Jakarta began its history in the 14th century as a small harbor town and today become a bustling metropolitan city. Old Batavia’s heart is in the ‘Kot
Highlights
* Explore Glodok, Jakarta's China Town
* Visit the historic Kota Intan Drawbridge
* Discover maritime heritage at Museum Bahari Jakarta
* Learn about Jakarta's history at Fatahillah Museum
* Enjoy traditional puppetry at Museum Wayang
included with
* Transport
* Local English tour guide
* Entrance fees
* Hotel pickup and drop-off in Jakarta
excluded by
* Lunch
* Gratuities
Itinerary
Start your journey through Jakarta’s rich past with a visit to Glodok, the heart of Chinatown. This busy hub of banking, trading, and entertainment includes the Petak Sembilan Chinese Temple, dedicated to Kuan Yin, the Buddhist goddess of mercy, built around 1650.
Next, check out the Kota Intan Drawbridge, the last of its kind in Jakarta. It offers a glimpse into the stylish 17th-century residential neighborhood along the Ciliwung River.
Then, head over to the Museum Bahari Jakarta in the historic Sunda Kelapa harbor. It showcases Indonesia’s maritime heritage with exhibits in 17th-century Dutch warehouses. You can enjoy panoramic harbor views from the museum's tower.
Next, check out the Fatahillah Museum in the old town hall of Batavia. It's got maps, antiques, and porcelain that tell the story of Dutch rule in Indonesia. Just a heads-up: the museum is closed on Mondays and public holidays. You could also check out the antique market on Jalan Surabaya instead.
Finally, the Museum Wayang has an extensive collection of traditional Indonesian puppets and interactive displays on puppet-making.
Pick up location:
From your hotel in Jakarta
Bus / coach
(1 hour)
Glodok
Sightseeing (1 hours)
Bus / coach
(30 minutes)
Kota Intan Drawbridge
Sightseeing (30 minutes)
Bus / coach
(30 minutes)
Bahari Museum
Sightseeing (1 hour)
Bus / coach
(1 hour)
Batavia Cafe (Lunch optional),
Fatahillah Museum & Wayang Museum*
Sightseeing, Lunch (2 hours)
Bus / coach
(30 minutes)
Arrive back at:
To your hotel in Jakarta