Holiday in Tangerang
City in Indonesia — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇮🇩
Country
Indonesia
Type
City
Best time to travel
May to September (dry season, 27-33 °C). October to April is the rainy season with daily showers.
Budget/day
30-70 €
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta (CGK, approx. 13-16 h with a layover). No visa required for Germans for up to 30 days (Visa on Arrival extendable to 60 days).
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What makes Tangerang special as a destination?
Tangerang is a million-inhabitant city in the Banten province, located directly west of Jakarta. Although often perceived as a suburb of Jakarta, Tangerang is an independent city with over 1.9 million residents and the most important airport in Indonesia — Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. For travelers, Tangerang is primarily relevant as a gateway to Indonesia's island world: Flights to Bali, Yogyakarta, Lombok, Flores, and the thousands of other islands of the archipelago depart from the airport. However, the city itself has surprisingly much to offer. The old town of Tangerang (Chinatown/Pasar Lama) is one of the oldest Chinese quarters in Java, featuring the Boen Tek Bio Temple (1684) — one of the oldest Chinese temples in Indonesia. The temple combines Confucian, Buddhist, and Taoist elements under one roof. The Cisadane riverside promenade has been modernized and offers jogging, cycling, and street food markets. The AEON Mall and Ice BSD City are modern shopping and entertainment complexes. Indonesian street food in Tangerang is legendary cheap: Nasi Goreng, Sate, and Bakso at every corner for under €1.
What are the top highlights in Tangerang?
The top highlights in Tangerang include Boen Tek Bio Temple, Pasar Lama (Chinatown), Soekarno-Hatta Airport, Situ Cipondoh, Cisadane Promenade.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Boen Tek Bio Temple
One of the oldest Chinese temples in Indonesia (1684): Confucian-Buddhist-Taoist Trinity Temple in the old town.
Pasar Lama (Chinatown)
Historic Chinese quarter with colonial architecture, street food stalls, and traditional craft businesses.
Soekarno-Hatta Airport
Indonesia's largest airport and gateway to the islands: Flights to Bali, Yogyakarta, Lombok, and 17,000 other islands.
Situ Cipondoh
Natural lake with water sports, fish restaurants, and sunset: popular recreation area for locals.
Cisadane Promenade
Modernized riverside promenade: jogging, cycling, and evening street food markets by the water.
Hotels in Tangerang
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When is the best time to visit Tangerang?
The best time to visit Tangerang is May to September (dry season, 27-33 °C). October to April is the rainy season with daily showers.. 27-34 °C, hot and humid, drier months May-September In winter: 26-33 °C, humid with daily tropical rainfalls
Recommended travel time
May to September (dry season, 27-33 °C). October to April is the rainy season with daily showers.
Summer
27-34 °C, hot and humid, drier months May-September
Winter
26-33 °C, humid with daily tropical rainfalls
How much does a holiday in Tangerang cost?
Budget travellers: 10-25 €/day, mid-range: 30-70 €/day, luxury: 80-200 €/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
10-25 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
30-70 €
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
80-200 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Tangerang?
Flight to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta (CGK, approx. 13-16 h with a layover). No visa required for Germans for up to 30 days (Visa on Arrival extendable to 60 days).
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Visa on Arrival — 30 days for 500,000 IDR (approx. 30 €) at the airport. Extendable to 60 days at immigration.
Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) — 1 € ≈ 17,000 IDR. ATMs everywhere, cash for street food.
Airport Rail Link — direct train connection from the airport to the center of Jakarta. Fast, cheap, and air-conditioned.
Street food paradise — Nasi Goreng, Sate, Bakso, and more for under €1. The small Warungs (street kitchens) are the best.
Use Grab — the app works excellently for taxis and motorcycle taxis (GrabBike). Much cheaper than meter taxis.
What should you eat in Tangerang?
Typical specialities in Tangerang: Nasi Goreng — fried rice with egg, vegetables, and sweet soy sauce: Indonesia's national dish, available everywhere for under €1., Sate Ayam — grilled chicken skewers with peanut sauce and Lontong (rice cakes): ubiquitous street food., Bakso — beef meatball soup with noodles and wonton: Indonesia's most popular street food, served from hand carts., Soto Tangerang — local variant of the spicy soup with rice noodles and herbs: Tangerang's specialty., Es Cendol — sweet ice drink with green rice noodles, palm sugar, and coconut milk: perfect refreshment in the heat..
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