How expensive is Melaka? How much money do I need for Melaka?
How much does a trip to Melaka cost? Is Melaka expensive? The average Melaka trip cost is broken down by category here. All of these Melaka prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.
Accommodation Budget in Melaka
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The average price for one person for accommodation in Melaka is RM32. For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price for a hotel room in Melaka is RM64.
Food Budget in Melaka
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While meal prices in Melaka can vary, the average cost of food in Melaka is RM39 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Melaka should cost around RM16 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Melaka is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food2
Meals for one day
RM39
Typical prices for Food in Melaka are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Melaka, but your costs will vary based on your travel style.
Transportation Budget in Melaka
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The cost of a taxi ride in Melaka is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent RM7.03 per person, per day, on local transportation in Melaka.
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Transportation1
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
RM7.03
How much does it cost to go to Melaka? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend SkyScanner or Kayak because they can find the best deals across all airlines.
Typical prices for Transportation in Melaka are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Melaka, but your costs will vary based on your travel style.
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Taxi
RM20
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Bus Ride
RM1.50
Entertainment Budget in Melaka
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Entertainment and activities in Melaka typically cost an average of RM14 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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Entertainment1
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
RM14
Typical prices for Entertainment in Melaka are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Melaka, but your costs will vary based on your travel style.
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Maritime Museum Entrance
RM3.00
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Taming Sari Revolving Tower Entrance
RM20
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Trishaw Tour (One Hour)
RM45
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Baba and Nyonya Peranakan Museum Entrance
RM10
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Melaka Zoo Entrance
RM7.00
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Low Cost Kite
RM3.00
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Malacca Duck Tour
RM40
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Melaka River Cruise (One Hour)
RM10
Tips and Handouts Budget in Melaka
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Alcohol Budget in Melaka
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The average person spends about RM28 on alcoholic beverages in Melaka per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
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Alcohol2
Drinks for one day
RM28
Water Budget in Melaka
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On average, people spend RM1.33 on bottled water in Melaka per day. The public water in Melaka is not usually considered safe to drink.
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Water2
Bottled water for one day
RM1.33
Melaka On a Budget
Melaka, Malaysia
Melaka (or Malacca) is a large city on the western coast of Malaysia about half way between
Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. This historical city grew up as a result of trading in the region due to its position on the namesake Straights of Malacca, a natural waterway formed from the peninsula of Malaysia and the Indonesian island of Sumatra. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Sights
With a wealth of history, plenty of sights and attractions can be found around town.
The Portugese conquered the area in the early 1500's, and multiple significant architectural and historical structures can be found in the city dating back to this colonial time. The A Formosa fort is one, and various churches such as Christ Church and St. Paul's are also popular tourist attractions.
A large Chinese population also settled in the area, and their influence can be found not just in the Chinatown area of the city, but also in much of the cuisine, festivals, and other cultural locations.
Transportation
It's quite easy to get to Malacca from Kuala Lumpur by direct train or bus. The bus is often cheaper.
From Singapore, it's cheaper and easier to cross the border into Malaysia first at Johor Bahru. Then, from JB, take the train or bus to Malacca from the main stations.
The Malacca airport, although modern, is rather small and only serves flights within the Southeast Asia region to KL and some spots in Indonesia and other nearby countries. International visitors will need to fly into KL or Singapore first and then connect or take land-based transportation.
Day trips from KL or Singapore to Malacca are offered by various tour companies if you don't want to stay the night, although you really should in order to see everything.
