Jakarta/South

In the north of South Jakarta, there are huge business districts with many skyscrapers, including the Kuningan district (with many embassies), Setiabudi, and the Sudirman business district. Many parts of South Jakarta are known for upscale shopping centres and malls, restaurants, hotels, bustling nightlife and entertainment centres, such as Blok M and Kemang, with the latter being especially popular among expats and locals for its nightlife and entertainment. Pondok Indah is an upper middle class and elite's residential area, sometimes dubbed the 'Beverly Hills' of Indonesia. Also the headquarters of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations is in South Jakarta.

By car

Both the Jakarta inner ring road (Lingkar Dalam Kota) and outer ring road (Lingkar Luar or JORR) traverse South Jakarta. South Jakarta can be reached in 30 minutes from Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport if there is no traffic congestion. However, major traffic congestion is very common, and the trip from the airport to South Jakarta usually takes 1 to 2 hours.

By train

There are numerous railway stations in South Jakarta that are served by the commuter rail network (KA Commuter Jabodetabek). in the far northeast of South Jakarta is a hub in the commuter rail network, with blue line trains to Bekasi, and with red and yellow line trains to Depok and Bogor. These lines also provide connections to the other municipalities of Jakarta. For long-distance trains, you will need to go to Gambir or Pasar Senen stations in Central Jakarta.
Beside KA Commuter Jabodetabek, Jakarta MRT is also available with stations in Sisingamangaraja, Blok M, Blok A, Haji Nawi, Cipete Raya, Fatmawati, and Lebak Bulus.

By bus

The main intercity bus terminal in South Jakarta is in the southwest near the outer ring road. The terminal serves a lot of city buses, minibuses, and frequent intercity buses to destinations throughout Java island, and regular buses to Bali and Sumatra. Another large terminal in south Jakarta is the , but this terminal only serves buses within the city and its metropolitan area.
South Jakarta can be reached from the other parts of Jakarta also by using one of the Transjakarta bus rapid transit lines. Key lines include line from Jakarta's old town in West Jakarta via Central Jakarta to Blok M, and line from Jakarta's city centre to Pondok Indah and the Lebak Bulus bus terminal.

The Transjakarta Line 6 goes along the Rasuna Said avenue and Mampang to the Ragunan Zoo. The South Jakarta portion of line 9 runs from Semanggi to Cawang Train station, with an interchange to Line 6 at Kuningan Barat/Kuningan Timur bus stop. Line 8 goes to the city's western portion, passing through Gandaria, Permata Hijau, and Pondok Indah district before terminating at Lebak Bulus.

Art and cultural centres

• British Council Jakarta

  phone: +62 21 515 5561
  address: Gedung Bursa Efek Jakarta Tower 2, 16th floor, Jl. Jend. Sudirman, Jakarta 12190
  Movie, drama, library, paintings, poem etc.

• Candrika Gallery

  phone: +62 21 7590 0762
  address: Pondok Indah Plaza I Blok II No UA-19, Jakarta 12310, Lt 1
  Fine arts, paintings.

• Erasmus Huis

  phone: +62 21 524 1069
  address: Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said Kav. S-3, Kuningan Jakarta 12950
  A Dutch cultural hub. Next to the Dutch embassy. Movie, drama, music show, library etc.

• Gudang Sarinah Ekosistem

  address: Jl. Pancoran Timur II No.4, RT.9/RW.4, Cikoko, Pancoran, Jakarta 127780
  Art and creative space founded in 2015. Usually used for various events such as music festival, concert, and education.

• Ruang Rupa Gallery

  phone: +62 21 829 4238
  address: Jl. Tebet Barat Dalam St. 1 # 26, Jakarta 12810
  Fine arts, paintings, publisher of art journal "Karbon".

• SIGIarts Gallery

  address: Jl. Mahakam St. 1 # 11, Jakarta 12130
  Fine arts.

Monuments

• Space ManOn Pancoran roundabout. This statue commemorated the achievement of Indonesian Air Force in defending Indonesian territory. Created by Edhi Sunarso and Keluarga Arca from Jogjakarta. It's difficult to see this statue because the statue is partially covered by Tebet flyover/toll road bridges.

• Djoko Sutono, Police Academy (PTIK) Jalan Tirtayasa 6, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta. This statue commemorated Professor DR. Djoko Sutono, SH, the founder of Indonesian Police Academy.
• Gajah Mada, Indonesian Police HQ, Jalan Trunojoyo 3, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta. This statue commemorated the establishment of Bhayangkara/Police corps led by Patih Gajah Mada from Majapahit Kingdom (14th century).
• Youth Spirit, on the roundabout at the southern end of Jendral Soedirman street. Created by Moenir Pamoentjak. This statue commemorated the struggle for Independence by young students/"Tentara Pelajar". This statue is often called "Pizza Delivery".

Museum

• Basoeki Abdullah

  phone: +62 21 769 8926
  address: Jalan Keuangan Raya No.19, Cilandak Barat
  The late Basoeki Abdullah was a famous painter in Indonesia and Dutch. Collection: hundreds of beautiful paintings, sculpture, masks, watches. Opening hours: Tu-Su 08:30 to 15:30.
• Harry Darsono, Jalan Cilandak Tengah No. 71 Jakarta Selatan. Harry Darsono PhD is a famous, multi talented designer. His famous design include fashion, batik, and furniture. He is also a lecturer at universities, amateur musician, and wine connosieur. Collection: fashion, textile, batik, antique piano.
• Police Museum, Jalan Trunojoyo 1, Jakarta Selatan.

• Satria Mandala

  phone: +62 21 5227949
  address: Jl. Gatot Soebroto, Jakarta Selatan
  Military Museum. Wisma Yaso is the former residence of Indonesian first president, Soekarno.
• Sasmita Loka. The former house of Gen. Ahmad Yani who was kidnapped and murdered in the communist attempt to stage a coup in 1965. The house has become a museum. Get there by Transjakarta Busway line IV (Pasar Rumput).

Beneath the high rise office buildings and elite residences, South Jakarta is a wonderful place to play.

Amusement Park

• Pondok Indah Water Park

  phone: +62 21 750 6750
  address: Jalan Metro Pondok Indah, Jakarta,
  A water park, perfect if what you want is leisure rather than adrenaline. Not many slides but very kid-friendly.

• Ragunan Zoo

  address: Jalan Harsono RM 1
  Indonesia's first and now most famous zoo, established more than 150 years ago. 295 species roaming the area, many are endemic to Indonesia only. Parking fee Rp 6,500/car, entrance fee is Rp4,500 adults and Rp3,500 children. Closed on Monday, animals' holiday. There is a special area for primates (monkeys, apes, and its derivatives) called Schmutzer, a still active conservation and research centre. Ticket fee for Schmutzer is Rp 6,000 weekdays and Rp7,500 on weekend, Sunday and holiday. Out from there, the animals are ready to greet you in open air. Payment have to use JakCard from Jakarta Government Bank and it makes difficulty for many people who have no JakCard. JakCard can be used only for limited transaction such as TransJakarta, but TransJakarta can use other cards. The children can also play with tame animals in another dedicated area and watch many animal performances, only on weekend, Sunday and holiday. Rent a bike to tour the zoo quicker (near North Entrance 2 or Pintu Utara 2) or get around with horse cart on weekend, Sunday and holiday only and set a mat under a tree for a picnic.

• Setu Babakan Betawi Cultural Village

  address: Jalan Muhammad Kahfi II - Srengseng Sawah Jagakarsa
  This area is a lake, but it is where the indigenous Betawi set up an area for outsiders to know their culture. The weekend is especially the perfect time to visit as the food stalls is set up for you to savor Jakarta's local cuisine and the locals let you learn to perform their dance and play in the orchestra.

• Kidzania

  phone: +62 21 515 4888
  address: Pacific Place Mall 6th floor, Jalan Jend Sudirman Kav. 52-53
  Let your kids (ages 4-16) be an adult for a few hours at this theme park! Fulfill your children's dream job or help them find what is right for them, be it a TV presenter, a detective, or even an F1 racer! On the upper floor, they can visit a mock up factory to see how things are made and try them hands-on.

Spa

• Martha Tilaar Spa, Jalan Prapanca Raya Blok P III No 3,Jakarta Selatan, Tel.: +62 21 739-3519, Jalan Gedung Hijau Raya no.26, Pondok Indah, Jakarta Selatan, Tel.: +62 21 7591-4216. Jalan Cikini Raya No 83, Jakarta Pusat, Tel.: +62 21 319-37616, Jalan Wahid Hasyim No 19-21, Jakarta Pusat, Tel.: +62 21 319-25921. Website: Martha Tilaar. Treatment: body, face, hand, foot, hair. One of the best spas in Jakarta. Price: splurge.

• Puri Santi Spa

  phone: +62 21 766 24 23
  address: Jl. Bunga Mawar 19, Cipete, South Jakarta
  Single treatment rooms with ensuite shower / bathtub, VIP couple suite with garden view with private jacuzzi & hot steam shower. A luxurious place and all products are made from pure plant based ingredients. Opening hours: daily 09:00 - 20:00.

Nightclubs

• Apollo Bar & Lounge

  phone: +62 21-91275566
  address: Bellagio Boutique Mall UG Level, Jl. Mega Kuningan Barat VII, Jakarta 12950
  A place for you if you into cabaret lipsync show of transgender divas or muscled gogo dancers. It is the hippest gay club in Jakarta.

• Dragonfly

  phone: +62 21 520 2913
  address: Jl Jend Gatot Subroto Kav 23 Graha BIP Lt 1 Jakarta 12930
  Expensive restaurant and stylish nightclub in shades of black and red, with a two-story wine rack. A place for the idle rich to see and be seen, so expect long queues on weekends unless you show up before midnight or know the right people. Free entry, but steeply priced drinks at Rp 70,000 and up.

• Monaco Club

  phone: +62 21 7209566
  Hotel Gran Mahakam, Jl Mahakam I no 6, Jakarta Selatan. Discotheque, dance,Karaoke rooms, Bar. Japanese and French cuisine: escargot, sushi, sashimi. Drinks: Mojito, Cinzano Piccolo, Vino de Monaco, Vodca Martini. Opening hours: Tu-Th 18:00-02:00, F Sa 18:00-03:30, Su 19:00-01:00. Price: splurge.

• Nirvana

  phone: +62 21 79183887
  address: Hotel Maharadja, Jl. Kapten Tendean 1, South Jakarta
  Facility: disco, karaoke, home band, damce floor. Music style: tribal, garage, oldies, underground. Opening hours: 23:00 to 04:00. Karaoke facility on 2nd floor: 10 rooms from US$10/hour.

• White House

  phone: +62 21 527 5635
  address: Jl Jend Sudirman Kav 54-55 Plaza Bapindo Ged Parkir Lt 1, Jakarta 12190

• X-Lounge/Vertigo

  phone: +62 21 2553 9892
  address: Gedung Veteran RI 16-17F (in Plaza Semanggi), Jl. Gatot Subroto, Jakarta 12930
  Two interconnected clubs, the more nightclubby Vertigo upstairs playing harder dance music and the more bar-like X-Lounge downstairs spinning R&B and pop. Entrance Rp 80,000 on weekends, which gets you a drink and access to both.

• X2/Equinox

  address: Plaza Senayan

Discotheque

• Lasonta Discotheque

  phone: +62 21 7394148
  address: Jl. Palatehan I 29, Block M, Jakarta 12160

Golf

• Matoa Nasional Golf Course

  phone: +62 21 787 0864
  address: Jl. Moh Kahfi I Km 7 Ciganjur - Jakarta Selatan 12630

• Pondok Indah Golf and Country Club

  phone: +62 21 746 4906
  address: Metro Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta
  A huge sign "Pondok Indah Golf and Country Club - 1983 World Cup Venue" marks the entrance. Has a driving range. Rp 40,000 for 100 balls. + Rp 20,000 (caddy fee). 2 levels of driving range bays, with a beautiful view. The range area is water, with several islands for you to aim at.

Shopping malls

Prof. Dr. Satrio Avenue

An idea by an Indonesian property mogul, Ciputra, is to transform this avenue into a street of shopping malls, equivalent to Singapore's Orchard Road or Shanghai's Nanjing Lu. Development of the area has been extensive, and there are already 4 malls standing in this area, all very close to each other.

• ITC Kuningan

  address: Jl. Professor Doktor Satrio Kav. 25
  A lower class mall, with small shacks of micro businesses. Get cheap fashion or moreover, fix your electronic devices here. In contrast, the upper floor has premium dining options, while lower floor has Carrefour.

• Kuningan City

  address: Jl. Prof. Dr. Satrio Kav. 18
  An all rounder mall, but pretty small in size, no big premium brands. A second choice for dining options.

• Lotte Shopping Avenue

  address: Jl. Professor Doktor Satrio No.5
  Inspired by the similar concept of its flagship mall in South Korea, it is catered to mainly the youth, but has the best food options in the strip that everyone should not miss. The youth can have a photograph with some replicas of the Korean idols. Big establishments include the Uniqlo clothing store, the 99 Ranch Market grocery store, the Toys City, the Lotte Duty Free, and 3 premium dining options up on the highest floor. The restaurants at the 3rd floor cater to mostly East Asian delicacies, but a few serve Indonesian or other international cuisines.

• Mal Ambassador

  address: Jl. Professor Doktor Satrio Kav. 25
  A similar option to ITC Kuningan, both are connected by a skybridge. Get cheap fashion or moreover, fix your electronic devices here. More eating options than ITC with famous Indonesian chain brands.

Other areas

• Blok M Plaza

  phone: +62 21 720 9288
  address: Jl. Bulungan 76
  A middle class mall. If you want to buy fashion & apparels, there are upscale options but much cheaper at the Blok M Square next door, but this is supposedly where you want to grab a bite or watch a movie after the shopping, as the restaurants are cleaner. Integrated with Blok M MRT station for commuting.

• Blok M Square

  phone: +62 21 7278 0271
  address: Jl. Melawai No. 5
  Accessible from the underground tunnel from Blok M Plaza, both malls can be visited depending on your purpose. This is the place where you buy cheap fashion and apparels (and cheap books), which may look hectic as Ambassador Mall or Mangga Dua. If you are in for something to eat, it's much better to get to the Blok M Plaza next door, unless you prefer a snack or light meal.

• Dharmawangsa Square Citywalk

  address: Jalan Dharmawangsa Kav. 6, Kebayoran Baru
  A mall to go to if you don't like the crowded hype. Close to the premium hotel of the same name is a mall with premium tenants (well, most are not chain brands) and dining options.

• Epicentrum Walk

  address: Jl. H. R. Rasuna Said, RT.2/RW.5, Karet Kuningan, Setiabudi, Jakarta 12940
  Much smaller mall because there are just a few options for dining and shopping. Home of the two biggest screening theatres in Jakarta (from 21Cineplex chain)

• Gandaria City

  address: Jalan Sultan Iskandar Muda Kav. 5-8
  One of the big malls in South Jakarta near Pondok Indah vicinity, easy to get lost in there. Dining options are endless with many restaurants including "Eat & Eat food court" on the top floor and other branded establishments. The mall is so big, they can handle two events together at two different multi-purpose stages. It has one of IMAX theatres from the 21Cineplex chain, that broadcast blockbuster films on schedule, and a 1:1 scale of Boeing 737-800 airplane cockpit simulator, certified by FAA, CASA, CAA, and DCA.

• Kota Kasablanka

  phone: +62 21 2946 5000
  address: Jalan Casablanca Raya Kav. 88
  A premium mall in the Tebet area. Branded middle-upper class boutiques in line with Sogo department store and many huge tenants. The Food Society on the ground and upper ground floors provide an exhilarating dining experience, one of the most favorite spots for culinary get-goers.

• Pasaraya Grande

  address: Jl. Iskandarsyah II/2, Blok M
  Great hangout place in South Jakarta with its many cafes and restaurants. It has a big food court at the basement with extensive selection of local and international cuisine. The mall itself sprawls a wide array of clothing items from local and international designers. It has a floor dedicated entirely to Indonesian traditional clothing and handicrafts, although the items are a bit pricey.

• Plaza Semanggi

  address: Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav 50
  This large, airy mall has something for everyone, with floors devoted to fashion, IT, and even furniture. Good selection of restaurants on floor 3A. Plaza Semanggi also offers a great view of Jakarta from its deck on the 10th floor (Plangi Sky Dining). Restaurants are also available on the 10th floor.

• Pondok Indah Mall

  address: Jl.Metro Pondok Indah No. 1, Pondok Indah
  Two malls connected by a skybridge, the complex claims to be the biggest in Jakarta. Sogo, Metro, cafes, restaurants and the usual suspects. The favourite mall of most expats in Jakarta. Anchored by Sogo and Metro Department store.

• Ratu Plaza

  phone: +62 21 739 4499
  address: Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav.9
  Great for electronics and computer products.

• Setiabudi One

  address: Jl. HR Rasuna Said Kav. 62, RT.18/RW.02, Karet Kuningan, Setiabudi, Jakarta
  A lot of mid to upscale dining options are available here. On the 2nd floor, you can find XXI Theatre (from 21 Cineplex) as well.

Indonesian/Traditional

Indonesian

• Agneya Restaurant

  phone: +62 823-1066-3640
  address: Jalan Wijaya IX No.23, RT.2/RW.5, Melawai, Jakarta 12160
  Serving mostly Indonesian cuisines but with a different twist on the cooking process.

• Eastern Opulence

  phone: +62 21 21889061
  address: Jl. Cipaku 1 No. 85, Dharmawangsa, Jakarta 12170
  A fine-dining style restaurant that serves Indonesian cuisines in the heart of South Jakarta.

• Koi Kemang

  phone: +62 21 7195668
  address: Jalan Kemang Raya No.72b, RT.7/RW.2, Mampang Prapatan, Jakarta 12730
  Serves Western and Asian cuisine with a wide variety selection of wines and beers and also live music

Javanese

• Ayam Bakar Wong Solo

  phone: +62 21 8282058
  address: Jalan Lapangan Ros No. 27, Tebet, Jakarta
  Traditional grilled chicken chain. Menu: grilled chicken, fried fish, prawn, tom yam, salad. Many women's rights activists boycott this place because the restaurant owner aggressively promotes polygamy.

• Ayam Goreng Mbok Berek

  phone: +62 21 8312919
  address: Jalan Prof. Soepomo 14, Tebet
  Traditional fried chicken restaurant. Menu: fried chicken, gudeg, gado-gado (salad with peanut sauce), salad.

• Ayam Goreng Suharti

  phone: +62 21 5254295
  address: Jl. Kapten Tendean No. 13, Mampang Prapata

• Warung MJS

  phone: +62 21 5252605
  address: Jl. Setia Budi Tengah No.11, RT.1/RW.1, Setiabudi
  A semi-outdoor restaurant serving Javanese cuisine with live Javanese music.

Sundanese

• Dapur Sunda

  phone: +62 21 5227558
  address: Jalan H.R. Rasuna Said, RT.6/RW.7

• Warkop Pasundan

  phone: +62 818-601-694
  address: Jalan Setiabudi Tengah No.14, RT.1/RW.1, Setiabudi, 12910
  A warung (or mini restaurant) selling various types of comfort food such as instant noodles, fried noodles, Magelangan (a mix of fried rice and fried noodles), etc.

Acehnese/Padangnese

• Marco Padang Grill

  phone: +62 21 5203221, +62 21 29889377
  address: Setiabudi One, 1st Floor Unit B 212-216; Lotte Shopping Avenue 3rd Floor Unit 16 & A08
  The facade that bears only the name Marco will mistake you for an Italian restaurant, but it's for the name of the owner, Marco Lim, who is a chef himself. Modern and premium style Padang restaurant, cheap made-by-order dishes, customizable according to your diet. Do not miss the Baramundi Panggang Pacak, the Rendang Itam, or the Nasi Sayo.

• Mie Aceh Bang Iwan

  address: Jalan Setia Budi Barat No. 25, RT.2/RW.2, Setiabudi, 12910
  An Acehnese restaurant in the Setiabudi vicinity.

Chinese and noodles

• Bakmi Gang Kelinci

  phone: +62 21 72802278
  address: Jalan Melawai Raya
  Noodle restaurant.

• Bakmi Naga

  phone: +62 21 5760437
  address: Jalan Prof DR. Satrio

Indian

• Kinara

  phone: +62 21 719 2677
  address: Jl. Kemang Raya 78B, Jakarta Selatan 12730
  Indian restaurant. Menu: lamb, chicken, salad, tandoori, soup, seafood, breads. One of the best Indian restaurant in Jakarta. Opening hours: 12:00-14:30, 18:30-22:00. Price: approx. US$16/person, except Lobster Mughlai US$45.

Italian

• Pizza Place

  phone: +62 21 7199998
  address: Como Park, Jl. Kemang Timur Raya No. 998, Kemang
  One of few pizza places that also serve by the slices as well either for take away or dine in.

• The Kitchen by Pizza Hut

  phone: +62 811-3248-912
  address: Jalan Metro Pondok Indah No.6, RT.1/RW.16, Pondok Indah, Jakarta 12310
  A different concept from usual Pizza Hut places, where you can buy pizza in slices instead of per pan.

Japanese

• Henshin

  phone: +62 21 27887768
  address: Jalan H.R. Rasuna Said, Kuningan, Jakarta 12940
  A fine dining Japanese-Peruvian restaurant.

• Shabu Ghin

  phone: +62 21 21889061
  address: Jalan Wolter Monginsidi No. 53, Kebayoran Baru, RT.1/RW.1, Jakarta 12170
  All you can eat shabu-shabu restaurant with different choices of beef.

• Sushi Hiro

  phone: +62 21 72800108
  address: Jalan Suryo No.24, RT.10/RW.3, Rw., Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta 12180
  Popular for an extraordinary display of sushi.

• Tanpopo Jakarta

  phone: +62 878-8996-0752
  address: Jalan Sultan Iskandar Muda No. 99E, Arteri Pondok Indah, Jakarta 12240
  Outdoor Japanese street food such as Kushiyaki, Yakiniku, Teppanyaki, and Shabu-Shabu.

Malaysian

Penang Bistro is the popular franchise of Malaysian cuisine in Jakarta. Look for them on most malls throughout Jakarta. They have 5 outlets in South Jakarta alone. The biggest one is in Pacific Place Mall, around Jakarta's SCBD.

Mexican

• Amigos Bar & Cantina

  phone: +62 21 7192584
  address: Kemang Club Villas, Jalan Kemang Selatan I, RT.8/RW.3, Mampang Prapatan, Jakarta 12730
  One of a few Mexican restaurants in Jakarta. Serves mostly American Traditional and Tex-Mex food.

Middle East

• Shisha Cafe

  phone: +62 21 7193587
  address: Jalan Kemang Raya No. 10, Kemang, Jakarta 12730
  Modern but pleasant Middle Eastern food, with the full range of mezze (Rp 10,000-20,000) and kebabs (Rp 30,000 up) and no less than 15 varieties of flavored water pipe tobacco, from cappuccino to coconut. Indoor (aircon) and outdoor seating, belly dancing on Fridays and Saturdays.

Thai

• Tamnak Thai

  phone: +62 21 719 9000
  address: Jalan Kemang Raya No. 17, RT.6/RW.1, Kemang, Jakarta 12730
  Thai restaurant. Menu: salad, soup, prawn, lobster, squid, crab, asparagus, fish, sapo soya bean curd, fried chicken, duck, grilled beef.

Vietnamese

• Pho 24

  phone: +62 21 75920729
  address: Jalan Wolter Monginsidi No.40, RT.1/RW.6, Jakarta 12170
  Vietnamese restaurant. Menu: spring rolls, salad, noodle soup, grilled beef, fried chicken, rice vermicelli noodle.

Seafood

• Fish Streat

  phone: +62 812-8899-8048
  address: Jalan Tebet Timur Dalam No.44B, RT.4/RW.5, Tebet, Jakarta 12820
  Seafood restaurant, specialising in fish and chips. Popular amongst locals for its cheap price and delicious tasting fish and chips.

Western, European, and steakhouses

• Burgreens

  phone: +62 878-8989-2010
  address: Jl. Wijaya II No.73, RT.5/RW.7, Jakarta 12160
  One of the pioneers of organic restaurant in Jakarta, serving burgers as the main course.

• Die Stube Germany Resto & Bar

  phone: +62 21 21889061
  address: Plaza Bisnis Kemang I, Jl. Kemang Raya 2, Kemang, Jakarta 12730
  A popular German restaurant in Jakarta due to their regular happy hour promos. Filled mostly with expats and also locals.

• Ecology Bistro and Lounge

  phone: +62 21 7191032
  address: Jl. Kemang Raya No. 6, Kemang,12730
  An upper-class dining option in the heart of Kemang vicinity. Widely known first for its 365 Eco Bar.

• Le Burger

  phone: +62 21 50808788
  address: Alila Hotel, Lot 11 Jalan Jenderal Sudirman Kav. 52-53, SCBD, Senayan, 12190
  A gourmet burger place inside Alila Hotel with a casual industrial touch. Curated by father and son duo of Michelin-starred chef Jean-Claude and Cédric Vongerichten.

• Steak Hotel by Holycow!

  address: Jalan Bakti No.15, Senopati
  This is a carnivore's paradise! Nothing but steaks and meat, but the specialty is the wagyu steaks. Prices are within reasonable range comparing to eating a wagyu steak elsewhere!

• Tokyo Skipjack

  phone: +62 812-8922-2224
  address: Jalan Bulungan No.16, RT.11/RW.7, Kramat Pela, Kebayoran Baru, 12130, South Jakarta
  Steakhouse restaurant in the heart of South Jakarta, Blok M district. A different approach to their sauces, where you can choose from 6 variants to accompany your dish.

Jalan Palatehan 1 (just to the left of Blok M busway terminal and the bus station) is regarded as Jakarta's Thai-style "entertainment district", with many bars and many girls inside looking for single men. While much more quiet than in Pattaya or Nana Plaza/Soi Cowboy in Bangkok, the atmosphere in these bars (not spoiled by money-splashing tourists and more popular among local expats) is more friendly, with most girls less pushy to buy them drinks or take them home. So, the place is perfectly OK to visit if your target is just to drink some beer, watch the action around (and often live music on the stage too) and talk with girls.
Besides that, other places to drink are usually bars associated with the restaurants (not the cheapest ones, however), several entertainment/shopping areas (such as Plaza Senayan or Kemang Raya), and bars/clubs in upscale hotels.

• Blowfish & Puro

  phone: +62 21 57991678
  address: Jl. Jendral Gatot Subroto Kav.42, City Plaza at Wisma Mulia
  Avant garde design.

• Champions

  phone: +62 21 719 9041
  address: Jl. Kemang Raya No. 10
  A huge bar with sports theme, live music. Specialty: melted cheese covered nachos. Drink: beers, fruit juices. Facility: 4 gigantic television screens.

• D's Place

  phone: +62 21 7941609
  address: Jl. Falatehan I No. 1 C., Blok M
  Facility: nice bar downstairs, a small pool annex, dance floor upstairs, nightly dance competition.

• Debasic

  phone: +62 21 7257181
  address: Jl. Melawai Raya No. 73, Jakarta Selatan.
  Facility: bar, live music (hip hop, retro and jazz), restaurant, discotheque. Drinks: fine wine, cocktail, liquer based coffee, Debasic Sensation, Strawberry Basic Margarita, Long Basic Island. Specialty: Caesar Salad, Goulash Soup, Calamari Calypso, Entrecote Conosierre, Veal Escallop St. debasic, Deep Fried Oxtail.

• Eastern Promise

  phone: +62 21 71790151
  address: Jl Kemang Raya No. 5
  Favorite expat hangout, nice bar with Indian/English restaurant, pool table,darts, big screen, big outdoor garden with live music: every Wednesday live jazz, weekends rock/pop/blues or latin, price: moderate

• Everest

  phone: +62 21 726 2772
  address: Jl. Falatehan I/12K
  A thematic bar that has expatriates (and a few locals) hanging out. Happy hour at 21:00 with different activities every day.

• Red Square

  phone: +62 21-5790-1281
  address: Plaza Senayan Arcadia，Unit X-105，Jl. New Delhi No.9.
  Jakarta's first vodka bar, in chic black and red, serves up all sorts of vodka-based cocktails (how about a Bloody Red Square?) plus "fusion Russian" cuisine with items like Russian Bruschetta and Borscht Buntut. There are dancers and fire-juggling bartenders most nights at 23:00. Open from 11:30 AM to past midnight, most cocktails from Rp 50,000.

• Sportsmans Bar

  phone: +62 21 7204731
  address: Jl Falatehan I 8
  Downstairs: bar with a pool table and a counter. There is a restaurant on the back of the bar and another counter on the left. Upstairs: pool table and a restaurant.

Coffee and tea shops

Due to increasing numbers of coffee (and also tea) shops opened throughout Jakarta, especially in the south region (besides Starbucks franchises), nowadays there are some of the best coffee places to hang out with your friends, family, and colleagues as well. Usually packed after work hours and on the weekends. Price ranges between as low as Rp 10,000 to Rp 60,000.

• Anomali Coffee

  address: Jalan Senopati No.19, RT.6/RW.3, Senayan, 12190 Jakarta

• Caribou Coffee

  address: Jalan Senopati No.52, RT.6/RW.3, Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta 12190
  The 12th worldwide branch from a famous US coffee shop chain.

• Common Grounds

  address: Pd. Indah Mall Street Gallery, Jalan Metro Pondok Indah, RT.1/RW.16, Pondok Indah, Jakarta 12310

• Crematology Coffee Roasters

  address: Jalan Suryo No.25, Rawa Barat, Kebayoran Baru, RT.3/RW.6, Jakarta 12180

• Filosofi Kopi

  address: Jalan Melawai 6 Blok M No 8, RT.3/RW.1, Melawai, Jakarta 12160
  Probably famous due to the name, which is directly derived from the book and its novel adaptation, "Filosofi Kopi" by Dewi Lestari. Located in the famous Blok M district.

• Kanawa Coffee and Munch

  address: Jalan Suryo No.23, RT.3/RW.6, Rawa Barat, Jakarta 12180

• Kopi Kotaku

  address: Jalan Wijaya I No.73, RT.10/RW.1, Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta 12170

• Kopimana27

  phone: +62 21 22983744
  address: Jalan Prof. DR. Soepomo No. 45J, RT.14/RW.6, Tebet, 12810

• Lucky Cat Coffee and Kitchen

  address: Plaza Festival Parkir Selatan, Jalan HR. Rasuna Said Kav. C No. 22, RT.2/RW.5, Kuningan, 12940 Jakarta
  Located near Bakrie University and opens 24/7.

• One Fifteenth Coffee

  address: Jalan Gandaria 1 No.63, RT.2/RW.3, Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta 12130
  The name is derived from a well-known coffee-to-water ratio, 1:15. Famous for the unique name and also its head barista, Doddy Samsura, received first place in World Barista Championships.

• St. Ali Family

  address: Setiabudi Building One 2 GF-103A, Jalan HR. Rasuna Said Blok Kav. 62, Setiabudi, RT.6/RW.7, Jakarta 12950
  The first branch of St. Ali franchises in Jakarta.

• Trafique Coffee

  address: Jalan Hang Tuah Raya No. 9, Jakarta 12120

• Toko Kopi TUKU

  address: Jalan Cipete Raya Blok B No.7, Cipete Selatan, Cilandak, RT.6/RW.3, Jakarta 12410

• Toraja Coffee House

  phone: +62 21 28542136
  address: Jalan Casablanca No. 1B, Tebet, Jakarta 12870
  A coffee house in Jakarta, where only Toraja coffee beans - a region in the south of Sulawesi - are used.

Wine bars and liquor stores

• Hatten Wines Cellardoor

  phone: +62 21 78848448
  address: Jalan Benda No.1F, South Kemang, Jakarta 12560
  A Balinese Winery branch in Jakarta.

• Kem Chicks

  phone: +62 21 51400440
  address: Pacific Place, LG Floor Unit 99, Jalan Jenderal Sudirman Kav. 52 – 53, South Jakarta 12190
  A supermarket chain inside Pacific Place mall, sells mostly beers and wines with limited selection.

• Red & White

  phone: +62 21 29528506
  address: Jalan Pangeran Antasari No.36, RT.11/RW.5, Kemang, South Jakarta 12150
  Probably has the best selection of wines and liquors. Also provides home delivery and has many stores throughout Jakarta.

• Vin+ Wine & Beyond

  phone: +622171792577
  address: Jalan Kemang Raya No.45 B, Kemang, South Jakarta 12730
  Wine bar with coffee shop in Kemang.

South Jakarta is the second choice for travelers staying in Jakarta. As the case in central Jakarta, most hotels especially the splurge rates, are in line with office buildings for the convenience of business travelers. The Kemang area, as an entertainment area, also has decent selection of hotels.

Budget

• Graha Wisata Youth Hostel

  phone: +62 21 525 6922
  address: Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said, South Jakarta
  Managed by the government of Jakarta, the location is central enough for your commute to any point in Jakarta. Perfect for backpackers. Very basic facilities.

• Jusenny

  phone: +62 21 720 6565
  address: Jl. Senayan 29, Blok S, Kebayoran Baru,
  Basic hotel with minimally adequate facilities in rooms. Rooms and other parts of the interior may look grim to some, if not many.

• NEO Tendean

  phone: +62 21 722 6688
  address: Jl. Wolter Monginsidi No. 131
  Eco friendly hotel meets modern style. For the price, the room is comparably small. Room only, no restaurants.

• Penginapan Cipulir

  phone: +62 21 723 4616
  address: Jl. Ciledug Raya No. 59, Cipulir, Kebayoran Lama, Jakarta 12230.

• Tendean Residence

  phone: +62 21 720 1982
  address: Jl. Kapten Tendean no. 127
  Studio-style rooms with balcony. Pantry at every floor and outdoor terrace at selected floors. Having that said, no breakfast provided apart from cup noodles.

Mid-range

• Amaroossa Cosmo

  phone: +62 21 7591 8800
  address: Jl. Pangeran Antasari No.9a-b
  Located within the Pasar Minggu area. Wide rooms with mirrors on the wall behind the bed. Large restaurant and coffee shop for a banquet or informal meeting.

• Ambhara

  phone: +62 21 2700 800
  address: Jl. Iskandarsyah Raya No 1
  Right across Pasaraya Grande. Medium hotel with spacious chambers, if not slightly minimally designed. Decent breakfast at the café, unwind at the tea lounge or the Baron's English Pub.

• Arion Swiss Belhotel Kemang

  phone: +62 21 719 5000
  address: Jl. Kemang Raya No.7
  One of the best hotels at the Kemang Avenue. Large rooms facing either Kemang or the skylines. Decent breakfast at the cafés, but do not forget to have lunch or dinner at the friendly Kemang's restaurants. End the night with a live bar at the basement.

• Avissa Suites

  phone: +62 21 5296 0022
  address: Jl. Karet Pedurenan No. 19,
  Situated behind the Ambassador Mall. Boutique style hotel with modern style rooms. You can iron two of your items per day for free! Decent, if not small, breakfast options.

• Harris Hotel Tebet

  phone: +62 21 830 3355
  address: Jl. Dr Saharjo no. 191
  Minutes away from Kota Kasablanka. Hints of orange in color throughout the building. Minimalist style rooms with minimum but provides at least the essential facilities. Good helping of breakfast at its only café. A prime place for a business meeting because of its location.

• The Maritim Guest House

  phone: +62 21 769-0363
  address: Jalan Maritim Raya No. 2
  A bed and breakfast that makes an intimate moment with the owners (Ita & Don). Adequate rooms with fans, not AC!

• Park Lane

  phone: +62 21 828-2000
  address: Jalan Casablanca No. 18, Kuningan
  Five-star hotel with less than five-star prices. Old on the outside but don't be fooled, refurbished inside. Good location within the CBD and huge breakfast buffet. All in one dining at RIVA (Grill, Bar, and terrace), weekly live acoustic at the bar for entertainment or a night of jamming dance by the DJs.

• Rasuna Icon

  address: Jalan Karet Pedurenan No. 3
  Within walking distance to the Rasuna Said office strips. Minimalist interior. Its restaurant has a bar and an indoor and outdoor seating area, be careful with mosquitos as even the indoor area is exposed to the outdoor air.

• Royal Kuningan

  phone: +62 21 2938 0738
  address: Jl Kuningan Persada Kav 2
  Within immediate distance to Rasuna Said, it's a value for money! No frills business hotel with minimalist designed furniture. The Galley Restaurant said to try its special ribs. The library bar entertains the heart with live music performances while you sink to books or newspapers.

Splurge

Most of hotels within this price range are within the Kuningan area.

• Crowne Plaza

  phone: +62 21 526 8833
  address: Jl. Gatot Subroto Kav. 1-B,
  Located at the mouth of Sudirman Avenue. Decent hotel with standard and old rooms. The Maroush is one of the few Middle Eastern restaurants within a hotel in Jakarta.

• The Dharmawangsa

  phone: +62 21 725 8181
  address: Jl. Brawijaya Raya No. 26, Kebayoran Baru
  A short quiet hotel in the suburbs (almost city-like) within walking distance (use a shortcut) to Kemang, perfect for honeymooners or leisure travelers. Each room has a personal butler with Javanese standard hospitality. The rooms are wide (except for the small TV), while the bathroom has a large tub and a his and hers sink. Dine at the many delectable restaurants of the hotel or delight yourself with the chocolate martini and many other collections of cognac and spirits at the bar. For a pamper, head to the spa, to the pool (both indoor and outdoor), or just see the garden.

• Four Seasons

  phone: +62 21 252 3456
  address: Jalan H.R. Rasuna Said, Kuningan,
  At the corner of Menteng, at the Kuningan business area. Grand rooms with scenic views of Jakarta's office towers. A chic steakhouse or a roundtable Chinese restaurant for a dining option, many lounges for a snack or drink — The Bar hosts a tango, slow rock or jazz night once a week each.

• Gran Mahakam

  phone: +62 21 720 9966
  address: Jalan Mahakam I No.6
  A premium hotel at the Blok M area. Classical interior with grand rooms and restaurants. Rates do not include breakfast, but it includes an exceptional selection. Its restaurants, Le Gran and Aoki, are well-known despite is priciness, inviting diners from even outside the hotel to delight themselves.

• Gran Melia

  phone: +62 21 526 8080
  address: Jl. HR. Rasuna Said Kav. X-O,
  Minimalist design rooms. Plenty of international cuisine options, especially for breakfast. Superlative Japanese restaurant with tatami rooms and special counters for grilled dishes, while the Chinese department offers Sichuan and Cantonese delights.

• JS Luwansa Hotel and Convention Center

  phone: +62 21 2954 3030
  address: Jl. H. R. Rasuna Said Kav. C-22
  A cheaper alternative of splurge hotels in the heart of the Rasuna skylines. A booking of its suite entitles you to a next level of hospitality at the Ambassador Club on the 20th floor. All day dining at Olaf, night dining at that restaurant plus Shammah or a poolside bar. The built in convention center is large enough to fit 1500 rooms in the grand ballroom, along with 14 meeting rooms.

• JW Marriott

  phone: +62 21 5798 8888
  address: Jl. DR. Ide Anak Agung Gde Agung Kav. E 1.2 No. 1 & 2
  Secluded in the Mega Kuningan ring road, traffic might not be a big hassle once approaching the hotel. Opulent yet tasteful decoration, huge rooms and many suites, with broadband and wireless internet. 3 restaurants (Indonesian, Chinese, Japanese) are expensive but has expansive menus. Wi-Fi free for Marriott members only.

• Kemang Icon by Alila

  phone: +62 21 719 7989
  address: Jl. Kemang Raya no. 1
  Boutique style all-suites hotel at the Kemang area. Each suite is designed differently so it can be a surprise for each visit. All relaxing facilities are at the upper floors: a tranquil restaurant and a pool up the stairs.

• Kristal

  phone: +62 21 7507050
  address: Jalan Tarogong Raya, Cilandak
  Serviced apartment style hotel near Pondok Indah. Many facilities including a dive course and equipment shop, coin operated laundry, a salon, gift shop and physiotherapy. Enticing live acoustic at the bar every night.

• Ritz-Carlton

  phone: +62 21 2551 8888
  address: Jl. DR. Ide Anak Agung Gde Agung Kav.E.1.1 no.1, Mega Kuningan
  The flagship hotel of the Ritz Carlton brand in Jakarta, with standard 5-star service. Bathrooms have floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the other skyscrapers popping up in this fast-growing area. Many types of suites to choose from. Free wireless internet. Only has 2 restaurants (Italian and international) and a bar, but generally enough to fit everyone.

• Oakwood Premier Cozomo

  phone: +62 21 2554 2300
  address: Jl. Dr. Ide Anak Agung Gde Agung, Blok E4.2 No 1, Mega Kuningan
  Serviced apartments available for even a one night rent. Generally perfect for a family. Should you want to eat, cook at home with groceries (or pre-made meals) from Ranch Market downstairs. There are also a few restaurants on ground level and first floor, or its own house restaurant. Separate fee applied for Wi-Fi.

Emergency numbers:

• Ambulance: 118.
• Police: 110.
• South Jakarta Police Station: Jalan Wijaya II, Tel.: +62 21 7206004, +62 21 7206011, +62 21 7221205.

List of hospitals with 24 hours emergency room (ER):

• RS Fatmawati, Jalan RS Fatmawati, Cilandak, Tel.: +62 21 7501524, Fax.: +62 21 7690123.
• RS Pusat Pertamina, Jl Kyai Maja No. 43 Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta 12120, Tel. +62 21 7219232, +62 21 7219366, +62 21 7219214, +62 21 7208693.
• RS Pondok Indah, Jl . Metro Duta Kav. UE, Tel.: +62 21 765 7525, Fax. +62 21 750 2324.
• RS Metropolitan Medical Centre (MMC) Jalan Rasuna Said Kav. C-21 Kuningan, Tel.: +62 21 5203435, Fax.: +62 21 5203417.
• RS Medistra, Jl . Gatot Subroto Kay. 59 Jakarta 12950, Tel. +62 21 5210200, +62 21 5210212, +62 21 5210214. Fax: +62 21 5210184.
• RS Jakarta, Jl . Jend. Sudirman Kav. 49, Tel.: +62 21 573 2241, +62 21 573 2243. Fax.: +62 21 571 0249.

• In East Jakarta, you can find the Taman Mini theme park, which is centred around the culture of Indonesia and its provinces.
• The spacious campus of the University of Indonesia can be found just south of the city in Depok.
• About 60 km south of Jakarta is the city of Bogor, known for its extensive botanical gardens.