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Surabaya is a port city that is located on the island of Java in Indonesia. It is also known to be the second largest city in Indonesia. This place is famous for its various modern skyscrapers and old historical buildings. This place is also known for honoring various independence battles. There are many things to do in Surabaya for the visitors to have an amazing experience of exploring the beauty of this place and also to learn about the history and struggles faced in the city. There are a variety of activities for families, kids and friends to enjoy. There are also activities for people who are enthusiastic about learning history, exploring nature and many more.
Top 10 Things To Do In Surabaya
Discover the vibrant culture of Surabaya with our guide to the top 10 must-see attractions and activities in the city.
1. Relax In Bungkul Park
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Bungkul Park is a famous tourist place to visit in Surabaya that is known for its relaxing atmosphere. This is the best place to spend some time away from the crowded street traffic and the heat of the city. This park is a green space that is set in the heart of the city, which has various food stalls, beautiful fountains, skateboard ramps, playground and many more set up for the people. This place was set up during the Dutch colonial era to serve as a relief from the pollution of the city. It is also recognised as one of the best city parks in Asia.
Location: Taman Bungkul St, Darmo, Wonokromo, Surabaya, East Java 60241, Indonesia
Timings: 24*7
2. Explore The Heroes Monument
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Heroes Monument, also known as Tugu Pahlawan, is located in Surabaya, which is the main symbol of the city. This monument is dedicated to all the people who died during the Battle of Surabaya in 1945. It is a 41.5 m tall monument that is in pillar shape. The 10 November Museum is also located under the monument, which has two floors exhibiting the spirit of the struggle of various people in Surabaya. There are various documentaries about the events and photographs displayed about the battle.
Location: Jl. Pahlawan, Alun-alun Contong, Kec. Bubutan, Surabaya, Jawa Timur
Timings: 8 AM – 3 PM (closed on Mondays)
3. Visit The Sanggar Agung Temple
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Visiting Sanggar Agung Temple is the best thing to do in Surabaya, which was built in 1999 by the followers of Tridharma. It is a very rare temple that is a blend of Chinese, Javanese and Balinese. This temple was originally only a place of worship but has become a major tourist destination. The Phra Phrom Stupa, which is a large, faced golden statue of Phra Phrom, is the highlight of the temple. This temple is built over a sea that is also surrounded by mangrove forests, offering a wide variety of biodiversity to explore.
Location: Jl. Sukolilo No.100, Kecamatan Pantai Kenjeran, Surabaya, East Java
Timings: 7 AM – 8 PM
4. Take A Tour Around North Quay
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North Quay is the perfect place to explore for enjoying beautiful landscapes and sceneries with a dramatic view of the sea, the port and various cruise ships passing by. This place is located at the north end of the Tanjung Perak Port. It is one of the busiest ports in Indonesia, which was a docking area for international cruise ships and it later transformed into a modern and stylish leisure destination that showcases the culture and history of Surabaya. It is the best place to explore with family and friends.
Location: North Perak, Pabean Cantikan, Surabaya, East Java 60165, Indonesia
Timings: 11 AM – 9 PM
5. Visit The Masjid Al Akbar
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Masjid Al Akbar is a beautiful mosque to visit in Surabaya that is known for its beautiful turquoise tiled domes and contemporary architecture. This mosque is known to be the second largest mosque in all of Asia that has a tall minaret offering a bird’s-eye view of the entire cityscape of Surabaya. It is at a height of 99 m. The staff in the mosque also show the tourists the beautiful architecture and the minaret. The mosque is also famous for its high and large rooms that are known to be the largest in the country.
Location: Jl. Masjid Al-Akbar Timur No.1, Pagesangan, Kec. Jambangan, Surabaya
Timings: 8 AM – 12 PM, 1 PM – 4 PM
6. Shopping At Tunjungan Plaza
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Tunjungan Plaza, located in Sarabhai, is the biggest and the first shopping mall located in the center of the city. This mall is located in an area of 17000 m², which has more than 500 outlets that include boutiques, restaurants, cinema halls, bookstores, children’s arcades, play areas, cafes, and many more. This is the best place to visit with family and friends for amazing entertainment experiences, dining experiences, and shopping. This is the only place in the city where everything is located in the entire mall.
Location: Tunjungan Plaza, Jl. Jenderal Basuki Rachmat No.8-12 2 Lantai 5, Kec. Tegalsari, Surabaya
Timings: 10 AM – 10 PM
7. Visit The Submarine Monument
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The submarine monument, which is also known as Monumen Kapal Selam, is located in Surabaya. Visiting this monument is one of the best things to do in the city. It is a memorial for the Indonesian Navy that has been converted into a museum. It is also known to be the largest monument in Asia. There are also amazing features of the cinematic movie audiovisual systems and many more to bring an authentic experience about the submarine KRI Pasopati 410 when it was on duty. There are also various facilities like live music videos and many more located in the complex.
Location: Jl. Pemuda No.39, Embong Kaliasin, Kec. Genteng, Surabaya, Jawa Timur 60271, Indonesia
Timings: 8 AM – 9 PM
8. Explore Jembatan Suramadu
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Jembatan Suramadu is a Surabaya-Madura Bridge, where jembatan means ‘bridge’ in Indonesia. This bridge is also known as the National Bridge, which has a total length of 5.4 km and is also known to be the first Indonesian bridge to cross the Madura Strait. This bridge was opened in 2009. It is also known to be the fifth longest cable-stayed bridge in the world. Walking around the bridge at night with a dark sky and bright lights everywhere is one of the best experiences to enjoy the scenery of the beautiful surroundings.
Location: Jl. Tol Suramadu, Sekarbungu, Polasari, Sukolilo Bar., Kec. Labang, Kabupaten Bangkalan
Timings: 24*7
9. Enjoy In Ciputra Waterpark
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Ciputra Waterpark, located in Surabaya, is one of the most famous places to explore, which is the biggest water park in Indonesia. Visiting this place is the best thing to do with friends and family, where there are many interesting rides, a large wave pool, and many fun and adventurous water sports activities. This park is in a total area of 5 hectares that is also considered to be one of the largest water parks in Southeast Asia. There are also various restaurants and food stalls available to snack on.
Location: Parking lot, Kawasan, Jl. Waterpark Boulevard Jl. Citraland Surabaya, Made, Kec. Sambikerep, Surabaya
Timings: 1 PM – 7 PM
10. Walk Around The Old Town
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The old town in Surabaya is a picture-perfect place that is ideal to visit for people who are interested in knowing about the history, architecture and culture of this place. The old town is entirely filled with very interesting souvenirs and many old buildings, which is the oldest part of the city that dates back to the 16th century. Each building at this place is believed to have been built at least 100 years ago, which is a must-explore for the tourists.
Location: Old Town, Genteng, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
Timings: 24*7
Surabaya, located in Indonesia, is one of the most beautiful places to visit to explore the history, culture and beautiful architecture of the country. This place is also known to preserve its importance of various battles and honours to the soldiers. There are many things to do in Surabaya that give visitors an adventure, fun, exciting and relaxing experiences. There are memorial centers, museums, water parks, beautiful streets to explore, and many more at this place. Book your trip to Surabaya with TripXL.
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