Highlights of Jakarta City: Half-Day Tour
Highlights of Jakarta City: Half-Day Tour
Highlights of Jakarta City: Half-Day Tour
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Join us on this 4.5-hour tour to experience Jakarta's highlights, hosted by a local Indonesian guide who shares personal insights into the people, the landmarks, and the diverse and rich culture of one of the world's largest & most fascinating cities.
We will meet at the "MONAS IRTI" entry point to the National Monument of Indonesia. We'll then visit the top sights around the city, including:
National Monument
Car transport to Cathedral (15 min)
Jakarta Cathedral, the largest Christian holy place in Indonesia
Istiqlal Mosque, the largest mosque in Southeast Asia & world's 3rd largest
Train ride to Old Town area (30 min)
Kota Tua, the historical colonial square of Jakarta
Local Indonesian Crafts & Arts
Jakarta History Museum
Car transport to Chinatown (15 min)
Jakarta's Chinatown
Local traditional markets with exotic flavors & refreshments
Jakarta's Buddhist temple
We will finish at the entry to the Holiday Inn Jakarta Gajah Mada.
Let's explore together!
Itinerary
National Monument (MONAS)
45 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedExplore the grounds and the high-rise viewing tower of this well-known obelisk built to commemorate Indonesian independence from the Netherlands. Entry to the grounds is free, but the "Optional Tower ascent has a nominal fee.Jakarta Cathedral
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeTake a brief walk around the cathedral grounds and view the interior and exterior of the cathedral, as well as the prayer garden. This demonstrates an interesting juxtaposition of culture & religion in Jakarta during the tour, showing Christian traditions alongside the (majority) Islamic traditions and also Buddhist traditions.Istiqlal Mosque
45 minsAdmission Ticket FreeExplore the largest Islamic mosque in all of southeast Asia, with a welcoming invitation by the mosque staff to view the interior and exterior grounds and structure.Khas Jakarta Kota Tua
45 minsAdmission Ticket FreeWe ride the train to see the bustling historical central city train station and see both modern Indonesia as well as a glimpse at the Jakarta of the past.Jakarta Old Town
45 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe historical and cultural center of Old Jakarta (Kota Tua, the "old city"). Explore with us the different areas of the plaza, including local crafts & arts, museums, street performers, activity centers, live music, and local foods being enjoyed by Indonesians and travelers alike.Glodok Chinatown
45 minsAdmission Ticket FreeWe will ride over to see the markets, eateries, and lively daily activity in Jakarta's most famous Chinatown center. Here, you can try out a delicacy or two, or stop for a restful cold drink, while viewing the exotic marketplace offerings.Dharma Bhakti Temple
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeEnter a guided tour of this Buddhist shrine dating back to 1650, featuring traditional Indo-Chinese architecture & religious art.
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