Top 10 Best Things to Do in Central Jakarta
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Top 10 Best Things to Do in Central Jakarta

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  • National Museum of Indonesiatop_1
    󰺂5.6
    75000
    Central Jakarta.Monas879m from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoNational Museum of Indonesia reopens | Oct 15, 2024
    Highlights:
    󰀆Immersive interactive experience
    󱨜Java Man skull fossil exhibit
    󱨠Saved by 158 users󱨠33% positive reviews
    4.5/5
    拱了猪的大菠菜拱了猪的大菠菜

    The National Museum of Indonesia (NNI) formerly served as the Batavia Art and Science Society, established by the Dutch government. Therefore, the current building retains its Dutch European style. It was closed for over a year and recently reopened. It is divided into two areas: the old area has six themed exhibition halls, and the new area has four. The most eye-catching feature at the entrance is the sculpture of the God of Destruction. Its Indian-style design creates a sinister aura, and it is one of the few depictions of Shiva with a sinister image in the world. Then there is a bronze statue presented by King Rama V in 1871. Of course, the museum's crowning jewel is the Bodhisattva statue on the second floor, which is exquisitely crafted. It was previously enclosed in a glass case, but now it is completely uncovered. There are also art galleries and various cultural centers scattered throughout the museum. However, for a multi-ethnic country like Indonesia, a national museum like this doesn't quite match the rich cultural heritage of the country, whether in terms of history or humanities. Tickets are affordable, and you can explore it in half a day.

  • The Church of Our Lady of the Assumptiontop_2
    󰺂5.2
    Central Jakarta.Monas1.4 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    Church & mosque create unique view
    󱨜Gothic-style church, Jakarta's landmark
    󱨠Saved by 238 users󱨠47% positive reviews
    4.7/5
    嫣红曦曦嫣红曦曦

    There is a historic cathedral in Central Jakarta. It is a European building and looks very majestic from the outside. It is still in operation and has holy meetings. Many believers come here to worship Jesus.

  • National Monumenttop_3
    󰺂4.9
    Central Jakarta.Monas596m from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊137m torch & monument
    360° view of Jakarta skyline
    󱨠Saved by 127 users󱨠144 positive reviews
    4.4/5
    探索大自然探索大自然

    What a magnificent national monument. The top is made of 35kg of gold, shining brightly under the sun. There is an entrance at the base, and there is a museum underground. There is also an elevator that goes straight to the top of the monument to see the scenery. Good.

  • Merdeka Square, Jakarta
    4
    󰺂4.8
    Central Jakarta.Monas694m from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Night Attractions in Central Jakarta
    Highlights:
    132-meter-high monument observation deck
    Epic scene with horse sculpture
    󱨠Saved by 191 users󱨠29% positive reviews
    4.5/5
    MK1996MK1996

    Throw back to the visiting the Merdeka square in Jakarta. Hope to visit this beautiful city again! 🥹

  • Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium
    5
    󰺂4.7
    Central Jakarta.Senayan5.1 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰋄Watch international soccer matches
    󱓊Hosted concerts by superstars
    󱨠64% positive reviews
    4.9/5
    davidkoo0723davidkoo0723

    The newly covered Indonesian Stadium, which can accommodate 16000 spectators, is located on the north side of Gelora Bung Karno.

  • Jakarta Convention Center
    6
    󰺂4.6
    Central Jakarta.Senayan4.4 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊Jakarta's landmark for major conferences
    󱓊International Adventure & Eco Tourism Expo
    4.0/5
    小小呆60小小呆60

    The conference center is quite large, and it is also in a prosperous financial area. There was no exhibition when we went there. The conference center is like a park. There are many statues. There is also a shopping mall inside.

  • Istiqlal Mosque
    7
    󰺂4.3
    Central Jakarta.Monas1.2 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰋄Sunset view of Jakarta skyline
    󱨜Massive mosque for 120,000 worshippers
    󱨠Saved by 148 users󱨠30% positive reviews
    4.6/5
    老虎啸月老虎啸月

    Don't go on Friday!!! Ctrip says it's open all year round, but that's not the case at all! Friday is the day Muslims go to the mosque to pray, so it's not open to outside tourists! The information on Ctrip should have been updated long ago, it made us go in vain! From the outside, the size of this mosque is still good, and the interior should be worth visiting

What Best Things to Do are there in Central Jakarta?
These are all Best Things to Do in Central Jakarta:National Museum of Indonesia, The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, National Monument, Merdeka Square, Jakarta, Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Central Jakarta?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Central Jakarta include:National Museum of Indonesia:4.5, The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption:4.7, National Monument:4.4, Merdeka Square, Jakarta:4.5, Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium:4.9
At what locations in Central Jakarta can Best Things to Do in Central Jakarta be found?
The Best Things to Do in Central Jakarta are mainly located in:National Museum of Indonesia:Central Jakarta, The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption:Central Jakarta, National Monument:Central Jakarta, Merdeka Square, Jakarta:Central Jakarta, Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium:Central Jakarta
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