Stop At: Selamat Datang Monument — 10 minutes
Begin your Jakarta tour at the iconic Selamat Datang Monument, featuring a young man and woman extending a warm welcome to visitors. Located in Central Jakarta, this landmark is one of the city’s most recognizable symbols.
Pass By: Merdeka Square
Drive through Merdeka Square, the heart of Jakarta and home to several important government buildings, including the Presidential Palace and government ministries. The National Monument, or Monas, stands prominently at the center of the square.
Stop At: National Monument (MONAS) — 1 hour
Visit Monas, Jakarta’s iconic 132-meter-high monument topped with a gold-covered flame symbolizing Indonesia’s struggle for independence. Explore the surrounding grounds and, when open, the museum featuring 48 dioramas depicting Indonesia’s history from prehistoric times to the present.
Note: Monas is closed every Monday. On Mondays, visitors can only explore the exterior area.
Stop At: Jakarta Cathedral — 30 minutes
Discover Jakarta Cathedral, a magnificent Gothic-style church dating back to 1891. Admire its soaring towers, beautiful stained-glass windows, and historic interior, including its three distinctive altars.
Stop At: Istiqlal Mosque — 30 minutes
Visit Istiqlal Mosque, one of Southeast Asia’s largest mosques and an important symbol of Indonesia’s independence, unity, and religious tolerance. Located opposite Jakarta Cathedral, the mosque offers a remarkable example of Indonesia’s diverse cultural heritage.
Note: Istiqlal Mosque is closed to visitors every Friday.
Stop At: Makutharama Puppet Studio — 30 minutes
Step into the fascinating world of Indonesian wayang puppetry. Meet local puppet masters, learn how traditional puppets are made and performed, and explore a collection of puppets representing different regions of Indonesia.
Stop At: Jakarta Old Town (Kota Tua) — 30 minutes
Explore the historic Old Town of Jakarta, once the center of Dutch colonial Batavia. Wander among beautifully preserved colonial buildings that once housed government offices, banks, hospitals, post offices, and courthouses. Today, many of these historic buildings have been transformed into museums and cultural attractions.
Stop At: Sunda Kelapa Harbour — 30 minutes
End your sightseeing journey at Sunda Kelapa Harbour, Jakarta’s historic old port. See the traditional wooden sailing ships and discover the harbor’s important role in the city’s maritime history. Along the way, you may also see the historic 17th-century drawbridge, a reminder of Jakarta’s colonial past.
