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Jakarta, Indonesia
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Most popular attractions in Jakarta, Indonesia
1. National Monument (Monas)
Monas
Icon of Indonesia's independence and skyline. Ride to the observation deck, visit the independence museum underground, and enjoy the surrounding park.
2. Kota Tua
Walk through Jakarta's colonial heart, where Dutch-era buildings meet lively street life. Explore museums, vintage trams, cafés and photogenic plazas.
3. Istiqlal Mosque
Southeast Asia's largest mosque, famous for its soaring dome and vast courtyard. Tour the serene prayer halls and capture dramatic dome shots from the pedestrian bridge.
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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
4. Taman Mini Indonesia Indah
Experience Indonesia's cultures in one colorful park. Explore traditional houses, museums, a cable car, and live performances.
5. Ancol Dreamland
Jakarta's biggest beachfront entertainment complex, offering theme-park thrills and seaside relaxation. Enjoy roller coasters, SeaWorld, water slides and boardwalk sunsets.
6. Sunda Kelapa Harbor
Experience Jakarta's living maritime history at atmospheric Sunda Kelapa harbor. Watch towering wooden pinisi schooners arrive, local crews load cargo, and lively quay scenes unfold.
7. National Museum of Indonesia
One of Southeast Asia's largest cultural collections, discover Indonesia's story from prehistoric to colonial eras. Walk marble galleries filled with kris, bronzes and carved stone reliefs.
8. Ragunan Zoo
Wide, affordable park showcasing Indonesian wildlife and lively primates. Wander shaded paths, watch feeding sessions, and photograph birds and apes up close.
9. Wayang Museum
Discover centuries of Javanese puppetry in a handsome colonial museum. View hundreds of carved wayang puppets and catch a short shadow-play demo.
Things to Do in Jakarta, Indonesia
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Traditional Sweet Dishes
Kue Rangi
A charcoal-grilled coconut and sago cake from Betawi, traditionally cooked in a special mold and served with thick palm sugar syrup.
Kue Cubit
A popular Jakarta street snack, these mini pancake-like cakes are cooked in a cast-iron pan and often topped with chocolate sprinkles or cheese.
Kue Lapis
A fragrant layered steamed cake made from rice and tapioca flour, the thin colorful stripes make it a festive treat at celebrations in Jakarta.
Traditional Savory Dishes
Soto Betawi
A rich beef soup from the Betawi people that uses coconut milk or cream for a creamy broth, flavored with local spices and often served with rice or lontong.
Nasi Uduk
Fragrant coconut milk rice originally from Betawi cuisine, commonly served with fried shallots, fried chicken, tempeh, and sambal at Jakarta street stalls.
Kerak Telor
A crispy Betawi omelette made from glutinous rice, egg, shredded coconut, and dried shrimp, traditionally cooked over charcoal at festivals and markets.
Traditional Beverages
Es Cendol (Dawet)
A sweet iced drink with green rice-flour jelly, coconut milk, and palm sugar syrup, popular for cooling down in Jakarta's tropical heat.
Es Campur
A colorful mixed-ice dessert drink that combines fruits, jellies, sweet syrups, and condensed milk, found at street vendors and food courts across the city.
Bir Pletok
A non-alcoholic Betawi drink made from steamed spices like ginger, lemongrass, and pandan, originally created as a festive alternative to beer.
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Day trips
Thousand Islands (Pulau Seribu)
Beaches, snorkeling, close island escapes from Jakarta.
Google MapsBandung
Cooler highland city, shopping, cafes, colonial architecture.
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Getting there
Train stations
Long-distance trains to Bandung, Surabaya, Yogyakarta
Economy and long-distance trains to eastern Java
Commuter network hub, some long-distance connections
Use the Soekarno-Hatta Airport Rail Link to BNI City, or book official taxi or ride-hailing; allow extra time for traffic.
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