Tambora Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Jakarta History Museum
Indonesia’s rich history and one of the country’s finest examples of Dutch colonial architecture combine in this fascinating museum.
Taman Fatahillah
Spend some time in a lively city square that is bordered by old colonial buildings that house history, art and puppetry museums.
Museum Bank Indonesia
Take a fascinating tour of Indonesian history from a financial and trade viewpoint via this museum’s interactive and multimedia exhibits.
Museum of Fine Arts and Ceramics
Find works by acclaimed Indonesian artists, displays of rare ceramics and Majapahit Empire terracotta pieces housed in an elegant colonial-era palace.
Pancoran Chinatown Point
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pancoran Chinatown Point during your stay in Jakarta. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Bank Mandiri Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Bank Mandiri Museum in Jakarta. Visit the shops and spas in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Jakarta: Full-Day Highlights Tour
Best of Lombok: Tribe Villages, Traditions & Waterfalls
Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food
Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street
From Jakarta : Explore Krakatau Volcano Tour
Our pick of the best Tambora Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn & Suites Jakarta Gajah Mada by IHG
"Very clean, kind, and helpful staff. Well located within town to access many sites."
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Anara Airport Hotel
"早朝から複数人の子供が廊下や部屋で騒ぎ出し、大人も注意することがなかった。 10分くらい我慢しフロントへでんわしたが、対応したのかどうかわからない。 20分以上大声で話をしていた。 その後、寝られなくなってしまい、寝不足の1日であった。 監視カメラや宿泊記録があるだろうから、出禁にして欲しいくらいです。 毎月利用しているホテルですが、この様なことが起きたのは初めてです。 今後は、対応を速やかにしてもらいたいです。"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Jakarta
Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta
"Superb breakfast with large range of food options including omelette and noodle bar. Amazing service from housekeeping."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Mega Kuningan
"Great hotel, great location, great staff, great breakfast and food in general"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Mercure Jakarta Gatot Subroto
"Good place for business travel, good rooms , good food"
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tambora
Mangga Besar
Bars and shopping are notable features of Mangga Besar. You might consider stopping by Plaza Glodok while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Grogol
Shopping, art galleries and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Grogol. Check out Central Park Mall or Taman Anggrek Mall while you're exploring the area.
Old Jakarta
Theme parks, shopping and cafes are some highlights of Old Jakarta. Make a stop by Taman Fatahillah or Jakarta History Museum 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.
Ancol
Unique features of Ancol include the seaside views and restaurants. Make a stop by Dunia Fantasi or Allianz Ecopark Ancol while you're exploring the area.
