You're Going to Love Bogor
A vital hill station in Dutch colonial times, Bogor boasts gorgeous gardens, a mild climate, and some magical attractions. At 40 miles from Jakarta, it's also a great base from which to explore Indonesia's capital.
Top 5 Reasons to Visit Bogor
1. The Botanical Gardens
The jewel in Bogor's crown, Kebun Raya is one of the most beautiful botanical gardens in the world, with lotus ponds, hundreds of palm varieties, and over 3,000 orchids.
2. Museums and Palaces to Enthrall Visitors
Other attractions well worth visiting include the Zoology Museum, with its collection of taxidermy, and the Presidential Palace, which houses a wonderful art collection.
3. There Are Plenty of Family Attractions
Bogor has more family attractions than you might expect from a town of its size, including the rollercoasters of the Jungle Fest amusement park, and the chutes and pools at Marcopolo Water Adventure.
4. Jakarta Is within Easy Reach
Jakarta is a pulsating metropolis, but staying there can be hectic. A better option is to find lodgings in Bogor and drive in when the desire takes you.
5. Take Day Trips to Surrounding Natural Sights
Not far from Bogor, you'll find the beautiful Cikidang waterfalls, while adrenaline junkies can take whitewater rafting trips on the nearby Sungai Citarik river.
When to Visit Bogor
Bogor is also known as the "City of Rain", due to its rainy season. To avoid the rains, travel between late May and September.
How to Get to Bogor
Plane
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is not far away. A bus from there will cost about Rp55,000 and taxis will charge around Rp350,000.
Train
There are trains every 30 minutes from Jakarta, which cost just Rp2,000.
Car
From Jakarta, take Highway 2. If you are coming from Bandung, take Highway 3, then Highway 11 towards Bogor.
Bus
DAMRI runs buses from Jakarta and Bandung to Bogor. Expect the journey from the capital to take between one and two hours.
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bogor
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How to Get Around Bogor
Public Transportation
Angkot minibuses cover pretty much all of Bogor, and single tickets cost just Rp3,500.
Taxi
Taxis in Bogor will charge around Rp7,250 for the meter drop, followed by Rp7,500 for every mile.
Car
Car rental services in Bogor include Merdeka Rent Car and Laduta, and you should find deals for as little as Rp40,000 per day.
The Cost of Living in Bogor
Shopping Streets
The most fun places to shop in Bogor are the traditional market stalls in Sempur (north of the gardens), but there are also malls like Botani Square that offer international brands and good places to eat.
Groceries and Other
Supermarkets in Bogor include Robinson, Toko, and Prima Fresh. Expect to pay around Rp18,000 for 12 eggs.
Where to Eat in Bogor
Bogor has its own signature dishes, including tauge goreng (grilled bean sprouts), but you'll find all kinds of Indonesian food at its best restaurants. Standouts include De' Leuit, with its pyramid-shaped roof, and Gumati Cafe, which specializes in Sundanese cuisine. Meals will cost around Rp80,000.