Jakarta is a sprawling metropolis on Java’s north coast and the political and commercial centre of Indonesia. Its scale can be challenging, but private guiding reveals layers of colonial history, diverse communities and contemporary urban culture.
Experiencing the region
Kota Tua and the old port provide historical context, while museums, markets, galleries and an increasingly sophisticated restaurant scene show very different sides of the capital.
Planning your stay
For most luxury itineraries Jakarta is a short stay, but using that time well creates a valuable introduction to modern Indonesia before travelling into Java or onward across the archipelago.
