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Malacca River

Melaka, Malaysia
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Ranked #8 of 56 attractions in Melaka
Type: Bodies of Water
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Singapore, Singapore
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

it's a nice place for a drink or a stroll along the river. There are afew place sto dine along here. It may not be worth taking a river cruise as you can walk along the river. But young children would enjoy the cruise experience.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Be sure to get your camera ready before sunset and place the location at the overhead bridge that link Jonker Walk (Near Hard Rock Cafe Melaka) and the clock tower. The view simply catch anyone's breath away.

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

This is a must when visiting Malacca. The cruise takes about 40 minutes and takes you past restaurants and heritage buildings well worth it.

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Los Angeles, California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

The Malacca river is quite historic and has played a very important role in the history of this city. You get some glimpses of this history if you take the river cruise, but not much. In fact, at some points it is a bit boring. Some interesting architecture and wall painting, a church, but not that much. Actually it would... More

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Denpasar, Indonesia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Not a river but a canal. Water was murky. There are boats to roam around (back and forth) if you don't feel like walking along the side of this canal. Can be good to see old buildings. Cafes are by the canal and can be good to wind down.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013 via mobile

We went right at sunset, caught the end of daylight on the ride up and all the lights for the way back. It's a great way to get an overview of Malacca town: I had no idea there was all that graffiti back there!!! Would recommend trying this out.

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Hong Kong, China
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

The Malacca River cuts down the middle of the old town and makes a nice addition to the World Heritage area for those visiting the city. On the Southeast side of the river you can find St. Paul Hill attractions and museums and on the Northwest side of the river you can find China town, the interesting Jonker Street and... More

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Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

A good way for sight-seeing Melaka town at leisurely pace and in comfort especially those with children. Ticket price is reasonable (RM10 for adult, RM5 for children, prices are with M'sian IC). Recommended to board at Taman Rempah Jetty if you are driving a car because there is a large free parking space available but if you have paid for... More

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Singapore
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

A romantic place to sit and enjoy at night. During the day, it is too hot. It would be nice if some shady trees could be planted along the banks

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

Had a lovely 40 minute cruise down the river, very relaxing taking in all the sites.A must if in melacca

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