Art:1 New Museum

Art:1 New Museum is a dynamic art gallery and exhibition space that specialises in contemporary Indonesian painting and sculpture. The museum not only showcases established artists but also provides a platform for emerging talents, offering a fresh and diverse artistic perspective. Special exhibitions and interactive installations often feature, ensuring that every visit offers something new and inspiring.

• Web:

  www.art1museum.com

• Address:

  Jalan Rajawali Selatan Raya No.3, Gn. Sahari Utara, Kecamatan Sawah Besar, Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

• Phone:

  +62 21 64700168

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 10am–4pm, Mon closed

Istiqlal Mosque

This huge modern mosque stands on the northeast side of Taman Merdeka, with its graceful dome and soaring minaret reflected in a mirror-like pool. Completed in 1978, it was designed by the Indonesian architect Frederic Silaban (himself a Christian), and it's the largest mosque in Southeast Asia, with room for more than 10,000 worshipers.

• Web:

  https://eng.istiqlal.or.id

• Address:

  Jalan Taman Wijaya Kusuma, Ps. Baru, Kecamatan Sawah Besar, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

• Phone:

  +62 21 3811708

• Opening hours:

  Daily 4am–9pm

Jakarta Cathedral (The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption)

Jakarta Cathedral, officially known as The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, stands as a magnificent example of neo-Gothic architecture in the heart of Indonesia’s bustling capital. Completed in 1901, this remarkable cathedral is not only a place of worship but also a symbol of Jakarta's diverse cultural and religious heritage. Visitors can marvel at its intricate stained glass windows, towering spires, and the grand pipe organ that adds to its historic charm. Located opposite the Istiqlal Mosque, the largest mosque in Southeast Asia, the cathedral highlights Jakarta’s unique juxtaposition of religious landmarks, reflecting the city’s spirit of tolerance and harmony.

• Address:

  Jalan Katedral No.7B, Ps. Baru, Kecamatan Sawah Besar, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

• Phone:

  +62 21 3519186

• Opening hours:

  Mon & Tue, Thu–Sat 8am–8pm, Sun 8am–3pm, Wed closed

Jakarta History Museum

The Jakarta History Museum, housed in a stately 17th-century building that once served as the town hall of Dutch Batavia, offers a compelling journey through Indonesia’s colonial past. Dedicated to the Dutch era, the museum meticulously chronicles the nearly four centuries of Dutch rule, with special emphasis on the independence struggle that ultimately freed Indonesia. Visitors can explore a rich array of artefacts, maps, and exhibits that vividly bring to life the historical narrative of Jakarta and its evolution from colonial outpost to bustling modern capital.

• Address:

  Taman Fatahillah No.1, Pinangsia, Kec. Taman Sari, Kota Jakarta Barat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

• Phone:

  +62 21 6929101

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sun 9am–3pm, Mon closed

Jakarta History Museum

Built in 1710 and located in the Old Town, this museum houses a remarkable collection of 19th and 20th-century paintings, sculptures, and ceramics by artists and craftsmen from Europe, Indonesia, and elsewhere in Asia.

• Address:

  Taman Fatahillah No.1, Pinangsia, Kec. Taman Sari, Kota Jakarta Barat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

• Phone:

  +62 21 6929101

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sun 9am–3pm, Mon closed

Jakarta Old Town

To get a sample of the original Jakarta, a visit to the Old Town is a must. Stroll around, take a look at the old houses, and soak up the genuine atmosphere of Jakarta's allure.

• Address:

  Jalan Kali Besar Timur, Jakarta