Tambora Travel Guide
Jakarta
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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.
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 Bank Indonesia
Take a fascinating tour of Indonesian history from a financial and trade viewpoint via this museum’s interactive and multimedia exhibits.
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.
Pancoran Chinatown Point
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pancoran Chinatown Point during your stay in Jakarta. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Museum Sejarah Jakarta
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum Sejarah Jakarta during your travels in Jakarta. Visit the shops and spas in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food
Jakarta: Full-Day Highlights Tour
Jakarta Cultural Day | Multilingual Guide
Dunia Fantasi at Ancol for Non-Indonesian
From Jakarta : Explore Krakatau Volcano Tour
Top hotels in Tambora
Holiday Inn & Suites Jakarta Gajah Mada by IHG
"Staff is nice and helpful. Breakfast has many choices. Only wish the swimming pool area is non smoking."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Anara Airport Hotel
"good"
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta
"Friendly staff, very helpful and kind. Always smiling and accommodating. Will try their best to speak to you despite some language barrier . Breakfast was fantastic with an array of local and international cuisine. Club lounge was adequate but was better at other MOs. Overall great hotel with fantastic ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Pan Pacific Jakarta
"Very impressed with he concierge service, as well as the room service. The staffs are all extremely friendly, the facilities are all very well kept, finally a global brand hotel with Netflix and YouTube! No more compulsory hotel channels to watch!"
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Shangri-La Jakarta
"The service was just top notch. One of the best I've ever been to."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Jakarta
"Had another wonderful stay at Park Royal overall. The service staff, from the doormen to the front desk and call centre team, were courteous and helpful throughout our stay. There are a few areas where the hotel could improve its operational processes: 1. Prior to check-in, we requested an additional ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Tambora
Central Jakarta
Central Jakarta is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Grand Indonesia and Jaksa Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station.
East Jakarta
East Jakarta is well liked for its museums and parks. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and Jakarta International Velodrome are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Velodrome LRT Station or Ciliwung Station to get around.
Gambir
Monuments, museums and shopping are some highlights of Gambir. Make a stop by Merdeka Palace or National Monument while you're exploring.
Binong
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Binong. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Supermal Karawaci and Summarecon Mall Serpong are a few top places to visit.
Pantai Indah Kapuk
While visiting Pantai Indah Kapuk, you might make a stop by sights like By The Sea PIK Shopping Center and Pantjoran Chinatown PIK.
