Discovering new destinations in Indonesia all by yourself is not easy. You have to do a lot of research before you can decide where to go. Fortunately, you’re reading this article. We’ll give you great recommendations from the point of view of locals.
It’s the new year. The year 2021! It’s time for us to explore an underrated destination in Indonesia, which is Pekanbaru. Situated in Sumatra, Pekanbaru is the biggest city in Riau Province. It’s a wonderful place for your next getaway; we’ll tell you why 🙂
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Things to Do in Pekanbaru with Family
When you’re planning for your next vacay this year, you can visit these places we are going to mention below. We’ve compiled a list of things to do in Pekanbaru. Here you go!
1. Wonder around Pekanbaru’s An-Nur Great Mosque
Who knew that Pekanbaru has one of the most beautiful mosques in Indonesia? The shape of this mosque will remind you of the Taj Mahal in India. The architecture is a combination of Malay, Turkish, Indian, and Arabic influence.
This shiny mosque was built in 1963; designed by IR. Roseno. The mosque is surrounded by a large yard. You are welcome to take photos around the area.
The mosque consists of three floors, the top floor is used specifically for prayer, and the lower level for meeting rooms and offices. Come to see the beauty of An-Nur Great Mosque in the evening when all of the lights are on!
Ticket price: Free*
How to get here: Strategically located in the heart of Pekanbaru, this mosque can be accessed by using various modes of transportation.
Opening hours: 24 hours
Address: Jl. Hangtuah Ujung, Sumahilang, Kec. Pekanbaru City, Riau
2. Enjoy Your Night at the Festival of Light – Dancing Fountain
Still don’t have ideas of where to go in Palembang? Why don’t you spend your time to see the Festival of Light. You can see beautiful lantern exhibitions and the spectacular dancing fountain there!
Bring your kids, parents, and friends there. You can enjoy your night by seeing colorful decorations. If you feel hungry, there are some food stalls that sell local foods as well.
Ticket Price: starts from 30,000 IDR
Address: Taman Alamayang, Jl. Imam Munandar, Tenayan Raya, Pekanbaru
Opening hours: Monday – Friday 4.00 – 10.00 PM
Saturday – Sunday 4.30 – 11.00 PM
Holiday date goes to the weekend
3. Play with Your Kids at Trans Studio Mini Pekanbaru
Come to Trans Studio Mini Pekanbaru if you’re looking to spend quality time with your little ones. This is a mini version of Trans Studio. Lots of arcade games and rides are available, suitable for adults and children.
Trans Studio Mini is located in Transmart Carrefour Pekanbaru. Wanna try an adrenaline-pumping activity such as a roller coaster? You can! Just want to relax and have fun for a bit? Try the mini train ride or play some arcade games inside the mini theme-park.
Ticket price: 39,900 IDR
Opening hours: every day: 11.30 – 19.45 PM
4. Visit Siak Sri Indrapura Palace, The Official Residence of Sultan Siak
Siak Sri Indrapura Palace is a tourist spot in Pekanbaru that has many well-preserved historical objects. This sturdy building with European, Arabic, and Malay styles is the official residence of the Sultan of Siak. Being one of the historical sites, making Siak Sri Indrapura Palace a tourist spot that is always crowded with tourists.
If you are a history lover, you should come here to see historic items such as Sultan Biaks’ personal black steel wardrobe, tables, chairs, and so on. Sir Indrapura Palace is located about 3-4 hours drive from Pekanbaru
Ticket price: 5,000 IDR per person *
How to get here: By car or motorbike, 2-3 hours drive from Pekanbaru city.
Opening hours: 08.00 – 18.00 WIB
Address: Jl. Sultan Syarif Kasim, Kec. Kampung Dalam, Kab. Siak, Riau
5. Before Heading Back Home, Relax at tiket.com’s Lounge
When you want to get back to your hometown via Sultan Syarif Kasim II’s Airport in Pekanbaru, don’t forget to enjoy your time at tiket.com’s lounge. Buy the tickets to enter the lounge easily using tiket.com app and get an affordable price.
Whether you’re a business traveler or a family vacationer, you can enjoy access to the lounge and eat and drink anything you want inside the lounge. There’s also access to a shower room, a prayer room, and a separate smoking area.
Check out more info about tiket.com’s lounge here
Spend a Weekend in Pekanbaru with Your Family
Once you’ve been to Pekanbaru, you’ll want to go back again, especially if you have done the things to do we’ve recommended above. Before you head to Pekanbaru, you can book a hotel room at tiket.com. The process is easy and simple!
Besides Pekanbaru, there are many destinations worth-visiting in Indonesia such as Bali, Lombok, Medan, Bandung, and Bogor. Visit the destinations near home and make your dream vacay come true!
