Bandung lies in a highland basin southeast of Jakarta, with volcanic mountains and tea-growing country close to the city. Its cooler climate has long made it a retreat from the heat of the capital.
Experiencing the region
Art Deco architecture, markets, restaurants and creative businesses give urban Bandung character, while excursions lead to crater landscapes, plantations and mountain scenery.
Planning your stay
Bandung is most rewarding when treated as part of a wider West Java journey rather than a quick city break, allowing the surrounding highlands to share equal billing with the city.
