Uniqueness of this attraction
Uniqueness of this attraction
Also known as Stadhuys Melaka, this reconstructed building representing the Dutch architecture used to be a big city hall where public gatherings are held. It was built in 1650 under the administration of Dutch Governor and it has also served government operations for over 300 years during the British rule in nineteenth century.
Dutch Square is surrounded by red painted buildings. It reflects the history of Melaka, the Dutch administration and the Chinese settlers. The Portuguese traces remain at A’Famosa Fort but you can see some ruins of Portuguese fortress on the bank of River Melaka across the Square. Inside the building, you can find a history museum exhibiting Malacca during times of Portuguese, Dutch and British colonization up to the monarch rule of Malay Sultanate.
On the outside, the Dutch Square’s atmosphere is like a carnival square where you find many tourist and locals from other countries. You will feel a lively vibe as you see the many tourists posing and snapping photos, not forgetting the vibrant colorful trishaws enticing visitors with blaring hit songs.
Dutch Square is surrounded by red painted buildings. It reflects the history of Melaka, the Dutch administration and the Chinese settlers. The Portuguese traces remain at A’Famosa Fort but you can see some ruins of Portuguese fortress on the bank of River Melaka across the Square. Inside the building, you can find a history museum exhibiting Malacca during times of Portuguese, Dutch and British colonization up to the monarch rule of Malay Sultanate.
On the outside, the Dutch Square’s atmosphere is like a carnival square where you find many tourist and locals from other countries. You will feel a lively vibe as you see the many tourists posing and snapping photos, not forgetting the vibrant colorful trishaws enticing visitors with blaring hit songs.
Other things to do here?
Other things to do here?
The famous Jonker Walk is only a 5-minute walk from Dutch Square. Here, you can hunt for the best food in Malacca, find kitschy souvenirs, shop in local boutiques and visit the award-winning museums and galleries.
What to bring home?
What to bring home?
You will not go home empty handed. There are a lot of souvenirs shop around Dutch Square area where you can find unique local handicrafts as well as affordable boutiques selling traditional clothes like the stunning Nyonya Kebaya.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Getting around
Getting around
Getting here by car is easier. Just follow the signboard that says “Bandaraya Melaka” or put in Dutch Square in your GPS. If you want to come by bus, take the town bus number 17 and make sure you stop at “Bangunan Merah”. The ride fare is RM1.00 to RM1.80. The first bus is at 6:00 am and the last bus is at 9:30 pm.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- If you want to visit inside of the Stadhuys building where the museum is located, it is open from Monday-Thursday (9am-5pm) and Friday-Sunday (9am-8.30pm).
- In the area, there is a beautiful marble fountain known as Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee Fountain where you can sit by under the shades of the trees and just observe the various walks of life visiting this place.
- Walk around and discover the Malacca heritage and roots as there are little signages along the way that explains about the history of the place.
- The place is well kept. Be sure that you do not throw your rubbish around as there are trash cans provided around the place.
- As it is a famous tourist spot in Malacca, the place is usually crowded as there are buses loaded with tourists stopping by. It is best if you get a public transportation here so it will not be a hassle for you to find a parking spot.
A trip to Malacca is incomplete without visiting Dutch Square, the most recognisable landmark in the city as the whole area is covered in red salmon paint.
Opening hours
Always open
A trip to Malacca is incomplete without visiting Dutch Square, the most recognisable landmark in the city as the whole area is covered in red salmon paint.
Opening hours
Always open
Uniqueness of this attraction
Uniqueness of this attraction
Also known as Stadhuys Melaka, this reconstructed building representing the Dutch architecture used to be a big city hall where public gatherings are held. It was built in 1650 under the administration of Dutch Governor and it has also served government operations for over 300 years during the British rule in nineteenth century.
Dutch Square is surrounded by red painted buildings. It reflects the history of Melaka, the Dutch administration and the Chinese settlers. The Portuguese traces remain at A’Famosa Fort but you can see some ruins of Portuguese fortress on the bank of River Melaka across the Square. Inside the building, you can find a history museum exhibiting Malacca during times of Portuguese, Dutch and British colonization up to the monarch rule of Malay Sultanate.
On the outside, the Dutch Square’s atmosphere is like a carnival square where you find many tourist and locals from other countries. You will feel a lively vibe as you see the many tourists posing and snapping photos, not forgetting the vibrant colorful trishaws enticing visitors with blaring hit songs.
Dutch Square is surrounded by red painted buildings. It reflects the history of Melaka, the Dutch administration and the Chinese settlers. The Portuguese traces remain at A’Famosa Fort but you can see some ruins of Portuguese fortress on the bank of River Melaka across the Square. Inside the building, you can find a history museum exhibiting Malacca during times of Portuguese, Dutch and British colonization up to the monarch rule of Malay Sultanate.
On the outside, the Dutch Square’s atmosphere is like a carnival square where you find many tourist and locals from other countries. You will feel a lively vibe as you see the many tourists posing and snapping photos, not forgetting the vibrant colorful trishaws enticing visitors with blaring hit songs.
Other things to do here?
Other things to do here?
The famous Jonker Walk is only a 5-minute walk from Dutch Square. Here, you can hunt for the best food in Malacca, find kitschy souvenirs, shop in local boutiques and visit the award-winning museums and galleries.
What to bring home?
What to bring home?
You will not go home empty handed. There are a lot of souvenirs shop around Dutch Square area where you can find unique local handicrafts as well as affordable boutiques selling traditional clothes like the stunning Nyonya Kebaya.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Getting around
Getting around
Getting here by car is easier. Just follow the signboard that says “Bandaraya Melaka” or put in Dutch Square in your GPS. If you want to come by bus, take the town bus number 17 and make sure you stop at “Bangunan Merah”. The ride fare is RM1.00 to RM1.80. The first bus is at 6:00 am and the last bus is at 9:30 pm.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- If you want to visit inside of the Stadhuys building where the museum is located, it is open from Monday-Thursday (9am-5pm) and Friday-Sunday (9am-8.30pm).
- In the area, there is a beautiful marble fountain known as Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee Fountain where you can sit by under the shades of the trees and just observe the various walks of life visiting this place.
- Walk around and discover the Malacca heritage and roots as there are little signages along the way that explains about the history of the place.
- The place is well kept. Be sure that you do not throw your rubbish around as there are trash cans provided around the place.
- As it is a famous tourist spot in Malacca, the place is usually crowded as there are buses loaded with tourists stopping by. It is best if you get a public transportation here so it will not be a hassle for you to find a parking spot.
