Central Jakarta Travel Guide
Jakarta
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Popular places to visit
Grand Indonesia
Shop at wide-ranging retail outlets, dine on local delicacies and enjoy family-friendly entertainment at this huge mall in downtown Jakarta.
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.
Plaza Indonesia
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.
Pasar Baru
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.
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
Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food
Jakarta Cultural Day | Multilingual Guide
Jakarta: Full-Day Highlights Tour
Dunia Fantasi at Ancol for Non-Indonesian
Jakarta Luxury Tours, your best friend in travelling.
Top hotels in Central Jakarta
Grand Hyatt Jakarta
staff very helpfully and friendly thank you
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta
Surprised to find a walkway underneath the hotel and the free tour was very interesting
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta
ibis budget Jakarta Cikini
DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta - Diponegoro
My favourite hotel in Jakarta
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Ascott Jakarta
Yes, very good
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central 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.
Menteng
Discover Menteng, memorable for its monuments. Popular attractions in Menteng include Ismail Marzuki Park and Bundaran HI, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station.
Gambir
Monuments, museums and shopping are some highlights of Gambir. Make a stop by Merdeka Palace or Merdeka Square 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.
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.
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.
