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Travel Guide for Jakarta

Jakarta off the beaten path

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Jakarta off the beaten path
The Sunda Kelapa Port and Old Harbour area are often missed by visitors. This is the home to the worlds last wind powered sailing trade fleet and the harbour itself is busy with trade from the nearby islands. This is the gateway to the Kepulauan Seribu (1000 islands).
Good for: Families, Groups, Seniors, Individuals
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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Thousand Islands, Jakarta
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Thousand Islands, Jakarta
4.0 of 5 stars 136 Reviews

Scattered through Jakarta Bay are the 1000 Islands, Palau Seribu. Known for great beaches, diving, and holiday travel, these make a great day trip or weekend getaway.

Fee: Yes      Duration of visit: More than 3 hours
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Bersih Sehat Mayestik
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4.0 of 5 stars 28 Reviews

This is a high end luxury spa where you can relax and let the stress melt away.

Fee: Yes      Duration of visit: 1-2 hours
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National Archives Museum
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National Archives Museum
4.0 of 5 stars 12 Reviews

Beautiful historic buildings and grounds of the former Governor of Batavia.

Fee: No      Duration of visit: 2-3 hours
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Textile Museum (Museum Tekstil)
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Textile Museum (Museum Tekstil)
4.0 of 5 stars 33 Reviews

At this museum tourists learn the history and methods of the traditional art of Javanese batik.

Fee: Yes      Duration of visit: 2-3 hours
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Museum Satria Mandala (Armed Forces Museum)
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Museum Satria Mandala (Armed Forces Museum)
3.5 of 5 stars 11 Reviews

The Armed Forces Museum of Jakarta, Museum Satria Mandala is a must see. Dioramas, small arms displays, vehicles, history and an impressive collection of cannon, aircraft, and more.

Fee: Yes      Duration of visit: 2-3 hours
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Vago Chris Damitio is the Editor in Chief of Vagobond.com and has made his life revolve around world travel.

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