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 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.
Museum Bank Indonesia
Take a fascinating tour of Indonesian history from a financial and trade viewpoint via this museum’s interactive and multimedia exhibits.
Pancoran Chinatown Point
You can do some window-shopping 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 when you spend time at Petak Sembilan Street Market. Visit the spas and shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Halfday Excursion Old city Batavia with Lunch and Souvenir
Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street
Full Day Private Jakarta Tour(Inc Lunch, Puppet show, & Souvenir)
Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food
Jakarta Half Day Private Tour ( 5 hours or less )
Top hotels in Tambora
Holiday Inn & Suites Jakarta Gajah Mada by IHG
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025
Artotel Gelora Senayan Jakarta
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2025
Grand Tjokro Jakarta
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2024
Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025
Shangri-La Jakarta
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025
Grand Hyatt Jakarta
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tambora
Mangga Besar
Bars and shopping are notable features of Mangga Besar. You might consider a stop by Plaza Glodok while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Taman Sari
Shopping, historic sites, and spas are some highlights of Taman Sari. Make a stop by Mangga Dua Square or Pasar Baru while you're exploring.
Grogol
Shopping, art galleries, and spas are just a few things travelers enjoy about Grogol. Check out Central Park Mall or Taman Anggrek Mall while you're exploring the area.
Gambir
Monuments, museums, and shopping are just a few things travelers enjoy about Gambir. Check out Merdeka Palace or Istiqlal Mosque while you're exploring the area.
Old Jakarta
Theme parks, shopping, and cafes highlight some of the noteworthy features of Old Jakarta. Make a stop by Jakarta History Museum or Mangga Dua Square while you're exploring the neighborhood.
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.