Istana Negara (State Palace)

This palace was built late in the 18th century by J.A. van Braam. Originally comprising two stories, it was purchased in 1820 by the Dutc...

Originally called Koningsplein Paleis, this palace established between 1873 and 1879 Originally called Koningsplein Paleis, this palace e...

This very classy, comfortable cigar bar lies a short distance from Jakarta's National Monument. Cigar aficionados will be spoiled for cho...

One of the largest karaoke clubs in town, Lay Lay is perfectly situated in the heart of Jakarta's busiest trading district, making it the...

Jakarta's young and trendy frequent this flash disco, located smack bang in the center of Jakarta's Chinatown. Be prepared to dance the n...

This extravagantly beautiful mosque sits on nine and a half hectares of land. Ironically, President Soekarnoto chose a Christian architec...

Originally occupying five hectares of land, this cemetery shrank to 1.2 hectares due to the city's massive growth. The park still contain...

Directly adjacent to Taman Prasasti (Park of Memorial Stones), this small and unusual museum was developed to highlig...

Architects Cuypers and Hulswit established this Dutch Reformed Protestant church between 1913 and 1915. It was originally known as Gereja...

Standing at 132 meters and topped with 35 kilograms of gold, this imposing obelisk is Jakarta's most famous landmark. Construction starte...

Located in Mahakam Hotel in South Jakarta, this restaurant sits amid tasteful surroundings, with simple traditional Japanese-style furnit...

In contrast to the rather plain decor, this moderately-priced restaurant serves fiery North Indian cuisine. Munch on large Masala...

A distinctive round door greets visitors at the entrance of this authentic Korean restaurant, and a range of Korean artwork is on display...

This exceptional, family-owned Chinese restaurant has become internationally renowned over the years. The restaurant uses convenient plas...

This is a plush hotel coffee shop with a difference. In a smart atmosphere of wood, cane and brass, you can choose from the buffet or fro...

Cahaya Kota offers a wide range of Cantonese and Indonesian Chinese food. Located at the heart of Central Jakarta, the restaurant is popu...

This unassuming yet comfortable restaurant has been serving spicy Padang food since 1967. The decor is simple, with just a few artifacts...

This Tex-Mex restaurant serves burgers, ribs and wild rice. It is situated adjacent to Jakata's Hard Rock Café, and is surrounded by tall...

A family restaurant serving exotic Thai—style seafood prepared by experienced chefs from Thailand. The extensive menu focuses on fish, ki...

This is one of the best known and priciest Italian restaurants in town. The decor evokes a very smart New York brasserie, with an island...