Plaza Merdeka, Kuching

Name: Plaza Merdeka
Address: 88 Pearl Street, Kuching, 93000, Malaysia
Telephone: +60 82-239 408

#9 among attractions in Kuching

Shopping, Shopping centre, Gift shop

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Facts and practical information

Plaza Merdeka (address: 88 Pearl Street) is a place located in Kuching (Sarawak state) and belongs to the category of shopping, shopping centre, gift shop.

It is situated at an altitude of 43 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 1°33'31"N latitude and 110°20'38"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Plaza Merdeka is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Bus K21 to Kubah National Park (bus, 4 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Textile Museum (museum, 2 min walk), Kuching Old Courthouse (architecture, 3 min walk), Chinatown (shopping district, 6 min walk).

Coordinates: 1°33'31"N, 110°20'38"E

Address

88 Pearl StreetKuching 93000 Malaysia

Contact

+60 82-239 408

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Day trips

Plaza Merdeka – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Chinatown, Planetarium Sultan Iskandar, Sarawak State Museum, Chinese History Museum.

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Shopping district, Shopping, Shop
Chinatown, Kuching
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Museum, Observatories and planetariums, Event space
Planetarium Sultan Iskandar, Kuching
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~1410 ftS
Stalwart museum with science and history
Sarawak State Museum, Kuching
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Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Chinese History Museum, Kuching
9 min walk • The Chinese History Museum is a cultural gem nestled in the heart of Kuching, Malaysia. This educational institution serves as a window into the rich heritage of the Chinese community within the region. Located on the waterfront of the Sarawak River, the museum is...
~1420 ftE
Temple
Hong San Si Temple, Kuching
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Buddhist temple, Temple
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Governor's residence with public gardens
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~1950 ftE
History museum, Memorial
Fort Margherita, Kuching
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~360 ftE
Museum
Textile Museum, Kuching
2 min walk • The Textile Museum Sarawak is a textile museum in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
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Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Islamic Heritage Museum, Kuching
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Church
St. Joseph's Cathedral, Kuching
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Plaza Merdeka open?

Plaza Merdeka is open:

Monday 10 am - 10 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 10 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 10 pm
Thursday 10 am - 10 pm
Friday 10 am - 10 pm
Saturday 10 am - 10 pm
Sunday 10 am - 10 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Plaza Merdeka?

Nearby attractions include Textile Museum, Kuching (2 min walk), Kuching Old Courthouse, Kuching (3 min walk), Bumbu Cooking Class, Kuching (6 min walk), Sarawak State Museum, Kuching (7 min walk).

How to get to Plaza Merdeka by public transport?

The nearest stations to Plaza Merdeka:

Bus

Bus K21 to Kubah National Park (4 min walk)
Kuching City Center Bus Station (4 min walk)