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 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 shops and spas in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

Best of Lombok: Tribe Villages, Traditions & Waterfalls

Indonesia Firsty eSim - Free Roaming Mobile Data

Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street

Full Day Private Jakarta Tour(Inc Lunch, Puppet show, & Souvenir)

Jakarta: Private Half-Day Tour Highlight of Jakarta

Look at Jakarta Local Experience Tour With Boating
Top hotels in Tambora

Holiday Inn & Suites Jakarta Gajah Mada by IHG
Very clean! The best staff and service I’ve ever seen. Extremely delicious breakfast.
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025

Ashley Tang Menteng Jakarta
Clean room, superb staff, nice breakfast, central location, free laundromat is a big plus.
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Ashley Wahid Hasyim Jakarta
Excellent stay — great hotel, super helpful staff, especially Saskia who was very cooperative and helpful.
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2025

Grand Hyatt Jakarta
Outstanding
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta
yes
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

Shangri-La Jakarta
Front desk staff was extremely helpful despite the hotel was very busy with full occupancy
Reviewed on Dec 7, 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 Lokasari Plaza or Mangga Dua Square 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.

Old Jakarta
Theme parks, shopping, and cafes highlight some of the noteworthy features of Old Jakarta. Make a stop by Taman Fatahillah or Jakarta History Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Gambir
Monuments, museums, and shopping are just a few things travelers enjoy about Gambir. Check out Merdeka Palace or National Monument while you're exploring the area.

Kebon Kacang
Kebon Kacang is well-liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Tanah Abang Market and Thamrin City Shopping Mall if you have time to explore the area.





