Cikini Travel Guide
Jakarta
Popular places to visit
Ismail Marzuki Park
Performing arts, paintings, sculptures and a planetarium are just a few of the reasons to visit this exciting cultural center.
Grand Indonesia
Shop at wide-ranging retail outlets, dine on local delicacies and enjoy family-friendly entertainment at this huge mall in downtown Jakarta.
Taman Mini Indonesia Indah
Discover the captivating diversity of the Indonesian archipelago at the typical houses, museums and gardens of this all-encompassing theme park.
Bundaran HI
In the heart of downtown Jakarta is this grand monument, which symbolizes the city’s openness in welcoming visitors from home and abroad.
Istiqlal Mosque
Mingle with the thousands of worshippers who come to pray at this modern mosque, which is one of the largest in Southeast Asia.
National Monument
Standing high above the city skyline, this giant sculpture boasts superb views and some of the most important documents in Indonesia’s history.
Things to do
Indonesia Firsty eSim - Free Roaming Mobile Data
Jakarta: Half-Day Highlights Tour
Bebek Bengil Restaurant Plaza Indonesia
Plaza Premium Lounge at Soekarno–Hatta Int Airport (CGK)
Best of Lombok: Tribe Villages, Traditions & Waterfalls
Taman Mini Indonesia Indah
Top hotels in Cikini
ibis budget Jakarta Cikini
Cockroaches all over the room.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2025
Mercure Jakarta Cikini
Good
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Ashley Tang Menteng Jakarta
Noisy after 10pm from other rooms
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Ashley Wahid Hasyim Jakarta
Free laundry which is a plus. Room was very clean and breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Grand Hyatt Jakarta
Outstanding
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Mercure Jakarta Gatot Subroto
Can hear the sound of traffic
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cikini
Menteng
Discover Menteng, memorable for its monuments. Popular attractions in Menteng include Ismail Marzuki Park and Jalan Surabaya Flea Market, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station.
Central Jakarta
Central Jakarta is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Jaksa Street and Ismail Marzuki Park, and you can get around town on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station.
Gondangdia
While you're in Gondangdia, take in top sights like Jaksa Street and jump on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station to see more of the city.
Kebon Kacang
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Kebon Kacang and you might want to plan a stop by Tanah Abang Market and Thamrin City Shopping Mall while you're in the area.
Gambir
Monuments, museums and shopping are some highlights of Gambir. Make a stop by Merdeka Palace or National Monument while you're exploring.
Setiabudi
Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Setiabudi. Top attractions like Kuningan City Mall and Ambassador Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bendungan Hilir MRT Station or Bendungan Hilir Station to see more of the city.
