Highlights of Jakarta City : Half-Day Tour All around Jakarta

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About this activity

Join us on this 4.5-hour tour to experience Jakarta's highlights, hosted by a local Indonesian guide who shares personal insights into the people, the landmarks, and the diverse and rich culture of one of the world's largest & most fascinating cities.

We will meet at the "MONAS IRTI" entry point to the National Monument of Indonesia. We'll then visit the top sights around the city, including:

*National Monument

*Car transport to Cathedral (15 min)

*Jakarta Cathedral, the largest Christian holy place in Indonesia

*Istiqlal Mosque, the largest mosque in Southeast Asia & world's 3rd largest

*Train ride to Old Town area (30 min)

*Kota Tua, the historical colonial square of Jakarta

*Local Indonesian Crafts & Arts

*Jakarta History Museum

*Car transport to Chinatown (15 min)

*Jakarta's Chinatown

*Local traditional markets with exotic flavors & refreshments

*Jakarta's Buddhist temple

We will finish at the entry to the Holiday Inn Jakarta Gajah Mada.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Fifi Firdiante

Ages: Children (2–14 years) · Adults (15–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: All Fees and Taxes

Not included

Not included: Optional) Museum Historical Jakarta old town - 50,000 rupiah (approx. $3.40 US)
Not included: Tips for tour guides
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

National Monument (MONAS)

45 min Admission not included

Explore the grounds and the high-rise viewing tower of this well-known obelisk built to commemorate Indonesian independence from the Netherlands. Entry to the grounds is free, but the "Optional Tower ascent has a nominal fee.
Jakarta Cathedral

15 min

Take a brief walk around the cathedral grounds and view the interior and exterior of the cathedral, as well as the prayer garden. This demonstrates an interesting juxtaposition of culture & religion in Jakarta during the tour, showing Christian traditions alongside the (majority) Islamic traditions and also Buddhist traditions.
Istiqlal Mosque

45 min

Explore the largest Islamic mosque in all of southeast Asia, with a welcoming invitation by the mosque staff to view the interior and exterior grounds and structure.
Makutharama Puppet Studio

45 min

We ride the train to see the bustling historical central city train station and see both modern Indonesia as well as a glimpse at the Jakarta of the past.
Jakarta Old Town

45 min

The historical and cultural center of Old Jakarta (Kota Tua, the "old city"). Explore with us the different areas of the plaza, including local crafts & arts, museums, street performers, activity centers, live music, and local foods being enjoyed by Indonesians and travelers alike.
Dharma Bhakti Temple

30 min

Enter a guided tour of this Buddhist shrine dating back to 1650, featuring traditional Indo-Chinese architecture & religious art.
Glodok Chinatown

45 min

We will ride over to see the markets, eateries, and lively daily activity in Jakarta's most famous Chinatown center. Here, you can try out a delicacy or two, or stop for a restful cold drink, while viewing the exotic marketplace offerings.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The meetup point is at the " MONAS IRTI " entry point to the National Monument of Indonesia.

(Just enter "MONAS IRTI" in Google Maps or other apps)

End point

This tour will end just in front ofthe Vihara Dharma Bakti, where your guide can assist you in taking private or public transportation to whichever destination you choose.