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From Puppets to Pastries: A Tour of Jakarta's Cultural History
Uncover Jakarta’s layered past through a walking tour of the Old Town. From centuries-old ceramics to shadow puppets, discover how Indonesia’s capital evolved through trade, art, and storytelling.
Price
IDR 2,500,000++ per person
Duration
Up to 6 hours
Recommended Dress
Casual Attire
Additional Details
Meal included within the journey. Please aware and behave with respect while visiting the heritage area of the city. This journey requires a minimum number of participants to proceed. Please contact the Concierge team to assure your participation. The Concierge team will provide drinking water in an ice box to allow guests to freshen up after their journey. Bring cash for purchase art at the galleries. Wayang puppets typically sell for IDR 350,000, which can be charged to your room.
Experience
Step into the story of Jakarta through the preserved streets of Old Batavia. Guided by our cultural concierge, you’ll explore the city’s Dutch colonial roots at the Jakarta Historical Museum and trace its artistic evolution at the Museum of Fine Arts & Ceramics. A fusion lunch at Café Batavia—complete with the signature herbal drink Bir Pletok—brings heritage to the table. End your journey with a hands-on puppet-making session at Makutharama Studio, where the timeless art of wayang comes alive. This is not just a history tour—it’s a chance to connect with the heart and soul of the city’s cultural legacy, and carry part of it home.
Itinerary
The Old Town Beckons
Begin your experience with an introduction by our leisure concierge before heading to Kota Tua, Jakarta’s historic core.
A Walk Through Time
Explore the Jakarta Historical Museum, home to more than 23,000 objects—from Dutch-era maps to ancient artifacts.
Art Through the Ages
Visit the Museum of Fine Arts & Ceramics, where classical and modern Indonesian works tell the story of a creative nation.
Colonial Flavors, Local Touches
Enjoy an Indonesian-Dutch fusion lunch at Café Batavia, sampling Bir Pletok, Gado-Gado, and more.
The Soul of Wayang
Craft your own puppet and watch a mini shadow play at Makutharama Studio—a living legacy of Javanese artistry.
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