Must-see attractions in Indonesia

  • Morning Market

    Bukit Peninsula

    This is one of the best markets in Bali for a visit because it’s compact, so you can see a lot without wandering forever. Local chefs swear by the quality…

  • Pria Lot Falls

    Aceh

    Signposted off the main road about 8km from Gapang are the Pria Lot Falls. It's a five-minute scramble over rocks to reach the beautiful waterfall, but…

  • Suluban Beach

    Bukit Peninsula

    While others paddle out to the Ulu Watu surf breaks, you can linger on this strip of sand in an uberdramatic setting: limestone cliffs and caves surround…

  • Wakatobi National Park

    Sulawesi

    First protected as Marine Conservation Area in 1996, the diverse coral and fish species that inhabit Wakatobi Islands have long caught the attention of…

  • Tonyraka Art Lounge

    Ubud Region

    One of the premier galleries in the Ubud area, showing top-notch Balinese tribal and contemporary art. Come to browse, buy and to enjoy lunch or a coffee…

  • Ikat Market

    Flores

    The ikat market sells hand-woven tapestries from across Flores and Sumba. Bargaining is acceptable, but bear in mind you're expected to make good on any…

  • Pana'

    Tana Toraja

    Whether its claim to be the oldest known baby grave in Toraja is accurate or not, this site is definitely one of the more compelling. The minimal…

  • Sangkring Art Space

    Yogyakarta

    Located about 3km southwest of the kraton, this elegant space hosts contemporary exhibitions and includes an attractive cafe where local artists gather…

  • Mesjid Raya

    Medan

    The impressive Grand Mosque was commissioned by the Sultan of Deli in 1906. The Moroccan-style building has a grand entrance, towering ceilings, ornate…

  • Pasar Syketeng

    Sumbawa

    Rise early and hit the steamy, exotic Pasar Syketeng. Its dank alleyways come alive as young and old descend to barter and haggle for every conceivable…

  • Grand Bali Beach Hotel

    Sanur

    Built in the Sukarno-era, this vast hotel is now slowly fading away. Local leaders, properly horrified at its outsized bulk, imposed the famous rule that…

  • Pura Puseh Batuan & Pura Dasar Batuan

    Ubud Region

    Just west of the centre, these twin temples are among Bali's oldest. They're accessible studies in classic Balinese temple architecture, with elaborate…

  • Pantai Ohoidertutu

    Maluku

    Down at the island's cape, you'll discover an absolutely magnificent sweep of powdery white sand known as Pantai Ohoidertutu. You'll likely have it all to…

  • Air Terjun Jukut

    Lombok

    A steep 2km hike from the car park at the end of the access road to Gunung Rinjani National Park leads to beautiful Air Terjun Jukut, an impressive 20m…

  • Semarang Gallery

    Semarang

    In the middle of the old quarter, this wonderful art gallery occupies an old Dutch warehouse and is dedicated to Indonesian contemporary art. Some of the…

  • Lemba Harau

    West Sumatra

    Lemba Harau and other waterfalls in the Harau Valley attract day trippers from Bukittinggi, particularly during the rainy season; if the weather’s been…

  • Pulau Neilaka

    Banda Islands

    Off the northern tip of Run are the postcard-perfect, powdery white sands of Pulau Neilaka, an islet so small you can explore it in 10 minutes, drinking…

  • British Cemetery

    Sumatra

    A fascinating remnant from the British rule in Bengkulu is this historical cemetery featuring gravestones of the English dating back to 1770. It's a well…

  • Green School

    Ubud Region

    Just south of Mambal, this school has enjoyed a lot of hype as much for its unorthodox curriculum as its flamboyant and innovative bamboo architecture by…

  • Benteng Vredeburg

    Yogyakarta

    The old Dutch fort, with its impressive moat, is a popular destination for school outings, as it communicates Indonesia's recent history through engaging…

  • Taman Alam Lumbini

    North Sumatra

    Located 6km east of Berastagi, this gleaming golden Buddhist temple is a replica of the famous Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon, Myanmar. You'll need to arrange…

  • Pantai Bumbangku

    South Lombok

    Follow a narrow track off the main road for 2.5km and you'll find this idyllic and often deserted beach across the bay from Gerupuk. The structures you…

  • Goa Hawang Caves

    Maluku

    Off the road to Letvuan are these striking limestone grottoes with luminous blue water that's great to swim in, plus resident bats and big spiders. The…

  • Mesjid Jamik

    East Java

    Looking more like an extravagant city gateway than a mosque, Sumenep’s 18th-century Mesjid Jamik is notable for its three-tiered Meru-style roof, Chinese…

  • Pulau Tikus

    Sumatra

    Reachable via a 30-to-40-minute fishing boat ride (from 750,000Rp), this small island 15km west of Bengkulu is surrounded by coral reef, making it an…

  • Museum Panataran

    East Java

    Three hundred metres southeast of the turn-off to the Panataran Hindu temples, the Museum Panataran has an impressive collection of statuary from the…

  • Pura Puseh

    Nusa Lembongan

    At the north end of town where the island's main road passes, you can ascend a long stone staircase to Pura Puseh, the village temple. It has great views…

  • Pantai Nelayan

    Canggu

    A collection of fishing boats and huts marks this very mellow stretch of sand. Depending on the river levels, it can be an easy walk from here to Pantais…

  • Pasar

    Flores

    Meander through the aromatic market that stretches from the waterfront into the streets. Expect plastic tubs of vegetables, fruit and an astonishing…

  • Air Terjun Tiga Tingkat

    West Sumatra

    This spectacular three-storey waterfall is close to Teluk Kabung, by the village of Koto Lubuk Hitam. It’s an hour’s hike up to the base of the falls for…

  • Pantai Dagong

    South Lombok

    What a sight! An utterly empty and seemingly endless white beach backed by azure breakers. To get here, drive south 6.5km from Ekas over the rough but…

  • Bingin Beach

    Bukit Peninsula

    One of Bukit's classic surf breaks, Bingin is also famous as a beach hang-out with spectacular views. You reach the beach down a long set of stairs from…

  • Kuta Reef Beach

    Kuta & Legian

    Some still call this beach 'Pantai Jerman', a legacy of some long-forgotten early surfing tourist. It's nicely low-key, with beer vendors and surfboard…

  • Pura Dalem Ning Lan Taman Beji

    Bukit Peninsula

    Tanjung Benoa's main Hindu temple features a nicely carved triple entrance. It's a short walk from the peninsula's Chinese Buddhist temple and the mosque.

  • Ballapeu'

    Sulawesi

    High in the Balla district, Ballapeu' has a fine collection of over 100 traditional houses. Women here are experts in traditional weaving.

  • Legian Beach

    Kuta & Legian

    An extension north from Kuta Beach, Legian Beach is quieter thanks to the lack of a raucous road parallel to the beach and fewer people.

  • Caow Eng Bio

    Bukit Peninsula

    While strolling Tanjung Benoa's narrow lanes, you'll come across the brightly coloured Caow Eng Bio, an ornate Chinese Buddhist temple.

  • Pantai Belongas

    South Lombok

    Remote, powdery white and all yours for as long as you wish to enjoy it. This is a destination for Robinson Crusoe wannabes.

  • Fishing Boats

    Sanur

    Just south of the old Hyatt is a long area where multihued fishing boats are pulled ashore and repaired under the trees.

  • Pulau Do’o

    Nusa Tenggara

    Pulau Do’o is a flat spit of pale golden sand with terrific though finicky surf. You can see it from Pantai Nemberala.

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