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City Tour With Jakarta City Bus

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• Watch your steps whenever you are getting in or out from the bus.

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• Watchout for the routes where the buses are going and plan them wisely based on your travel interests, whether you wish to go for shopping, enjoy Jakarta’s history or for explore local food.
• Sit at the front row on the upper level to get the best view.
• The indoor seats in the lower level of the bus is air-conditioned, suitable for families with small children.
• Among the attraction stops that you can visit on Jakarta City Bus including National Museum, Negara Palace, Cultural Theatre (Gedung Kesenian), MONAS National Monument, Catholic Cathedral, Istiqlal Mosque, Pasar Baroe vintage shopping street.
• The bus starts from Bunderal HI (Hotel Indonesia Circle) in front of Kempinki Hotel Indonesia.
• Plan your time wisely so you will be able to make use of all the free stops that the Jakarta City Bus has to offer. You can even spend the whole day on it!

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Jakarta is known for its endless bustle but it also has its own beauty. Visit various iconic landmark in Jakarta with this tour. Your journey will begin at National Monument that was built as a commemoration of the battle for Indonesian independence. Discover the dioramas that displays Indonesian history during the prehistoric era until the time of Dutch colonization. The following destinations are Istiqlal Mosque, the largest mosque in Southeast Asia, and Cathedral Church which has neo-gothic European architecture. Then conclude your tour by taking plenty of pictures at the charming Old Town Batavia. 

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PT Transportasi Jakarta juga mengelola 22 bus tingkat gratis yang digunakan sebagai sarana transportasi wisata yang dapat digunakan secara gratis oleh seluruh warga di ibu kota. Bus wisata Transjakarta ini disebut dengan bus Jakarta Explorer. Bus Jakarta Explorer saat ini memiliki 7 rute wisata yang berbeda. Bus ini beroperasi dengan menelusuri ikon dan landmark yang ada di kota Jakarta. Bus wisata ini juga dilengkapi dengan audio yang menjelaskan latar belakang dari lokasi-lokasi yang disinggahi serta bus attendant (OnBoard) yang juga dapat memberikan penjelasan mengenai ikon – ikon kota Jakarta yang dilewati oleh bus tersebut.

Rute-rute serta jam operasional yang dimiliki oleh bus wisata Jakarta Explorer dapat dilihat pada peta di bawah ini

BW1 – Sejarah Jakarta (History of Jakarta)

BW2 – Jakarta Baru (Jakarta Modern)

BW3 – Kesenian dan Kuliner (Art and Culinary)

BW4 – Pencakar Langit (Jakarta Skyscrapers )

BW5 – Ruang Terbuka (Jakarta Open Space)

BW6 – Cagar Budaya Jakarta (Jakarta Heritage)

BW7 – Belanja Jakarta (Jakarta Shopping)

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City Tour Jakarta: Explore Jakarta with Double-decker Buses

We can see that Jakarta government is continuously developing their services for tourists. Not only are the attractions are well-kept to make tourists more comfortable when visiting, so is the public transportation – like the  City Tour Jakarta buses.

These double-decker buses are provided by Jakarta government for everyone who wants to explore a few of main attractions in the city. It’s quite rare to see double-decker buses in Indonesia, isn’t it?

These buses are more known as “Mpok Siti” (Eng: Miss Siti) . You can wait the bus at certain bus stops which are located in Central Jakarta. These buses will stop at tourist attractions like Kota Tua, Monas (Monumen Nasional) , and Museum Nasional .

There are currently 28 buses operating from Monday to Sunday. The service is free. On the weekends, the buses operate with special themes like historical tour, culinary tour, and shopping tour. The waiting time between buses is approximately 20 mins.

Buses are  equipped  with  video screens  and tour guides will provide the information you need along the route.

Passengers may board or step out of the bus at any of the designated stops.

The History of Jakarta tour buses operate every Sunday from 12 pm to 8 pm. These buses are equipped with GPS, so when they pass through a museum or historical building, a narration about the place will be played through speakers in the bus.

The Culinary and Art buses operate every Saturday from 5 pm to 11 pm, and they will pass through popular culinary spots in Jakarta like Pecenongan and Pasar Baru area. This is one of the most favorite tours provided by Mpok Siti, as the tourists also can see a slice of Jakarta’s nightlife.

Meanwhile, the shopping tour buses operate every Monday to Saturday  at 9 am to 5 pm, and every Sunday at 12 pm to 8 pm. The tour will explore Jakarta’s main shopping centers like Sarinah, Plaza Indonesia, and skyscrapers around Jalan MH Thamrin, Central Jakarta.

Another recently launched route is Balai Kota – Kalijodo . For information, Kalijodo is one of the Ruang Publik Terpadu Ramah Anak (RPTRA) that are scattered around Jakarta. Now, this area is always crowded with people doing various activities, from just jogging and cycling to skateboarding.

The City Tour Jakarta buses depart to Kalijodo every Monday to Friday from 11 am to 9 pm, every Saturday at 9am to 11pm, and Sunday from 12 pm to 7 pm.

The routes are:

• BW1 – Route  Jakarta History  ( Sejarah Jakarta ) : Juanda/Istiqlal – Monumen Nasional – Balai Kota – Museum Nasional – Gedung Arsip – Museum Bank Indonesia – BNI 46
• BW2 – Route  Jakarta Modern ( Jakarta Baru )  : Juanda/Istiqlal – Monumen Nasional 1 – Monumen Nasional 2 – Balai Kota – Sarinah – Bundaran HI – Sarinah – Monumen Nasional – Pecenongan
• BW3 – Route  Art and Cullinary  ( Kesenian dan Kuliner ) : Juanda/Istiqlal – Monumen Nasional 2 – Balai Kota – Sarinah – Bundaran HI – Harmoni – Gedung Arsip – Museum BI – BNI 46
• BW4 – Route  Jakarta Skyscrapers  ( Pencakar Langit Jakarta  ) : Juanda/Istiqlal – Monas 1 – Monas 2, Balai Kota – Sarinah – Tosari – Sudirman – Karet – Bundaran Senayan – Gelora Bung Karno – Dukuh Atas – Bundaran HI – Museum Nasional – Pecenongan – Gedung Kesenian Jakarta
• BW5 – Route  Jakarta Open Space  ( Ruang Terbuka  ) : Balai Kota – Sarinah – Tosari – RPTRA Kalijodo – Tosari – Bundaran HI – Balai Kota
• BW6 –  Route Jakarta-Heritage (Cagar Budaya Jakarta) :   IRTI – Balai Kota – Sarinah – Tosari – Maqom Mbah Priuk – Tosari – Bundaran HI – Sarinah – Juanda/Istiqlal

See the complete route  and timings as below:

60 comfortable seats and Air Conditioners are available in each bus. Unlike Transjakarta Buses, you won’t see the passengers standing in the aisle or sitting on the floor. It is recommended to depart from Juanda Shelter, so you will get an empty bus and you can choose your preferred seat.

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Jakarta City Tour Bus - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

01 Mar 2024

Explore Jakarta with Bus Wisata Transjakarta

by : Eva Simorangkir

Editor : Aditya Gagat Hanggara

Smartcitizens, do you take Transjakarta every day? This kind of public transportation can indeed be a suitable choice for your mobility. During the weekends, what do you take? Transjakarta could definitely be your choice too! Every weekend or even on weekdays, there's the  bus wisata (tour bus) Jakarta Explorer by Transjakarta that you can hop on. What routes does it serve? What exciting places does it pass by? Let's check them out below!  

Jakarta Explorer tour bus from Transjakarta. Source: Jakarta Smart City  

BW1: Sejarah Jakarta (History of Jakarta)

Are you fond of Jakarta's history? Well, then you should take the BW1 route:  Sejarah Jakarta (History of Jakarta). This route passes by important places, for example, the Jakarta City Hall, which serves as Jakarta's administrative centre. Besides, you can also see one of Indonesia's most important icons, the National Monument (Monumen Nasional/Monas).

BW1: History of Jakarta operates from Monday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Indonesian Western Time. On Sundays, you can take it from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. The places covered by this route include:

• Jakarta City Hall;
• National Museum (Museum Nasional);
• Gedung Arsip;
• Museum BI (Bank Indonesia);
• Masjid Jami Kebon Jeruk;
• Pasar Baru;
• Monas 2; dan

BW1:  Sejarah Jakarta  (History of Jakarta) travel map. Source:  transjakarta.co.id  

Before taking it, you should pay attention to its route. The stops serving the BW1 route: History of Jakarta are:

• Juanda Istiqlal;
• Bank Indonesia Museum; and
• Kali Besar Barat 1.  

BW1:  Sejarah Jakarta  (History of Jakarta) route map. Source: transjakarta.co.id  

BW2: Jakarta Baru (Jakarta Modern)

Are you that much of a modern person? For those who want to enjoy Jakarta's modernity, please take the BW2 route:  Jakarta Baru (Jakarta Modern). This route passes through Jakarta's flagship malls, such as Sarinah. There, you can explore shops selling various local products and enjoy Jakarta from its rooftop and platforms. There's also Plaza Indonesia, a mall suitable for your recreation.

You can enjoy BW2: New Jakarta (Jakarta Modern) every Monday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM WIB and on Sundays from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The complete places covered are:

• Balai Kota DKI Jakarta;
• Plaza Indonesia;
• Menara Topas;
• Museum Nasional;
• Pecenongan;
• Juanda/Istiqlal;

BW2: Jakarta Baru (Jakarta Modern) travel map. Source:  transjakarta.co.id

Don't forget to pay attention to its route as well. There are several stops serving it:

• Balai Kota 1;
• Perpustakaan Nasional;
• DPRD DKI Jakarta;
• Tugu Tani 2;

BW2: Jakarta Baru (Jakarta Modern) route map. Source:  transjakarta.co.id

BW3: Kesenian dan Kuliner (Arts and Culinary)

For those who love arts and culinary delights, the Transjakarta tour bus can also spice up your weekends. The BW3 route: Arts and Culinary passes through interesting trading areas like Pasar Baru. There are various culinary delights along the way.

BW3: Arts and Culinary operates every Saturday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM WIB. From Balai Kota DKI Jakarta to IRTI, here are the places covered:

• Masjid Kebon Jeruk;

BW3: Kesenian dan Kuliner (Arts and Culinary) travel map. Source  transjakarta.co.id  

BW4: Pencakar Langit   (Jakarta Skyscrapers)

Jakarta plays a role as an economic center. This is why there are many tall buildings housing offices. One of the famous ones is the Wisma 46 building shaped like a pen. It's located on Jalan Jenderal Sudirman, Central Jakarta, which includes the Dukuh Atas area. If you're interested in seeing it, you can take the BW4 route: Jakarta Skyscrapers.

Not only on weekends, but you can also enjoy the BW4 route: Jakarta Skyscrapers every Monday to Friday from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM WIB. On Saturdays, the route operates from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM WIB and on Sundays, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM WIB. Here's a list of places covered:

• Thamrin 10;
• Wisma Nusantara;
• Dukuh Atas 3;
• Karet Sudirman 1;
• Bundaran Senayan 2;
• FX Sudirman;
• Aquatic Stadium;
• GBK Pintu 7;
• Pasar Baru/GKJ;
• Balai Kota 1.

BW4: Pencakar Langit (Jakarta Skyscrapers) travel map. Source:  transjakarta.co.id  

To enjoy the BW4 route: Jakarta Skyscrapers, there are stops serving it. Here's the list:

• M. H. Thamrin 1;
• Gelora Bung Karno 1;
• Bundaran Senayan 3;
• M. H. Thamrin 2;
• Pecenongan 1;
• Pasar Baru Gedung Kesenian Jakarta;
• Monas 1; dan

BW4: Pencakar Langit (Jakarta Skyscrapers) route map. Source:  transjakarta.co.id

BW5: Ruang Terbuka (Jakarta Open Space)

Green Open Space ( Ruang Terbuka Hijau /RTH) can be a healthy recreational area. Its management is regulated by  Peraturan Gubernur   Nomor 9 Tahun 2022 tentang Ruang Terbuka Hijau (Governor Regulation Number 9 of 2022 concerning Green Open Space). If you take the BW5 route: Jakarta Open Space, don't forget to visit the Kalijodo  RPTRA (Ruang Publik Terpadu Ramah Anak) ! As an open space, RPTRA Kalijodo has various facilities for visitors to enjoy.

BW5: Jakarta Open Space also operates on weekdays, every Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM WIB. Additionally, you can enjoy its service on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM WIB and Sundays from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM WIB. Let's take a note of its journey:

• RPTRA Kalijodo;
• Bundaran HI;
• Sarinah; dan

BW5: Ruang Terbuka (Jakarta Open Space) travel map. Source:  transjakarta.co.id  

BW6: Cagar Budaya Jakarta (Jakarta Heritage)

Cultural heritage is created to preserve an area. In North Jakarta, there's the Mbah Priok Tomb, considered sacred. It's easy to visit there! You can take the BW6 route: Jakarta Heritage.

Interested? Let's spend your time every Saturday to Sunday from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM WIB, according to operational hours. This tour bus also passes through the following places:

• Makam Mbah Priok;

BW6:  Cagar Budaya Jakarta (Jakarta Heritage) travel map. Source:  transjakarta.co.id  

BW7: Belanja Jakarta (Jakarta Shopping)

Are you a shopaholic? Well, this tour bus is perfect for you. BW7:  Belanja Jakarta (Jakarta Shopping) serves a route passing through various shopping centers, such as Plaza Senayan and Senayan City.

BW7: Jakarta Shopping is another route that operates on weekdays, from Monday to Friday, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM WIB. Every Saturday, you can enjoy it from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM WIB. Here are the complete places covered, don't forget to note them:

• Lapangan Panahan;
• Istora Senayan;
• Plaza Senayan;
• Senayan City;
• Karet Sudirman 2;
• Dukuh Atas 4;
• Stasiun Sudirman;
• Sarinah 2; dan

BW7: Belanja Jakarta (Jakarta Shopping) route map. Source:  transjakarta.co.id

What's the Fare for Transjakarta Bus Tour?

PT Transportasi Jakarta provides services with 22 Jakarta Explorer tour buses for the seven routes mentioned above. What's interesting is that you can go around Jakarta with a double-decker bus concept. Is the fare more expensive than regular Transjakarta buses? Turns out, no! In fact, by riding Jakarta Explorer, you're only charged  Rp0 which means it's free. However, you still need to tap in or touch your electronic card   on the machine.

Are you ready to have fun with Jakarta Explorer? Your daily life can also be made easier by riding Transjakarta buses. Plus,  JAKI makes it easy for you to check schedules, routes, and fares. Once the application is open, you just need to search for the Public Transport feature on the search bar and click on Transjakarta.

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Happy exploring! Want to know more information about mobility or public transportation in Jakarta? Feel free to follow  @jsclab !

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Jakarta Explorer by Transjakarta: Things You Should Know

• 14:00, 6 Mar 2023

Jakarta is a bustling metropolis with a distinct blend of history, culture, and modernity. The Jakarta Explorer by Transjakarta is an excellent option for exploring the vibrant city and its hidden gems. This public transportation service transports tourists and locals through Jakarta’s rich history, diverse culture, and breathtaking landmarks.

The Jakarta Explorer by Transjakarta is the ideal way to discover the city’s beauty and charm, thanks to its convenient routes and free admission. This explorer bus service promises a memorable and enjoyable experience whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned local.

The Brief History

The Jakarta Explorer City Bus is a tourist-oriented public transportation service operated by PT Transportasi Jakarta , the Transjakarta bus rapid transit system operator. It debuted in 2014. The goal was to provide tourists and locals with a convenient and affordable way to explore Jakarta’s numerous attractions.

The service is hop-on, hop-off, which means that passengers can board and exit the bus at any of the designated stops along the route. The buses are outfitted with multilingual audio guides that provide passengers informative commentary about the city’s landmarks and attractions.

The Routes of Jakarta Explorer

There are currently seven different tourist routes available on the Jakarta Explorer bus, such as:

BW-1 (Jakarta History)

Tourists and those interested in visiting several historical sites in Jakarta can take the first tourist bus route. The route begins at the Juanda Stop and continues to the Istiqlal Mosque, Monas 2, the Indonesian Restaurant and Park Association (IRTI) Monas, Balai Kota, Museum Nasional, Gedung Arsip, the Bank Indonesia Museum (BI), the BNI 46 Museum, Masjid Jami Kebon Jeruk, and Pasar Baru. 

The route operates Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

BW-2 (Jakarta Modern)

If you want to see the modern side of Jakarta, take the Jakarta Tourist Bus on this second route. Monas 1, Monas 2, IRTI, Balai Kota, Sarinah, Plaza Indonesia (PI), Topas Tower, Museum Nasional, Pecenongan, Pasar Baru, and Juanda/Istiqlal are among the stops that will be made.

This second route operates Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

BW-3 (Arts and Culinary)

This third route is open to tourists and Jakarta Tourist Bus riders interested in the city’s distinctive arts and cuisines. Monas 2, IRTI, Balai Kota, Museum Nasional, Gedung Arsip, BI Museum, BNI 46, Kebon Jeruk Mosque, Pasar Baru, and Juanda/Istiqlal will kick off the theme.

This route is only open on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.

BW-4 (Jakarta Skyscrapers)

Jakarta is a historical city as well as a skyscraper-filled metropolis. Tourists can get there by taking the Jakarta Tourist Bus, which runs Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The top points that this fourth route will pass are Monas 1, Monas 2, IRTI, Balai Kota, Sarinah, Wisma Nusantara, Tosari 1, Dukuh Atas 3, Karet Sudirman 1, GBK 1, Bundaran Senayan 2, FX Sudirman, GBK 2, Aquatic Stadium, Istora, GBK Pintu 7, Tosari 2, Plaza Indonesia, Sarinah 2, Museum Nasional, Pecenongan, Pasar Baru/GKJ, and Juanda/Istiqlal. 

BW-5 (Jakarta Open Space)

Despite its reputation as a metropolitan city, Jakarta has several open spaces that tourists can visit. Tosari, Bundaran HI, Sarinah, IRTI, Balai Kota, Sarinah, Tosari, and Kalijodo Child-Friendly Integrated Public Room (RPTRA) are among the stops on the fifth tourist bus route.

The route operates Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.

BW-6 (Jakarta Heritage)

Tourists can also visit Jakarta’s cultural reserves by taking the sixth tourist bus route, which runs every Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

This route includes Monas 2, Monas 1, IRTI, Balai Kota, Sarinah, Tosari, Mbah Priok Tomb, Tosari, Bundaran HI, Sarinah, and Juanda/Istiqlal.

BW-7 (Jakarta Shopping)

The Jakarta Tour Bus’s seventh route may make it easier for tourists to shop in Jakarta. Sarinah 2, IRTI, Balai Kota, Sarinah 1, Wisma Nusantara, Tosari 1, Dukuh Atas 3, Karet Sudirman 1, Lapangan Panahan, Plaza Sentral, Istora Senayan, Plaza Senayan, Senayan City, Karet Sudirman 2, Dukuh Atas 4, Stasiun Sudirman 2, Tosari 2, and Plaza Indonesia all stops on the bus.

It is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

How to Get to Jakarta Explorer Bus

If you want to try this bus, simply wait at a bus stop with a double-decker bus and a city tour sign. Bundaran Hotel Indonesia, Pecenongan, Museum Nasional, Pasar Baru, Masjid Istiqlal, Monumen Nasional (Monas), Balai Kota, and Sarinah are among the stops.

Make sure you pick the right spot to get a good view. Many people believe that the best place to enjoy the view is from the front seat.

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