Timeline
08:00
Walk the wide pathways of Monas Park. The large square is best explored early in the morning when the light is soft and the area is quiet. Let the open space clear your mind before the city gets busy.
08:30
Head to Bakmi Gang Kelinci for a hearty lunch. Order the signature mie ayam, featuring yellow noodles with braised chicken and mushrooms. It is a reliable, halal spot that opens early and serves consistently well.
09:15
Stroll over to Surya Crafts to browse the local wares. This art shop offers a quiet contrast to the bustling streets outside, where you can look at traditional Indonesian crafts and take your time.
Local tip
Monas Park is open all day, but arriving at 08:00 ensures you have the space to yourself. Bakmi Gang Kelinci is open from 07:00 on weekdays, so you will find no queue at lunchtime. Surya Crafts closes at 18:00, so you have plenty of time to browse after your meal.
Check before you go
- Bakmi Gang Kelinci is closed on Saturdays between 09:00 and 14:00.
- Surya Crafts is open daily from 09:00 to 18:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Jakarta (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).