Malacca International Cruise Shuttles

Along the southern shores of Malaysia, the city of Malacca is centered along the Malacca Strait, offering an array of unique landmarks resting at the shores of the city’s central Malacca River. The Malacca International Ferry Terminal is the main docking station for cruise ships as well as local boats, a large airport-like interior offering dozens of seats and air conditioning. A connected riverwalk offers guests a scenic look of town nightly lit by historic street lamps, an easy perk to take advantage of with a lack of public transportation. Another easy way to get around is through a handful of transfers ranging from easygoing meet-and-greet services like fast taxis and knowledgeable local personal drivers, private alternatives offering the intimacy of sedans, vans and SUVs perfect for discovering hidden street markets or seeing as many historic museums as possible with total freedom.

Landmarks especially close to the cruise port include the Melaka Thousand Tales of Adventures, a combination of rides and uniquely designed rooms great for photo opportunities, while the similarly designed Upside Down House offers a mind-bending optical illusion that places each visitor on the ‘roof’. For vivid views at the end of the afternoon, watch the sunset from the towering Menara Taming Sari, a large tower with a striking observation deck looking out at the region. Along the river’s edge rest an array of unique exhibits as well, from the Malacca Maritime Museum’s wide variety of old nautical artifacts and historic wooden ships, to Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum’s vast celebration of Malaysian-Chinese cultures. Take a sunset walk through the historic Windmill Dutch Square afterward, admiring the old-urban scenery that changes colors through the night, home to several park benches watching cars pass colorful buildings and cobblestone streets, urban art decorating finely manicured gardens and a nightly lit view of the river.