We arrived at St Paul's Hill in the afternoon after lunch. It was a very hot day and made the steep climb up the hill very exhausting. Unfortunately we didn't do our research and our guide did not warn us of the steepness of the hill as one of us found the climb difficult and had to stop many times to catch the breath. Apart from this, the Church ruins is famous because it was the last resting place of St Francis Xavier before his body was taken to Goa as per his wishes. When he passed away it was the stormy monsoon season so they couldn't transport his body to Goa; therefore the body was kept here temporarily. There is a statue of him at the front of the church before entering it. This statue has a very interesting story to it - you can find out yourself or ask your guide! I don't want to spoil it for you! You'll be able to take some nice shots from the top of this hill so that's an added bonus to make it to the top! My advice if you are coming to this place, is to do it in the morning on your arrival in Malacca, as the walk and climb up the hill will tire you out. After this it will be best if you went to a fully air-conditioned cafe or restaurant to rest before you carry on your tour of Malacca! Even the younger persons in our group were worn out after the climb which coupled with the very hot sun slowed us down a lot!

A historical place to visit which has the ruins of old Portuguese church. Just behind A’Famosa fortress ruins. Has some photo shoot spots against the ancient walls of the church and also hosts views of the city and Melacca straits.

Its a curious blend of Chinese origin traders and perhaps descendants of Portuguese and Dutch still live in the city. Food and music traditions prevail and most of the old city is now a tourist hub with churches and old buildings remnants of forts etc. The maritime museum is worth a visit. The most interesting part is either side of the canal that is now wall art and restored buildings making it very vibrant and a pleasure to walk about. The night market is probably a big attraction into the night but didn't stay long enough to absorb all of it.

It’s a short but fairly steep climb to the top of the hill, but well worth the effort even if only for the view over Melaka to the sea. The church is not a total ruin as the walls are fairly well preserved. The sign boards give a clear understanding of the varying periods of use of the building. There are numerous well preserved tomb stones one of which commemorates Nicolaus Basly who ‘in his life was a free citizen’, indicating that others were not.

St. Paul’s church is a short walk from Red Square up a (not too steep) hill. The church, originally built in 1521 is in ruins and has no roof, but is worth the visit. The church is renowned as the place where the body of Francis Xavier, a Catholic missionary of Southeast Asia, was laid to rest for a period after his death at sea. An open grave in the church, now covered by a wire mesh, marks the place of Francis' temporary burial, later his remains were moved to Goa. There are lots of engraved stones inside the ruins which are interesting, and the views from the hill are amazing.

A lot of tombstones of Dutch merchants and their families displayed in the ruins of an ancient Portuguese-built church. The tombstones are written in old Dutch and sometimes Latin. The lighthouse next to it was added by the British later on. Easy walk up the stairs from either the Dutch Graveyard, A Famosa or The Stadhuys. You could spend about 20-30 minutes here admiring the age old structure and tombstones

We arrived at 8 am..cloudy morning and cool weather. No tourists arrived yet and good clear path for our morning walk. Walking through history from 1511 when the Portuguese arrived passed on to the Dutch in 1641 and then to the British in 1860s. These historic pasts are displayed in the St Paul Church up on the St Paul's hill. Scenic view of Melaka with thr Straits of Malacca as the backdrop looking from the top of the hill. Grwat historic climb.

Was really amazed to know the church is neaely 400 plus years old and Saint Francus Xavier had himself visited here and was rested forvsome months before moving to Goa. To my opinion this could have been better restored aa I could see the walls had been scribbled. Small piece of history that too my opiniom should not be missed in your trip

The oldest church building in all of South-East Asia, originally built in 1521. A 2-minute walk away from Kota A'Famosa. Truly a beautiful historical spot; picturesque with lovely views.

Nothing much but nice place for photos and great architecture with deep historical value. It was breezy even on a hot sunny day. Can oversee some part of Melaka town and the sea, hence the breeze. There's a guy singing and playing guitar in the church. Good voice.