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9 Days in Jakarta: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Jieqiong Yu

Jieqiong Yu

2 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Jakarta, the vibrant capital of Indonesia. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage, visit iconic landmarks, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and explore the hidden gems of this bustling city.

Day 1From Gastronomic Delights to Spiritual Serenity
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$61

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$ 2

Rive Gauche
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
10 - 15 min

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Istiqlal Mosque
This mosque features a contemporary design & is the largest in Southeast Asia.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
17 - 21 min

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Taman Impian Jaya Ancol
Family beachfront resort offering a theme park, water-based rides, multiple hotels & a golf course.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$13
24 - 29 min

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Sukiya Tokyo Bowls & Noodles
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$18
15 - 18 min

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Ramlie Musofa Mosque
Strikingly designed white mosque with a central dome & turrets partly modeled on the Taj Mahal.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
15 - 18 min

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Yoshinoya
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 2Unveiling Jakarta's Historical Treasures
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$100

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$ 2

Café Batavia
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$24
2 - 3 min

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Jakarta History Museum
Set in an 18th-century building, this museum houses an assortment of exhibits on Jakarta's history.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$5
4 - 5 min

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Wisata Kota Tua Jakarta
Historic district home to Dutch colonial buildings, museums & a buzzy plaza with street performers.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
16 - 20 min

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Holycow Steak Camp Batu Tulis
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$32
6 - 8 min

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Jakarta Cathedral
Restored Neo-Gothic-style Roman Catholic place of worship, founded in 1901 with 3 spires & 3 altars.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Free
15 - 22 min

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National Monument
Well-known obelisk built to commemorate Indonesian independence from the Netherlands.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
$5
8 - 10 min

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Shima Japanese Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$34
Day 3Teppanyaki Feasts and Marine Wonders
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$99

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$ 2

ICHIBIRU いちビール Teppanyaki & Sake Bar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$26
11 - 16 min

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Taman Wisata Alam Mangrove Angke Kapuk
This wildlife sanctuary features numerous mangrove trees, as well as monkeys & a variety of birds.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$13
25 - 30 min

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Taman Fatahillah
Bustling city square surrounded by historic buildings & museums, with frequent street performances.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
15 - 18 min

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Domino's Pizza Mangga 2 Square
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$24
13 - 16 min

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Sea World Ancol
Sizable, contemporary aquarium with sharks, various feeding shows, a touch tank & concessions.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
$13
21 - 26 min

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Domino's Pizza Mangga 2 Square
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$24
Day 4Thrills, Heritage, and Culinary Delights
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$138

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$ 2

A&W Pantai Festival Ancol
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$28
6 - 9 min

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Dufan Ancol
Internationally themed amusement park offering roller coasters, interactive rides, flumes & shows.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$25
18 - 22 min

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Ebisuya Restaurant
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$40
8 - 10 min

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Museum Bank Indonesia
Museum showcasing local banking history, including antique currency & international bank notes.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$5
14 - 17 min

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Yoshinoya Japanese Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$40
Day 5Beachside Bliss and Artistic Inspirations
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$100

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$ 3

Hoka Hoka Bento
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
16 - 20 min

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Ancol beach
Children play in the calm water offer this busy, sandy beach with a lifeguard & sunset views.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
29 - 35 min

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National Gallery of Indonesia
Museum in an 1817 building featuring permanent & rotating exhibits by local & international artists.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$5
9 - 11 min

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Keyaki Japanese Restaurant
Keyaki serves both authentic and modern Japanese cuisine. Menu consists of teppanyaki, robatayaki, sukiyaki, yakiniku, a wide range of sushi and other table menu. Among the menus, the most popular by the customer is Robatayaki.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$34
12 - 15 min

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National Museum of Indonesia
Museum containing historical & archaeological exhibits, from ceramics to statues & coins.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
$5
10 - 12 min

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Midori
Midori meneruskan tradisi hidangan Jepang di Indonesia sejak 30 Juni 1995. Pertama kali didirikan di Anyer, kini Midori memiliki 10 cabang yang tersebar di Jakarta, Bandung & Bogor.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$40
Day 6Savoring Sate and Splashing at Waterparks
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$75

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$ 1

Rumah makan sate Anda
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
16 - 20 min

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Transera Waterpark
African-themed park with wet/dry sections offering slides & thrill rides, plus a food court & games.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$13
48 - 58 min

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MeetMeat
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$22
13 - 20 min

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Tebet Eco Park
Sizable riverfront green space with jogging paths, a small playground & weekend food kiosks.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
12 - 18 min

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Abuba Steak
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$22
Day 7Steakhouse Delights and Cultural Escapades
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$125

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$ 1

Fiesta Steak House
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$28
8 - 11 min

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Taman Rekreasi Wiladatika
Tree-lined paths, a swimming pool, a toy train & kids' play areas within a vast green space.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
22 - 27 min

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Taman Mini Indonesia Indah
Park bringing Indonesian culture & nature to life via museums, gardens & replicas of famed sights.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
$13
35 - 42 min

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Por Que No (Por Qué No?)
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$46
8 - 11 min

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Suropati Park
Urban park created in 1920 featuring a series of sculptures & fountains, plus paved paths & benches.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
7 - 10 min

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Gandy Steak House
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$38
Day 8Culinary Adventures and Artistic Marvels
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$82

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$ 2

Kikugawa Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
7 - 10 min

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Taman Ismail Marzuki
Sleek complex with a range of arts, culture & science facilities, including theaters & a gallery.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Menteng Park
This 30-hectare public park features gardens, a playground, sport courts & absorption wells.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
23 - 28 min

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Midori
Midori meneruskan tradisi hidangan Jepang di Indonesia sejak 30 Juni 1995. Pertama kali didirikan di Anyer, kini Midori memiliki 10 cabang yang tersebar di Jakarta, Bandung & Bogor.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$28
3 - 4 min

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Mayestik Market
Thousands of varied vendor stalls fill this modern, 10-story indoor market known for textiles.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
54 - 65 min

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Dian Al-Mahri Golden Dome Mosque
Huge mosque in green surrounds, with golden domes & minarets overlooking a colonnaded courtyard.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
26 - 32 min

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Sakura Japanese Street Food
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$38
Day 9Wildlife Encounters and Artistic Discoveries
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$118

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$ 2

Momiji Japanese Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$14
14 - 17 min

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Ragunan Zoo
Sprawling zoo in the rainforest with a primate center, children's zoo & Sumatran & white tigers.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$5
36 - 44 min

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Tako Suki
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$38
9 - 11 min

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Museum MACAN (Modern and Contemporary Art in Nusantara)
Museum for modern & contemporary Indonesian & international art, with changing exhibitions.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$25
10 - 12 min

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Abuba Steak
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$36

Budget breakdown: $912 In total

Activities & Food:$897
Transport:$15