Travel advisory · IndonesiaSome governments advise against travel to parts of Indonesia.The warnings cover only these areas: Central Papua, Highland Papua, Indonesian Papua, Papua province, South Papua province, West Papua province.Advice depends on your passport. Read your own government's advice before you book.Official advice

Areas with warnings

Central Papua · avoid all travel · Germany, New Zealand, US
Highland Papua · avoid all travel · Germany, New Zealand, US
Indonesian Papua · avoid non-essential travel · Canada, Spain, Italy
Papua province · avoid non-essential travel · Germany, New Zealand
South Papua province · avoid non-essential travel · Germany, New Zealand
West Papua province · avoid non-essential travel · Germany, Spain, New Zealand

Also named by one government: Border with Malaysia (France), Border with Philippines (France), Border with Singapore (Strait of Malacca) (France), Inland waters (Banda, Java and Celebes seas) (France), Jayawijaya (France), Mount Ibu (7 km around crater) (Italy), Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki (7 km around crater) (Italy), Mount Marapi (3 km around crater) (Italy), Mount Ruang (7 km around crater) (Italy), Mount Semeru (5 km around crater) (Italy), Mount Sinabung (5 km around crater) (Italy), Paniai (France), Poso regency (New Zealand), Puncak Jaya (France), Timika (France)

Government	Advice	Updated	Read the advice
United Kingdom (FCDO)	No advice against the whole country	–	Read the advice
United States (State Dept)	Exercise increased caution	Jul 7, 2026	Read the advice
Canada (Global Affairs)	Exercise a high degree of caution (regional advisories)	–	Read the advice
Germany (Auswärtiges Amt)	No advice against the whole country (regional advisories)	Oct 15, 2026	Read the advice
New Zealand (SafeTravel)	Exercise increased caution in Indonesia (regional advisories)	–	Read the advice
Ireland (Department of Foreign Affairs)	High Degree of Caution	–	Read the advice
France (Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs)	No advice against the whole country (regional advisories)	–	Read the advice

Checked daily from the governments' published advice; last checked Nov 2, 2026. RoamLedger summarises official advice; it is not advice from any government.

Jakarta

Jakarta is Indonesia's capital and the main international air gateway to the country, known for its colonial Old Town, the National Monument and evening street food.

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Jakarta is the capital of Indonesia and the largest city on the island of Java, on its northwest coast. It is also the main international air gateway to Indonesia, served by Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. The city grew out of Batavia, a Dutch trading port, and Kota Tua, the Old Town, still has colonial-era buildings, squares and museums from that time. Modern towers stand a short walk away from them.

Visitors come for Old Town, the National Monument (Monas) and its park in Merdeka Square, the museums, and street food, which is strongest at evening stalls and warungs. The city suits a short stop, or a first night before going on to other parts of Java. Traffic is heavy, so where you stay affects how much you can see in a day. Plan one or two nights, and more if you add trips out of the city. The drier months, roughly June to September, are the easiest for walking outdoors.

Jakarta in five

Sort your e-VoA before Soekarno-HattaMost visitors land at Soekarno-Hatta (CGK). If your passport needs a visa on arrival, buy the e-VoA online before you fly rather than at a counter after a long flight.e-VoA and the Bali levy
Use rail, not a taxi, at rush hourTraffic can turn a short ride into an hour or more. The MRT runs along the Sudirman and Thamrin axis and an airport train links Soekarno-Hatta with the center, so plan around rail where the route fits.Getting around Indonesia
Base in Menteng or SudirmanMenteng is leafy and calm with cafés and the Jakarta Cathedral and Istiqlal Mosque area nearby; Sudirman and Thamrin put you on the MRT line. The old town is for a morning visit, not a night.Where to stay in Jakarta
See Kota Tua in the morningFatahillah Square, the Jakarta History Museum and the harbor of Sunda Kelapa are best before the heat and the crowds. Pair it with the National Monument in the afternoon.Jakarta in 2 days
Order rides in an app, and set the pickup carefullyRide-hailing apps such as Grab and Gojek show a price up front. Malls and stations often have a marked pickup zone, so confirm it with the driver before you walk.

Things to do in Jakarta

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Museum · JakartaNational Gallery of IndonesiaBuy tickets online before you arrive, since advance tickets are recommended.

Monument · JakartaArjuna Wijaya StatueGo in the evening or at night, when traffic is lighter and photos are easier.

Market · JakartaPetak Sembilan Market

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Need to know

Airport: Soekarno-Hatta (CGK), about 30–60 min to the center by train or road
Getting there: Flights from Bali and Yogyakarta; trains and high-speed rail from Bandung
Getting around: MRT, TransJakarta buses, commuter trains and ride-hailing
Best base: Menteng or Sudirman for a first visit; the old town for one morning
Time needed: 1–2 days; 3 with the Thousand Islands or Bogor

Weather by month

Rainy days

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JanuaryRain28 rainy daysHigh30°Low25°Wet, flood risk
FebruaryRain27 rainy daysHigh30°Low25°Wet, flood risk
MarchRain30 rainy daysHigh31°Low25°Rain easing
AprilRain28 rainy daysHigh31°Low25°Drier
MayRain24 rainy daysHigh32°Low25°Dry, hot
JuneRain21 rainy daysHigh31°Low25°Dry
JulyRain14 rainy daysHigh32°Low24°Dry
AugustRain13 rainy daysHigh32°Low25°Dry, hazy
SeptemberRain17 rainy daysHigh33°Low25°Hot, dry
OctoberRain23 rainy daysHigh33°Low25°Hot, showers
NovemberRain26 rainy daysHigh32°Low25°Rainy
DecemberRain26 rainy daysHigh31°Low25°Rainy

Average daily high and low in Jakarta, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.

Right now in Jakarta

Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.

Feels like: 31°
Humidity: 80%
Wind: 4 km/h
Chance of rain: 82%

Jakarta

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Today34°25°82%Tuesday: Rain. High 34°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 82%.
Wed34°25°84%Wednesday: Rain. High 34°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 84%.
Thu33°25°100%Thursday: Drizzle. High 33°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 100%.
Fri33°25°96%Friday: Drizzle. High 33°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 96%.
Sat33°25°90%Saturday: Drizzle. High 33°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 90%.
Sun32°24°84%Sunday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 84%.
Mon32°25°98%Monday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 98%.

Updated 12:39 AM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com

Money

Mid-market rate1 USD = 18,144 IDR

Amount

Converted to

IDR · Indonesian Rupiah

Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API

What's on in Jakarta

Concerts, festivals and big events in and around the city

Events calendar

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Day trips by train

Before you go to Jakarta

City and Old Town toursGuided walks, food and harborCompare day trips

Hotels by areaMenteng, Sudirman, Kota Tua and KemangCheck availability

eSIM for JakartaRide apps work from the arrivals hallRead the guide

Cover for delays and illnessMissed connections, medical billsRead the guide

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Rules for Jakarta, checked

Check Indonesia's entry requirements with the Directorate General of Immigration before you fly. Visa and entry rules change, so use the official site.Source
Indonesia has strict drug laws. Penalties for possession and trafficking are severe and can include long prison terms or the death penalty.
Dress modestly and take off your shoes before you enter a mosque or a temple. Ask before you photograph people at prayer.
Give and take money, food and documents with your right hand. The left hand is considered impolite in Indonesian custom.

All Jakarta guides

Head to headIs Jakarta worth visiting? How many days, and when to skip itChecked Oct 3, 2026

Where to stayWhere to stay in Jakarta: five bases comparedChecked Oct 1, 2026

ItineraryJakarta in 2 days: Kota Tua, Monas, museums and street foodChecked Oct 1, 2026

Plan around Jakarta

Java

Trains, temples and volcanoes beyond the capital

Read the guide Thousand Islands

Island day trips from the north coast

Read the guide Bandung

Highland city, a short rail trip away

Read the guide All of Indonesia

Entry, money and the rest of the archipelago

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Jakarta FAQ

Is Jakarta worth visiting?

For one or two nights, yes: the Old Town, the National Museum, mosques and food are strong, and it connects every part of Indonesia. It is not a beach or temple destination, so most people use it as a start or stopover before Yogyakarta or Bali.

How many days do you need in Jakarta?

Two days covers Kota Tua, the National Monument and a museum or mall evening. A layover day works if you leave the airport early and avoid rush hour. Add a day for the Thousand Islands or Bogor.

Where should I stay in Jakarta?

Menteng for calm streets and museums, or Sudirman and Thamrin for the MRT and malls. Choose Kota Tua only for early sightseeing, and an airport hotel only for a late flight or a dawn departure.

Is Jakarta safe for tourists?

Most visitors have no trouble, but watch for phone snatching and pickpockets in crowds and on packed trains. Use ride-hailing at night, keep bags in front of you and check your government's travel advice before you go.

How do I get from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to central Jakarta?

Take the airport train to the center, a taxi or a ride-hailing car. Allow about an hour or more in traffic, and book a car early if you land in the evening rush.