Stadthuys
Stadthuys, in Bandar Hilir, is one of the attractions in Melaka in the Where2Go guide. Below are its address, opening hours, prices and directions, checked in October 2026. Hours and prices can change, so confirm before you go.
| Address | Dutch Square, Jalan Gereja, Bandar Hilir |
|---|---|
| Details | TueโSun 9 am โ 5:30 pm, last entry 4:30 pm; closed Monday RM10 adult, RM5 child with MyKad; RM20 adult, RM10 child for non-Malaysians |
| Good to know | Museum |
| Area | Bandar Hilir |
| Typical visit | About 1 h 15 min |
| Listed in | Melaka Attractions |
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| Verified | Verified October 2026 |
About Stadthuys
The Stadthuys was built by the Dutch in 1650 as the office of the governor and is one of the oldest Dutch buildings in Asia. Today it holds the History and Ethnography Museum, which covers Melaka from the founding of the sultanate to independence and the daily life of its Malay, Chinese, Indian, Portuguese, Peranakan and Chitty communities.
One ticket from Perbadanan Muzium Melaka (PERZIM) also covers the Literature, Education and Governor's museums and the Admiral Cheng Ho gallery in the same complex. Allow at least an hour.
Stadthuys Location
Nearby
- Melaka Bila Larut Malam โ Night market, 0.0 km away
- Christ Church Melaka โ Temple, 0.0 km away
- Dutch Square (Red Square) โ Attraction, 0.1 km away
- Dutch Square at Night โ Night view, 0.1 km away
- Hard Rock Cafe Melaka โ Restaurant, 0.1 km away
- Bazar Ikonik Banda Hilir โ Night market, 0.1 km away
Plan a route with opening times using the Where2Go trip planner.