Discover Historic Middelburg Bastion
Malacca, Malaysia • 
Underrated
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.
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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
December
HIGH
25-30°C
December continues the rainy season with average highs of 29.6°C and lows of 25.2°C. Rainfall remains high, averaging 7.15 inches over the month.
December continues the rainy season with average highs of 29.6°C and lows of 25.2°C. Rainfall remains high, averaging 7.15 inches over the month.
Open
Increased tourist activity may lead to higher prices and limited availability of accommodations.
Increased tourist activity may lead to higher prices and limited availability of accommodations.
Not recommended
December's combination of heavy rainfall and high tourist activity may make visiting the Discover Historic Middelburg Bastion less favorable.
December's combination of heavy rainfall and high tourist activity may make visiting the Discover Historic Middelburg Bastion less favorable.
January
MEDIUM
25-31°C
January in Malacca features warm temperatures with average highs around 31°C and lows near 25°C. The month receives approximately 123 mm of rainfall over about 13 days, resulting in a 43% chance of precipitation. Humidity levels are around 79%, contributing to a muggy atmosphere.
January in Malacca features warm temperatures with average highs around 31°C and lows near 25°C. The month receives approximately 123 mm of rainfall over about 13 days, resulting in a 43% chance of precipitation. Humidity levels are around 79%, contributing to a muggy atmosphere.
Open
No significant restrictions; most attractions operate as usual.
No significant restrictions; most attractions operate as usual.
Recommended
January offers warm and humid conditions with moderate rainfall. Tourist crowds are moderate, making it a good time to visit the Discover Historic Middelburg Bastion without facing peak season crowds. Prices remain stable, and attractions are fully operational.
January offers warm and humid conditions with moderate rainfall. Tourist crowds are moderate, making it a good time to visit the Discover Historic Middelburg Bastion without facing peak season crowds. Prices remain stable, and attractions are fully operational.
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.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Boat
Car
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
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