Top Attractions in Jakarta, Indonesia, Things to do

Indonesia is a country which made a reputation in tourism and easily it named mentioned in the

global tourism sector. Very rich in heritage the country has many tourist attractions in its every island. The capital city of Indonesia is known as Jakarta located in one of its island. Jakarta Indonesia is the most popular city in Indonesia and you can find too many attractions in this burning hot city. The city has highly modernized culture, and also rich in five star hotels, famous restaurants, busiest shopping centers, bars, modern skyscrapers, and dancing clubs.

Brilliant View of Jakarta City

Tourists can reach Jakarta city by air and its own international airport is the main entrance of this paradise. Its bay contains on many small islands which cut you off from city’s life and give you some freshness and calm atmosphere, the cool breeze and sunny weather are the other attractions at the beaches of the group of the islands.

When we study the Jakarta’s history, we see that the roots of the city are connected back to 14^th century, when Jakarta was the main harbor port of the Java the Kingdom of Pajajaran, Java’s last Hindu Kingdom. A Muslim ruler named Fatahilklah conquered the city, as many of Asian countries and cities challenged and conquered by Muslims, and changed its name into Jayakarta or City of Victory in June 1527. Later in early 1600 the city was ruled by Dutch for 300 years. It remained their central Southeast Asian post in that era. After a freedom struggle on August 1945 the Indonesian claimed their independence.

Skyscrapers of Indonesia

Today Jakarta is the main gateway to Indonesia and welcomes millions of visitors annually who further travel to Bali, Lombok, or other popular historic site to spend vacations. There are numerous tourist attractions some of the top we will share with you. The list is below

Immanuel Church

Let’s start with a historic baroque style church built around seventeenth century known as Immanuel Church. The most popular attraction, the church is equipped with a 400 years old organ. The old paintings in the church also hold the attention of the visitors.

The National Monument

The National Monument (Monas or Monumen Nasional) is a 132 meter tall obelisk located in the center of Merdeka Square (the central park) also an icon of the city and a symbol of the struggle of Indonesia. Taking picture or selfie with Monas or as a background is the most popular hobby among visitors. People can find The National History Museum in the area around Monas, give much literature to learn the Indonesian history. Both museum and monument are open daily from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm throughout the week except for the last Monday of each month when the monument is closed. A tip for everyone “watching monument in the evening is stunning”.

National museum Indonesia

Gedung Kesensian Arts Theater Jakarta Indonesia

Wandering in Old Town also known as Old Batavia and watching its old and not well preserved building feel that you are in old age but the Old Town has a very strong historical value. There are many museums around the Old Batavia. Jakarta has a rich history, so you will find many museums within the city. Each of them has different variety of artifacts. Must visit some of them to explore and learn some history of Indonesia. In these museums The History Museum, Puppet Museum, Fine Art and Ceramic Museum, Wayang Museum, Bank Mandiri Museum, and Maritime Museum are the most popular.

Jakarta Beach

The Indonesian beaches along-with Jakarta Bay offer some fun under sunny weather on golden sand. Swimming in crystal clear water of sea, ride on a horse, surf along the blowing oceanic waves, fly a kite in strong beach winds, scuba diving and snorkeling are the major tourist attractions on these beaches of Indonesia.

A trip to National Park Jakarta and meet some of the rare wild animals such as bears, tigers, and rhinoceros. In the forests you will meet a beautiful ecosystem of unique species of animals, birds, and plants living there.

Accommodation in Jakarta is no problem. The city is providing some world class accommodation for its visitors. There are five star resorts, hotels, quality restaurants, and lodges. Clubs and bars in Jakarta remain open till late in night. Hotels in Jakarta offer some unique and delicious dishes.

Shopping in Jakarta is not easy. You have too many options there. The grand stores are full of variety that you want. For cheap shopping visit to Pasar Baru, a pedestrian friendly street, you will find many locals and family running their business. Shirts and dresses of old fashion, belts, jackets, and watches at very low prices are available there.  

Taman Mini Indonesia

It becomes a long list of things to do in Indonesia and its major attractions. Still the list is incomplete there is a lot more other interesting stuff to do in and around the city. A day for full fun is not enough. 

Tour Indonesia, and find reasons to travel

Indonesia is a popular tourist destination, with the collection of over 17,000 separated islands so you can say the world largest archipelago, located on the southern tail of Thailand to western shores of Australia. The most populous Muslim majority country has the population of over 255 million heads. Indonesia containing on 34 provinces and its capital name is Jakarta. One more interesting fact about Indonesia is that the country has the world’s second largest tropical rain forest. The official language is called as Bahasa Indonesian, the only language of all islands.

Prambanan Temple

Six thousands of Indonesian islands are inhabited with different culture of Hindu, Buddhist, and Muslim faiths, including some magnificent Mosques and temples. The major attraction of the country is its lush jungle canopy. A trip to these forests will be unforgettable experience for you. On the other hand, Indonesian beaches and crystal clear water are also popular among visitors. The volcanic sea mounts, deep water trenches, snorkeling, swimming, and scuba diving are particularly enjoyable.

Denpasar in Bali and Jakarta in Java are the major cities where most of the tourists arrive via international flights. The other small islands are connected each other with sea routs and by air. A tour in ferry boat to get from one to other island is unforgettable. The people in Indonesia are not rude when dealing but mostly friendly. And the official currency is called as rupiah (IDR). Money exchange is no problem in Indonesia.

Celebrating some Hindu festival at Prambanan and Borobudur temples are popular for cultural tourism. In Borneo, you will find some rare and special animals in its jungles. It is great to spend some time in Bunaken National Marine Park which claims a variety of over 3,500 fish species living in Indonesian waters.

Tana Toraja

In urban areas tourists look busy in activities of shopping and sightseeing. The nightlife, five stars luxury resorts and spas, cheap and luxury hotels, the modern amusement parks, and honeymoon getaways are some of many reasons which pull the tourists to Indonesian big cities, where Jakarta is standing in front of all and remains the shopping hub of the country, which has numerous famous and modern shopping malls and traditional markets. While Bali in Denpasar is famous for highly developed arts such as traditional and modern dance, painting, music and also known for leather and metalworking.   

A tip for tourists should learn a small amount of the official language of Indonesia before or after reaching on the islands. The famous palm trees, beautiful beaches make Indonesian tour at top.  

 Bali Temple

 Mountains in Indonesia

  Scuba Diving

 Raja Ampat in Indonesia

 Indonesian Map

 Mountains in Indonesia

List Of Travel Destinations In Bali

Here are list of travel destinations in Bali. 
Don't forget to find cheap rates for hotel for your holiday. Make sure you bargain hotel prices to get low hotel rate.

Indonesia has many islands consists of many beautiful spot for travelling. Bali is one of them.

Bali lies between Java and Lombok. The provincial capital Denpasar Bali is located in the southern part of the island. The majority of Balinese is Hinduism. Bali is known as a tourist destination with a unique variety of art and culture, especially for the Japanese and Australian tourists. 

Bali is a very beautiful place. Bali Province region also comprises the islands which are smaller in the vicinity, namely the island of Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Ceningan and Serangan Island. 

Bali is also known as the island of thousand temples. and the following is a list of tourist spots in Bali you can visit:

1. Ubud

  

The village cluster of Ubud is the ideal place to try a famed Balinese massage and soak up the ambiance of one of Asia’s top spa destinations. Acupressure, reflexology, stretching and aromatherapy star in the island's distinctively firm massage treatments. Ubud is also the vivacious center of Bali’s arts scene, home to a small treasure trove of museums and galleries. Monkey around at nearby nature reserve Monkey Forest Park, home to hundreds of mischievous long-tailed macaques. Don’t miss the valley of tomb cloisters at Gunung Kawi.

2. GWK (Garuda Wisnu Kencana)

Mandala Garuda Wisnu Kencana, or Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK), is a ± 60 ha area of cultural park located in Ungasan, Badung Regency or about 10–15 minutes driving from Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport. It is devoted to the Hindu God Vishnu, and his mount, Garuda, the mythical bird who become his companion

3. Tanjung Benoa

Tanjung Benoa beach sits north of the Nusa Dua enclave of resorts - sort of a more affordable neighborhood within tee-off range of the famous (or infamous, depending on your perspective) gated property that houses some of the most exclusive names in the resort business.

4. Kuta

With a long broad Indian Ocean beach-front, Kuta was originally discovered by tourists as a surfing paradise.

It has long been a popular stop on the classic backpacking route in South East Asia. Back in the 1980s they used to talk about the three Ks: Katmandu in Nepal, Khao San Road in Bangkok and Kuta. Today Kuta still attracts some hardcore backpackers as well as families and tourists from all over the world, and is most notably a playground for young visitors from Australia.

Due to the ever increasing popularity of Bali, Kuta is continually developing, and is not short of unsightly, poorly planned buildings. It can come across at times to be chaotic, overcrowded and congested. However, amongst all the mayhem this place somehow works, and hundreds of thousands of visitors enjoy their time in Kuta every year.

5. Pandava Beach

Pandavas beach is a very beautiful beach. This beach is located in the province of Bali. To achieve the Pandavas Beach, can be reached for approximately 2 hours from the capital of Indonesia, Jakarta by plane. Access to the Tanah Lot Beach can be reached using the road, using a car, motorcycle, or bus group. Characteristic of the Pandavas Beach in Bali this is the figure sculpture Five Pandavas of the epic Mahabharata and the waves are not too big. This makes it possible to perform game paddle raft on the shore.

6. Legian

Legian Beach is probably the second most popular area with visitors after Kuta because of its close association with beach life and its parties. Indeed, one of Legian’s main attractions is its extravagant nightlife. Another attraction is the white sandy beach filled with tanned wannabe celebrities.

For first timers, Legian is just like another Kuta but give yourself a day, and an evening walk along the famous Double Six Beach, and a night in a cosy club, then you decide what you’ll do with the rest of your vacation. As its name suggests, literally 'sweet' in Balinese, Legian promises sweet memories of a Bali holiday.

7. Jimbaran Beach

Jimbaran Beach offers "dining on the beach," which is basically rows of open restaurants right on the sandy beach and is a wonderful activity after a day of exploring other places in Bali. Better yet, make sure you get there just before sunset. The dining place is so close to the water that you can feel the sea water on your feet, but far enough so that you don't feel like you go swimming while eating! :) When you dine, all you can see in front of you is the picturesque sunset. You hear the sound of waves breaking slowly and nocturnal creatures singing. When the sun is finally set, the horizon is lit up with the city lights of Denpasar and from afar you can see the planes coming in and out. The evening breeze is as cool as can be; you'll not be sorry.

8. Sanur

Sanur Beach, Bali's earliest beach resort, features a relaxed coastal ambiance. Located on the eastern side of the island's isthmus, it is the opposite of Kuta, both in characteristics and nuance. The former fishing village maintains most of its charm and continues to attract repeat visitors, mostly from Europe.

Among Bali’s first hotels and beachfront retreats, together with an eclectic mix of restaurants, shops and bars and an assortment of innovative and modern entertainment venues share the Sanur Beach coastline. Known for its laidback atmosphere, Sanur Beach maintains its wealth in arts and culture, making it an ideal destination to enjoy the best of both eras, classic and contemporary.

9. Nusa Dua

Nusa Dua is a hotbed of luxurious accommodations, golf resorts, fine dining and R&R. Surfing and diving are popular activities for more active visitors to this beach destination. Trek up the many steps to Mother Temple Besakih and combine sight-seeing with muscle toning. An array of spas, galleries and boutiques await those who prefer less exertion. Local Barong performances can be admired at Batubulan.

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     10. Sukawati Market

Sukawati Art Market, referred to locally as 'Pasar Seni Sukawati', is Bali’s most distinguished and long-standing art market. It is where visitors can seek and purchase distinctively Balinese art items such as paintings and sculpted wooden figures, curios, handicrafts and traditional handmade products. The two-storey Sukawati Art Market was established in the 80s and is located on the Jalan Raya Sukawati main road in Gianyar, approximately 20km northeast from the main tourism hubs of Kuta and Denpasar.

11. Lovina Beach

Nestled on the beach, between the Bedugul mountain range and the Bali sea, this tropical island gem is surrounded by various attractions. Dolphin watching, trekking to waterfalls, hot springs and diving or snorkelling around Menjangan island, home to the best preserved coral reef in Bali. Just two and half hours drive from the hustle and bustle of the busy tourist areas in the south, you will enjoy a relaxing Bali holiday.

Lovina, the way Bali was meant to be.

12. Joger Clothing Store

One of the souvenirs that are not abandoned during a appointment to Bali was visited Joger Words Factory amid in Kuta, Bali. A abode affairs souvenirs such as t-shirts and assorted added souvenirs.

For the sake of remembering the good Mr. Gerhard Seeger who provide funds amounting to U.S. $ 20,000 as a wedding gift Wulianadi Joseph Theodorus. Joger name (letter E was read as "E" in call "Enak" or "Economic") it is a merger between the 2-letter first name Joseph Theodorus Wulianadi by 3 letter first name Mr. Gerhard Seeger, in which in addition is completely new sounds (Source: jogerjelek.com).

13. Seminyak Square

A Shopping And Dining Complex In Seminyak

Seminyak Square provides a convenient stopover on your tours around Seminyak, located on the famous Jalan Kayu Aya, where you'll find a large arcade with two levels lined with shops, restaurants and cafés. At ground level, an open-air art market welcomes you after a large parking space.

Seminyak Square also features sports and fashion outlets, a batik store and a leading bookshop, as well as a children's, souvenir and jewellery outlets. These come together to provide a full shopping experience under one roof, while food outlets such as Bali Bakery, Casa Gourmet and others offer a large variety of Eastern and Western cuisine.

14. Bedugul Botanical Garden

Bedugul is a mountain lake resort area in Bali, Indonesia, located in the centre-north region of the island near Lake Bratan on the road between Denpasar and Singaraja. Bedugul is located in the Tabanan Regency at 48 kilometres (30 mi) north of the city of Denpasar. Other nearby lakes are Lake Buyan, and Lake Tamblingan.

Bedugul enjoys a mild mountain weather due to its location at an altitude of about 1,500 metres (4,900 ft) above the sea level.

15.Tanah Lot

Tanah Lot Temple is one of Bali’s most important landmarks, famed for its unique offshore setting and sunset backdrops. An ancient Hindu shrine perched on top of an outcrop amidst constantly crashing waves; Tanah Lot Temple is simply among Bali’s not-to-be-missed icons.

The onshore site is dotted with smaller shrines alongside visitors’ leisure facilities that comprise restaurants, shops and a cultural park presenting regular dance performances. The temple is located in the Beraban village of the Tabanan regency, an approximate 20km northwest of Kuta, and is included on most tours to Bali’s western and central regions.

In addition you can still find a lot of tourist attractions in Bali that is interesting to be a tourist destination with the family or those close to you. Vacation to Bali would be very nice if you go with a group or with your loved ones.

In Bali, you will find many beautiful beaches with panoramic scenes that are well known to foreign countries. Hope these spots on the list of tourist attractions in Bali might be useful. Search for cheap hotels and flight? Go to check this link. Welcome to the holiday island of Bali :)

Street Poppies Lane, its Central Backpackers Bali

Bali is an island that has an important role in terms of tourism in Indonesia. Not just a destination for domestic tourists, but here is like being abroad, many foreign tourists. Many say, a trip to Bali is expensive purse. Yes, but where would we be able to find a spot for cheaper travel. In Bali, Poppies Lane is the place.

Poppies Lane is the name of a street that connects Kuta and Legian. not far from Ngurah Rai, is only about 15 minutes from the airport by car more or less. Jalan Poppies Lane, also in a strategic location, the tourist center of Bali, the Kuta Beach. Poppies Lane, Kuta beach can be enjoyed just by walking for a few minutes. The moment of sunset at Kuta Beach is one of the charms that awaited if there is in Bali. Well, from Poppies Lane, do not worry to miss the moment.

Street Poppies Lane

If you come from Ngurah Rai Airport, you can take a taxi to get to Jalan Poppies Lane. Taxi from the airport, you can buy tickets at the ticket window at the exit of the arrival. Taxi is the official taxi airport that you can use even at night. So, loketnya open until the last plane. The price variation depends on a lot nearby. To Poppies Lane itself around Rp 50,000 - Rp 60,000.

There is another alternative, using regular taxis are metered and can be found at the exit of the airport. Are relatively cheap at around Rp 35,000 more or less. There is also a taxi with a black plate that cost should you bargain first to get the best price.

Jalan Poppies Lane is divided into two, namely Poppies Lane I and Poppies Lane II. Both are filled with lodging at affordable rates. The fares much below the price of USD 100,000. That is why the area has become a very popular area and recommended the backpackers who come in Bali.

Jalan Poppies Lane is a small street or alley which is roughly only fit one car entered in it. But, a few tips for those of you who like to stay in Poppies Lane area should not bring personal vehicles such as cars. This area is unbelievably crowded every time. In many roads passing pedestrians and two-wheeled vehicles. Well, to bali is more cool when renting a vehicle, to enter this area better choose two-wheel vehicle or motorcycle.

Still talking about this, you can choose the hotel that suits your budget. Usually recommended hotels in Mahendra Hotel in Poppies II, Arthawan, Two Dara, Cempaka, and so forth. To get the best inn in Poppies Lane there are several ways you can do, that a lot of searching for information and advice and also going in and out of the hotel to get the best price.

What can not book in advance? Could you, but average hotel would be booked from far-away days if you want to stay for at least 7 days in advance and put DP. As many cheap hotels in other cities, usually we have to come in person to ask about availability and price.

Stay at cheap hotels in Poppies Lane do berekspetasi more. Like the other cheap hotels, you will get a facility in accordance with the price you pay. Air under Rp 100,000 usually a fan, more than that there was air conditioning, bathroom, and some are already providing breakfast. Average room for 2 people with a choice of double bed or twin single beds. But the condition of hotels in Poppies Lane average clean and tidy really.

Some of you need to know more, Poppies Lane less fit for a family stay. Here too noisy or crowded. Each night, a lot of parties and night clubs squirm. For the convenience of the family better find hotels in other areas that are more quiet. In addition to cheap hotels, cafes or places to eat too many cafes mushrooming in the region. Includes delicious with cheap prices are also included. Mini market that provides a variety of needs as well as any vehicle rentals are easy to find in this area. There are already been to Poppies Lane?