Chinatown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Chinatown
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.
Taman Mini Indonesia Indah
Discover the captivating diversity of the Indonesian archipelago at the typical houses, museums and gardens of this all-encompassing theme park.
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.
Activities
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
Jakarta: Private Half-Day Tour Highlight of Jakarta
Look at Jakarta Local Experience Tour With Boating
Halfday Excursion Old city Batavia with Lunch and Souvenir
Our pick of the best Chinatown Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn & Suites Jakarta Gajah Mada by IHG
Best place to stay in Jakarta
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Mercure Jakarta Kota
Everything is nice. Location, personnel, breakfast - very good. The only note is the bathroom stuff would be nice to update
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Novotel Jakarta Gajah Mada
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Location was great for what we wanted to see.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2025
Ashley Wahid Hasyim Jakarta
Excellent stay — great hotel, super helpful staff, especially Saskia who was very cooperative and helpful.
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025
Shangri-La Jakarta
Wonderful hospitality from the entire team
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Jakarta
The club lounge was excellent
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Taman Sari
Shopping, historical sites and spas are some highlights of Taman Sari. Make a stop by Mangga Dua Square or Pasar Baru while you're exploring.
Old Jakarta
Theme parks, shopping and cafes are some highlights of Old Jakarta. Make a stop by Jakarta History Museum or Mangga Dua Square while you're exploring.
Gambir
Monuments, museums and shopping are some highlights of Gambir. Make a stop by Merdeka Palace or National Monument while you're exploring.
Grogol
Shopping, art galleries and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Grogol. Check out Neo SOHO or Central Park Mall while you're exploring the area.
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.
Central Jakarta
Central Jakarta is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Sarinah Mall and National Monument, and you can get around town on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station.
