The small city-state of Melaka is home to the white sandy beaches of Pulau Besau and the rugged headlands of Tanjun. You may boat, walk or bike in this region. You can go to Ayer Kerah to see the Melaka Zoo, the Butterfly and Reptile Sanctuary and a theme park. You can take a boat cruise out to the small island of Pulau Besar or visit the Museum of Custom and Tradition at Alor Gajah. You may also decide to visit Melaka, the capital city.
Major Melaka attractions are St. Paul’s Church with Our Lady of the Hill Chapel (1521). Other significant Melaka sights include St. John’s Fort. What remains are the old tombstones and walls. If you can spend at least a weekend in Melaka, take the time to visit the wooden replica of the Sultanate Palace. There are no nails holding this structure together. It is an example of old construction methods and Melaka culture. Inside is the cultural museum. Meanwhile, a definite part of Melaka tourism, the Nonya Heritage Museum, is in a traditional Perankan townhouse. If you are still looking for other things to do in Melaka, walk through the area of China hill or go to the 1920s Villa Sentosa. Consider going shopping in Melaka. Take time to look for your hotel accommodations on EasyToBook.com.