🏙️ 3-Day Jakarta Itinerary

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(Theme: Urban buzz, Indonesian flavors, and a dash of hidden gems)

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🏛️ Day 1 – Jakarta’s Historic & Civic Heart

Morning
• 🍳 Breakfast at Titik Temu Coffee Senopati – cozy vibes + specialty coffee
• 🏛️ Visit Monas (National Monument) – go to the top for city views
• 🖼️ Explore National Museum (Museum Gajah) – gold, ceramics, & history galore

Afternoon
• 🍜 Lunch at Sate Khas Senayan – try satay, gado-gado, or soto Betawi
• 🚶♀️ Stroll around Lapangan Banteng & old Dutch buildings nearby
• 🛍️ Quick stop at Grand Indonesia Mall – shop or chill in air-con (great for escaping the heat)

Evening
• 🍽️ Dinner at Plataran Menteng – elegant restaurant in a colonial house with Indonesian fine dining
• 🍸 Optional: Cocktails at Henshin (rooftop bar with city views)
• 💤 Stay at: ARTOTEL Thamrin, Morrissey Hotel, or Hotel Indonesia Kempinski

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🎨 Day 2 – Culture, Arts & Local Markets

Morning
• ☕ Light breakfast at Giyanti Coffee Roastery
• 🎨 Visit MACAN Museum (Modern and Contemporary Art in Nusantara) – Indonesia’s top modern art museum
• 🧵 Walk through Tanah Abang or Thamrin City for batik shopping & local goods

Afternoon
• 🍛 Lunch at Lara Djonggrang – uniquely designed restaurant with mythical Javanese vibes
• 📸 Visit Kota Tua (Old Town Jakarta) – historic square, street art, vintage bicycles
• 🖼️ Stop by Fatahillah Museum or Wayang Museum (traditional puppets!)

Evening
• 🛥️ Optional: Sunset drinks/dinner at Batavia Café (colonial charm)
• 🎶 Or live music at Jaya Pub (local bar scene)
• 💤 Stay in Kota Tua or return to CBD area

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🌿 Day 3 – Nature & Jakarta Like a Local

Morning
• 🥐 Brunch at Monolog or Six Ounces Coffee
• 🌳 Visit Taman Mini Indonesia Indah – cultural park with replicas of traditional houses from across Indonesia
(Or if you’re into animals: visit Ragunan Zoo – huge & shady with orangutans)

Afternoon
• 🧺 Lunch at Sana Sini Restaurant (international buffet at Pullman Hotel)
• 🛶 Optional boat ride in Ancol Dreamland or walk along the waterfront
• 🛍️ Grab last souvenirs from Alun-Alun Indonesia shop at Grand Indonesia

Evening
• 🍴 Farewell dinner at Kaum Jakarta – elevated Indonesian cuisine in a cool setting
• ✈️ Head to airport (leave at least 3 hours early due to Jakarta traffic!)

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💡 Travel Tips:
• 🚕 Use Grab or Gojek for safe, cashless rides
• 💸 Always carry small rupiah bills (some markets/cafés don’t take cards)
• 🕒 Expect traffic jams, especially from 7–10 AM and 4–8 PM
• 📶 Local SIM cards are cheap & helpful – try Telkomsel or XL Axiata