10 Most Popular Museums in Indonesia for All the Art Junkies Out There!

Having been a resident in such a vast and diverse country like Indonesia, did you ever encounter any troubles for seeking entertainment sources, t-mates? It does seem impossible for us to run out of holiday ideas here, for we can spot destination sites anywhere we dart our eyes at. It is something so fascinating to say the least and we will be forever grateful for it.

We may go off and beyond traveling around Indonesia to discover enchanting holiday spots, from natural attraction sites that serve picturesque scenery, captivating instagrammable sites to engrossing outdoor theme parks. Indonesia is able to provide them all and for sure our beloved country will never fail us.

However, amongst the zillion activities you have unraveled so far, have you considered visiting a museum during your holiday trip? A visit that allows you to stay still, be in the moment and admire the work of arts in the most comfortable silence ever. If not, you might want to check these top ten most popular museums in Indonesia to feed your curiosity.

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Be in The Moment at These Top Ten Well-Known Museums in Indonesia

If you are currently living in a fast-paced environment that somehow suffocates you for the past few days, it’s time for you to slow down a little bit, t-mates! You deserve to inhale a deep breath and release them contently.

Well, where else would you do that better, if not at a museum where all the artworks showcased will take your mind off of the incessant troubles?

1. Angkut Museum

One of the most sought-after museums in Indonesia is undoubtedly Angkut Museum, for a fact that the museum has attracted countless visitors of all ages since its first public opening in 2014.

Its initial notion to bring knowledge about all the transportation development over the years, has brought Angkut Museum to be deemed as the first transportation museum in Asia.

Divided into 13 zones, there are more than 450 transportation collections for you to admire, from bikes, motorcycles, cars, and even the aircrafts! Although the vintage breeze will be apparent upon your visit at Museum Angkut, you will not feel any trace of debris here since all the vehicles are well maintained.

Take your leisure time to adore each of the showcased transportation here as this may be a heavenly site to those of you who have the best interest in automotive worlds. Yep! Those of you belong in Museum Angkut, t-mates!

2. The National Museum of Indonesia

Having been built in 1778, The National Museum of Indonesia is like an open gate to those of you who would love to revisit history. The museum itself is widely known as the elephant museum by the locals and tourists alike for its elephant statue situated in its forecourt.

By the look of it, you must have already guessed what are the things that will greet you upon your arrival at The National Museum of Indonesia, right? Yes, exactly in tune with your thoughts, there will be a wide selection of historical objects inside.

The objects that are being showcased here range from statues, ceramics and coins. Simply put, a visit to The National Museum of Indonesia at Jalan Merdeka Barat Jakarta will grant you a historical tour throughout many past centuries.

3. MACAN Museum

MACAN Museum, which stands for Modern and Contemporary Art in Nusantara, has been the talk of the town for quite some time since its first public opening in 2017. How can it not be when even the slight glance of the museum will pique your interest?

Aside from its unique and distinctive zones onsite, MACAN Museum will expose you to various collections of modern and contemporary arts. The museum grants artists from all around the world, including Indonesia to have their arts curated and be showcased here.

What distinguishes MACAN Museum from any other museums you might have visited is the fact that the active exhibition will be altered accordingly. So, there will always be something fresh for each of your visits here, for the artists themselves are always changing from time to time.

4. Aceh Tsunami Museum

Situated in Banda Aceh, the tsunami museum’s sole purpose is to be a memorial for the late devastating natural destruction happening in Aceh back in 2004. Those of you may have an idea or two just how agonizing the disaster is, not only for the victim but also for the nation.

Therefore, in honor of all the departed souls and survivors of the catastrophic occurrence, The Aceh Tsunami Museum was built. Be sure to pay respect and pray to them when you have a visit here. There is a site in the museum where the names of the victims are spread across the wall, making it possible for you to mention their names in your prayers.

Apart from a memorial building to the late disaster, The Aceh Tsunami Museum is also intended to be an educational centre for us, as well as an emergency centre for the residents in the area, subject to something alike tsunami and earthquake.

5. Indonesia World Record Museum

To those of you who would love to learn about Indonesia achievements that nearly covers all the fields then you should definitely come to Indonesia World Record Museum wherein you are able to see the records being exhibited in the museum.

Pretty sure, many of you are already familiar with the term MURI, a record that is awarded to the talented people all around Indonesia. Yep, Indonesia World Record Museum is where all those records are being stacked and showcased.

Indonesia World Record Museum was created by Suprana back in 1990, exactly 31 years ago. So, if you ever have a vacation in Semarang where the museum is located, feel free to visit Indonesia World Record Museum and be ready to get amazed by all the presented achievements here.

6. Ullen Sentalu Museum

Would you believe that the Ullen Sentalu Museum will introduce you to The Kraton Cosmos? This is the perfect place where you are able to enrich your knowledge about The Kingdom of Mataram, which were cleaved into four regions in Solo and Yogyakarta, that are Keraton Surakarta, Yogyakarta Sultanate, Mangkunegaran, and Pakualaman.

The museum contains pictorials of the Keraton Cosmos nobles, paintings from their era, as well as other remarkable relics. So, if you ever come to Yogyakarta, it is a must for you to visit Ullen Sentalu Museum which is situated 30 to 45 minutes from the centre of Yogyakarta.

Keep in mind that you are not permitted to take a snapshot at just any corner in the museum! However, you don’t have to fret about it, for there will be informative guides provided on the sites who will accompany your journey here.

7. Fatahillah Museum

Yep! The expected entry of Fatahillah Museum is included on the list. Conveniently located at the heart of Jakarta city, Fatahillah Museum or also officially called as Jakarta History Museum is one of the hot spots you should visit once you are having a vacation trip in Jakarta.

The assortments inside Fatahillah Museum are varied from ceramics, swords, paintings, and the ever so famous Jagur old cannon. If you are usually only associating Fatahillah Museum with Old Town in Jakarta, then it’s probably your cue to visit the museum sometimes.

Well, it does not mean you cannot explore the Old Town of Jakarta afterwards though! You may have the impromptu vacation here, for they provide you many entertainment sources such as cycling around the area, snack hunting and many more.

8. The Puppet Museum 

One more entry for a notable museum located in the Old Town of Jakarta, but this time around it is for The Puppet Museum. The fact that the museum is proudly showcasing the Javanese and Sundanese puppet collection shall be one of the prominent reasons for its popularity. Yep! Who does not want to brag about its nation’s culture!

You may come around here and learn more about the history of Javanese puppets here. Don’t miss out on taking multiple snapshots of the puppet displayed in the museum or better yet pose with them so you can preserve the memories in your keepsake, t-mates!

9. Fort Rotterdam Makassar

Have you ever heard about the existence of Fort Rotterdam in Makassar, t-mates? As the name implies, the museum was originally constructed as a fort in the era of Dutch colony. Interestingly, before it was taken over by the Dutch colony, the fort was built and used by the Goa Kingdom. 

Something you could notice almost immediately is the size of the Fort Rotterdam Museum that is quite enormous. Hence, let’s arrange a date to leisurely explore the entirety of Fort Rotterdam, t-mates! Guarantee, it will be a fun and educational holiday trip for you. 

10. Onrust Island Museum 

Let’s include a visit to Onrust Island Museum when you are having a vacation time in the Thousand Island Regency. Yes, you heard it right! The museum is nestled amidst the enchanting islands there. This will be a breath of fresh air for those of you who need to take a break from the water sports during your holiday there. 

Onrust Island Museum is an archaeological museum where you are able to discover many relics from the past time. You will prove it first-hand that the Onrust Island Museum or also known as the Thousand Island Park Reserve is rich with various historical relics. So, would you come over to the museum, t-mates?

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We wish you a safe and comfortable holiday, t-mates!

 

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