Surabaya Sights
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Port
Surabaya, Indonesia
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$149
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 5½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
The capital city of East Java and the island’s second-largest city after Jakarta, Surabaya is your gateway to the historical intrigue of Old Java.
colonial era. First stop will be at Jagat Kirana Temple, the temple consider being the second biggest Hindu Temple in East Java. Explore Kampung Peneleh, a legendary village in Surabaya rich in history and culture. Believed to date back to the Singosari Kingdom, Peneleh is home to charming old houses blending colonial and modern architectural styles. It played a pivotal role in Indonesia’s independence movement, as youth activists once gathered and boarded here. Notably, it was the residence of H.O.S. Tjokroaminoto, a key figure in Indonesia’s history. Proceed to Blessed Virgin Mary Church. This church was built in 1899 with neo-gothic architecture. Continue the tour in the historical city of Surabaya, you will next visit Majapahit Hotel. The hotel was founded in 1910 as the Hotel Oranje by Lucas Martin Sarkies who commissioned Regent Alfred John Bidwell to design the hotel. The hotel opened in 1911. A new art deco style lobby extension was opened in 1936. Learn more on the history of this hotel and enjoy local cakes and also coffee and tea
A bit of ancient history awaits you at the Joko Dolog Statue. Legend holds that it was erected in 1289 to honor King Kertanegara of the Singosari Dynasty.
Notes:
Wear comfortable walking shoes. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Bring local currency, as many vendors do not accept credit cards or US dollars.