Things to Do at Jonker Street
Complete Guide to Jonker Street in Melaka
About Jonker Street
What to See & Do
Weekend Night Market
The main event - Friday and Saturday nights when the street comes alive with food stalls, local crafts, and that unmistakable buzz of a proper Asian night market
Traditional Shophouses
Beautiful Peranakan-style architecture from the 18th and 19th centuries, many still functioning as family businesses that have been here for generations
Antique and Curio Shops
You'll stumble across everything from vintage postcards to old Chinese porcelain - some genuine finds mixed in with the tourist trinkets
Local Coffee Shops
Traditional kopitiams serving thick, sweet local coffee and toast with kaya - these places tend to be gathering spots for older locals
Street Food Stalls
Even outside market nights, you'll find vendors selling local favorites like chicken rice balls, laksa, and the famous Melaka cendol with gula melaka
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Shops generally open 9am-6pm daily, but the famous night market operates Friday-Sunday 6pm-12am
Tickets & Pricing
Free to walk around - you'll only pay for food, drinks, and shopping
Best Time to Visit
Friday or Saturday evening for the full night market experience, or weekday mornings for a quieter browse through the shops
Suggested Duration
2-3 hours for a leisurely walk and meal, though you could easily spend a whole evening here during market nights
Getting There
Things to Do Nearby
The distinctive salmon-pink Dutch church that's become Melaka's most photographed landmark, just a 5-minute walk away
What remains of the Portuguese fortress - basically just a gate now, but it's historically significant and right next to the church
Fascinating glimpse into Peranakan culture housed in a beautifully preserved traditional shophouse
Malaysia's oldest Chinese temple, still very much in use and worth a respectful visit
Pleasant river cruise that gives you a different perspective on the old town's architecture and daily life