Where to Stay in Bukittinggi:

Where to Stay in Bukittinggi: There are inexpensive hotels and homestays on Jl. Ahmad Yani, Jl. Teuku Umar, and Jl. Benteng (on the way to the fort). The only upscale option is the centrally-located Novotel, on Jl.Laras Datuk Bandaro.

Where to Go in Bukittinggi: *Stroll through the Pasar Atas (Upper Market), in front of the clocktower in the center of town, and then continue on to the Pasar Bawah (Lower Market) below it. The best market days are Wednesday and Saturday. *The traveler cafes on Jl. Ahmad Yani are the easiest place to book day or overnight tours of the region. *The Medan Nan Balinduang, on Jl. Lenggogeni hosts performances of Minangkabau music and dance every night (as long as there are at least six people in the audience) at 8:30. *Don't miss Panorama Park and Sianok Canyon, on the southern edge of the town. This is an easy walk from the clocktower. *Antique shops can be found on Jl. Ahmad Yani; at night this street also has numerous inexpensive warungs.