Jakarta Private Full-Day Guided Tour of National Monument, Istiqlal Mosque, Old Town and More
by Ekaputra Tour
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This private full-day bus tour of Jakarta lasts about 7 to 8 hours and covers the city’s main historical and cultural sites. It begins with a drive through Merdeka Square, passing the Presidential Palace and the Arjuna Wijaya Statue. The tour stops at the National Monument (Monas), a 132-meter-tall tower symbolizing Indonesia’s independence, including visits to the basement dioramas and Independence Room when the monument is open. Next, the tour visits Istiqlal Mosque, the largest mosque in Southeast Asia, where guests can enter on days other than Friday when only exterior views are possible. Across the street is Jakarta Cathedral, built in neo-Gothic style with stained glass windows and a unique altar. The tour continues to Glodok Chinatown to see a traditional wet market and try Indonesian snacks and tropical fruits. Then it visits the Dharma Bhakti Temple, Jakarta’s oldest Confucian temple, still active for worship and ceremonies. The guide takes guests to Jakarta Old Town, known for its canals and Dutch colonial architecture, often called “Little Amsterdam.” At the Jakarta History Museum (Fatahillah Museum), housed in the former Dutch city hall, visitors see artifacts and maps illustrating Jakarta’s past, except on Mondays when it is closed. The tour includes a stop at the Makutharama Puppet Studio to learn about Indonesian puppetry and possibly see a live performance. It ends at Pelabuhan Sunda Kelapa, Jakarta’s oldest port still active today, where traditional Phinisi wooden boats are docked. Included are private transportation with air conditioning, an English-speaking guide, all entrance fees, bottled water, donations at Istiqlal Mosque and the Old Temple, parking fees, and pickup and drop-off from hotels or the Jakarta Cruise Port. The National Monument and Jakarta History Museum are closed on Mondays and Istiqlal Mosque is closed on Fridays, with visits limited to outside views on those days.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Merdeka Square
Drive through Independence Square, the center of Indonesia’s government, including views of the Presidential Palace and the Arjuna Wijaya Statue.
National Monument (MONAS)
Visit the 132-meter-tall National Monument symbolizing Indonesia’s independence. Explore the basement with 48 dioramas of national history, and the Independence Room featuring the Proclamation Gate, the Garuda national emblem, and a gold-plated map of Indonesia. Closed on Mondays.
60 min
Istiqlal Mosque
See Istiqlal Mosque, the largest in Southeast Asia and sixth largest worldwide by capacity. It is located opposite Jakarta Cathedral and represents peace and religious tolerance. Closed on Fridays; visits limited to outside on that day.
30 min
Jakarta Cathedral
Visit the neo-Gothic Cathedral built in 1891 on Jalan Lapangan Banteng Utara. The church has tall towers, stained glass windows, and three main altars arranged in a semi-circle including a historic altar designed for sound reflection.
30 min
Glodok Chinatown
Explore a traditional wet market with bustling stalls showing daily life, local community activities, and offering Indonesian snacks and tropical fruits.
30 min
Dharma Bhakti Temple
Visit Jakarta’s oldest Confucian temple, which remains active for worship, ceremonies, and preserving Chinese traditions.
30 min
Jakarta Old Town
Walk through the former Dutch colonial government center, known as “Little Amsterdam” for its canals and classic Dutch architecture.
30 min
Jakarta History Museum (Fatahillah Museum)
Tour the museum housed in the former Dutch city hall in Old Town. It displays artifacts, historic maps, and stories from Jakarta’s origins to independence. Closed on Mondays.
60 min
Makutharama Puppet Studio
Meet traditional puppet masters, learn how puppets are made, see them in action, and view a collection of wayang from across Indonesia. A live puppet performance may be available.
30 min
Pelabuhan Sunda Kelapa
Visit Jakarta’s oldest port, once central to Dutch spice trade control. It remains active for domestic shipping, with traditional Phinisi wooden boats moored along the harbor.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Jakarta Private Full-Day Guided Tour of National Monument, Istiqlal Mosque, Old Town and More
by Ekaputra Tour
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$130Overview
This private full-day bus tour of Jakarta lasts about 7 to 8 hours and covers the city’s main historical and cultural sites. It begins with a drive through Merdeka Square, passing the Presidential Palace and the Arjuna Wijaya Statue. The tour stops at the National Monument (Monas), a 132-meter-tall tower symbolizing Indonesia’s independence, including visits to the basement dioramas and Independence Room when the monument is open. Next, the tour visits Istiqlal Mosque, the largest mosque in Southeast Asia, where guests can enter on days other than Friday when only exterior views are possible. Across the street is Jakarta Cathedral, built in neo-Gothic style with stained glass windows and a unique altar. The tour continues to Glodok Chinatown to see a traditional wet market and try Indonesian snacks and tropical fruits. Then it visits the Dharma Bhakti Temple, Jakarta’s oldest Confucian temple, still active for worship and ceremonies. The guide takes guests to Jakarta Old Town, known for its canals and Dutch colonial architecture, often called “Little Amsterdam.” At the Jakarta History Museum (Fatahillah Museum), housed in the former Dutch city hall, visitors see artifacts and maps illustrating Jakarta’s past, except on Mondays when it is closed. The tour includes a stop at the Makutharama Puppet Studio to learn about Indonesian puppetry and possibly see a live performance. It ends at Pelabuhan Sunda Kelapa, Jakarta’s oldest port still active today, where traditional Phinisi wooden boats are docked. Included are private transportation with air conditioning, an English-speaking guide, all entrance fees, bottled water, donations at Istiqlal Mosque and the Old Temple, parking fees, and pickup and drop-off from hotels or the Jakarta Cruise Port. The National Monument and Jakarta History Museum are closed on Mondays and Istiqlal Mosque is closed on Fridays, with visits limited to outside views on those days.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Merdeka Square
Drive through Independence Square, the center of Indonesia’s government, including views of the Presidential Palace and the Arjuna Wijaya Statue.
National Monument (MONAS)
Visit the 132-meter-tall National Monument symbolizing Indonesia’s independence. Explore the basement with 48 dioramas of national history, and the Independence Room featuring the Proclamation Gate, the Garuda national emblem, and a gold-plated map of Indonesia. Closed on Mondays.
60 min
Istiqlal Mosque
See Istiqlal Mosque, the largest in Southeast Asia and sixth largest worldwide by capacity. It is located opposite Jakarta Cathedral and represents peace and religious tolerance. Closed on Fridays; visits limited to outside on that day.
30 min
Jakarta Cathedral
Visit the neo-Gothic Cathedral built in 1891 on Jalan Lapangan Banteng Utara. The church has tall towers, stained glass windows, and three main altars arranged in a semi-circle including a historic altar designed for sound reflection.
30 min
Glodok Chinatown
Explore a traditional wet market with bustling stalls showing daily life, local community activities, and offering Indonesian snacks and tropical fruits.
30 min
Dharma Bhakti Temple
Visit Jakarta’s oldest Confucian temple, which remains active for worship, ceremonies, and preserving Chinese traditions.
30 min
Jakarta Old Town
Walk through the former Dutch colonial government center, known as “Little Amsterdam” for its canals and classic Dutch architecture.
30 min
Jakarta History Museum (Fatahillah Museum)
Tour the museum housed in the former Dutch city hall in Old Town. It displays artifacts, historic maps, and stories from Jakarta’s origins to independence. Closed on Mondays.
60 min
Makutharama Puppet Studio
Meet traditional puppet masters, learn how puppets are made, see them in action, and view a collection of wayang from across Indonesia. A live puppet performance may be available.
30 min
Pelabuhan Sunda Kelapa
Visit Jakarta’s oldest port, once central to Dutch spice trade control. It remains active for domestic shipping, with traditional Phinisi wooden boats moored along the harbor.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.