Malacca travel guide
Malacca Tourism | Malacca Guide
You're Going to Love Malacca
With a population of 180,671, Malacca is the largest city in Melaka, Malaysia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Malacca to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Malacca
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Malacca in January, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 23 °C, with an average temperature of 26 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 240 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Malacca, with an average rainfall of 90 mm.
How to Get to Malacca
Plane
When flying to Malacca, you’ll arrive at Malacca Batu Berendum (MKZ), which is located 7 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Malacca is to pick up a car hire from Kuala Lumpur, which is about 122 km from Malacca. You’ll find branches of Paradise and Hawk, among others, in Kuala Lumpur.
Bus
The most popular bus station is Malacca Melaka Sentral Bus Terminal, located 2.1 km from the city centre of Malacca. Malacca The Straits Hotel And Suites is also a commonly used station, and is 1.6 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Malacca
Where to stay in Malacca
From 5-star hotels such as the Holiday Inn Melaka to great affordable options like the The Rucksack Caratel, Malacca offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 2,528 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 3,396 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Heng Ann Guest House and Sun Inns Hotel Laksamana.
Where to stay in popular areas of Malacca
Most booked hotels in Malacca
Hiring a car in Malacca
Expect to pay ₹ 36 per litre in Malacca (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 430 and ₹ 573. Economy (Proton Saga or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Malacca, while also 16% cheaper than other types, on average.