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 shops and spas in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Jakarta: Half-Day Highlights Tour
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
Top hotels in Tambora
Holiday Inn & Suites Jakarta Gajah Mada by IHG
Great service and safety, clean room and good breakfast.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Ashley Tang Menteng Jakarta
Noisy after 10pm from other rooms
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Ashley Wahid Hasyim Jakarta
Staff, amenities
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Grand Hyatt Jakarta
Outstanding
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
Mercure Jakarta Gatot Subroto
Can hear the sound of traffic
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah by IHG
Good place to stay with family room clean and staff friendly
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
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.
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.
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.
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.
