Central Jakarta Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Jakarta
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.
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.
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
Discover Indonesia’s largest and most beautiful Christian structure, located right in Jakarta’s bustling center.
Activities
Best of Lombok: Tribe Villages, Traditions & Waterfalls
Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street
Plaza Premium Lounge at Soekarno–Hatta Int Airport (CGK)
Private Full-day Jakarta Guided Tour Explore The Highlights place
Private FullDay Jakarta Wonderfull Tour with Lunch & Souvenir
Our pick of the best Central Jakarta Hotel Deals
Ashley Wahid Hasyim Jakarta
Excellent stay — great hotel, super helpful staff, especially Saskia who was very cooperative and helpful.
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025
Ashley Tang Menteng Jakarta
The manager surprised my wife and I with some local chocolates for our honeymoon. They were incredibly kind!
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Grand Hyatt Jakarta
The club lounge was excellent
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta
The sraffs are all kind and courtious, Specily thanks to Vollin, Searly ahd 21th floor club room staffs
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Jakarta
Not so much food options around, unless you go to the next-door mall.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Pullman Jakarta Indonesia
convenient area
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
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.
Kebon Kacang
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Kebon Kacang and you might want to plan a stop by Tanah Abang Market and Thamrin City Shopping Mall while you're in the area.
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.
Central Jakarta Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in Central Jakarta?
- Hotels Near Jakarta, Special Capital Region of Jakarta
- Which hotel chains are in Central Jakarta?
What kind of hotels are in Central Jakarta?
Are there hotels near Central Jakarta?
- Menteng Hotels
- Gambir Hotels
- Kebon Kacang Hotels
- Taman Sari Hotels
- East Jakarta Hotels
- Gondangdia Hotels
- Grogol Hotels
- Old Jakarta Hotels
- Jakarta Utara Hotels
- Kebon Sirih Hotels
- Palmerah Hotels
- Tambora Hotels
- North Gunung Sahari Hotels
- Tanjung Priok Hotels
- Cikini Hotels
- Senen Hotels
- Johar Baru Hotels
- Pegangsaan Hotels
- Rawasari Hotels
