Bogor attractions

On this private half-day tour, you'll get the opportunity to travel around Jakarta and discover its landmarks. You'll have the chance to visit Merdeka Square and see the National Monument. Accompanied by a professional guide, you'll be able to delve into the country's history and its struggle for independence. You'll have the opportunity to visit the large Istiqlal Mosque and the 19th-century Jakarta Cathedral with an ancient altar and stained-glass windows. Besides, you'll be able to walk around the 17th-century Old Town and the Old Harbour, established by Dutch colonisers.

With this ticket, you’ll gain access to Jakarta Aquarium. You’ll get the chance to explore the famous Indonesian animal conservancy that also serves as a large marine and freshwater aquarium. You’ll have the opportunity to discover the diversity of the underwater world and learn about various creatures inhabiting different ecosystems. You’ll be able to see more than 600 species of fish and other animals, visit the Pearl of The South Sea show and enjoy a meal at Pingoo Restaurant.

This shorter programme offers a simple way to spend time in Jakarta with an expert, friendly guide. The highlight is the Old City of Jakarta, known as Old Batavia. European sailors and traders in the 16th century described it as similar to Amsterdam, and you will see an area shaped by European and Chinese building styles. On this heritage trip, your guide will bring you to step through history as you explore Chinatown, the Old Town and its puppet connections, and the old harbour. As you move through the city, you will visit Istiqlal Mosque (closed every Friday) and the Cathedral Church, stop for photos at the National Monument and pass by the presidential palace. The tour also includes sightseeing to the entrance shelter for a welcoming statue and the modern areas of Jakarta. Pick and drop service across Jakarta is provided, with the guide and driver operating separately.

This safari will provide you with the chance to observe more than 3,000 exotic animals roaming freely in their natural habitat in Bogor. You’ll be able to see up close the only pair of giant pandas in Indonesia. Here, you’ll also find 20 exciting rides, educational shows, animal exhibits, an aviary and a reptile house, as well as the famous Curug Jaksa Waterfall.

In Jakarta, you'll spend a full day exploring the city's rich history, art, traditions and spirituality. Following your guide, you will see some of the city's most popular landmarks on a specially curated highlights tour. Along the way, you will encounter a mix of historic sites, artistic expressions and places of worship that together reflect Jakarta’s diverse cultural fabric. As you move through different areas, your guide will point out hidden gems and explain the traditions and influences that shaped the city. You will have time to soak in the atmosphere and appreciate how history, art and daily life combine to make Jakarta a distinctive destination. This outing offers a broad, engaging introduction to the city’s heritage and contemporary culture.

In Jakarta you'll explore the city's rich culture and history through a series of well-known landmarks. You will pass Merdeka Square and visit the National Monument, often called Monas. Monas stands 132 metres high and has a golden flame on top, symbolising the country's freedom. Along the way you will see Istiqlal Mosque, the biggest mosque in Southeast Asia, and Jakarta Cathedral, built in a Gothic style in 1891. As you move through Old Batavia, you will notice historic buildings that have been transformed into museums and shops. You will also have the chance to learn puppet‑making and spend time with local people. The experience finishes at Sunda Kelapa Harbour, where Jakarta’s maritime heritage is on display and traditional wooden schooners called pinisi can be seen up close.

The Jakarta Walkingtour lets you explore the city like a local. As you move through different neighbourhoods, you'll use Jakarta's public transport — train, bus, minibus and boat — to travel between sights. Along the way you'll enter a traditional market and taste a selection of local traditional snacks, giving you a direct sense of everyday life and flavours in the city. Your host will also take some nice photographs of you so you have memories of your time in Jakarta. The experience is designed to offer a local perspective on the city and to show everyday places and moments that you might otherwise miss.

In Jakarta’s Kebayoran neighbourhood you’ll follow a local guide through Mayestik Market and the peaceful Langsat Park. Along the way you’ll sample authentic Indonesian dishes at stalls and small eateries in the market, learn about ingredients and food customs, and enjoy the contrast of a green oasis at Langsat Park. Your guide will also share the history of Jakarta to give context to what you taste and see, and you’ll leave having experienced local flavours and neighbourhood life. The route focuses on an area of Jakarta that many visitors miss. It will take you beyond the touristy downtown spots and deeper into Indonesian culture, with opportunities to try dishes that are not commonly found in central tourist areas. You can also check the Jakarta Culture and History Walking Tour if you want a complementary look at the city’s broader past.

Jakarta is a city that never sleeps, and this evening sightseeing programme will take you out to see it after dark. Along the way you will pass bright monuments and illuminated buildings, try street food and observe the city's nightlife activities. A local guide will be with you, ready to help in all situations and to explain what you see. As you move through different neighbourhoods, the guide will point out notable sights and share local context about the evening scenes. You may see the Monument, Cathedral and Mosque from the outside, but note that these landmarks are closed at night. The focus is on taking in Jakarta’s night atmosphere, sampling street flavours and learning about the city’s after-dark life with a knowledgeable local.

This self-guided audio tour of Jakarta is led by local guide Farid, who will walk you through some of the city centre’s most visited areas. As you move through the streets, you’ll follow Farid’s narration at your own pace. The commentary aims to give a local’s perspective on the people, places and events that shaped the city. Along the way you’ll check out Jakarta’s major highlights and hear about some of the most economically and spiritually important buildings in the sprawling archipelago of Indonesia. Farid will explain the stories that for centuries have made Jakarta a frenetic trading port and a historic journey’s end, giving context to the buildings and neighbourhoods you pass. The tour focuses on what makes the city centre significant, offering background and local colour to help you see Jakarta from a resident’s point of view.

This historical tour of Jakarta introduces Indonesia’s rich history, diverse cultures and unique heritage through the city’s many historical sites. You will explore iconic landmarks and learn about local culture and traditions as you move through the city. Highlights include the National Monument, the Jakarta History Museum and the Istiqlal Mosque, where you will encounter monuments, museums and religious sites that illustrate Jakarta’s past and cultural diversity. Please note that the National Monument and the Jakarta History Museum are closed on Mondays; on those days alternative highlights will be visited. Istiqlal Mosque is closed on Fridays and visits are limited to the outside area on that day. These schedule details may affect which specific sites you see, but the focus remains on understanding Jakarta’s history, traditions and its most recognisable landmarks.

This evening experience gives you a taste of Jakarta’s night-time character, ideal if you have limited time. As you move through the city after dark, you will see historic corners of Jakarta and get a sense of its nightlife, street food and casual dining scene. A local guide will accompany you around the historical areas and can also stay with you for dinner on request. Along the way you may visit Jakarta’s old town, where Cafe Batavia is a well-known culinary spot. It features classic decoration and lounge music, and its menu is generally considered higher-end and typically pricier. If you prefer street food, Sabang Road offers many options at night, with satay and nasi goreng among the popular choices. Jakarta’s evening scene also includes lounges, bars and cafés where you can relax after exploring. The programme includes guided commentary in the historical areas and offers the option to include or exclude dinner, with the guide able to accompany you at food streets if you want. The focus is on sampling Jakarta by night, combining local flavours with a short, guided look at the city’s historic and social spots.

In Bandung’s Lembang and volcano area you’ll visit an active crater known for its dramatic scenery. The crater has erupted many times and the landscape includes remains of larvae that give the area a very natural feel. The site is also linked to the local legend of Sangkuriang, which you may hear about as you take in the views. As you move around the crater you may walk down about 1 km to reach areas of hot stone, mud and sulphur. Some holes make a bubbling sound, described locally as “Bulb bulbs”. You can try boiling an egg in the hot spots or try a simple therapy that is often offered nearby. Along the way you’ll have chances to taste local coffee, sample pineapples and try other regional food. The route typically includes stops at rice fields and tea plants, and you can choose a photo spot such as D’Castello for a panoramic view of the tea plants. Castello also provides a number of rides — recommended for children, though adults may enjoy them too.

If you are in Jakarta, you'll spend private time on the cooler outskirts of Bogor, a city tucked under the mountains. Bogor Botanical Gardens sits in the city centre next to the Presidential Palace complex. The garden covers about 87 hectares and holds roughly 15,000 species of trees and plants. Inside, you may explore on foot or choose to rent an electric bicycle, scooter, mini car or a normal bike. As you move through the garden, you will notice why Bogor is often called the rain city and find several other activities to explore the botanical collections. Along the way you'll drive up into the surrounding hills, passing local houses, markets and stretches of rice fields. You will visit Mulyaharja, a tourism area set against the dramatic backdrop of Mount Salak and known for its organic rice — this attraction is often referred to as Visit Mulyaharja. At a nearby waterfall you can see groups of monkeys. The experience combines garden walks, gentle hill drives and rural scenery for a different atmosphere from the city.

You will begin with an expert, friendly guide who will introduce you to the city and its history often called Golden Jakarta. The visit includes Jakarta’s landmark monument, where you will ascend the tower and explore the museum. The Monument encapsulates the philosophy of Lingga and Yoni: Lingga resembles an alu (rice pestle) and Yoni a lesung (rice mortar). These forms symbolise harmony, balance, fertility and eternal life. You will learn how the lingga is a phallic symbol representing masculinity, positive elements and daytime, while the yoni represents female organs, femininity, negative elements and night. As you move through the city with a local perspective, the guide will bring you to Glodok Chinatown, the Old Town and a puppet studio, and the old harbour. You will also visit Istiqlal Mosque and the Cathedral church, while passing the Presidential Palace and Kota Intan Bridge. Along the way the guide will provide an explanation of the Indonesian timeline to put the places and symbols into historical context, helping you understand how the city’s landmarks and traditions connect.