Queen of the East (Old Batavia) Walking Tour

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!

1. 1

   Maritime Museum

   50 min

   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. 2

   Jakarta Old Town

   15 min

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

3. 3

   Kota Intan Bridge

   15 min

   Passing through the nearly 400 years old Kota Intan Drawbridge

4. 4

   Stop 4

   Pass by

   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. 5

   Jakarta History Museum (Fatahillah Museum)

   40 min

   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)

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.