National Museum of Indonesia
Indonesia's premier museum, tracing the archipelago's cultures from prehistory to the present.
Don't miss at National Museum of Indonesia
- ◆ Archipelago-wide artefacts
- ◆ Hindu-Buddhist statuary
- ◆ Ethnographic galleries
Insider tip
Known as the 'Elephant Building' for the bronze elephant out front.
National Museum of Indonesia — visitor questions
What is National Museum of Indonesia known for?
Indonesia's premier museum, tracing the archipelago's cultures from prehistory to the present. Highlights include: Archipelago-wide artefacts; Hindu-Buddhist statuary; Ethnographic galleries.
Where is National Museum of Indonesia?
National Museum of Indonesia is in Merdeka Square, Jakarta — Jl. Medan Merdeka Barat No.12, Jakarta.
Any tips for visiting National Museum of Indonesia?
Known as the 'Elephant Building' for the bronze elephant out front.
Can Chauffyr take me to National Museum of Indonesia?
Yes — Chauffyr provides a private, fixed-price chauffeur to National Museum of Indonesia and between every stop on your Jakarta itinerary, with no parking or driving to worry about.
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