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Queen of the East (Old Batavia) Walking Tour

4.43Jakarta

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For those who are curious about the Old Batavia (Kota Tua/Old Jakarta), don’t miss the opportunity to exploring and listening to stories and history that attached to this area which was called “The Queen of the East” in its heyday. Accompanied by a professional guide, we will explore the old fame of “Kota Tua” which was used as the basis for the VOC (Dutch East India Company) Headquarter in Asia. Afterwards, we will stroll down to the remaining old city walls of Batavia and also the warehouses that used to store the spices and the logistics for the company. Passing through the oldest wooden drawbridge in Batavia and many more places. In about 3 hours, we will walk through the footpath of VOC era. While also exercising by walking, we will learn more about the importance of Batavia (now : Jakarta) during the Dutch Colonial era. Do not forget to take pictures of the iconic spots.Looking forward to meet you there, Fellow Travelers!

  • Pocket map
  • Private tour
  • Entrance fees
  • English speaking guide
  • Mineral water
  • Batik cloth fan
  • Not included: Optional activities other than specified
  • Not included: Meals
  • Not included: Travel insurance
  • Not included: Guide tips
  • Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

In front of the Syahbandar Tower (Museum Bahari)

Meeting and Pickup

  1. Meet your guide here and visiting the VOC (Dutch East Indies Company) spices warehouse which is known as Museum Bahari Enjoying the iconic panorama of Sunda Kelapa Harbour from above of the Controller Tower (Menara Syahbandar).

  2. Exploring the remaining of the Batavia’s old city wall that is still exists near the Eastern Warehouse.

  3. Passing through the nearly 400 years old Kota Intan Drawbridge

  4. Walking through the Dutch Colonial urban planning & architectures during the 17th – 18th centuries in the Old Batavia. See the Old Governor General's mansion known as Toko Merah

  5. Witnessing the grand Fatahilah Museum that collect a lot of antiques from 17th-19th centuries and visit underground dungeon.

Public transportation options are available nearby Not recommended for pregnant travelers Suitable for all physical fitness levels Please bring umbrella, in case of raining especially during rainiy season (October – April) Minimum and Maximum Pax : 1-15 Pax Please prepare to wear comfortable clothes & shoes(Jakarta’s weather is all-time warm and humid) This tour is not recommended/suitable for wheelchair and baby strollers The tour is free for infant (0-3 years). Adult and children (3-12 years old) share the same fare Children must be accompanied by adult There is no tour on Monday, because all museum are closed The tour will still run either sunny or rainy conditions. Length of walking : 4-4,5 km

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From US$67.15