Timeline
18:01
Grab a cold coffee and some laksa at Calanthe Art Cafe. It is an adorable spot decorated with old Malaccan trinkets and serves coffea liberica from all 13 Malaysian states. The cafe is open from 09:00 to 23:00 on this day, so you have plenty of time before sunset.
18:31
Walk up St. Paul's Hill. It is only a 6-minute walk from the anchor area. Climb to the top of the hill where you will find the ruins of Saint Paul's Church. This is the best spot in the city for views, sitting high above the surrounding landscape.
19:16
Watch the sun set toward the W. The golden light starts around 18:48 and the sun dips below the horizon at 19:16. The view from the top of St. Paul's Hill offers pretty views of the surroundings as the day ends.
19:46
End the evening with a cold beer at Geographer Cafe. It is a chill-out place with a crowd fusion of westerners and locals. Live music plays and there is a small open dance floor. It is open until 01:00 on weekdays and weekends.
Local tip
St. Paul's Hill is a short climb. Wear comfortable shoes. The cafe is open late, so you can stay as long as you like after the sun goes down.
Check before you go
- Calanthe Art Cafe is open 09:00-23:00.
- Geographer Cafe is open Mo-Sa 10:00-01:00 and Su 08:00-01:00.
Worth knowing
- Calanthe Art Cafe is open at 18:01 only on Mo, Tu, We, Fr, Sa, Su
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