Travel Guide to Gedung Kesenian Jakarta

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, start your journey in West Java and head towards Jakarta. You can take the Jakarta-Cikampek Toll Road (Toll Road 1) for a direct route into central Jakarta. Once you reach the city, follow the signs for Jl. Gatot Subroto and then to Jl. Jend. Sudirman. Continue onto Jl. Hayam Wuruk and then turn onto Jl. Gedung Kesenian, where Gedung Kesenian Jakarta is located at Jl. Gedung Kesenian No.1, Ps. Baru, Kecamatan Sawah Besar. Ensure to check for parking facilities nearby.

• Bus

  For public transportation, you can take a bus from various locations in West Java to Jakarta. Use the Damri bus service which operates from major cities in West Java to Jakarta. Get off at the Gambir bus terminal, and from there, you can take a local bus or a taxi. The local bus number 1 or 2 will take you towards the Sawah Besar area, and you can get off at the nearest stop to Gedung Kesenian Jakarta. The bus fare usually ranges from IDR 15,000 to IDR 30,000.

• Train

  Alternatively, you can take a train from major cities in West Java to Jakarta. Trains to Jakarta usually arrive at Gambir Station. From Gambir, you can either take a taxi or use public transport such as buses or angkot (minibus) to reach Gedung Kesenian Jakarta. If you opt for the angkot, take the one heading to Pasar Baru and get off at the closest stop to Jl. Gedung Kesenian. Train tickets typically cost between IDR 50,000 to IDR 100,000 depending on the class.

• Taxi or Ride-Hailing Service

  Once in Jakarta, if you prefer a more direct approach, you can use a taxi or ride-hailing apps like Gojek or Grab. Simply enter 'Gedung Kesenian Jakarta' into the app, and it will guide you directly to the venue. Fares can vary based on the distance and traffic conditions, generally ranging from IDR 50,000 to IDR 150,000 from central Jakarta.