Central Jakarta Travel Guide

Jakarta

Central Jakarta featuring a monument and flowers
Central Jakarta featuring a monument and flowers
Jakarta
Grand Indonesia Shopping Mall which includes shopping and interior views
Bundaran Hi which includes a fountain, a city and a square or plaza

Popular places to visit

Grand Indonesia Shopping Mall featuring interior views and shopping

Grand Indonesia

4.5/5(32 reviews)

Shop at wide-ranging retail outlets, dine on local delicacies and enjoy family-friendly entertainment at this huge mall in downtown Jakarta.

Grand Indonesia
Bundaran Hi showing a city, a fountain and a skyscraper

Bundaran HI

3.5/5(3 reviews)

In the heart of downtown Jakarta is this grand monument, which symbolizes the city’s openness in welcoming visitors from home and abroad.

Bundaran HI
National Monument Monas. Merdeka Square, Jakarta, Indonesia

Plaza Indonesia

4.5/5(30 reviews)

During your trip to Jakarta, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Plaza Indonesia. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its spas.

Plaza Indonesia
Istiqlal Mosque, or Masjid Istiqlal,

Pasar Baru

3.5/5(15 reviews)

During your visit to Jakarta, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pasar Baru. Visit the area's monuments or simply enjoy its cafes.

Pasar Baru
Istiqlal Mosque featuring modern architecture, interior views and heritage architecture

Istiqlal Mosque

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Mingle with the thousands of worshippers who come to pray at this modern mosque, which is one of the largest in Southeast Asia.

Istiqlal Mosque
National Monument showing a monument and night scenes

National Monument

4/5(21 reviews)

Standing high above the city skyline, this giant sculpture boasts superb views and some of the most important documents in Indonesia’s history.

National Monument

Things to do

Airalo Asia e-Sim Package

eSIM: Airalo Asia e-Sim Package

Rp622.340
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Asia e-Sim Package
Plaza Premium Lounge at Soekarno–Hatta Int Airport

Plaza Premium Lounge at Soekarno–Hatta Int Airport (CGK)

Rp792.222
per adult
Plaza Premium Lounge at Soekarno–Hatta Int Airport (CGK)
Indonesia National Museum

Indonesia National Museum

Rp64.333
per adult
Indonesia National Museum
By Kiran Transportation

Private Tour Ragunan Zoo, natural life of animals

Rp1.466.368
per adult
Private Tour Ragunan Zoo, natural life of animals
Picture 2 for Activity Jakarta: Private Car Charter with Driver

Jakarta: Private Car Charter with Driver

Rp1.450.000
per traveller
Jakarta: Private Car Charter with Driver
Full Day Indonesia in Miniature Park Tour

Full Day Indonesia in Miniature Park Tour (TMII)

Rp3.081.250
per traveller
Full Day Indonesia in Miniature Park Tour (TMII)
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Top hotels in Central Jakarta

Grand Hyatt Jakarta

Grand Hyatt Jakarta

5 out of 5
Jalan M.H. Thamrin, Kav. 28-30 Jakarta Jakarta
The price is Rp2.289.832 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
Rp2.289.832
Rp2.770.696 total
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (453 reviews)
Excellent stay

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Grand Hyatt Jakarta
Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta

Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta

5 out of 5
Jalan MH Thamrin Jakarta Jakarta
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.070.000 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
Rp2.070.000
Rp2.504.700 total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (604 reviews)
Good service good location

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta
Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta

Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta

5 out of 5
Jl. MH Thamrin 1 Jakarta Jakarta
The price is Rp2.125.000 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
Rp2.125.000
Rp2.571.250 total
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (537 reviews)
Best hotel ever

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta
Ashley Tang Menteng Jakarta

Ashley Tang Menteng Jakarta

4 out of 5
34 Jalan Haji Agus Salim Jakarta Special Capital Region of Jakarta
The price is Rp837.371 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
Rp837.371
Rp1.013.219 total
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (133 reviews)
Highly recommend! Top service. Will stay again in Ashley Tang.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Ashley Tang Menteng Jakarta
ibis budget Jakarta Cikini

ibis budget Jakarta Cikini

3 out of 5
Jalan Cikini Raya No 75 Jakarta
The price is Rp281.385 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp281.385
Rp325.000 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Grand Indonesia and Thamrin City Shopping ...
7.4/10 Good! (95 reviews)
Poor Hygiene
Cockroaches all over the room.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2025

ibis budget Jakarta Cikini
Grand Mercure Jakarta Kemayoran

Grand Mercure Jakarta Kemayoran

5 out of 5
Jl H Benyamin Sueb Kav B-6 Jakarta Central Jakarta
The price is Rp1.017.087 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
Rp1.017.087
Rp1.230.676 total
21 Feb - 22 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Grand Indonesia and Thamrin City Shopping Mall ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (479 reviews)
Everything great

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Grand Mercure Jakarta Kemayoran
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Jakarta

Jakarta

Gondangdia

While you're in Gondangdia, take in top sights like Sarinah Mall and jump on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station to see more of the city.

Gondangdia
Menteng which includes modern architecture

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.

Menteng
Istiqlal Mosque which includes modern architecture and a square or plaza

Gambir

Monuments, museums and shopping are some highlights of Gambir. Make a stop by Merdeka Palace or National Monument while you're exploring.

Gambir
Day Traffic at Sudirman Street

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.

Setiabudi
Aerial view of Jakarta cityscape

Kuningan

Kuningan is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Kuningan City Mall and Ambassador Mall while in the area.

Kuningan
jardin de taman sari

Taman Sari

Shopping, historical sites and spas are some highlights of Taman Sari. Make a stop by Mangga Dua Square or Pasar Baru while you're exploring.

Taman Sari

Central Jakarta Travel Guide