Jakarta, the capital and largest city of Indonesia, the country known as the 'land of a thousand islands' with over 13,487 islands. The city's hallmark is the harmonious blend of traditional and modern values, truly unique. Moreover, just by being here, you'll grasp the most distinctive aspects of this archipelago.
Places to Visit in Jakarta
The harmonious blend of modern lines intertwined with ancient ones is what you can capture at Jakarta's tourist spots. @shutterstock
1. Top 8 Must-Visit Places in Jakarta
Istiqlal Mosque
Places to Explore in Jakarta
The mosque's architecture boasts delicate architectural lines and embodies a modern structure. With a space that's both sacred and serene, and the beauty found here, this will undoubtedly be a high-quality destination.
Istiqlal Mosque stands as an irreplaceable symbol of the capital, Jakarta. @shutterstock
National Monument (Monas)
Places to Visit in Jakarta
Ever-reaching and always exuding strength and dignity, that's what this Monas monument embodies. @shutterstock
Taman Safari Park
Sightseeing Spots in Jakarta
Here, there are over 40 different species of animals, including rare and endangered ones like the Chinese bear, Sumatran tiger, rhinoceros,... And if you're a fan of small animals, head to the Baby Zoo area inside the park to see the adorable jungle rulers when they're still young, they're absolutely cute!
You can capture 100% natural photos right at the special Taman Safari Park. @shutterstock
Taman Mini Park
Jakarta Tourist Spots
A place that's perfect for beautiful photos and unlimited fun like Taman Mini Park is just ideal for exploration, don't you think? @shutterstock
Setu Babakan Jagakarsa Betawi Cultural Village
Jakarta Tourist Destinations
Explore the 'land of a thousand islands' right at the Setu Babakan Jagakarsa Betawi village when in Jakarta. @shutterstock
Old Town and Old Batavia Historic District
Jakarta Check-in Spots
With so many amazing things to discover, you'll need some time to explore it all and even grab a few souvenirs. Especially the rich traditional cultures and ancient customs of the locals here will make you cherish this trip even more.
With this background, just striking a pose will give you quality shots. @shutterstock
Ancol Dreamland Amusement Park
One undeniable fact is that Ancol Dreamland is considered Indonesia's Disneyland with countless beautiful landscapes. Inside the amusement park is Dunia Fantasy Theme Park, and Pasar Seni - Jakarta's art hub.
Top Tourist Spots in Jakarta
A quality tourist spot should uplift your mood, and nothing does it better than Ancol Dreamland Amusement Park. @shutterstock
Ancol Beach
Top Tourist Spots in Jakarta
Ancol Beach is one of the top 5 most beautiful and popular beaches in Jakarta. @shutterstock
2. Essential Tips for Visiting Jakarta Tourist Attractions
Booking a Flight to Jakarta
To fly to Soekarno Hatta International Airport (Jakarta), you can book flights operated by airlines such as Scoot, Singapore Airlines,... Since there's usually a layover for transit, typically at Changi Airport (Singapore), the journey might take a bit longer and ticket prices range from 5,000,000 to 8,000,000 VND.
However, whether the waiting time is long or short, and whether the flight ticket prices to Jakarta are high or low, largely depends on the timing of your booking. That's why you should pay attention and try to hunt for and book flight tickets and hotels as early as possible.
Furthermore, finding a hotel early is also crucial. So, you should quickly visit Mytour and choose a hotel in Jakarta for yourself and book it right away. If you want to save even more, you can hunt for flight and hotel combo deals.
Best Time to Visit Jakarta
Top Tourist Spots in Jakarta
3. Must-Try Specialties When Visiting Jakarta
It's undeniable that Indonesia's specialties are a wonderful gift for every traveler. And if you have the opportunity to visit the capital of this country, you must make sure to try all of these typical specialties:
Indonesian cuisine is like the distinctive beauty here - a blend of modernity and tradition @shutterstock
Below are some suggestions for you on places to enjoy specialty dishes in Jakarta:
With the finest and most recommended Jakarta tourist spots as reviewed by Mytour above, perhaps you can already feel how interesting this city is, right? And you don't need to worry about anything, just enable Mytour's flight price alert feature to confidently update flight information, book hotels, and timely hunt for attractive deals.
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