Timeline
16:21
Grab an iced coffee or a light bite at New Batavia Cafe. It is an 8-minute walk from the Drawbridge and stays open until 22:00 on weekdays and 23:00 on weekends, giving you plenty of time before the evening chill sets in.
17:06
Walk 41 minutes ENE to Ancol Dream Park. This is Southeast Asia's biggest playground and the specific vantage point where the sun sets directly behind the Diamond City Drawbridge. Find a spot near the edge of the park with a clear view of the WSW horizon.
17:51
Watch the sunset. The sun dips directly behind the Dutch-style drawbridge at around 17:51 local time. The golden light starts about 20 minutes earlier, so you can enjoy the warm glow while you wait.
18:36
End your evening at Warung Menerima Pesan Antar. It is a 24/7 Indonesian restaurant located just 11 minutes from the Drawbridge. It is the perfect place to grab a hot, comforting meal after watching the sun go down.
Local tip
The view from Ancol Dream Park is approximately 2.5 km away from the anchor. The line of sight is computed, so ensure your viewing spot is unobstructed. If you prefer a more relaxed start, New Batavia Cafe is open until 23:00 on weekends, so you can take your time with your drink before heading to the park.
Check before you go
- New Batavia Cafe is open Mo-Fr 09:00-22:00 and Sa-Su 07:00-23:00.
- Warung Menerima Pesan Antar is open 24/7.
- The sunset alignment is valid from 22 Nov to 11 Dec and 01 Jan to 20 Jan.
Worth knowing
- Sun position is calculated. We have not confirmed the view is unobstructed.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Jakarta (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).