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
What to expect
35m
Seeing the Peranakan style house of the last former Chinese Major in Batavia
Dharma Bhakti Temple
20m
See the oldest temple in Jakarta
Santa Maria de Fatima Church
10m
See a Catholic church with Chinese architecture
20m
Witnessing community harmony in Chinatown
12m
Passing through an area that in colonial times were opium shops and prostitution parlour in Glodok
15m
Be introduced to snacks and comfort food of Chinese Indonesian and see the assimilation of Indonesian and Chinese food.
Petak Enam Di Chandra
25m · Admission ticket included
see a demonstration of how to drink tea in the era of the Chinese empire
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
in front of the Chandra Naya building
End point
Pieces of Peace Tea House
Additional information
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
Please prepare to wear comfortable clothes & shoes(Jakarta’s weather is all-time warm and humid)
This tour is not recommended/suitable for wheelchair and baby stroller
The tour is free for infant (0-3 years).
Adult and children (3-12 years old) share the same fare
Children must be accompanied by adult
The tour will still run either sunny or rainy conditions.
Length of walking : 4-4,5 km
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
