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Melaka River Cruise
Since 2006, the Melaka River Cruise service has been launched. There are two stations for customers to board and disembark, namely the Muara Sungai Pier in the city next to the Maritime Museum and the Taman Rempah Pier. The entire cruise service takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour, and the entire journey covers approximately 9 kilometers from Taman Rempah Pier to Quayside Terminal. Life jackets are mandatory for all passengers. Each cruise can accommodate 20-40 people, and at least 8 people are required for the boat to start. The Melaka River is full of vitality, with many interesting buildings, bridges and murals.Melaka · 10.1 km from Ayer Keroh
Masjid Selat Melaka
Masjid Selat Melaka is located on the man-made Malacca Island. When the water level is high, it looks like a floating building. Masjid Selat Melaka is beautiful in the sunset glow. The sound of chanting from the broadcast mingles with the sound of the waves, and the setting sun highlights the golden dome. Sitting on the seaside embankment to enjoy this beautiful scenery is a very pleasant experience. After dark, the mosque lights up, and the entire building takes on a different color, offering a unique charm.Melaka Tengah · 11.3 km from Ayer Keroh
The Stadthuys
The Stadthuys is located on the banks of the Malacca River in Melaka Tengah, Melaka State, Malaysia, and is a representative architectural complex from the Dutch colonial period. Built between 1641–1660, it originally served as the official residence and administrative center for the Dutch governor and his officials, and is considered one of the oldest surviving Dutch-style buildings in Southeast Asia. The name "Stadthuys" means "city hall" in Dutch, and its function has changed several times throughout history. Today, the main area of The Stadthuys has become a history and ethnography museum, with exhibitions covering the period from the 15th-century Malacca Sultanate to the independence of Malaya in 1957, displaying artifacts from the Portuguese, Dutch, and British periods. The ethnography section recreates the living scenes of various ethnic groups, including Malays, Chinese, Indians, Portuguese Eurasians, and Peranakans (Baba Nyonya), with traditional wedding setups, musical instruments, ancient porcelain, weapons, stamps, and old currency all worth a close look.Melaka · 9.8 km from Ayer Keroh
Dutch Square (Red Square) Melaka
Dutch Square (Red Square) Melaka is located in Melaka Tengah, Melaka State, Malaysia, and serves as the heart of the historic city of Melaka. Because the square and surrounding buildings are uniformly red, it is also known as the Red Square. This area was once the administrative center during the Dutch colonial period and now, as an important part of the Melaka World Heritage Site, it continues to attract visitors from all over. The square itself is an open space, and the "I LOVE MELAKA" sign is a popular photo spot. It is not far from Jonker Walk Melaka and Harmony Street, while St Pauls Hill Melaka and the Malacca River are also within walking distance. Many tourists use the square as the first stop for their tour of the old city.Melaka · 9.8 km from Ayer Keroh
Menara Taming Sari
The Melaka Rotating Tower opened to visitors in 2008. Built to offer visitors a panoramic view of the entire city of Melaka, it is the only rotating tower in Malaysia. Standing 80 meters tall, the tower rotates 360 degrees in approximately 8 minutes and can accommodate 66 people at a time, providing visitors with a 360-degree view of the historic city.Melaka · 10.3 km from Ayer Keroh
Church of Saint Paul, Malacca
Church of Saint Paul, Malacca stands atop St Pauls Hill Melaka and is a roofless church ruin dating back to 1521. It was originally a small chapel built by the Portuguese to give thanks for surviving a storm at sea, and was later expanded by the Jesuits into the structure seen today. The missionary Saint Francis Xavier used this place as a base for his missionary work in China and Japan. After his body arrived in Melaka in 1553, it was temporarily buried here, and an empty grave remains in the church, which is said to be the original resting place. After the Dutch took over Melaka in 1641, the interior was used as a burial ground for a time, and the tombstones in Portuguese and Dutch lining the walls mostly date from this period. A white marble statue of Saint Francis Xavier stands in front of the church. The statue's right arm is broken. The day after its unveiling in 1952, a tree fell and broke the arm. Historically, Xavier's right arm was indeed sent to Rome as a relic, a coincidence often mentioned by visitors. The church is located in a spot with an expansive view, overlooking the city of Melaka and the Strait of Malacca.Melaka · 9.9 km from Ayer Keroh
Malacca River
Malacca River is a small, narrow strait where the Malay Peninsula and Sumatra face each other. However, this long, narrow marine passage serves as the essential route between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. River cruises along the Malacca River are held here daily, and you can sign up at the tourist center office behind the pier. This tour takes 45 minutes and travels along the city, where you will see old warehouses, fish markets, and more. You will also pass by Morten Village, where there is a typical Malay village house calledVilla Sentosa. The return trip passes by various piers along the river. Boats are also available here to take tourists out to the islands off the Malacca Strait.Melaka · 9.7 km from Ayer Keroh
Muzium Istana Kesultanan Melaka
Muzium Istana Kesultanan Melaka sits at the foot of St Pauls Hill Melaka. It is a wooden palace reconstructed based on accounts in the ancient "Malay Annals," modeled after the royal palace from the 15th-century reign of Sultan Mansur Shah. The entire building uses hardwood for beams and columns and is joined with wooden wedges, without using a single iron nail; the traditional Malay woodworking craftsmanship itself is a major highlight. The palace stands three stories tall. The ground floor houses the throne hall where the Sultan received his ministers, while the upper levels feature restored living spaces such as the royal bedchambers. Walking through the levels allows you to see the full layout of the former court. The museum houses over 1,000 exhibits related to the Malacca Sultanate, ranging from royal attire and weaponry to everyday objects and paintings. Several dioramas recreate scenes of life in the Sultan's court, including the enduring Malacca legend of the duel between Hang Tuah and Hang Jebat.Melaka · 9.9 km from Ayer Keroh
Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum
Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum is nestled among the row houses of Melaka's old town. It was formed by connecting several terrace houses purchased by the Chan family in the mid-19th century, where four generations of the family lived. In the mid-1980s, the family's descendants opened it as a museum. It is still managed by the Chan family descendants, which is why the museum retains a strong sense of daily life, rather than just being an exhibition hall for artifacts. The Chan family ancestors came south from Tong'an, Fujian, and settled in Melaka in the early 19th century; it has now been passed down to the seventh generation. The house's owner, Chan Cheng Siew, was a second-generation Straits-born Chinese who started by planting gambier and later switched to rubber. He was known as the "boss with glasses." The interior furnishings roughly reflect the lifestyle of such wealthy families in the late 19th to early 20th centuries. The museum's highlights are its authentic, original furnishings: the parlor displays blackwood furniture from China, inlaid with mother-of-pearl and marble, with a silk embroidery several m high hanging overhead; the hardwood staircase leading to the second floor is adorned with gold-leaf carvings; several rooms still retain custom washbasins engraved with the owner's initials; decorative elements from the Dutch, Portuguese, Malay, and British colonial periods coexist in the same room with Chinese woodwork and embroidery, serving as a direct testament to this cultural fusion.Melaka · 9.8 km from Ayer Keroh
Jonker Street Night Market
Located in Malacca, Malaysia, Jonker Street Night Market is a cultural market that attracts many tourists and locals. On weekends, the street is transformed into a bustling pedestrian mall, where vendors sell everything from traditional handicrafts to modern fashion accessories. Visitors can find unique souvenirs here and experience authentic Malaysian culture and a strong historical atmosphere. The night market is famous for its rich food, and the stalls offer a variety of authentic snacks such as satay, nasi lemak and cendol to meet the needs of different tastes. In addition to food and shopping, the night market also features street performances and music performances, providing tourists with a rich entertainment experience. Whether it is enjoying traditional dances or listening to live music, visitors can spend an unforgettable night here.Melaka · 9.8 km from Ayer Keroh
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Masjid Selat Melaka
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Poh San Teng Temple
Melaka · 9.3 km from Ayer Keroh
Sultan's Well, Perigi Hang Li Poh
Melaka · 9.3 km from Ayer Keroh
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Melaka · 9.8 km from Ayer Keroh
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What travelers say about Ayer Keroh
amy323October 5, 2026
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When visiting Malacca, one always wants to see the world-famous Straits of Malacca with their own eyes, to keep a promise to sail across the Straits. A special trip was made to the Floating Mosque, just to gaze upon this busy shipping lane. The sea was vast, and the sea breeze was strong. The architecture wasn't as stunning as expected, but the view of this strait was enough to leave a lasting impression. ✨
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