Jakarta Chinatown Private Tour

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Chinatown of Jakarta has a very long history which began during the Dutch East India Company occupation in the archipelago. In the past, the Company allocated the area for Chinese precint so that they would not lived inside the city walls of Batavia (old name of the city during Dutch occupation) after racial riot happened in 1740.

We will explore various places which are the silent witnesses of the existence of Chinese community during the ancient time. The culture is still standing strong. Visit the oldest Chinese temple in Jakarta which has been established since 1650 and a Peranakan "mansion" which gives an overview of how did they live. The community have lived in Batavia for centuries and the culture has assimilated well with  Indonesian culture which is reflected in its language, architecture, trade, and cuisine.

What's Included

Donation for some religious sites
Pocket map
English speaking guide
Mineral water
Batik cloth fan
Tea tasting session
Optional activities other than specified
Meals
Travel insurance
Guide tips
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

in front of the Chandra Naya building

End point

Pieces of Peace Tea House

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Seeing the Peranakan style house of the last former Chinese Major in Batavia

    35 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    See the oldest temple in Jakarta

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    See a Catholic church with Chinese architecture

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Witnessing community harmony in Chinatown

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Passing through an area that in colonial times were opium shops and prostitution parlour in Glodok

    12 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Be introduced to snacks and comfort food of Chinese Indonesian and see the assimilation of Indonesian and Chinese food.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7

    see a demonstration of how to drink tea in the era of the Chinese empire

    25 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please bring umbrella, in case of raining especially during rainiy season (October – April)
  • Method of travelling : Walking
  • Minimum and Maximum Pax : 1-15 Pax
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Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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