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9 Days in Balikpapan: A Journey of Flavors and Adventure

Nandhitha Baskaran

Nandhitha Baskaran

17 Oct 2023

Embark on a culinary and cultural adventure in Balikpapan, Kalimantan Timur, Indonesia. Explore vibrant markets, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and discover the beauty of this fascinating city.

Trip to Balikpapan

Day 1
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$30

Rumah Makan Haur Gading
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
3 - 4 min

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Pasar Inpres Kebun Sayur
Traditional handicrafts market with stalls selling sarongs, jewelry & herbal oils, plus snacks.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Roti Nam Min
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12
4 - 6 min

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Nam Min Bakery
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$12
Day 2
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$30

Hanking Donat Bakery & Cake
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
3 - 4 min

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Pasar Klandasan
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Coto Makassar H. Judding
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
1 - 2 min

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Coto Makassar H. Kasim
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 3
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$20

Holland Bakery
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Taman Bekapai
A popular gathering spot, this tree-filled park features a big steel fountain that's lit at night.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
2 - 3 min

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DE CAFÉ Resto & Delicatessen
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12
2 - 3 min

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Book Cafe Balikpapan
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$24

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$ 13

Ayam & Bebek Bakar Bojolali
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
16 - 23 min

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Masjid Agung At-Taqwa Balikpapan مسجد
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Merdeka Field
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Kilang Mandiri Cafe & Resto
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
16 - 20 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$36

Pot o Koffie
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Balikpapan Islamic Center
Sprawling mosque with a distinctive green-tiled dome, spacious prayer halls & 4 pointed minarets.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Coto Makassar H. Judding
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
•
$18
Day 6
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$27

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$ 5

Lesehan Melawai
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Kemala Beach
Small city beach featuring a sandy white coastline, local eateries & sweeping sea views.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$15
8 - 11 min

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Biru Laut Restauran
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12
6 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 7
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$26

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$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
7 - 10 min

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Taman Tiga Generasi Sepinggan Baru
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
11 - 16 min

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Warung Soto Betawi
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
6 - 8 min

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Bakso Mie Ayam Pangsit Wardoyo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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Free
Day 8
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$39

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$ 9

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
7 - 9 min

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Melawai Beach
Bustling, sandy urban beach, popular for street-food fare & viewing scenic sunsets.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$15
3 - 4 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Tip top Monumen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$12
Day 9
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$0

Budget breakdown: $260 In total

Activities & Food:$231
Transport:$29