Jonker Street
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- Andrew G354 contributionsJonker Street/Walk (Night market) truly defines MalaccaJonker Walk/Street (Night market) truly defines *Malacca* Accordingly, the night market is open only on weekends. The night market is a Pasir Malam, the stalls are setup only for the night. Visited on X'mas 2023, all the local food that defines Malacca is right there in the Night market and in the day at the shops along the road. The variety at the night market and shops next to it is astonishing. All the 'famous' food like chicken rice balls, chendol with gula melaka, local biscuits and much much more is in the shops right here. For day visits, go early from morning to afternoon, shops tend to be closed by the evening.Visited November 2023Traveled with friendsWritten December 26, 2023
- Quang Kiet LeHo Chi Minh City, Vietnam1,137 contributionsTruly MalaccaAt day, the street was lively and busy with all the shop houses selling Malacca's special dishes and goods. At night, it became even more lively with hundreds of hawkers. We loved all the local food and drinks, and of course, the nice people whom we met there.Visited January 2024Traveled with friendsWritten January 22, 2024
- meilin lMacquarie Park, Australia972 contributionsHolidayVisit day and night. A place that I would recommend to go in the day to shop and look at some interesting shops that open only up to 5-6pm. At night guess Friday, there is a night market. Very interesting as the lights and food stalls and small shops are open. Advice to plan your trip to arrive Malacca around Fri nightVisited December 2023Traveled with familyWritten January 26, 2024
- COW6Y10London, United Kingdom120 contributionsWorth a visitVery touristy, but a must place to visit. A wider selection of restaurants and boutique shops. A night market takes place on some nights, which was a fantastic experience. Food options galore for all tastes. Highly recommend.Visited August 2023Traveled with familyWritten May 26, 2024
- SeokdoespilatesSingapore, Singapore233 contributionsColourful historical street with a great vibeWe visited during the mid-week (peak period is Friday to Sunday) and the main street comes alive from late morning with most shops opening around 10 am. By lunch time it's busy and bustling and popular places start to form queues. Nearer the river several large shops sell local specialty food items for gifting. Along the street are many shops selling chicken rice balls, cendol (local shaved ice with coconut milk and palm sugar syrup), gifts, antiques and clothing. There are bakeries offering freshly baked local and western pastries. Lots to eat and browse. Remember to wander the streets off the main street to see colourful murals, quirky shops, restaurants, temples and homestays, all housed in the historical five foot way double storied buildings typical of the former straits colonies. The Melaka River is nearby and colourful bars and eateries line the riverside. Touristy but atmospheric.Visited June 2024Traveled with familyWritten June 14, 2024
- Francois TJohannesburg, South Africa1,623 contributionsNot convincedWe arranged our travel in Malaysia to ensure we in Melaka over a weekend to visit Jonker Street Market. It was fairly disappointing and very busy. Food stalls are not that unique and we ended up spending our evening in a restaurant down one of the aide streets, away from the crowds. When you there, do it, but venture down some of the small streets and uncover some gems.Visited March 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 14, 2024
- Mya TChelmsford, United Kingdom67 contributionsWorth a visitA beautifully developed tourism spot with lots of sights to see , places to eat and cultural activities to be involved in. There are museums and historical sights even . Highly recommend to all tourists…. and locals 🙂Visited July 2024Traveled with familyWritten July 17, 2024
- DeepakSuva, Fiji416 contributionsA Vibrant Street!We visited Jonker Street as part of our Meleka City tour and we were not disappointed. You can start at either end of this street and the experience will be the same. Towards the end you can divert to the other side and visit temple street and see the temples there a beauty to see 3 different religions in one street. Along Jonker street there are lots of eateries and stalls for shopping of souvenirs. Our favourites were the long ice cream cones and the Chinese coffee shop at the end of Jonker street (next to it is the largets durian cutting knife shop), the latter a must visit and do try the pineapple tarts they are simply divine! Hoping to visit Jonker Street at night sometime, I hear it's a different vibe to the day!Visited August 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten August 15, 2024
- Mike DHua Hin, Thailand639 contributionsFun place to hang out!A fun place to hang out in the evening with plenty to see and eat. Whether you want a sit-down restaurant or want to try the street food stalls, you will find them here. If you're staying nearby this might be a nightly excursion, it was for me! There are plenty of shops here too, and don't forget the river cruise! On the down side, and this is just how I personally feel about it. I don't really care for the people that dress as Spiderman, Hello Kitty, etc, looking to make some money when tourists want a photo with them. I do have to say that they are not aggressive here like they can be in other parts of the world, just be aware that they want money if you take a photo with them. Also, they seem to be popular here but I found those trishaws (lighted up peddle transports) with the loud blaring music a bit obnoxious.Visited August 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten August 19, 2024
- Brandonlin83Singapore, Singapore17 contributionsOne Visit is a Must at Melaka.It is best to travel not during holiday or peak season period. It will be too jam packed with people. Remember to bring sun shades or parasol as the Sun can be very overwhelming during the day. A few nice shop to visit are the Mamee store. You will be able to see Mamee ads sign everywhere in Melaka. So the shop in Jonker is their sort of flagship store where you can print your own tee shirt and even customise your own Mamee cup noodles. Similar to the Nissin in Japan. There are also a lot of food outlets and not to mention the more famous ones like the chicken rice ball.Visited September 2024Traveled with friendsWritten September 29, 2024
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Sandy Ta
Singapore, Singapore344 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
The main tourist street of Melaka, bustling with people, colors, noises and activities. Walk along the street to find attractions (museum, temples, structures..), shops (selling from snacks to local products to fashion..), many cafes, and local restaurants. One can't claim having been to Melaka without visiting this street
Written February 25, 2020
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Mankin
525 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
A must visit place in Melaka;fun to walk around and there are many restaurants and shops selling local products. Was there on the last day of Chinese New Year and there were 100 lions dancers performing and it was quite an experience. There are night market on Friday:Saturday and Sunday.
Written February 9, 2020
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nancy h
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia11 contributions
Jul 2019
I would like to recommend that Jonker street be made into a pedestrian walkway. planted with trees . At the moment there are no schrubs. Now its just a commercialised destination. Even the small 2 inches glutinous rice wrapped in leaves (Chang) i bought at RM6.00 each were not fresh due to the heat . its impossible walk in the narrow corridors as the corridors are 3 feet wide . Also traders need to be honest as prices are way too high.
Written January 2, 2020
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Sze Wei
Kulai, Malaysia177 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
Apparently the street will not be operating outside the weekend. So it is a bummer if wanna visit between Monday and Thursday. Other than that, a great spot for quick meal in many street food stalls. There will be many patrons direct you to parking spot with a fee starting RM5 if you driving over. If you lazy to drive to find parking, you can call a taxi. Overall, we still can go there as long as we observing the "new normal".
Written August 18, 2020
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Hid S
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia233 contributions
Aug 2020
Visit their “famous” night market and found that this market is way too overrated and overpriced! I’m type of person don’t mind paying if it worth it but nothing interest me here. Nothing! I can say it’s a tourist trap. Really.. even for local tourist!! Bought dried grilled squid.. imaging it cost RM20 for 60 gram. Hahaha.. what a shame! I can get better taste with better price in KL. Seriously. Then their spiral potato.. i bought 2 sticks and the price is RM6/stick. I thought it a soft potatoes version but end up dried and crispy like a chip. Guys.. with RM12, i rather spend my money buying mister potato and pringles.. which i think i can get 4 packs or more. RIP to jonker night market. I will definately not recommend this to anyone...
Written August 21, 2020
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Rinster2211
Melbourne, Australia92 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
Must visit tourist street filled with souvenir shops, cafes and eateries. Best chance to check out how the internal structure and layout of the traditional houses along the street by going into the shops and cafes. Also must visit the streets surrounding Jonker Street which still has local residents.
Written February 24, 2020
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HGGOH
Melaka, Malaysia3 contributions
Dec 2019
It's located in melaka and an unesco heritage city where the history of Malaysia began from the sultanate to Portuguese Dutch British and even the oldest trading port duly visit by famous legenry laksamana Cheng ho . It's a must visit location for anyone visiting Malaysia where all ethnics group can b seen especially the babanyoyas. One is able to see shop eat in this historical town of melaka
Written March 21, 2020
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MikeTow
Singapore, Singapore34 contributions
Jun 2022
Jumping into what is a human mosh pit, Jonker street is today world famous. After 5 minutes of physically touching everyone, you realize the overpriced toys, drinks, food and wares being peddled REPEAT over and over again with different people selling basically the same goods. Many overpriced food items on offer tasted just BAD and nothing like the real deal if that is what you are looking for.
Written June 25, 2022
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Gitanjali S
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia170 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
An exciting street filled with so much to do and sample and buy. Amazing array of foods and drinks, lots of local vendors and craftspeople. Temperature checking is done for everyone who enters but the crowds are intimidating in these covid times. Go early and leave by 8. Lots of restaurants to chill at along the River.
Written August 23, 2020
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AAQKL
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia19 contributions
Aug 2020 • Friends
They have the historical ambience since this area is part & parcel of the historical city of Melaka. You can get a taste of nyonya food, cendol, coconut shake and pineapple tarts along the streets. They are lots & lots of shops. You will be spoilt with choices. At the end of the road towards the "Bangunan Merah", you will find Hard Rock Cafe & huge H&M outlet.
Written August 28, 2020
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May i know Jonker Walk will be available during Chinese New Year especially Eve and 1st day of CNY ?
Written November 6, 2024
May i know Jonker Walk will be available during Chinese New Year especially Eve and 1st day of CNY ?
Written November 6, 2024
Hi, Is Jonker street open after 6pm on weekdays in December?
Written September 29, 2024
Im olanning to visit jonker on 31 december 2019 ..are they open on that day as i aware jonker only open during weekend ..
Written December 26, 2019
I think the street may be quiet as Monday Tuesday most businesses are close for rest days. Fyi.
Written December 30, 2019
Partially open as many of the Chinese vendors celebrate christmas here, so they are not supposed to open the shops that day. Better you go and check it out as it is very near to other attractions like Church Square and you have to just walk around to reach the place.
Written December 23, 2019
Is Jonker Street night market still open on Sunday nights now? Would like to have more recent information. Thanks
Written November 30, 2019
Is the nightmarket always open on friday&saturday or are there exeptions during public holidays?
Like for example Hari Raya Haji
Written November 27, 2019
Better ask the shop before buying to be sure. It usually varies from one shop to another.
Written September 15, 2019
Hi. I am planning to have a visit to melaka for 2nights. Is jonker street night market open on Sunday night? I have to shorten my kl stay if I want to be at Melaka on Saturday.
Written August 30, 2019
I guess it opens fri-sun nite. Other nights not so lively as weekend but many stores open though
Written August 30, 2019
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