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Things to do in Jakarta

Indonesia's sprawling capital, with the Dutch-era old town, the schooners of Sunda Kelapa, Chinatown food lanes and the National Monument.

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Neighborhood

Fatahillah Square

The main square of the Dutch-era old town, ringed by the former city hall and museums.Entry: Free to visit; museums charge separately
Food

Glodok Chinatown food lanes

Jakarta's Chinatown, with market lanes, temples and long-running stalls selling noodles and snacks.Entry: Pay as you go
Mosque

Istiqlal Mosque

Indonesia's national mosque, a vast white prayer hall facing the cathedral across the street.Entry: Free to visit; modest dressSearch tours on Klook
Church

Jakarta Cathedral

A neo-Gothic Catholic cathedral with twin spires, opposite Istiqlal Mosque.Entry: Free to visit; respect servicesSearch tours on Klook
Food

Jalan Sabang food street

A central street known for evening street food, from satay and fried rice to noodle stalls.Entry: Pay as you go
Viewpoint

National Monument (Monas)

A tall obelisk topped with a gilded flame in Merdeka Square, with a viewing deck near the top.Entry: Closed Mondays; confirm current tower access. Closed MondaysSearch tickets and tours on Klook
Viewpoint

Sunda Kelapa harbor

Jakarta's old port, where wooden phinisi schooners still load cargo along the quay.Entry: Rp[fee]; confirm visitor access at this working harborSearch tickets and tours on Klook