Jonker Street Night Market, Night market in Chinatown, Malacca, Malaysia
Jonker Street Night Market is a marketplace in Chinatown, Malacca, that transforms into a pedestrian zone on weekend evenings. Hundreds of vendors line the street selling food, crafts, and local goods that draw crowds throughout the evening.
The street began as a trading area in the 17th century when Chinese merchants settled in the region. Over time it shifted from a residential neighborhood into the active marketplace that exists today.
The market reflects a blend of Malaysian, Chinese, and Peranakan influences visible in food stalls, crafts, and how people gather and trade. You can observe how these different traditions shape the character and daily life of this district.
The market operates Friday to Sunday from 6 PM to midnight and closes to vehicle traffic during these hours. Arrive early or wear comfortable shoes, as you will walk through crowded narrow passages between stalls.
A large dragon replica greets visitors at the street entrance as a striking landmark. Nearby stands a lesser-known monument dedicated to a local bodybuilder that visitors often miss while browsing the stalls.
Location: Malacca
GPS coordinates: 2.19734,102.24589
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:08
This collection presents central trading and shopping streets across Asian cities that combine traditional commerce with contemporary retail. In Singapore, Orchard Road stretches for several miles and houses department stores, international brands and local shops. Shanghai's Nanjing Road ranks among China's most important shopping streets, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors daily. In Tokyo, Takeshita Street attracts a younger crowd with fashion and accessory stores, while Osaka's Dotonbori is known for its restaurants and illuminated signage. Other streets in this collection display distinct characteristics of their respective cities. Malaysia's Jonker Street features historic shophouses and antique dealers. Petaling Street in Kuala Lumpur functions as a Chinatown market offering textiles and electronics. In Bangkok, Khao San Road serves as a hub for international travelers with hostels, restaurants and travel agencies. The collection extends from Dubai through Israel to Russia, showing the diversity of Asian commercial streets, from traditional markets to modern shopping districts.
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