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Surabaya travel guide

Indonesia

Basics

CountryIndonesia

Time zoneAsia/Jakarta

CurrencyIDR

Official language(s)Indonesian

Be prepared for heavy traffic and allow extra time when using public transportation.

Places to visit

Surabaya Zoo

One of Indonesia’s oldest zoos, popular with families and casual visitors.

LocationJl. Setail No.1, Darmo, Kec. Wonokromo, Surabaya, Jawa Timur 60241, Indonesia

Nearest stationWonokromo Station

HoursDaily 08:00–16:00

AdmissionPaid

Travel tipGo early in the day to avoid the heat.

Bank Indonesia Museum Surabaya

A museum housed in a former bank building, showing Indonesia’s financial history and currency.

LocationJl. Garuda No.1, Krembangan Selatan, Kec. Krembangan, Surabaya, Jawa Timur 60175, Indonesia

Nearest stationPasar Turi Station

HoursTue–Sun 08:00–15:00

AdmissionFree

Travel tipEasy to combine with other Old Town sights.

House of Sampoerna

A museum, gallery, and café complex that showcases Surabaya’s cigar and city history.

LocationTaman Sampoerna 6, Surabaya

Nearest stationPasar Turi

HoursDaily 09:00–18:00

AdmissionFree

Travel tipCombine the exhibits with a guided tour for more context on the brand and the city.

Bungkul Park

A popular urban park with greenery and walking paths, ideal for a relaxing break.

LocationJl. Taman Bungkul, Darmo, Surabaya

Nearest stationWonokromo

HoursOpen 24 hours

AdmissionFree

Travel tipMorning or late afternoon is best because it is cooler and more comfortable.

Heroes Monument

An iconic independence monument that represents Surabaya’s history and identity.

LocationJl. Pahlawan, Alun-alun Contong, Surabaya

Nearest stationPasar Turi

Hours24 hours daily

AdmissionFree

Travel tipVisit after dark for the illuminated monument and better photos.

Tunjungan Plaza

A landmark mega mall in Surabaya, great for shopping, dining, and urban people-watching.

LocationJl. Basuki Rahmat No.8-12, Surabaya

Nearest stationGubeng

HoursDaily 10:00–22:00

AdmissionFree

Travel tipIt gets crowded on weekends; weekday afternoons are more relaxed.

Surabaya Monument

An iconic monument of Surabaya.

HoursAlways Open

AdmissionFree

Travel tipA great spot for taking photos.

Surabaya Cathedral

The oldest church in Surabaya, a historical monument.

Hours08:00 - 18:00

AdmissionFree

Travel tipTours inside the church are available, so make a reservation in advance.

Food to try

Surabaya Rice Bowl

A restaurant specialized in traditional Indonesian rice bowl dishes.

Hours10:00 - 20:00

AdmissionIDR 25,000 - 40,000

Travel tipMake sure to order in the local style.

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