Visit Central Jakarta: Best of Central Jakarta, Jakarta Travel 2025

Popular places to visit

Grand Indonesia

Shop at wide-ranging retail outlets, dine on local delicacies and enjoy family-friendly entertainment at this huge mall in downtown Jakarta.

Bundaran HI

In the heart of downtown Jakarta is this grand monument, which symbolizes the city’s openness in welcoming visitors from home and abroad.

National Monument

Standing high above the city skyline, this giant sculpture boasts superb views and some of the most important documents in Indonesia’s history.

Istiqlal Mosque

Mingle with the thousands of worshippers who come to pray at this modern mosque, which is one of the largest in Southeast Asia.

Jakarta Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture

Pasar Baru

During your visit to Jakarta, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pasar Baru. Visit the area's monuments or simply enjoy its cafes.

Presidential Palace which includes heritage architecture, an administrative building and a castle

Merdeka Palace

Indonesia’s most important political site is also home to an assortment of stunning artwork and architecture.

Things to do

Best of Lombok: Tribe Villages, Traditions & Waterfalls

HK$1,245

per adult

Private FullDay Jakarta Wonderfull Tour with Lunch & Souvenir

HK$1,050

per adult

Private Jakarta Guided City Tour with Batavia Café and Dinner

Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street

HK$778

per adult

Bebek Bengil Restaurant Plaza Indonesia

HK$78

per traveller

Bebek Bengil Restaurant PIK Jakarta

HK$63

per traveller

Private Tour Ragunan Zoo, natural life of animals

HK$678

per adult

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Other neighbourhoods around Central Jakarta

Gondangdia

While you're in Gondangdia, take in top sights like Jaksa Street and jump on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station to see more of the city.

Menteng

Discover Menteng, memorable for its monuments. Popular attractions in Menteng include Bundaran HI and Jaksa Street, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station.

Istiqlal Mosque showing modern architecture and a square or plaza

Gambir

Monuments, museums and shopping are some highlights of Gambir. Make a stop by Merdeka Palace or National Monument while you're exploring.

Setiabudi

Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Setiabudi. Top attractions like Kuningan City Mall and Lotte Shopping Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bendungan Hilir MRT Station or Bendungan Hilir Station to see more of the city.

Kuningan

Kuningan is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Kuningan City Mall and Lotte Shopping Avenue while in the area.

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.

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