Tambora Travel Guide
Jakarta
Popular places to visit
Jakarta History Museum
Indonesia’s rich history and one of the country’s finest examples of Dutch colonial architecture combine in this fascinating museum.
Museum Bank Indonesia
Take a fascinating tour of Indonesian history from a financial and trade viewpoint via this museum’s interactive and multimedia exhibits.
Taman Fatahillah
Spend some time in a lively city square that is bordered by old colonial buildings that house history, art and puppetry museums.
Museum of Fine Arts and Ceramics
Find works by acclaimed Indonesian artists, displays of rare ceramics and Majapahit Empire terracotta pieces housed in an elegant colonial-era palace.
Grand Indonesia
Shop at wide-ranging retail outlets, dine on local delicacies and enjoy family-friendly entertainment at this huge mall in downtown Jakarta.
Blok M Square
During your trip to Jakarta, you can enjoy retail therapy at Blok M Square. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its spas.
Things to do
Dunia Fantasi at Ancol for Non-Indonesian
Plaza Premium Lounge at Soekarno–Hatta Int Airport (CGK)
Jakarta: Private Car Charter with Driver
Full Day Indonesia in Miniature Park Tour (TMII)
Top hotels in Tambora
Holiday Inn & Suites Jakarta Gajah Mada by IHG
The room is spacious, the staffs are hospitable, caring. The breakfast buffet located in tge 3rs floor is amazing. The Cheff, Mr. Jimmy and his team showed tremendous hospitality, attentive and highly motivated in serving guests. Mr Jimmy is one of world good leader I have noticed so far. The variety ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Mercure Jakarta Gatot Subroto
Grand Hyatt Jakarta
Excellent stay
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Somerset Grand Citra Jakarta
Awesome place to spend with your family and friends
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
ibis budget Jakarta Cikini
The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Mega Kuningan
Excellent service. Great eggs Benedict!! Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tambora
Mangga Besar
Bars and shopping are notable features of Mangga Besar. You might consider stopping by Plaza Glodok while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Grogol
Shopping, art galleries and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Grogol. Check out Mal Ciputra Mall or Central Park Mall while you're exploring the area.
Old Jakarta
Theme parks, shopping and cafes are some highlights of Old Jakarta. Make a stop by Jakarta History Museum or Mangga Dua Square while you're exploring.
Gambir
Monuments, museums and shopping are some highlights of Gambir. Make a stop by Merdeka Palace or National Monument while you're exploring.
Central Jakarta
Central Jakarta is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Sarinah Mall and National Monument, and you can get around town on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station.
