Surabaya is Indonesia’s second-largest city and the commercial centre of East Java. Its role as a port and its importance in Indonesia’s independence story give the city a strong historical identity.
Experiencing the region
Historic districts, markets and local cuisine provide interest for travellers with time, while the city’s transport links make it strategically important for journeys through eastern Java.
Planning your stay
Surabaya is usually best used as a well-planned gateway rather than the centrepiece of an itinerary, particularly for routes towards Mount Bromo and beyond.
