There are many experiences to be enjoyed in this Indonesian cosmopolitan.
There is nothing as exciting as planning a holiday on a tropical paradise such as Indonesia. However, as the plan is not to lie around in your hotel room asking for room service, you must have a few ideas of how to make the best of your holiday. Many holiday makers wonder what they will do when they get to their holiday destination.
Jakarta is a bustling city in Indonesia that has a lot more to offer if you look past the congestion and the mess. For some travelers, that is half the excitement. There are many experiences to be enjoyed in this Indonesian cosmopolitan.
Some of the things you will find here include international-standard accommodations from some of the best hotels in the nation. As you check in and settle in your hotel Indonesia Jakarta, you can begin making plans for an exciting stay in the city.
Helpful suggestions about things to do
The essence of a holiday is to relax and enjoy new experiences in a new environment away from the familiarity of home. Jakarta promises her visitors just that. Here are a few of the most exciting things to do in Jakarta.
Enjoy the best view of the city
Monas – The National Monument
The National Monument (Monas) is a towering structure that offers visitors an incredible view of the city below. It embodies Indonesia’s struggle and is also a magnificent specimen of the architecture you expect to see in the city.
Visitors take beautiful pictures high above the city as well as below with the monument in the background. It is a great way to create memories of an amazing holiday.
The nightlife
Jakarta is a 24-hour cosmopolitan. You can be up all night to enjoy the beautiful nightlife with friends and family. The city is well lit with myriads of dazzling lights illuminating the skyline and the bars and other night spots are always teeming with life and merriment.
Visit the malls
Do some shopping in Jakarta. There are more malls than you can visit. Aside from shopping, you can go bowling in the malls, find some nice boutiques with the latest trends and buy souvenirs for friends and family back home.
Visit Taman Mini Indonesia Indah
TMII is a lovely miniature park located in the eastern part of Jakarta. The literal interpretation is ‘Beautiful Indonesian Miniature Park’. If you are interested in the Indonesian culture, this is the place to be. The park is a mini Indonesia that can be viewed from above if you ride in a cable car. The view is absolutely stunning.
Jalan Surabaya
Antique enthusiasts will get a kick from strolling down Surabaya Street. You might even come across a few pieces that you simply cannot leave behind. You might need to find an expert who will be able to tell the authentic antiques from the fake. You might come across a few unsavoury traders who will try to pass off a few fakes as the real stuff.
Enjoy traditional indonesian cuisine
One of the experiences any visitor wants to experience especially in a different culture is the food. You will not have truly experienced Indonesia without sampling some of the local cuisine. Your taste buds will be pleasantly surprised.
There are hundreds of restaurants and cafes in Jakarta that make delicious Indonesian food. However, if you are not keen on the traditional food, you will find many varieties of other foods including Chinese, Indian, French and so much more.
The Car Free Day (CFD)
Stay in Jakarta on a Sunday and experience the Car Free day. You can stroll along on Sudirman-Thamrin Street along with many others and enjoy a rare monoxide-free day in large city. However, this pleasure is short-lived as it lasts only till noon.
You will also enjoy seeing many different communities gathered in one place. Hundreds of people, visitors and locals alike come out during Car Free Day to enjoy the phenomenon of a major street without one vehicle on it.
Conclusion
Visitors are spoiled for choice in Jakarta and there is never a dull moment. There are lots of places to go and hundreds of things to do. You can also lounge around the swimming pool on a sunny afternoon and enjoy some bonding with friends and family.
