Explore the richness and diversity of Indonesian local life in Jakarta. The walking tour begins at Chinatown, inviting you into the oldest Chinese Batavia temple in Jakarta, the epicentre of Chinese related festivities. Trod into the old town of Jakarta, known as Batavia, and discover Jakarta’s Dutch-influenced architecture.
What would the city of Jakarta be without its locals? Follow your guide to Jakarta's historical port, Sunda Kalapa and curiously observe how locals work on traditional wooden boats.
Get swept up by the streets of Jakarta as you ride on the tuk-tuk to your final local spot at their famous fish harbour, Pasar Ikan. Are you hungry yet? This could be a good place to show off some Indonesian phrases to order fresh fish.
You will be left with a deep impression of Jakarta, an insider’s guide into the Indonesian way of living and historical insights that will leave you curious for more.
This is known to be the oldest Chinese Batavia temple in Jakarta. It is located in Glodok, an ancient Chinese neighbourhood in Jakarta. Chinese people gather here to worship and celebrate many Chinese festivals. In the courtyard, The Lantern Festival was celebrated as well as the Hungry Ghost Festival. In this neighbourhood, you are bound to meet Batavia Chinese residents and traders.
Fatahillah Square is the historical centre of the old Batavia. The square is located in the middle of Jakarta's Old Town. Admire the Dutch-influenced architecture, the Draw Bridge, also known as the Diamond City Bride.
Sunda Kelapa Harbour is a historical port where locals make their living on the wooden boats, also known as pinisi, a traditional wooden sailing ship.
You will make your own way to the meeting points