West Semarang Travel Guide
Semarang
Visit West Semarang
Popular places to visit
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.
Sam Poo Kong
Learn about the local history of Semarang when you spend time at Sam Poo Kong. Amble around the area's marina or experience its festivals.
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.
Great Mosque of Central Java
Great Mosque of Central Java is just one of the places to see in Semarang, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the marina or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Ciputra Mall Semarang
During your trip to Semarang, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ciputra Mall Semarang. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's festivals.
DP Mall Semarang
You can search for that perfect souvenir at DP Mall Semarang during your stay in Semarang. While you're in the area, wander around Chinatown.
Things to do
Semarang Port: Borobudur 6-Hour Trip (Port Return Guarantee)
From Yogyakarta: Gedong Songo Temple & Coffee Plantation Tour
Top hotels in West Semarang
Front One Boutique Tugu Muda Semarang
The Azana Hotel Airport Semarang
Hotel Youstay Semarang By Sinergi
"Hotel yang belom setahun beroperasi, proses check in n check out yang cepat dan tidak berbelit2. Kamar tidur yang nyaman, cuma sayang bantalnya masih kurang tebal. Kamar mandi bersih dan tekanan air panas kuat. Colokan yang kurang banyak."
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2021
Padma Hotel Semarang
Holiday Inn Express Semarang Simpang Lima by IHG
"Aircon was cool and clean when days outside is hot and humid. The gym is clean - had treadmill and weights. Breakfast was wide but generally same dishes every day."
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Somerset Queen City Semarang
"The room was tidy and cozy."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Where to stay in West Semarang
Banyumanik
If you're spending some time in Banyumanik, Transmart Setiabudi Semarang and Pagoda Avalokitesvara are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Dadapsari
When in Dadapsari, you can plan a visit to Kota Lama Semarang and Marabunta Building, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Chinatown
While there might not be top attractions in Chinatown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kota Lama Semarang and Ciputra Mall Semarang.
Semarang Old Town
Semarang Old Town is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kota Lama Semarang and Semarang Contemporary Art Gallery.
