Discover Historic Middelburg Bastion
Malacca, Malaysia • 
Underrated
UnderratedMalacca, Malaysia
Underrated
Walking required
Yes
Accessible with stairs; walking required.
Accessible with stairs; walking required.
Value for money
High
Free entry makes it a great value for the experience.
Free entry makes it a great value for the experience.
Highlights we curated for you
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Setting
Couples loved the riverside views and the historical ambiance. Perfect for photos!
Historical Charm
Visitors felt transported back in time. The cannons and architecture are fascinating.
Easy Access
Couples found it very accessible and easy to combine with other nearby attractions.
Limited Shade
Some couples noted the lack of shade could make daytime visits uncomfortable.
Uneven Surfaces
Travelers found the ground a bit uneven, so wear good walking shoes!
Not Much
Some felt it was a quick visit, but still a worthwhile stop when in Malacca.
Hours of operation
Monday
open - open
Tuesday
open - open
Wednesday
open - open
Thursday
open - open
Friday
open - open
Saturday
open - open
Sunday
open - open
In-depth experience
May contain spoilers
Watch curated videos from fellow travellers for a glimpse of what to expect.
Visit Middelburg Bastion, part of Melaka’s Dutch heritage.
Capture history and river views at Middelburg Bastion.
Walk through a restored piece of Melaka’s colonial past.
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
MEDIUM
24-31°C
February continues with warm temperatures, averaging highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Rainfall decreases slightly to around 109 mm over approximately 9 days, leading to a 40% chance of precipitation. Humidity remains high, maintaining a muggy environment.
February continues with warm temperatures, averaging highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Rainfall decreases slightly to around 109 mm over approximately 9 days, leading to a 40% chance of precipitation. Humidity remains high, maintaining a muggy environment.
Open
No significant restrictions; all attractions are open.
No significant restrictions; all attractions are open.
Recommended
February offers slightly drier conditions compared to January, with warm temperatures and moderate tourist crowds. It's a suitable time to visit the Discover Historic Middelburg Bastion, with stable prices and full availability of attractions.
February offers slightly drier conditions compared to January, with warm temperatures and moderate tourist crowds. It's a suitable time to visit the Discover Historic Middelburg Bastion, with stable prices and full availability of attractions.
March
MEDIUM
24-31°C
March experiences warm temperatures with highs around 31°C and lows near 24°C. Rainfall increases to approximately 144 mm over about 13 days, resulting in a 45% chance of precipitation. Humidity remains high, contributing to a consistently muggy atmosphere.
March experiences warm temperatures with highs around 31°C and lows near 24°C. Rainfall increases to approximately 144 mm over about 13 days, resulting in a 45% chance of precipitation. Humidity remains high, contributing to a consistently muggy atmosphere.
Open
No significant restrictions; attractions operate normally.
No significant restrictions; attractions operate normally.
Recommended
March sees a slight increase in rainfall but maintains warm temperatures. Tourist crowds are moderate, and attractions like the Discover Historic Middelburg Bastion are fully accessible. Prices remain consistent with the off-peak season.
March sees a slight increase in rainfall but maintains warm temperatures. Tourist crowds are moderate, and attractions like the Discover Historic Middelburg Bastion are fully accessible. Prices remain consistent with the off-peak season.
April
MEDIUM
24-32°C
April brings warm temperatures with highs reaching 32°C and lows around 24°C. Rainfall increases to approximately 174 mm over about 14 days, leading to a 53% chance of precipitation. Humidity levels are high, maintaining a muggy environment.
April brings warm temperatures with highs reaching 32°C and lows around 24°C. Rainfall increases to approximately 174 mm over about 14 days, leading to a 53% chance of precipitation. Humidity levels are high, maintaining a muggy environment.
Open
No significant restrictions; all attractions are open.
No significant restrictions; all attractions are open.
Recommended
April offers warm temperatures and increased rainfall. Tourist crowds are moderate, and attractions like the Discover Historic Middelburg Bastion are fully operational. Prices remain stable, making it a viable time to visit.
April offers warm temperatures and increased rainfall. Tourist crowds are moderate, and attractions like the Discover Historic Middelburg Bastion are fully operational. Prices remain stable, making it a viable time to visit.
May
MEDIUM
24-33°C
May in Malacca is characterized by hot temperatures, with average highs around 31°C and lows around 26.5°C. The month experiences significant rainfall, averaging 104mm over approximately 26.8 days, with a precipitation chance of 54%. Humidity levels are around 76%, and the sea temperature is warm at 30°C.
May in Malacca is characterized by hot temperatures, with average highs around 31°C and lows around 26.5°C. The month experiences significant rainfall, averaging 104mm over approximately 26.8 days, with a precipitation chance of 54%. Humidity levels are around 76%, and the sea temperature is warm at 30°C.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, it's advisable to book accommodations in advance due to moderate tourist activity.
No significant restrictions; however, it's advisable to book accommodations in advance due to moderate tourist activity.
Recommended
May offers warm temperatures and moderate crowd levels, making it a suitable time to visit Malacca. Be prepared for frequent rain showers and high humidity.
May offers warm temperatures and moderate crowd levels, making it a suitable time to visit Malacca. Be prepared for frequent rain showers and high humidity.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Boat
Car
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
