Jakarta

Travel Guide

Jakarta
Istiqlal Mosque featuring interior views, heritage architecture and modern architecture
Kepulauan Seribu Marine National Park showing boating, a sunset and general coastal views
Museum of Fine Arts and Ceramics which includes interior views and heritage architecture as well as a couple
Jakarta

Jakarta Travel Guide Video

The capital city of Indonesia is a bustling metropolis, famous for its colonial-era relics, beautiful mosques, plentiful shopping and family entertainment.

Jakarta is a destination of contrasts and that’s why it’s often referred to as the “Big Durian.” Like the local durian fruit, this city, located on the northwestern corner of the island of Java, has a layer of ruggedness yet is also bursting with rewarding flavor and color. 

Start your exploration in the picturesque central district of Kota, formerly Batavia, where the cobblestoned square Taman Fatahillah still shows some Dutch influences. Trace the city’s history since the Stone Age at the Jakarta History Museum. Spot work by Indonesian artists at the Balai Seni Rupa gallery and Ceramics Museum.

Head to Jakarta’s historic port, Sunda Kelapa, and watch brightly painted fishing boats arrive from the outer islands. Learn about Indonesia’s naval history at the Maritime Museum, housed in a 17th-century spice warehouse.

Gaze up at the 450-feet (137-meter) tall National Monument (Monas Tower), in the heart of Medan Merdeka public square. Ride the elevator to the tower’s summit for impressive city views. Check out the ethnographic artifacts at the National Museum. Take a tour of the Presidential Palace or visit the sparkling white Istiqlal Mosque, which can host 120,000 devotees. Admire over 2,000 fabrics and materials at the Textile Museum.

Browse the market stalls of Jalan Surabaya for traditional Indonesian wayang puppets and sarongs. Sample the local street food, which mixes Arab, Chinese, European and Indian influences. Shop for high-end brands at Grand Indonesia or go to the out-of-town Living World, a huge retail and entertainment complex.

Ride the waterslides at Ocean Park or the roller coasters at Taman Impian Jaya Ancol (Ancol Dreamland). See replicas of traditional Indonesian houses at the Taman Mini Indonesia cultural park.

Jakarta is hot and smoggy and monsoon showers are frequent from November to March. Avoid the heat and rain by traveling between sights via low-cost taxis or the large bus network.

This fascinating city is the gateway to many of Indonesia’s natural treasures, including pristine coral reefs, volcanoes, surfing beaches and wildlife, such as orangutans and Komodo dragons.

Where to stay in Jakarta

Central Jakarta featuring a monument and flowers

Central Jakarta

Central Jakarta is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Sarinah Mall and National Monument, and you can get around town on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station.

Central Jakarta
Menteng showing modern architecture

Menteng

Discover Menteng, memorable for its monuments. Popular attractions in Menteng include Bundaran HI and Sarinah Mall, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station.

Menteng
Jakarta which includes a city as well as a large group of people

Sudirman Central Business District

You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in Sudirman Central Business District. You might want to make time for a stop at Kidzania or Pacific Place.

Sudirman Central Business District
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Kuningan

Kuningan is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Kuningan City Mall and Lotte Shopping Avenue while you're in town.

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Pantai Indah Kapuk

While visiting Pantai Indah Kapuk, you might make a stop by sights like By The Sea PIK Shopping Center and Damai Indah Golf and Country Club.

Pantai Indah Kapuk
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Senayan

Shopping and bars are highlights of Senayan. Make a stop by Kidzania or Pacific Place while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Istora MRT Station to get around town.

Senayan
Artotel Gelora Senayan Jakarta

Artotel Gelora Senayan Jakarta

4 out of 5
Jl. Pintu Satu Senayan, RT.1/RW.3,, Gelora, Kecamatan Tanah Abang,, Jakarta, Jakarta
The price is ¥7,389 per night from Jul 18 to Jul 19
¥7,389
¥9,153 total
Jul 18 - Jul 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gelora Bung Karno Stadium and Blok ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (69 reviews)
"ok"

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2025

Artotel Gelora Senayan Jakarta
InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah by IHG

InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah by IHG

5 out of 5
Jl Metro Pondok Indah Kav Iv Ta, Jakarta, ID
The price is ¥14,927 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
¥14,927
¥18,062 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (169 reviews)
"Newly built hotel, like many hotels in Jakarta it is linked to a Mall. The area is away from the popular business center, it is a hour away with the traffic."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah by IHG
Grand Hyatt Jakarta

Grand Hyatt Jakarta

5 out of 5
Jalan M.H. Thamrin, Kav. 28-30, Jakarta, Jakarta
The price is ¥25,124 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
¥25,124
¥30,400 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (417 reviews)
"Just another Hyat .. perhaps a bit unpersonal, with few areas for small group meetings. The place felt industrial, although very clean and pompous with great service."

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025

Grand Hyatt Jakarta
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Oakwood Premier Cozmo Jakarta

Oakwood Premier Cozmo Jakarta

5 out of 5
Jl. Dr. Ide Anak Agung Gde Agung, Blok E4.2 No. 1, Mega Kuningan, Jakarta, Jakarta
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Kota Kasablanka Mall and Gelora Bung Karno ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (451 reviews)
"Great location and environment."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Oakwood Premier Cozmo Jakarta
Citadines Sudirman Jakarta

Citadines Sudirman Jakarta

4 out of 5
Jl. Karet Sawah 219,, The Newton 1 at Ciputra World 2, Jakarta
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (112 reviews)
"Close to 3 major malls( Lotte Mall, Ambassador, Kuningan City. ). Staffs are fluent in English, immediate response on any requests, Siloam hospital nearby."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Citadines Sudirman Jakarta
PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Jakarta

PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Jakarta

4.5 out of 5
Jl. M.H Thamrin No. 10, Thamrin Nine Luminary Tower, Jakarta
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Grand Indonesia and Thamrin ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (68 reviews)
"The staff been very nice and help during my stay"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Jakarta
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Jakarta

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
88
5 - Excellent 30%
4 - Good
133
4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
60
3 - Okay 20%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 2%

5/5 - Excellent

Mojokapitan

Please come to Jakarta Friendly city with western food almost everywhere

5/5 - Excellent

Mina

Nice place!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The people of Jakarta, outside of the hotel, was very kind and friendly and helpful especially when I went through my situation where I had to leave my trip early.

3/5 - Okay

Thousand

A place to do business. Not really a holiday destination.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

A lot of traffic, expensive city :-).

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great City, awesome people, very safe, good night life and clean

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