Kota Tua Food Tour
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4.2/5
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Is Kota Tua Food Tour worth booking?
Kota Tua Food Tour is a 4-hour experience in Jakarta, Indonesia, from $64 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (6)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $64 per person
Jakarta was initially known as Batavia back in the Dutch colonial era. In Jakarta, there is a special district, which has the most powerful history of Batavia, called Kota Tua. The popularity of Kota Tua has gone up due
What you get
About this experience
Jakarta was initially known as Batavia back in the Dutch colonial era. In Jakarta, there is a special district, which has the most powerful history of Batavia, called Kota Tua. The popularity of Kota Tua has gone up due to its lovely location and the many heritage buildings. In which, some of the historical buildings and monuments showcase the beauty of old Jakarta that would make one’s thought wanders to the past. Same goes to the city’s multitude legendary dishes that truly reflect Batavia’s long and immense stories. Monday to Sunday 8.30am to 12.30pm
What's included
Included
- Small group capacity (maximum 8 people per guide)
- Legendary Indonesian curry
- Traditional Indonesian fried chicken
- Local Foodie Buddy (English speaking)
- Fine Batavia lunch
- Exploring the oldest Chinese temple in Jakarta
- Traditional Indonesian snacks
- Traditional Indonesian breakfast
- Legendary Old Jakarta Coffee
- 5-6 types of foods in 4 hours (small to medium portions )
- Start at 8.30 am to 12.30 pm
Not included
- Other entrance fees and expenses such as other meals, drinks, and shopping unless otherwise stated
- Hotel accommodation in Jakarta
- Hotel pick up and drop-off
- Tips and gratuities
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Jakarta
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Good Indonesian Food Tour
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Wear comfortable and relax clothing
- Vegan and vegetarian option available
- Please inform us for any food restriction
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Kota Tua Food Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Delicious food
I just had an amazing experience at Bistro Le Petit by ordering their legendary Beef Wellington. Presentation-wise, this dish is simply stunning; perfect beef cooked medium rare, wrapped in crispy and perfect pastry. The taste is equally impressive: the meat is tender and flavorful, accompanied by a rich red burgundy sauce and perfect mushroom duxelles. The service at this restaurant is also commendable. The waiters are friendly and polite
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Kota Tua Food Tour
Okty was my guide and she was a lovely person, nice personalty and knowledgable. We started in an old Chinatown Coffee shop and tasted Malaysian chicken and potato curry and chilli fried fish accompanied with Fried Bread. We moved into a wet market which was an eye opener and had delicious strong sweet iced coffee in a very old coffee wharehouse. More wandering through the wet market and then try Asinan Sayur a cousin to more famous Gado Gado. We then spent some time in the Indonesian Muesum in the old square which was interesting to appreciate the history. Final stop was the fantasticlly preserved slice of Colonial History that is the Batavia Café for another version of coffee with coconut milk and a version of Cendol. Overall interesting but light on tasting, no lunch as such and tour was finished by about 11,30 so only 3 hrs. Interesting but not value for money as I paid $80 as a single person.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your feedback and your trust in choosing us as your guide to explore our culinary heritage. Indeed, for single person the tour price would be higher compared to two people and more. When we designed the program, we want to make sure that the food tasted throughout the tour is more than enough to make us comfortably full but not making us too full, so we served on tasting menu rather than normal full size of menu. Once again thank you for your feedback.
via Viator
Quick foodie tour
My tour started at 9am, we walked into Chinatown and had a breakfast of 4 dishes, a fried bread, a chicken laska, gado gado and a type of fried chicken- all pretty good, (open sitting area stifling hot). Next headed off for a traditional coffee, again very good. Walked thru a Chinese temple, before taking a tuk-tuk to Dutch old town. Tour finished after 2.5hrs in beautiful old Batavia Cafe with 2 deserts.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review. Hope you had a great time with us.
via Viator
Wonderful Experience
I was toured alongside my school group and all 7 of us found Icha to be amazingly knowledgable and professional. The food locations we went to had a mix of budget authentic stalls to formal European restaurants. All in all, we would like to thank Icha for sharing such an incredible side of Jakarta and we look forward to coming again.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your your feedback. We are glad that you had a great time with us :)
via Viator
Private tour
I was lucky to be the only one on the tour and still have two tour guides! We even got to ride out of the tuk-tuks since I wouldn’t be able to negotiate a ride on my own. We walked all around Chinatown and ate many Indonesian and fusion things. We ended up at Cafe Batavia in the Square. My guides even stayed with me afterwards to take me to a coffee shop to buy beans! Most of the world’s coffee beans are grown in Indonesia and yet it’s hard to buy whole beans here. I really appreciate the extension of the sense of hospitality. They even accompanied me to the two museums in the Square following the tour ending in Cafe Batavia. And it was wonderful to be able to learn about Indonesia and chat with locals. Definitely recommend this company (Good Food Indonesian) and I know they do several other tour. My only suggestion is giving out a card with the names of what we ate at the end of the tour or a follow up email containing a list with recipes, as I have received on other food tours in other countries since the foreign words are difficult to remember.
Response from the operator: Hi Karen, Thank you for joining our tour, it was a pleasure to have you on our Kota Tua Tour. We also appreciate the feed-back you are giving, we'll put that into note to improve. Kind regards, Bimo
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Kota Tua Food Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Jakarta.
How much does Kota Tua Food Tour cost?
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Prices start at $64 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Jakarta usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Kota Tua Food Tour take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Jakarta is not rushed.
Is Kota Tua Food Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Jakarta, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Kota Tua Food Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Kota Tua Food Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Kota Tua Food Tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Jakarta can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Jakarta and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Kota Tua Food Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Jakarta within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Jakarta?
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On Outty we rank every Jakarta experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Jakarta Half-Day Guided Tour with a Private Fun Local Host, Jakarta Half-Day Sightseeing Tour To Modern City and Old Town, Active Volcano, Rice Field, Hot Spring, Fruit market, Tea Plantation with Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Jakarta?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Jakarta?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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