River Walk
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KM Lee
Singapore202 contributions
Mar 2022
It has been some time that the Melaka River had its clean up started. But if one stays at the newer Melaka Raya area, most of the time is spent shopping and eating there. So it is easy to miss this enjoyable walk.
There are shop houses that open their back doors to the river with brightly painted walls and murals to attract attention. The river walkway allows one to walk next to the mangrove trees.
Now and then, a hint of the old river banks appear in the shabby squatter constructions still inhabited.
We walked from Christ church to Kampung Morten but I'm sure the rest of it would be nice as well.
Be warned that several properties adjacent to the river bank are fenced up and you have to exit from the river walk to the main road, in order to get to say, your hotel.
Enjoy!
There are shop houses that open their back doors to the river with brightly painted walls and murals to attract attention. The river walkway allows one to walk next to the mangrove trees.
Now and then, a hint of the old river banks appear in the shabby squatter constructions still inhabited.
We walked from Christ church to Kampung Morten but I'm sure the rest of it would be nice as well.
Be warned that several properties adjacent to the river bank are fenced up and you have to exit from the river walk to the main road, in order to get to say, your hotel.
Enjoy!
Written October 26, 2022
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Chuan Song
Singapore, Singapore63 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
Early morning or evening walk is the best (cool weather walking is the most comfortable). Or if you don’t mind, you can also take the river cruise bot one way to one end and walk back down (depending on where you stay). The murals on the wall is a little wire but adds to the charm of the place.
Written December 7, 2022
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Shaukat A
Sydney, Australia78 contributions
Aug 2022
The Melaka River passes through the historical part of the town which is declared a UNESCO heritage site. The buildings along the river are painted with cultural murals and wall art. Enjoy a number of cafes along the river including Hard Rock Cafe, Gravy Baby, etc. This area is worth exploring on foot.
Written October 29, 2022
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macedonboy
Glasgow, UK169,653 contributions
Feb 2020
The River Walk is a pleasant way to see the historic centre of Malacca. By day, it’s hot and stuffy, so I would recommend doing the walk in the cooler parts of the day when you can really appreciate all the murals and architecture. It’s also fun walking along the river at night because much of the river is lit up in multi-colour. It does look a little kitschy at night with all the lights, but certainly not bad taste. The river walk is a great free activity to do in Malacca.
Written February 5, 2020
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AirFuss
Singapore, Singapore550 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
The riverside and the bridges across the river are beautifully lit up in the night. It is best to go for a walk in the evening.
Malacca is too hot in the afternoon and walking along side the river was such a relief for us when the temperature cooled down after dark.
The colorful murals painted on the walls of the buildings alongside the river were nice to see. There are restaurants and bars as well where you could just sit and relax watching the boats pass by.
Malacca is too hot in the afternoon and walking along side the river was such a relief for us when the temperature cooled down after dark.
The colorful murals painted on the walls of the buildings alongside the river were nice to see. There are restaurants and bars as well where you could just sit and relax watching the boats pass by.
Written January 6, 2020
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tarundalela
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia42 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
Best part of Melaka travel is Melaka River.
You can do so many things there.
River cruise will give you the overall experience of the city as this river goes to almost every part.
You can have River walk with your family and it will be great if you do it in evening as the lights around the river and tress are just amazing.
Last but not the least you can have tea/coffee /snacks at great cafes
You can do so many things there.
River cruise will give you the overall experience of the city as this river goes to almost every part.
You can have River walk with your family and it will be great if you do it in evening as the lights around the river and tress are just amazing.
Last but not the least you can have tea/coffee /snacks at great cafes
Written April 22, 2022
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Sandy Ta
Singapore, Singapore327 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
If I can only choose one thing to do in Melaka, this is probably it, walking along the river; one time in the morning and one time at night (is it still counted as one?). By day, take in the view of shop houses (and imagined about life once was) and the mural arts along the river showing the creativity of locals (there are many on both sides, so make a turn around). At night, the whole river was lighted up, full of bars and restaurants filled with people and noises. A great place to bar hop, enjoying drinks, food, live music, or simply watching people. Local people are quite friendly and kids are welcome everywhere.
Written March 5, 2020
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Juniper64
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia375 contributions
Aug 2020
Really vibrant. If you keep your eyes and ears open there are so many little quirks to discover. A whole range of whimsically-named hipster cafes, murals, and a great place to people watch - both on land and on the water as the boats go by.
Written September 4, 2020
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Soloista
Male2,023 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
Very nice walk along the river... Just that the river smell a bit!!
Love street arts, and colors along the river... Its really cool.
We went a bit early so we didn't get to have cool drinks, I guess all restaurant open later in the evening.
Love street arts, and colors along the river... Its really cool.
We went a bit early so we didn't get to have cool drinks, I guess all restaurant open later in the evening.
Written January 12, 2020
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Jim B
Hove1,447 contributions
Feb 2020
Well worth a walk along the river, past the many little bars and shops. Some excellent street art on the buildings. Would recommend a walk here in the evening and a cold beer from one of the many bars.
Written February 23, 2020
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Is there any interesting places near jonker street?
SaraJ
Subang Jaya, Malaysia57 contributions
Go visit the restaurant Pak Putra, they serve authentic Naan and Tadoori chicken. Super delicious!
mamanic
Jakarta, Indonesia57 contributions
hi can u inform how much to take a boat.per person and where to take one? thanks a bunch!
edang_80
Singapore, Singapore49 contributions
There are two jetties, one at each end of the route. You can begin the cruise from either jetty:
1. Muara Jetty, next to Quayside Heritage Centre, close to the Maritime Museum easily recognisable by the replica of the Portuguese ship Flor De la Mar.
2. Taman Rempah Jetty, where a small spice garden is located, next to the Hang Jebat Bridge linking Jalan Tun Mutahir to Jalan Tun Sri Lanang.
The Melaka River Cruise is opendaily from 9 am to 11:30pm.
Boats depart roughly every 30 minutes. 1 trip is roughly about 30-45 mins.
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- Hotels near River Walk:
- (0.02 mi) River One Residence
- (0.02 mi) Oriental Riverside Residence Guest House
- (0.02 mi) Jiong House
- (0.03 mi) Relish The Moment
- (0.03 mi) River View Homes Melaka
- Restaurants near River Walk:
- (0.02 mi) Red Inn Hotpot Melaka
- (0.03 mi) Birdcage
- (0.04 mi) River View Cafe Melaka
- (0.06 mi) Wild Coriander
- (0.05 mi) Relish The Moment
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