Jakarta, Indonesia

Jakarta Travel Guide

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Local name: Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta Founded: 22 June 1527 (497 years ago)Settled: 22 June 1527City rights: 1621 (403 years ago)Population: 8.54 mil. (2019)Area: 255.6 mi²Elevation: 36 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 6°10'47"S, 106°49'19"E
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Region: JakartaIndonesia

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Jakarta Attractions - What to See and Explore

Jakarta offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Jakarta History Museum, Senayan City, National Museum, Taman Mini Indonesia Indah. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Things to See and Do in Jakarta by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Jakarta.

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    Senayan City

    Jakarta Pusat
    ShoppingShopping centreChurchTanah Abang
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    Pluit Junction

    Jakarta Utara
    ShoppingShopping centreBuildingPenjaringan
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    Ratu Plaza

    Jakarta Pusat
    ShoppingShopping centreBuildingTanah Abang
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    Museum Bank Mandiri

    Jakarta BaratMuseum on the history of banking
    MuseumHistory museumTaman Sari
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    Immanuel Church

    Jakarta Pusat
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Jakarta – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Jakarta, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Bogor Botanical Gardens (Bogor), Bogor Palace (Bogor), Istana Cipanas (Puncak).

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  • istana cipanas puncak41 milesS
  • cibodas botanical garden puncak41 milesS
  • taman safari puncak38 milesS

Best Time To Visit Jakarta

Learn when is the best time to travel to Jakarta weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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June, July and December are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April.

Average temperatures in °F

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The air temperature in this location remains at a similar level throughout the year.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in July and September. Most of it rains in January.

Length of day in hours

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The length of the day varies only slightly throughout the year. The difference between the longest and the shortest day is 0 hr and 43 min.

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Cuisine

A guide to some of the best local dishes and drinks that you will meet in the region.

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Famous works of special cultural and artistic value related to this location.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Jakarta?

What is the best time to visit Jakarta?

June, July and December are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April. The air temperature in this location remains at a similar level throughout the year.

Where to next? Visit jakarta Region: Jakarta region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Indonesia.