10 TOP Things to Do in East Java (2025 Activity Guide)

Most popular experiences in East Java

Tours & day trips

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From Bali: 24-Hour Kawah Ijen Blue Flames, Dinner & Room

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History & culture

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Banyuwangi/Bali: Ijen Blue Fire Tour With Transport Option

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Cruises & boat tours

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2-Day Mount Ijen Trekking Adventure

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What to do in East Java

Popular places to visit

Mount Bromo

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Bromo during your travels in Wonokitri. Take in the jazz scene and mountain views in the area.

Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, a lovely green space in Senduro. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's sunrises.

Tunjungan Plaza

During your visit to Surabaya, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Tunjungan Plaza. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

Pakuwon Mall

During your visit to Surabaya, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Pakuwon Mall. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

Ketapang Ferry Port

Explore the waterfront in Kalipuro with a trip to Ketapang Ferry Port. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Surabaya Plaza Shopping Mall

During your trip to Surabaya, you can enjoy retail therapy at Surabaya Plaza Shopping Mall. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

Grand City Surabaya

During your trip to Surabaya, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Grand City Surabaya. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

Alun Alun Bangil

Explore the great outdoors at Alun Alun Bangil, a lovely green space in Bangil.

MOG Mall Olympic Garden

You can learn about the history of Kauman when you stop by MOG Mall Olympic Garden.

Areas of East Java

Surabaya Center

While you're in Surabaya Center, take in top sights like Tunjungan Plaza and jump on the metro at Ngagel Station to see more of the city.

Gubeng

You might enjoy the bars while you're in Gubeng, and if you want to see some more of the larger Surabaya area, you can catch a ride on the metro at Ngagel Station.

Klojen

While visiting Klojen, you might make a stop by sights like MOG Mall Olympic Garden and Alun-Alun Kota.

Ketintang

Ketintang is well-liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Royal Plaza Surabaya and Surabaya Zoo are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Embong Kaliasin

While visiting Embong Kaliasin, you might make a stop by sights like Surabaya Plaza Shopping Mall and World Trade Centre.

Blimbing

If you're passing through Blimbing, you may want to check out its restaurants. From there, jump on the metro at Blimbing Station to see more of the area.