MY · Melaka · 2.20°N 102.29°E

hang tuah village

Timber Malay houses, Hang Tuah's well and the warrior's story in Kampung Duyong.

Best time
Any time of year. Mornings are cooler, as much of it is outdoors between the buildings.
How long
2–3 hours
Getting there
About 2 hours' drive from KL via the Ayer Keroh exit. Duyong is about 15 minutes' drive east of Melaka's old town.
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Dear group chat,Timber Malay houses, Hang Tuah's well and the warrior's story in Kampung Duyong.— gowherelahTo: whoever’s drivingHang Tuah VillageMY, Melaka
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≈ 124 km from KL, as the crow flies

Hang Tuah Village is a heritage complex in Kampung Duyong, the village said to have been founded by Hang Tuah's father, just east of Melaka city. A museum tells the stories of Melaka's best-known warrior, with timber Melaka-style houses, his well and a silat field in the grounds.

Makan

  1. Asam pedasMelaka's sour, spicy fish stew, at the Malay lunch shops around Duyong.Map ↗
  2. Ikan bakar at UmbaiUmbai's seafood stalls are about 20 minutes further down the coast, for dinner.Map ↗

Things to do

  1. Hang Tuah CentreThe museum on Hang Tuah's life and legends, with videos, models and interactive displays. Good for kids who know the story from school.Map ↗
  2. The warriors' housesTimber houses named after Hang Jebat, Hang Kasturi, Hang Lekir and Hang Lekiu, with displays on silat, the keris and Malay crafts.Map ↗
  3. Perigi Hang TuahThe well said to have been dug by Hang Tuah himself, and said never to run dry.Map ↗

Good to know

  • Following the story? Makam Hang Tuah, the warrior's grave, is at Tanjung Kling on the other side of the city.
  • Bring a hat and water for the walk between the houses.

Last checked October 2026. Things change, so check opening times, fees and transport before you go.