Melaka 2 Days 1 Night Itinerary – Have Fun and Forget the Way Back with 2 days in Melaka

Let’s explore the Melaka 2 days 1 night itinerary with Living Nomads – an ancient city, an indispensable tourist destination in your Malaysia trip!

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If you have come to Malaysia for tourism, you definitely cannot miss the drive to Melaka just to enjoy delicious food! This ancient city is not only rich in history and culture, with colonial buildings, ancient relics, but also has interesting entertainment spots and delicious specialties.

Pack up and take a 2 days 1 night Melaka tour to explore and enjoy the best things that Melaka has to offer!

Day 1: Kedai Kopi Chung Wah Chicken Rice Balls – Dutch Square – Melaka River – Menara Taming Sari (#2 days in Melaka)

Enjoy Chicken Rice Balls at Kedai Kopi Chung Wah

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Start your trip with a great experience of Melaka’s most famous specialty – chicken rice balls! Kedai Kopi Chung Wah is a famous cafe serving this delicious specialty – you will often see long queues, so it is best to come early. You can also drop by here on the morning of the second day of your trip to avoid the crowds. Sit back and enjoy the soft rice balls, tender chicken and a glass of cold plum juice.

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• Address: 20, Lorong Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka

Dutch Square

After a hearty breakfast, take some time to leisurely stroll to Dutch Square – a unique Melaka landmark. This area is famous for its beautiful red Dutch buildings, built between 1660 and 1700. Here, you will find the Stadthuys (known as the oldest surviving Dutch building in East Asia), the Cathedral and the Clock Tower. Don’t forget to pose for some photos with the cool background here!

Melaka River Cruise

After a hearty breakfast, take a stroll along the Melaka River to digest your food. The Melaka River flows through the city’s historic center and was once called the “Venice Of The East” – it was an important place in Melaka’s rich history, attracting merchants from all over in the 16th century. Today, the riverside is bustling with small shops, houses, cafes, restaurants and buildings with unique graffiti and street art on the walls. If you want to see this place from a different perspective, try the Melaka River Cruise!

• Address: Bandar Hilir, 75200 Malacca

Enjoy the “Signature” Dessert – Cendol Kampung Hulu

While exploring the Melaka River area, stop by Cendol Kampung Hulu to enjoy one of the best cendols in the city. Located along the riverbank, this shop offers diners a space to enjoy fresh cendol under the suburban atmosphere. You can choose your favorite ingredients such as coconut cream, mango jelly, dragon fruit, longan or even durian to add flavor. Locals often call the cendol here Cendol Bingsu because of its smooth texture, similar to Bingsu shaved ice!

Try Gula Melaka Latte at The Stolen Cup (#2 days in Melaka)

Continue your journey, try a delicious Gula Melaka Latte at The Stolen Cup! This cafe is located on Jonker Street, with a cool green space, wooden tables and green potted plants, creating an ideal space to relax and enjoy. In addition, The Stolen Cup also offers a variety of attractive drinks, delicious cakes and especially Gula Melaka Latte – a specialty not to be missed when coming here.

• Address: 12, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka.

Menara Taming Sari

Is there anyone who wants to admire the beautiful panoramic view of the city from above? Then quickly get on the glass cabin and go to the top of Menara Taming Sari, a famous gyro tower with a rotating observation deck at a height of 110m. From the top, you will see the city from every angle, with highlights such as Pulau Melaka, Maritime Museum, Melaka River, and many other places. If you like, you can also visit in the evening or at night to enjoy the mystery of the city when the lights come on after sunset.

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Immerse Yourself in the Beauty of Pantai Klebang (#melaka itinerary 2 days)

Just a 15-minute drive from Melaka’s city centre, you’ll find Pantai Klebang Beach, a great place to relax under the cool sea breeze. In the evenings, Pantai Klebang comes alive – locals and tourists alike flock here to kite-fly, picnic and enjoy desserts while watching the sunset.

A unique hidden gem is the Pantai Klebang Sand Dunes, a unique spot that has gone viral for its sand dunes that create a desert-like atmosphere. Note that it’s a 20-minute walk to get there, but it’s a memorable experience.

Klebang Original Coconut Shake

If you love coconuts, don’t miss out on the Klebang Original Coconut Shake here! This humble establishment has made its mark as one of the must-visit food spots in Melaka. Try a delicious coconut milk shake, topped with a refreshing scoop of vanilla ice cream, to cool you down on hot days. Not only coconut milk shakes, the shop also serves kuihs such as keropok lekor and puffs, along with nasi lemak, fried bee hoon and ayam goreng.

• Address: Lot 130, Solok Kampung Bahagia, 75200 Klebang Besar, Malacca.

Dinner at Nyonya Delights Homestyle Cooked Food

After a long day, you cannot miss dinner at Nyonya Delights Homestyle Cooked Food Restaurant. As the name says it all, this is where the food is cooked with a strong homey flavor, giving you a cozy feeling like being at home. Nyonya Delights starts from a small kitchen corner, with space for about 10 tables and care from a few friendly staff. If you are not sure what to choose, try Nyonya laksa, mee siam, Nyonya banh chung and chicken rendang – it will definitely make you fall in love!

• Address: 2199-c, KM8, Batang Tiga Barat, Tanjong Keling, 76400 Tanjung Kling, Melaka.

Day 2: A’Famosa Water Park – Tan Kim Hock Product Centre – Jonker Walk – The Shore Sky Tower

Breakfast at The Daily Fix Cafe

The Daily Fix is ​​one of the most popular cafes in Melaka, famous for its delicious pandan pancakes! This cute little cafe has a cozy atmosphere and is located in a two-storey old house built in the 1800s. Don’t forget to enjoy the soft pandan pancakes with Gula Melaka sugar here, in addition, the cafe also serves a variety of cakes, pasta, coffee, tea and more.

• Address: 55, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200 Melaka.

A’Famosa Water Theme Park

Burn off your energy with fun moments at A’Famosa Water Park – an attractive water beach for the whole family. Here, you can challenge yourself with 11 water games from swimming pools to spectacular water slides. Don’t forget to book tickets through Klook to receive attractive discounts. And if you want to experience the full experience, choose the combo package including A’Famosa Safari Wonderland, where you have the opportunity to see the wild world with giraffes, delicate flamingos and powerful tigers.

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• Address: Jalan Kemus, Simpang Ampat, 78000 Alor Gajah, Melaka.

Lunch at Chop Beeng Cheong Coffee Shop

After having fun and relaxing at the water park, recharge your batteries at Kedai Makanan & Minuman Chop Beeng Cheong, a popular Melaka eatery that serves up hearty dishes like oyster pancakes, duck noodles, and grilled chicken wings – all of which are authentic and delicious! This is a local favourite, so if you want to get away from the crowded tourist areas, this is the place to go.

• Address: Jalan Kampung Lapan, Taman Kenanga, 75200 Melaka.

Tan Kim Hock Product Center

As you come to the end of your trip, be sure to stop by Tan Kim Hock Product Centre for some unique souvenirs. Not only does it offer over 100 local food products, it is also a favourite shopping destination for both locals and tourists.

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You will be amazed by the variety of goods, from fragrant coconut dodol boxes, coconut candy, to the signature Gula Melaka sugar and the amazing sambal ikan bilis. Especially if you are a durian lover, do not miss the durian cendol stall outside – where you can enjoy a bowl of cool cendol, topped with fragrant red beans and rich durian filling!

• Address: Lot 182, Jalan Laksamana Cheng Ho, 75000 Melaka.

Jonker Walk Night Market

An experience not to be missed on your Melaka trip is to stroll through the city’s iconic Jonker Walk Night Market. Open only on Fridays and Saturdays, it becomes a shopping paradise with every corner filled with everything from exquisite street food to rare antiques.

Immerse yourself in the fun atmosphere and try delicacies such as popiah nyonya, fried quail eggs and deep-fried ice cream. And after the culinary feast, Jonker Street also offers you romantic cafes, bars and restaurants where you can relax and enjoy a comfortable night.

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Finally, after two wonderful days of exploring, you will feel like you have gone through a meaningful journey in the 2 days 1 night Melaka tour – a city with diverse history, rich culture and attractive culinary specialties.

Melaka 2 Days 1 Night Travel Cost From Kuala Lumpur Reference

Category	Cost (MYR)	Note
KL ↔ Melaka Bus (2 ways)	30	High end bus
Getting around Melaka (Grab)	40	Moving between hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues
Mid-range hotel (1 night)	150	3 - 4 star hotels (ibis, Bayview,...)
Food (2 days)	170	Try the famous dishes: asam pedas, chicken rice balls, laksa, coconut milk, cendol
Wonderland Water Park Tickets	90	Adult ticket (international visitors)
Additional Tours (Optional)	100	Menara Taming Sari, Crocodile Farm, or River Cruise
	580 MYR	Personal expenses & shopping not included

Some best day tours, trips, activities and transfer services, tickets in and from Melaka you can refer to

• Melaka Day Tour with Attraction Tickets from Kuala Lumpur
• Historical Melaka Tour with Lunch from Kuala Lumpur
• Melaka Day Tour with Attraction Tickets from Kuala Lumpur
• Private City Transfers for Kuala Lumpur and Surrounding Cities
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• Malacca Night Tour with River Cruise and Trishaw Ride
• Historical Melaka Tour with Lunch
• Zoo Melaka Admission Ticket
• Melaka Wonderland Water Theme Park Ticket
• Melaka Crocodile and Recreation Park Ticket
• Kidzooona Ticket in Melaka
• Upside Down House Gallery Melaka Ticket
• Melaka Bird Park Ticket

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