Central Jakarta Travel Guide

Jakarta

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A multi-level shopping mall with escalators, seating areas, and a central atrium with a digital display.

Grand Indonesia

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

Ancol Entrance Gate

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Ancol Entrance Gate
Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food

Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food

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100% of travellers recommend
Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food
Jakarta: Full-Day Highlights Tour

Jakarta: Full-Day Highlights Tour

Rp1.790.000
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88% of travellers recommend
Jakarta: Full-Day Highlights Tour
Jakarta Cultural Day | Multilingual Guide

Jakarta Cultural Day | Multilingual Guide

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Jakarta Cultural Day | Multilingual Guide
Dunia Fantasi at Ancol for Non-Indonesian

Dunia Fantasi at Ancol

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Dunia Fantasi at Ancol
Picture 3 for Activity From Jakarta : Explore Krakatau Volcano Tour

From Jakarta : Explore Krakatau Volcano Tour

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From Jakarta : Explore Krakatau Volcano Tour
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Where to stay in Central Jakarta

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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.

A cityscape with tall buildings, including a Grand Hyatt hotel, a red and blue bus, and a pedestrian bridge over a water feature.

Sudirman Central Business District

You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in Sudirman Central Business District. You might want to make time for a stop at Pacific Place or ASHTA District 8.

A large, modern building with a dome and a clock tower, surrounded by a spacious courtyard with patterned walls.

Gambir

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

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a busy multi-lane road, and lush greenery along the sidewalks.

Setiabudi

Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Setiabudi. Top attractions like Pasar Festival and Kuningan City 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.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a distinctive curved building with a glass facade and a tall building with a pointed top.

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.

Central Jakarta Travel Guide