Semarang Old Town Travel Guide

Semarang

Popular places to visit

Kota Lama Semarang

You can find out about the history of Semarang Utara with a visit to Kota Lama Semarang. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Kota Lama Semarang

Blenduk Church

Blenduk Church is just one of the places to see in Semarang Utara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Blenduk Church

Simpang Lima Park

Explore the great outdoors at Simpang Lima Park, a lovely green space in Semarang. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Simpang Lima Park

Diponegoro University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Diponegoro University during your travels in Tembalang. While you're in the area, wander around Chinatown.

Diponegoro University

Paragon City Mall Semarang

During your visit to Semarang, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Paragon City Mall Semarang. Amble around the area's marina or visit its temples.

Paragon City Mall Semarang

Lawang Sewu

You can learn about the history of Semarang with a visit to Lawang Sewu. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Lawang Sewu

Things to do

From Semarang port: Borobudur Temple excursion - Cruise Ship Traveler

From Semarang port: Borobudur Temple excursion - Cruise Ship Traveler

Rp3.579.840
per adult
From Semarang port: Borobudur Temple excursion - Cruise Ship Traveler
Semarang: Dive into City's Charms with a Personal Guide

Semarang: Dive into City's Charms with a Personal Guide

Rp2.000.000
per adult
Semarang: Dive into City's Charms with a Personal Guide
semarang excursion tour

Semarang Private City Tour

Rp1.627.200
per adult
Semarang Private City Tour
Borobudur Private Tour From Semarang Port

Borobudur Private Tour From Semarang Port

Rp2.522.160
per adult
Borobudur Private Tour From Semarang Port
From Semarang Port: Explore Borobudur Temple

From Semarang Port: Borobudur Temple (guaranteed tickets)

Rp3.000.000
per adult
From Semarang Port: Borobudur Temple (guaranteed tickets)
Semarang: Private Car Charter with Driver

Semarang: Private Car Charter with Driver

Rp1.799.999
per traveller
Semarang: Private Car Charter with Driver
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Top hotels in Semarang Old Town

Ibis Styles Semarang Simpang Lima

Ibis Styles Semarang Simpang Lima

3 out of 5
JALAN PAHLAWAN NO 2-2A, SIMPANG LIMA, Semarang
The price is Rp442.425 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
Rp442.425
Rp535.335 total
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Semarang. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Simpang Lima Park and Indonesia ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)
"Quite comfortable stay except room is a bit small"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025

Ibis Styles Semarang Simpang Lima
Ibis Budget Semarang Tendean

Ibis Budget Semarang Tendean

2 out of 5
Jl Kap Pierre Tendean 21, Semarang, Central Java
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp214.217 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
Rp214.217
Rp247.421 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Semarang. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Paragon City Mall Semarang and DP Mall Semarang ...
7.8/10 Good! (66 reviews)
"Love it so much stay here"

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2024

Ibis Budget Semarang Tendean
Novotel Semarang

Novotel Semarang

4 out of 5
Jalan Pemuda 123, Semarang, Central Java
The price is Rp550.182 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp550.182
Rp665.720 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Semarang. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Paragon City Mall Semarang and Mesjid Besar ...
7.8/10 Good! (158 reviews)
"Convenient location. Good service."

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025

Novotel Semarang
Hotel Ciputra Semarang managed by Swiss-Belhotel International

Hotel Ciputra Semarang managed by Swiss-Belhotel International

4 out of 5
Jalan Simpang Lima, Semarang, Central Java
The price is Rp577.066 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
Rp577.066
Rp698.251 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Semarang. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Ciputra Mall Semarang and Simpang Lima ...
8/10 Very Good! (175 reviews)
Great Stay in Semarang
"The property is a bit old, however there are benefits with older ones. Room was larger than newer hotels, but most importantly it was clean, staff were very polite and friendly, and the location is best. The lobby was also spacious and very welcoming."

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2025

Hotel Ciputra Semarang managed by Swiss-Belhotel International
ibis Semarang Simpang Lima

ibis Semarang Simpang Lima

3 out of 5
Jalan Gajah Mada 172, Semarang, Central Java
The price is Rp330.579 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
Rp330.579
Rp400.001 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Semarang. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Ciputra Mall Semarang ...
7.6/10 Good! (96 reviews)
"THE PROPERTY IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION AND THE ROOM WAS VERY GOOD...VERY FRIENDLY AND ATTENTIVE STAFF...GREAT CENTRALIZED LOCATION...VERY GOOD BREAKFAST BUFFET!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

ibis Semarang Simpang Lima
DS Residences Layur

DS Residences Layur

1 out of 5
JL. Layur 115, Semarang
The price is Rp99.174 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
Rp99.174
Rp120.000 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Semarang. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions PT. Perkebunan XV Building and Old Semarang Post ...
"Pas cher du tout et lit propre. Le personnel est très accueillant"

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2018

DS Residences Layur
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Other neighbourhoods around Semarang Old Town

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Dadapsari

4/5(1 area review)

When in Dadapsari, you can plan a visit to Kota Lama Semarang and Paragon City Mall Semarang, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Dadapsari
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Chinatown

While there might not be top attractions in Chinatown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kota Lama Semarang and Paragon City Mall Semarang.

Chinatown
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West Semarang

While there might not be top attractions in West Semarang, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lawang Sewu and DP Mall Semarang.

West Semarang
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Candisari

While there might not be top attractions in Candisari, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Simpang Lima Park and Ciputra Mall Semarang.

Candisari
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Banyumanik

If you're spending some time in Banyumanik, Transmart Setiabudi Semarang and Pagoda Avalokitesvara are top sights worth seeing.

Banyumanik

Semarang Old Town Travel Guide