Things to Do in Jakarta
Top attractions, best neighborhoods to wander, and the food you shouldn't skip in Jakarta, Indonesia — 2026 traveler picks.
Top places to see
Kota Tua (Old Town Batavia)
Dutch colonial architecture around Fatahillah Square. Museum Sejarah Jakarta is in the old city hall.
National Monument (Monas)
132m tower with 360° city views. IDR 20,000 to go up. Arrive before 10am to beat the school groups.
Grand Indonesia Mall
If it's raining or you need AC — Grand Indonesia and the connected Plaza Indonesia are world-class malls.
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Things to do in Jakarta
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Soto betawi (Jakarta beef and offal soup) at Soto Betawi H. Ma'ruf near Monas — a Jakarta lunch staple, IDR 45,000.
Local tip
Jakarta traffic is some of the worst in the world. The Airport Railink is reliable and recommended. Grab is essential — flag-down taxis are unreliable on price.
Where to stay
Hotels across Jakarta — filter by neighborhood + budget on the map below.