Gambir Travel Guide
Jakarta
Popular places to visit
Istiqlal Mosque
Mingle with the thousands of worshippers who come to pray at this modern mosque, which is one of the largest in Southeast Asia.
National Monument
Standing high above the city skyline, this giant sculpture boasts superb views and some of the most important documents in Indonesia’s history.
Merdeka Palace
Indonesia’s most important political site is also home to an assortment of stunning artwork and architecture.
Jakarta Cathedral
Discover Indonesia’s largest and most beautiful Christian structure, located right in Jakarta’s bustling center.
National Museum of Indonesia
Touching on a diverse range of subjects, from ancient humans to life under a foreign power, this superb museum is a riveting look at thousands of years of Indonesia's history.
Immanuel Church
Admire the grandiose façade of one of Jakarta’s finest Dutch colonial buildings, spot a coveted copy of the Bible and attend services in various languages.
Things to do
Jakarta: Half-Day Highlights Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at Soekarno–Hatta Int Airport (CGK)
Best of Lombok: Tribe Villages, Traditions & Waterfalls
Top hotels in Gambir
Merlynn Park Hotel
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Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025
Vertu Harmoni Jakarta
Good location and friendly staff
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Millennium Hotel Sirih Jakarta
Clean room and staff
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
YELLO Hotel Harmoni Jakarta
Cleanliness = 9/10 Staff = 10/10 Amenities = 8/10 (there is no fridge, but a cooler), the toilet paper is terrible) Location = 8/10, there is some eateries at the lower floors and a convenient store.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Classic Hotel
The hotel was older but was fairly comfortable. I really liked the downstairs breakfast as it had a lot of variety of Indonesian foods to try. Getting Grab transportation from the lobby area was also really easy. Only thing is not much to do in the immediate area within walking distance.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2025
Mövenpick Hotel Jakarta City Centre
Great place…would stay again!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gambir
Kebon Sirih
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and monuments in Kebon Sirih. You might want to make time for a stop at Jaksa Street or Farmer Statue.
Central Jakarta
Central Jakarta is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Ismail Marzuki Park and Sarinah Mall, and you can get around town on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station.
Taman Sari
Shopping, historical sites and spas are some highlights of Taman Sari. Make a stop by Lokasari Plaza or Mangga Dua Square while you're exploring.
Kebon Kacang
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Kebon Kacang and you might want to plan a stop by Tanah Abang Market and Thamrin City Shopping Mall while you're in the area.
Gondangdia
While you're in Gondangdia, take in top sights like Sarinah Mall and jump on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station to see more of the city.
Mangga Besar
Bars and shopping are notable features of Mangga Besar. You might consider stopping by Plaza Glodok while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
