Popular places to visit
Jakarta History Museum
Indonesia’s rich history and one of the country’s finest examples of Dutch colonial architecture combine in this fascinating museum.
Taman Fatahillah
Spend some time in a lively city square that is bordered by old colonial buildings that house history, art and puppetry museums.
Museum Bank Indonesia
Take a fascinating tour of Indonesian history from a financial and trade viewpoint via this museum’s interactive and multimedia exhibits.
Museum of Fine Arts and Ceramics
Find works by acclaimed Indonesian artists, displays of rare ceramics and Majapahit Empire terracotta pieces housed in an elegant colonial-era palace.
Pancoran Chinatown Point
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pancoran Chinatown Point during your stay in Jakarta. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Petak Sembilan Street Market
Learn about the local history of Jakarta with a stop at Petak Sembilan Street Market. Visit the shops and spas in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Indonesia Firsty eSim - Free Roaming Mobile Data
Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street
Best of Lombok: Tribe Villages, Traditions & Waterfalls
Top hotels in Tambora
Holiday Inn & Suites Jakarta Gajah Mada by IHG
Nice hotel, very friendly and attentive staff.
Reviewed on 29 Dec, 2025
Ashley Tang Menteng Jakarta
Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Breakfast had variety and enough to eat. Excellent location with near by shops and restaurants. Perfect for few days in Jakarta.
Reviewed on 26 Dec, 2025
Ashley Wahid Hasyim Jakarta
Free laundry which is a plus. Room was very clean and breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025
Grand Hyatt Jakarta
Outstanding
Reviewed on 10 Dec, 2025
Mercure Jakarta Gatot Subroto
The staff were amazing, could not offer enough help. The room was clean, all fresh linen. The restaurants and the breakfast were delicious and staff were again friendly.
Reviewed on 17 Dec, 2025
Pan Pacific Jakarta
Modern, clean, very professional and friendly staff, decent size room, stable shower temperature, nice view, next to a mall with good food and coffee options
Reviewed on 31 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tambora
Mangga Besar
Bars and shopping are notable features of Mangga Besar. You might consider stopping by Plaza Glodok while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Taman Sari
Shopping, historical sites and spas are some highlights of Taman Sari. Make a stop by Lokasari Plaza or Mangga Dua Square while you're exploring.
Grogol
Shopping, art galleries and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Grogol. Check out Central Park Mall or Taman Anggrek Mall while you're exploring the area.
Old Jakarta
Theme parks, shopping and cafes are some highlights of Old Jakarta. Make a stop by Jakarta History Museum or Mangga Dua Square while you're exploring.
Gambir
Monuments, museums and shopping are some highlights of Gambir. Make a stop by Merdeka Palace or National Monument while you're exploring.
Ancol
Unique features of Ancol include the seaside views and restaurants. Make a stop by Dunia Fantasi or Allianz Ecopark Ancol while you're exploring the area.
