Private Tour Half Day Jakarta Old City Tour in Jakarta
Jakarta, Indonesia

Private Tour Half Day Jakarta Old City Tour

Outty Ranking 58 3.8 · 4 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $75

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Is Private Tour Half Day Jakarta Old City Tour worth booking?

Private Tour Half Day Jakarta Old City Tour is a 5-hour experience in Jakarta, Indonesia, from $75 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
58 / 100
Rating
3.8/5 (4)
Duration
5 hours
From
$75 per person

Join this private half day tour with your friends or family members to explore the history and real of local people of Jakarta. History of Jakarta Old City coming from Dutch East Indies Era, about 16th Century. Jakarta O

What you get

    About this experience

    Join this private half day tour with your friends or family members to explore the history and real of local people of Jakarta. History of Jakarta Old City coming from Dutch East Indies Era, about 16th Century. Jakarta Old City Tour programs has many interesting places to visit around West & North Jakarta. Old building cover almost all area near by “Kota Tua” and Fatahillah Square that was build in early 17th century. such as Jakarta Historical Museum, Puppet Museum, Sunda Kelapa Harbor and also Kota Intan Drawbridge.

    What's included

    Included

    • Professional English speaking Tour Guide
    • Government Tax’s and Service Charge.
    • Round Transportation by a Private Air Conditioned Vehicle
    • Mineral Water

    Not included

    • Food and Drinks
    • Own expenses
    • Any other things not mentioned in the itinerary

    What you'll see and do

    1. MAM Holidays Indonesia

      Our tour guide will pick you up around 9am from your hotel lobby centrally located Jakarta.

      Pass by without stopping

    2. We will start our day tour by visiting Glodok China Town . Called “Glodok” is the oldest China town in Jakarta. Open markets, small shop with typical old Chinese Architecture, tiny alleys and charming cracked make this area a photographer’s paradise. Visit Petak Sembilan Chinese temple dedicated to the Buddhist goddess of mercy, Kuan Yin. Built around 1650.

      60 minutes here

    3. Wayang Museum

      Then pay a visit to Puppet Museum. An old Dutch colonial house which contain great collections of Javanese leather “Wayang” puppets. Wooden “Golek” puppets and mask of Indonesia and some other part of the world. The former old Dutch Governor General graveyard also was here. Then move for enjoying Puppet Show. A very short time show for the Puppet performance and you will be exhausted entertaint by the “Dalang” or the Puppet player, the show performance in English, here after the show finished you also could know how to make a puppet.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Jakarta History Museum (Fatahillah Museum)

      Continue on to Jakarta Historical Museum. Originally built by Dutch in 1707 as Jakarta City Hall or “stad huis”. Furnished with antique furnishing, porcelain, old map and portraits, under water jail and other items used by former Dutch Governor General.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    5. Kota Intan Bridge

      Then move on to Kota Intan Drawbridge. At the north end of Kali Besar lays a small 17th century Dutch drawbridge, the last in the city, called the Kota Intan Drawbridge.

      30 minutes here

    6. Pelabuhan Sunda Kelapa

      Finally, you will visit to Sunda Kelapa Harbor. A kilometre north of Taman Fatahillah, the old port of Sunda Kelapa is full of magnificent Makassar schooners (pinisi). The dock scene here has barely changed for centuries, and porters unload cargo from these sailing ships by hand and trolley. Sadly, the port itself is rundown and its waters grotesquely polluted these days.

      30 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    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
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    MAM Holidays Indonesia

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Photos

    Jakarta Puppet Museum

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    1 mention

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Small groups

    1 mention

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    4 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour Half Day Jakarta Old City Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    carlaoX5433NS · July 2023

    a memorable tour

    My tour guide, Tony, is a super star! He is a kind and compassionate person with a deep knowledge of the places he takes you to. My favorite is the Wayang shadow puppet workshop. We met the artisan who makes the puppets, explained his process and gave us a short show in english. I was able to buy some puppets and masks from the artist as well. We went through Chinatown before hand, the old harbor, and the town square. After the Wayang museum we went to the history museum. Tony had a lot of historical knowledge as well. It was such a memorable tour. Thank you Tony for an amazing tour!! I also felt safe as a solo female traveler.

    via Tripadvisor

    413flavias · June 2019

    Private tour: Half day Jakarta Old City Tour

    The highlight was the visit to the Wayang (Shadow puppet) workshop where we had the opportunity to see the artisan on the work and learn the details of production of these wonderful art. At the end there was a performance in English. We bought some puppets and bookmarks to help the place to keep afloat. The market in Chinatown was nicer than we expected and we could discover local specialties. Our guide Tony was very kind, and if you don’t have any knowledge of the local history and arts it will do. He helped us to buy the fruits and talk to people in the market. Tour started about 40min later but it also ended later. Bring some snacks as there’s no stop for lunch.

    via Tripadvisor

    Amar K · July 2018

    Highly recommended!

    Tony & Agus (the guides) brought me around the Jakarta Old Town (called Kota Tua) and it was an awesome experience. They're very knowledgeable guides who made the day pass by so quickly!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
    Price range
    $75 to $135
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 58

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)66
    Review evidence (18% weight)30
    Booking momentum (14% weight)16
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)76
    Local standing (8% weight)32
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Tour Half Day Jakarta Old City Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Jakarta.

    How much does Private Tour Half Day Jakarta Old City Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $75 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 Private Tour Half Day Jakarta Old City Tour take?

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    Plan for about 5 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 Private Tour Half Day Jakarta Old City Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 4 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 Private Tour Half Day Jakarta Old City 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 Private Tour Half Day Jakarta Old City Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private Tour Half Day Jakarta Old City Tour?

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    Around 1 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 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private Tour Half Day Jakarta Old City 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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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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