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 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.
Museum Bank Indonesia
Take a fascinating tour of Indonesian history from a financial and trade viewpoint via this museum’s interactive and multimedia exhibits.
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.
Petak Sembilan Street Market
Learn about the local history of Jakarta with a stop at Petak Sembilan Street Market. Visit the spas and shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Halfday Excursion Old city Batavia with Lunch and Souvenir
Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street
Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food
Jakarta Half Day Private Tour ( 5 hours or less )
Top hotels in Tambora
Holiday Inn & Suites Jakarta Gajah Mada by IHG
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025
Artotel Gelora Senayan Jakarta
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2025
Grand Tjokro Jakarta
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2024
Shangri-La Jakarta
Fairfield By Marriott Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Airport
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 Central Park Mall or Taman Anggrek Mall while you're exploring the area.
Gambir
Monuments, museums and shopping are some highlights of Gambir. Make a stop by Merdeka Palace or Istiqlal Mosque while you're exploring.
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.
Ancol
Unique features of Ancol include the seaside views and restaurants. Make a stop by Dunia Fantasi or Allianz Ecopark Ancol while you're exploring the area.