Three services, one river
All three services are operated by the official Melaka River Cruise. Choose based on how much time you have and what you want to do.
River Cruise is a 45-minute sightseeing loop - the only river journey in South East Asia that takes you through 600 years of Melaka’s history. You board, cruise about 9km through the heart of the UNESCO heritage site, and return to the same jetty. No stops in between.
Hop-on Hop-off Cruise gives you unlimited access to 14 piers along the river for one or three days. Use it like a bus - hop off at Kampung Morten, walk around, hop back on, continue to The Shore for lunch. One of the 14 stops is at a riverfront cafe or restaurant where you can sit and take in the river views.
Water Taxi is pure transport - point-to-point travel along Sungai Melaka to beat traffic jams. Fares vary by distance, from RM1.50 to RM15.70 for adults.
Start with the River Cruise for an overview of the heritage zone, then get the Hop-on Hop-off day pass the next morning to explore at your own pace.
Prices
| Service | Local adult | Local child | Foreigner adult | Foreigner child |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Cruise | RM35 | RM25 | RM50 | RM45 |
| HOHO - 1 Day Pass | RM40 | RM25 | RM55 | RM45 |
| HOHO - 3 Days Pass | RM100 | RM50 | RM150 | RM120 |
Water Taxi fares are based on distance and the same for all passengers:
| Passenger | Fare per trip |
|---|---|
| Adult | RM1.50 to RM15.70 |
| Child | RM1.40 to RM14.10 |
The 14 hop-on hop-off stations
| # | Station | Nearby |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taman Rempah | Spice Garden, free car park (main hub) |
| 2 | The Pines | Residential area |
| 3 | Kampung Morten | Traditional Malay stilt village |
| 4 | The Shore | The Shore Sky Tower, The Shore Shopping Gallery |
| 5 | Hang Tuah | Hang Tuah Mall, Dataran Pahlawan |
| 6 | Tun Fatimah | Mahkota Parade, riverside promenade |
| 7 | Kampung Hulu | Masjid Kampung Hulu (one of Malaysia’s oldest mosques) |
| 8 | RC Hotel | Riverside boutique hotels |
| 9 | Kampung Jawa | Historic Javanese settlement, Masjid Kampung Jawa |
| 10 | Stadhuys | Dutch Square, Christ Church, Stadthuys Museum, Menara Taming Sari |
| 11 | Hard Rock | Hard Rock Cafe, riverside dining |
| 12 | Quayside | Quayside Hotel, riverside promenade |
| 13 | Samudera | Maritime Museum (Muzium Samudera), Royal Malaysian Navy Museum |
| 14 | Casa Del Rio | Casa Del Rio Hotel, Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum, Bukit St Paul |
Where to board
The River Cruise and Hop-on Hop-off both depart from two main jetties:
Taman Rempah Jetty (Spice Garden Jetty) is the main hub, located on Jalan Tun Mutahir. It has a large, free car park, making it the most convenient option if you are driving.
Dataran Muara Sungai Jetty (Melaka River Square Jetty) is in the city center, right beside the Quayside Hotel. More convenient if you are already in the heritage area.
For the Hop-on Hop-off, once you have a valid pass you can board at any of the 14 stations.
How to book
Tickets can be bought at either jetty or through the official website. For schedules and advance booking, visit melakarivercruise.my.
Pick your service
River Cruise for a single scenic loop. Hop-on Hop-off if you want a full day exploring multiple stops. Water Taxi if you just need to get somewhere along the river quickly.
Check the schedule online
Operating hours and departure times are listed at melakarivercruise.my. Hours vary by season and day.
Choose your jetty
Drive to Taman Rempah Jetty for free parking. Walk to Dataran Muara Sungai Jetty if you are already near Dutch Square.