Know before you go in Jakarta
⚠️ Avoid
Nightlife pockets
Stay in busy areas; avoid SCBD and Jalan Pelatehan (Blok M) at night.
🚇 Getting around
MRT, LRT & Transjakarta
Transjakarta buses have their own lanes; Gojek/Grab bikes are common.
🕌 Prayer
Bring your telekung
Prayer rooms rarely lend garments now; Istiqlal is SE Asia's largest mosque.
🍜 Halal food
Betawi cuisine
Try Kafe Betawi and Es Teler 77.
⭐ Don't miss
Tanah Abang
SE Asia's biggest textile market for modest fashion; busiest before Eid.
