Private Full-Day Guided Tour: Explore Jakarta’s Top Highlights
Description
Jakarta is a fascinating city to explore Indonesia’s rich history, diverse cultures and unique heritage. The city is home to many historical sites that showcase Indonesia’s remarkable past. This historical tour highlights the uniqueness of Jakarta through its culture, traditions and iconic landmarks. Please note: 1. The National Monument and Jakarta History Museum are closed on Mondays. Alternative highlights will be visited on those days. 2. Istiqlal Mosque is closed on Fridays; visits are limited to the outside area.
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Itinerary
Pass through Independence Square, the center of Indonesia’s state government, including the Presidential Palace and the Arjuna Wijaya Statue
Visit the National Monument (Monas), a 132-meter-tall landmark symbolizing Indonesia’s independence. The monument’s basement features 48 dioramas showcasing the nation’s history. Inside the Independence Room, see the Proclamation Gate, Garuda as the national emblem, and a gold-plated map of Indonesia. Please note: The National Monument is closed on Mondays.
Istiqlal Mosque is the largest mosque in Southeast Asia and the sixth largest in the world by worshipper capacity. It's name, “Istiqlal,” means “Independence” in Arabic. Located in the heart of Jakarta, directly opposite the National Cathedral, the mosque stands as a symbol of peace and religious tolerance. Please note: Istiqlal Mosque is closed on Fridays; visits are limited to viewing from the outside only.
Located on Jalan Lapangan Banteng Utara, the Cathedral Church was built in 1891 in a neo-Gothic architectural style. The church features tall towers and high windows adorned with stained glass. Inside, three main altars form a semi-circle, including a beautiful historic altar designed to reflect sound like a conch shell.
Visit a traditional wet market to experience daily life in Jakarta. Explore the bustling stalls, watch the local community carry out their daily activities and sample authentic Indonesian snacks and tropical fruits.
Visit the Dharma Bhakti Temple, the oldest Confucian temple in Jakarta. Still active today, it serves as a center for worship, religious ceremonies, and the preservation of Chinese traditions.
This area was formerly the center of the Dutch colonial government. With its canals and historic buildings featuring classic Dutch architecture, it is often referred to as “Little Amsterdam.”
Next, step back in time at the Jakarta History Museum (Fatahillah Museum) in the heart of the iconic Old Town. Housed in a former Dutch colonial city hall, the museum brings Jakarta’s past to life through fascinating artifacts, historic maps, and stories spanning from its early beginnings to independence. It’s a must-visit for history enthusiasts and first-time visitors eager to explore the city’s cultural roots. Please note: The museum is closed on Mondays.
Meet traditional puppet masters and learn about Indonesian puppetry. Discover how puppets are made, watch them in action, and explore a collection of wayang from various regions of Indonesia. Please note: If you are lucky, you may get to see a live performance by the puppet master.
To conclude the tour, visit Jakarta’s oldest port, which once witnessed the height of Dutch control over the spice trade in Indonesia. Today, the port is still in use for domestic shipping, with traditional Phinisi wooden boats neatly anchored and lined along the harbor.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Complimentary pick-up and drop-off within Jakarta City Area (Hotel/Apartment/Cruise Port)
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(363)
Truly incredible, very knowledgeable! Mitchell was a phenomenally knowledgeable guide and Andre was a fantastic driver.
Our tour guide was amazing! Very knowledgeable and was flexible to tailor our day to our preferences.
Hello! Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy that you had a great experience with Ekaputra Tour😊 It was a pleasure being part of your journey. We'll share your kind words with our team, especially with Fajar. Your feedback truly inspires us! We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure in the future. Have a great day and see you on your next exciting trip with Ekaputra Tour! 🚀 Warm Regards, Ekaputra Tour Team
This private tour is excellent if you have only a day to visit Jakarta. Bryan, an enthusiatic young man was our tour guide along with Andy, who drove us to the places. The minivan was too big for a group of three, but very comfortable. Bryan accommodated our request to start half an hour later as we were running late. Bryan was very thorough in explainjng the history of Indonesia and the significance of the places we visited. He is polite, knowledgeable ad an excellent guide. Highly recommended.
Hello! Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy that you had a great experience with Ekaputra Tour😊 It was a pleasure being part of your journey. We'll share your kind words with our team, especially with Bryan and also Andy. Your feedback truly inspires us! We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure in the future. Have a great day and see you on your next exciting trip with Ekaputra Tour! 🚀 Warm Regards, Ekaputra Tour Team
What an amazing tour of everything that is Jakarta. Jakarta is a brilliant city and we are so happy that we contacted the Ekaputra Tour team. From start to finish, our tour guide, Gus and his driver were brilliant and made our tour one to remember. Gus is very informative (very, very informative), with everything that is Jakarta and Indonesia. The tour was a mix of sightseeing and education and a lot of fun on the way. What made the tour one to remember was Gus' positive demeanor, bubbliness and he made you feel like a local. Well done and thank you to Gus, his wonderful driver and the Ekaptura Tour team. Cheers. Ryan and Natalie.
Hello! Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy that you had a great experience with Ekaputra Tour😊 It was a pleasure being part of your journey. We'll share your kind words with our team, especially with Gus, the driver and also the Ekaputra Tour Team. Your feedback truly inspires us! We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure in the future. Have a great day and see you on your next exciting trip with Ekaputra Tour! 🚀 Warm Regards, Ekaputra Tour Team
It was really an informative and fun tour. Our guide, Catherine, was knowledgeable and friendly at the same time.
Hello! Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy that you had a great experience with Ekaputra Tour😊 It was a pleasure being part of your journey. We'll share your kind words with our team, especially with Catherine. Your feedback truly inspires us! We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure in the future. Have a great day and see you on your next exciting trip with Ekaputra Tour! 🚀 Warm Regards, Ekaputra Tour Team
Fajar was our guide and he did an excellent job showing us all the important highlights of Jakarta: the National Monument with displays that narrated the history of Indonesia very nicely, the grand Istiklal Mosque, the next door Cathedral, the Chinese quarter and temple, the old town Batavia with its Dutch heritage, and finally the port. I recommend this tour to anyone who visits Jakarta for the first time. It’s very well worth it.
Hello! Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy that you had a great experience with Ekaputra Tour😊 It was a pleasure being part of your journey. We'll share your kind words with our team, especially with Fajar. Your feedback truly inspires us! We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure in the future. Have a great day and see you on your next exciting trip with Ekaputra Tour! 🚀 Warm Regards, Ekaputra Tour Team
Very nice day with our guide and driver. A great overview of the destinations and sights in Jakarta . Certainly recommend this d6-7 hour excursion.
Hello! Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy that you had a great experience with Ekaputra Tour😊 It was a pleasure being part of your journey. We'll share your kind words with our team, especially with your tour guide, Catherine and also the driver, Bobo. Your feedback truly inspires us! We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure in the future. Have a great day and see you on your next exciting trip with Ekaputra Tour! 🚀 Warm Regards, Ekaputra Tour Team
Very good guide. Totally flexible to our interests and speaks very good Spanish.
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We had a great day. Tio was an excellent guide. He was energetic, understood our needs and was very sweet in taking lots of pictures for us. Would highly recommend the tour and Tio. Our driver Bobo was also excellent. Smooth driving and patient.
Hello! Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy that you had a great experience with Ekaputra Tour😊 It was a pleasure being part of your journey. We'll share your kind words with our team, especially with Tio and also Bobo. Your feedback truly inspires us! We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure in the future. Have a great day and see you on your next exciting trip with Ekaputra Tour! 🚀 Warm Regards, Ekaputra Tour Team
There is not a lot to see in Jakarta for tourist but this tour hits all the highlights. It is an excellent way to see Jakarta in comfort and learn about the history of Indonesia. Our guide, Bryan, was excellent. His English language skills are outstanding but his knowledge of Indonesian history and world events is amazing. Every minute of the trip was well coordinated and organized with a separate driver to pick us up and drop us off at each site.
Hello! Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy that you had a great experience with Ekaputra Tour😊 It was a pleasure being part of your journey. We'll share your kind words with our team, especially with Bryan. Your feedback truly inspires us! We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure in the future. Have a great day and see you on your next exciting trip with Ekaputra Tour! 🚀 Warm Regards, Ekaputra Tour Team
