Overview
Kota Tua (Old Batavia) was the center of Batavia under the Dutch East India Company (VOC) in the 17th century and is now Jakarta's heritage district. Fatahillah Square is surrounded by colonial buildings including the Jakarta History Museum (former City Hall), Wayang Museum, and the Fine Art and Ceramics Museum. On weekends the square hosts street performances and bicycle rentals, and Cafe Batavia offers coffee steeped in colonial atmosphere. Square free; museum admission about IDR 5,000. A 5-minute walk from TransJakarta Kota Station.
Travel Tips
Visit on Saturday morning for street performances and a glimpse of locals' weekend outings. At Cafe Batavia, ask for a second-floor balcony seat.
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Attractions near Kota Tua (Old Batavia)
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Wayang Museum
A museum dedicated to Indonesia's traditional wayang shadow-puppet theatre.
📍 0m away
Sunda Kelapa
Jakarta's old harbour, still used by traditional wooden pinisi schooners.
📍 1.2km away
Glodok
Jakarta's historic Chinatown district, with roots dating back to the 17th century.
📍 1.5km away
Pasar Baru
One of Jakarta's oldest shopping streets, in continuous operation since 1820.
📍 4.1km away
Selamat Datang Monument
An iconic roundabout monument built to welcome guests of the 1962 Asian Games.
📍 6.8km away
Gelora Bung Karno Stadium
Indonesia's largest national stadium, built for the 1962 Asian Games.
📍 9.3km away
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