What to do there?
What to do there?
Jakarta is divided into five districts, East Jakarta, West Jakarta, Central Jakarta, North and South Jakarta. Of course the busiest one will be Central Jakarta. As you touchdown at Soekarno Airport, you will most probably be greeted by this city’s notorious traffic. Despite all that, Jakarta is indeed an interesting city to be explored. If you are wondering what are the cool things you can do here in Jakarta aside from visiting museums, amusement park, shopping or walking at the park, Jakarta is also a lively city to have some fun and party with your friends!
Plenty of nightlife activities offered here where you can go bar hopping in places like Jalan Jaksa, Blok M or also known as Jalan Falatehan as well as Mega Kuningan area. Aside from that, enjoy entertainment like cultural performances in the many galleries and museums around Jakarta town. Check out puppetry show at Wayang Museum to experience watching a Javanese cultural performance.
Not to forget, Jakarta city is home to a long list of local food and authentic Indonesian cuisines to try! Most tourists will go for food hunting around Glodok Market or also known as the Chinatown Jakarta. Some of the food you should try here including Pisang Goreng Sambal (fried bananas with chilli), Bakpao (meat bun), Ketoprak (vegetarian dish), Bebek Goreng (fried duck) and Martabak Manis (sweet pancake).
If you are looking for nature, there are also islands for you beach lovers to explore in Jakarta. Make a trip to Thousand Islands in Jakarta to see some of the best beaches in Indonesia and explore the water activities offered here. For nature lovers, take up a few hours drive to Banten for an exciting nature discovery tour at the Ujung Kulon National Park.
Plenty of nightlife activities offered here where you can go bar hopping in places like Jalan Jaksa, Blok M or also known as Jalan Falatehan as well as Mega Kuningan area. Aside from that, enjoy entertainment like cultural performances in the many galleries and museums around Jakarta town. Check out puppetry show at Wayang Museum to experience watching a Javanese cultural performance.
Not to forget, Jakarta city is home to a long list of local food and authentic Indonesian cuisines to try! Most tourists will go for food hunting around Glodok Market or also known as the Chinatown Jakarta. Some of the food you should try here including Pisang Goreng Sambal (fried bananas with chilli), Bakpao (meat bun), Ketoprak (vegetarian dish), Bebek Goreng (fried duck) and Martabak Manis (sweet pancake).
If you are looking for nature, there are also islands for you beach lovers to explore in Jakarta. Make a trip to Thousand Islands in Jakarta to see some of the best beaches in Indonesia and explore the water activities offered here. For nature lovers, take up a few hours drive to Banten for an exciting nature discovery tour at the Ujung Kulon National Park.
What to see there?
What to see there?
Until today, the Javanese culture preserved in most Indonesian states can be seen adapted to its religious places, exhibits, impressive architecture and creative arts at best. In Jakarta, you will able to see all that in just a few places. There many museums in Jakarta you can visit to cherish the tradition and gain some knowledge about the people, the city, the art and the country itself.
Take National Gallery of Indonesia art gallery for instance, where it showcases some of the finest local artworks. To see various historical artifacts, relics and learn more about the history of Indonesia, make a visit to the National Museum of Indonesia. The Islamic religion is largely practiced in Indonesia, being the vast majority here are Muslims. To see some of the dominant religious sites in Jakarta, visit the largest mosque in Southeast Asia - Istiqlal Mosque. Located in the heart of Jakarta, it holds a massive dome and exquisite wall details, decorated with Islamic calligraphy.
For tourists who are looking to check out famous landmarks in Jakarta, explore the MONAS National Monument, built as a tribute of the struggle in getting Indonesia independence. Here, you can take a look at Jakarta’s skyline from the observation deck at 132m high. If you interested in Indonesian culture and understanding their daily life, then Taman Mini Park is a must place for you to go. Find replicas of almost all Indonesian massive capitals, feel the cultural vibe at each place and also make some time to visit the cinema, traditional theatre or go for a cable car ride.
For the love of architecture and heritage buildings, go check out Kota Tua located in West Jakarta. It is a popular destination to both locals, foreign visitors, as well as couples for pre-wedding photoshoots. Many things can be done here too including riding an antique bicycle, shopping for souvenirs, check out art exhibitions, see performances from local buskers and more. It is especially hectic on weekends.
If you are travelling with kids, you can bring them to Ancol Dreamland located along Jakarta’s waterfront which offers countless fun of watersports and rides. Considered as the best theme park in Jakarta, the massive theme park also consists of a golf course, water parks, seaworld and beaches. Alternatively, you can visit the newly opened SnowBay Waterpark TMII which offers plenty of fun rides, exciting activities and fun for the whole bunch.
Some travellers around Asia also visit Jakarta to shop and get their business supplies. This massive capital is home to many of the best affordable fabrics and clothing. Jakarta offers plenty of item to be brought back home ranging from fabrics, accessories, home decor, vintage items, souvenirs, clothes, bags and leather goods. Let’s put aside the massive shopping malls where big brands are involved. To explore what Jakarta shops have to offer and get the most affordable price, the best places to visit are Blok M, Pasar Baru, ITC Mangga Dua, Pasar Pagi Asemka, Tanah Abang, Pasar Senen, Tebet and Pasar Jatinegara.
Take National Gallery of Indonesia art gallery for instance, where it showcases some of the finest local artworks. To see various historical artifacts, relics and learn more about the history of Indonesia, make a visit to the National Museum of Indonesia. The Islamic religion is largely practiced in Indonesia, being the vast majority here are Muslims. To see some of the dominant religious sites in Jakarta, visit the largest mosque in Southeast Asia - Istiqlal Mosque. Located in the heart of Jakarta, it holds a massive dome and exquisite wall details, decorated with Islamic calligraphy.
For tourists who are looking to check out famous landmarks in Jakarta, explore the MONAS National Monument, built as a tribute of the struggle in getting Indonesia independence. Here, you can take a look at Jakarta’s skyline from the observation deck at 132m high. If you interested in Indonesian culture and understanding their daily life, then Taman Mini Park is a must place for you to go. Find replicas of almost all Indonesian massive capitals, feel the cultural vibe at each place and also make some time to visit the cinema, traditional theatre or go for a cable car ride.
For the love of architecture and heritage buildings, go check out Kota Tua located in West Jakarta. It is a popular destination to both locals, foreign visitors, as well as couples for pre-wedding photoshoots. Many things can be done here too including riding an antique bicycle, shopping for souvenirs, check out art exhibitions, see performances from local buskers and more. It is especially hectic on weekends.
If you are travelling with kids, you can bring them to Ancol Dreamland located along Jakarta’s waterfront which offers countless fun of watersports and rides. Considered as the best theme park in Jakarta, the massive theme park also consists of a golf course, water parks, seaworld and beaches. Alternatively, you can visit the newly opened SnowBay Waterpark TMII which offers plenty of fun rides, exciting activities and fun for the whole bunch.
Some travellers around Asia also visit Jakarta to shop and get their business supplies. This massive capital is home to many of the best affordable fabrics and clothing. Jakarta offers plenty of item to be brought back home ranging from fabrics, accessories, home decor, vintage items, souvenirs, clothes, bags and leather goods. Let’s put aside the massive shopping malls where big brands are involved. To explore what Jakarta shops have to offer and get the most affordable price, the best places to visit are Blok M, Pasar Baru, ITC Mangga Dua, Pasar Pagi Asemka, Tanah Abang, Pasar Senen, Tebet and Pasar Jatinegara.
When is the best time to go there?
When is the best time to go there?
All year round.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
What to eat?
What to eat?
Western Cuisine, Pisang Goreng (Fried Banana), Fried Food, Otak-Otak (Fish), Bakpao (Meat Bun),
Bebek Goreng (Fried Duck), Martabak Manis (Sweet Stuffed Pancake), Roti Bakar (Grilled Bread), Satay, Sop Buntut (Oxtail Soup), Soto Mie (Indonesian Soup Noodle), Bakso (Meatball), Gado-Gado (Mixed Salad), Nasi Padang (Rice Indonesian Style)
Where to eat?
Where to eat?
Cafe Batavia at Kota Tua, Mr Banana Pisang Goreng, Pontianak Uya, Aneka Gorengan, Otak-Otak Sangaji, Bakpao Lombobattang, Bebek Goreng Pak Joko Putra, Martabak Boss, Roti Bakar Eddy, Sate Khas Senayan, Sop Buntut Bogor Cafe, Mie Kocok Bandung Soto Mie Urat, Bakso Mas Kumis, Gado-Gado Bonbin, Rumah Makan Garuda
Useful local terms
Useful local terms
- Apa kabar? - How are you?
- Kamar kecil - Toilet
- Terima kasih - Thank you
- Bener - Correct
- Selamat pagi - Good morning
- Selamat siang - Good afternoon
- Selamat malam - Good night
- Permisi - Excuse me
- Kiri - Left
- Kanan - Right
- Lurus - Straight
- Makan - Eat
- Mas - Mister
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- The local currency is Indonesia Rupiah, noted as Rp. or IDR. If you wish to change your money here, change your money at the banks or a licensed money changer rather than hotel or independent money changer. Usually, the banks will have the best rates.
- Monsoon season in Jakarta is usually from October to February while dry season is from March to September. The weather can be quite hot during the day in Jakarta, so be sure to pack some comfortable light clothes if you’re visiting here at this time.
- With more than 10 million population in this city, it can lead to horrible traffic. If you tend to commute from one place to another by taxi, do ensure you go by Blue Bird taxi because they are the most reliable company that operates appropriately by meter with a fair taxi fare.
- If you are adventurous, try the motorcycle taxi or ‘Ojek’ as it is way cheaper than other transportation methods in Jakarta. This Ojek sign can be found by the roadside and it is definitely recommended if you are going for short distances
- Consider to opt for ride sharing applications like Gojek, Grab or Uber where the fare can be affordable, most of the time. Indonesian local mobile app, Gojek, can be used to order variety of other services too.
- If you do not like crowded places and prefer a calmer visit around the attractions, avoid visiting most tourist spots in Jakarta city on the weekend. The crowd can be crazy and the traffic is the worst during this time.
The capital of Indonesia is home to more than 10 million population and counting, so imagine the many fun things that you can see and do here in this city!
The capital of Indonesia is home to more than 10 million population and counting, so imagine the many fun things that you can see and do here in this city!
What to do there?
What to do there?
Jakarta is divided into five districts, East Jakarta, West Jakarta, Central Jakarta, North and South Jakarta. Of course the busiest one will be Central Jakarta. As you touchdown at Soekarno Airport, you will most probably be greeted by this city’s notorious traffic. Despite all that, Jakarta is indeed an interesting city to be explored. If you are wondering what are the cool things you can do here in Jakarta aside from visiting museums, amusement park, shopping or walking at the park, Jakarta is also a lively city to have some fun and party with your friends!
Plenty of nightlife activities offered here where you can go bar hopping in places like Jalan Jaksa, Blok M or also known as Jalan Falatehan as well as Mega Kuningan area. Aside from that, enjoy entertainment like cultural performances in the many galleries and museums around Jakarta town. Check out puppetry show at Wayang Museum to experience watching a Javanese cultural performance.
Not to forget, Jakarta city is home to a long list of local food and authentic Indonesian cuisines to try! Most tourists will go for food hunting around Glodok Market or also known as the Chinatown Jakarta. Some of the food you should try here including Pisang Goreng Sambal (fried bananas with chilli), Bakpao (meat bun), Ketoprak (vegetarian dish), Bebek Goreng (fried duck) and Martabak Manis (sweet pancake).
If you are looking for nature, there are also islands for you beach lovers to explore in Jakarta. Make a trip to Thousand Islands in Jakarta to see some of the best beaches in Indonesia and explore the water activities offered here. For nature lovers, take up a few hours drive to Banten for an exciting nature discovery tour at the Ujung Kulon National Park.
Plenty of nightlife activities offered here where you can go bar hopping in places like Jalan Jaksa, Blok M or also known as Jalan Falatehan as well as Mega Kuningan area. Aside from that, enjoy entertainment like cultural performances in the many galleries and museums around Jakarta town. Check out puppetry show at Wayang Museum to experience watching a Javanese cultural performance.
Not to forget, Jakarta city is home to a long list of local food and authentic Indonesian cuisines to try! Most tourists will go for food hunting around Glodok Market or also known as the Chinatown Jakarta. Some of the food you should try here including Pisang Goreng Sambal (fried bananas with chilli), Bakpao (meat bun), Ketoprak (vegetarian dish), Bebek Goreng (fried duck) and Martabak Manis (sweet pancake).
If you are looking for nature, there are also islands for you beach lovers to explore in Jakarta. Make a trip to Thousand Islands in Jakarta to see some of the best beaches in Indonesia and explore the water activities offered here. For nature lovers, take up a few hours drive to Banten for an exciting nature discovery tour at the Ujung Kulon National Park.
What to see there?
What to see there?
Until today, the Javanese culture preserved in most Indonesian states can be seen adapted to its religious places, exhibits, impressive architecture and creative arts at best. In Jakarta, you will able to see all that in just a few places. There many museums in Jakarta you can visit to cherish the tradition and gain some knowledge about the people, the city, the art and the country itself.
Take National Gallery of Indonesia art gallery for instance, where it showcases some of the finest local artworks. To see various historical artifacts, relics and learn more about the history of Indonesia, make a visit to the National Museum of Indonesia. The Islamic religion is largely practiced in Indonesia, being the vast majority here are Muslims. To see some of the dominant religious sites in Jakarta, visit the largest mosque in Southeast Asia - Istiqlal Mosque. Located in the heart of Jakarta, it holds a massive dome and exquisite wall details, decorated with Islamic calligraphy.
For tourists who are looking to check out famous landmarks in Jakarta, explore the MONAS National Monument, built as a tribute of the struggle in getting Indonesia independence. Here, you can take a look at Jakarta’s skyline from the observation deck at 132m high. If you interested in Indonesian culture and understanding their daily life, then Taman Mini Park is a must place for you to go. Find replicas of almost all Indonesian massive capitals, feel the cultural vibe at each place and also make some time to visit the cinema, traditional theatre or go for a cable car ride.
For the love of architecture and heritage buildings, go check out Kota Tua located in West Jakarta. It is a popular destination to both locals, foreign visitors, as well as couples for pre-wedding photoshoots. Many things can be done here too including riding an antique bicycle, shopping for souvenirs, check out art exhibitions, see performances from local buskers and more. It is especially hectic on weekends.
If you are travelling with kids, you can bring them to Ancol Dreamland located along Jakarta’s waterfront which offers countless fun of watersports and rides. Considered as the best theme park in Jakarta, the massive theme park also consists of a golf course, water parks, seaworld and beaches. Alternatively, you can visit the newly opened SnowBay Waterpark TMII which offers plenty of fun rides, exciting activities and fun for the whole bunch.
Some travellers around Asia also visit Jakarta to shop and get their business supplies. This massive capital is home to many of the best affordable fabrics and clothing. Jakarta offers plenty of item to be brought back home ranging from fabrics, accessories, home decor, vintage items, souvenirs, clothes, bags and leather goods. Let’s put aside the massive shopping malls where big brands are involved. To explore what Jakarta shops have to offer and get the most affordable price, the best places to visit are Blok M, Pasar Baru, ITC Mangga Dua, Pasar Pagi Asemka, Tanah Abang, Pasar Senen, Tebet and Pasar Jatinegara.
Take National Gallery of Indonesia art gallery for instance, where it showcases some of the finest local artworks. To see various historical artifacts, relics and learn more about the history of Indonesia, make a visit to the National Museum of Indonesia. The Islamic religion is largely practiced in Indonesia, being the vast majority here are Muslims. To see some of the dominant religious sites in Jakarta, visit the largest mosque in Southeast Asia - Istiqlal Mosque. Located in the heart of Jakarta, it holds a massive dome and exquisite wall details, decorated with Islamic calligraphy.
For tourists who are looking to check out famous landmarks in Jakarta, explore the MONAS National Monument, built as a tribute of the struggle in getting Indonesia independence. Here, you can take a look at Jakarta’s skyline from the observation deck at 132m high. If you interested in Indonesian culture and understanding their daily life, then Taman Mini Park is a must place for you to go. Find replicas of almost all Indonesian massive capitals, feel the cultural vibe at each place and also make some time to visit the cinema, traditional theatre or go for a cable car ride.
For the love of architecture and heritage buildings, go check out Kota Tua located in West Jakarta. It is a popular destination to both locals, foreign visitors, as well as couples for pre-wedding photoshoots. Many things can be done here too including riding an antique bicycle, shopping for souvenirs, check out art exhibitions, see performances from local buskers and more. It is especially hectic on weekends.
If you are travelling with kids, you can bring them to Ancol Dreamland located along Jakarta’s waterfront which offers countless fun of watersports and rides. Considered as the best theme park in Jakarta, the massive theme park also consists of a golf course, water parks, seaworld and beaches. Alternatively, you can visit the newly opened SnowBay Waterpark TMII which offers plenty of fun rides, exciting activities and fun for the whole bunch.
Some travellers around Asia also visit Jakarta to shop and get their business supplies. This massive capital is home to many of the best affordable fabrics and clothing. Jakarta offers plenty of item to be brought back home ranging from fabrics, accessories, home decor, vintage items, souvenirs, clothes, bags and leather goods. Let’s put aside the massive shopping malls where big brands are involved. To explore what Jakarta shops have to offer and get the most affordable price, the best places to visit are Blok M, Pasar Baru, ITC Mangga Dua, Pasar Pagi Asemka, Tanah Abang, Pasar Senen, Tebet and Pasar Jatinegara.
When is the best time to go there?
When is the best time to go there?
All year round.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
What to eat?
What to eat?
Western Cuisine, Pisang Goreng (Fried Banana), Fried Food, Otak-Otak (Fish), Bakpao (Meat Bun),
Bebek Goreng (Fried Duck), Martabak Manis (Sweet Stuffed Pancake), Roti Bakar (Grilled Bread), Satay, Sop Buntut (Oxtail Soup), Soto Mie (Indonesian Soup Noodle), Bakso (Meatball), Gado-Gado (Mixed Salad), Nasi Padang (Rice Indonesian Style)
Where to eat?
Where to eat?
Cafe Batavia at Kota Tua, Mr Banana Pisang Goreng, Pontianak Uya, Aneka Gorengan, Otak-Otak Sangaji, Bakpao Lombobattang, Bebek Goreng Pak Joko Putra, Martabak Boss, Roti Bakar Eddy, Sate Khas Senayan, Sop Buntut Bogor Cafe, Mie Kocok Bandung Soto Mie Urat, Bakso Mas Kumis, Gado-Gado Bonbin, Rumah Makan Garuda
Useful local terms
Useful local terms
- Apa kabar? - How are you?
- Kamar kecil - Toilet
- Terima kasih - Thank you
- Bener - Correct
- Selamat pagi - Good morning
- Selamat siang - Good afternoon
- Selamat malam - Good night
- Permisi - Excuse me
- Kiri - Left
- Kanan - Right
- Lurus - Straight
- Makan - Eat
- Mas - Mister
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- The local currency is Indonesia Rupiah, noted as Rp. or IDR. If you wish to change your money here, change your money at the banks or a licensed money changer rather than hotel or independent money changer. Usually, the banks will have the best rates.
- Monsoon season in Jakarta is usually from October to February while dry season is from March to September. The weather can be quite hot during the day in Jakarta, so be sure to pack some comfortable light clothes if you’re visiting here at this time.
- With more than 10 million population in this city, it can lead to horrible traffic. If you tend to commute from one place to another by taxi, do ensure you go by Blue Bird taxi because they are the most reliable company that operates appropriately by meter with a fair taxi fare.
- If you are adventurous, try the motorcycle taxi or ‘Ojek’ as it is way cheaper than other transportation methods in Jakarta. This Ojek sign can be found by the roadside and it is definitely recommended if you are going for short distances
- Consider to opt for ride sharing applications like Gojek, Grab or Uber where the fare can be affordable, most of the time. Indonesian local mobile app, Gojek, can be used to order variety of other services too.
- If you do not like crowded places and prefer a calmer visit around the attractions, avoid visiting most tourist spots in Jakarta city on the weekend. The crowd can be crazy and the traffic is the worst during this time.
