No Homecoming? Just Holiday in Jakarta!
Jakarta will transform into a quieter city during the Eid holidays, as many residents, being a city of migrants, head home to their villages for the occasion.
This year, the Governor of DKI Jakarta, Pramono Anung, has encouraged the public to save their money and remain in Jakarta during the Eid break. This is not without reason; his administration has prepared a programme called ‘Mudik to Jakarta’.
“Although the theme is ‘Mudik to Jakarta’, we are still providing free facilities for 26,500 people who will be heading home. However, we convey that Jakarta is more appealing, so if possible, just do the homecoming via video call with relatives in the village,” he said during the Cap Go Meh event in Pancoran Glodok on Tuesday (3/3/2026).
“Save the money, put it in savings. We will provide a discount week for shopping centres, hospitality, and so on. We will offer tax incentives so that the discounts can reach up to 50 percent,” Pramono added.
In addition to the proposal for a discount week during the Eid holidays, Pramono also announced that all public transport managed by the DKI Jakarta Government can be used for free on Eid al-Fitr.
“And on Eid al-Fitr day, we announce that the DKI Jakarta Government will make all transport managed by the DKI Jakarta Government free of charge,” Pramono stated.
He urged business operators not to hesitate in offering Eid discounts. He made this statement while aspiring to surpass the spending achieved during the Christmas celebrations, which reached up to Rp15.25 trillion.
Recommendations for Eid Holiday Tourist Spots in Jakarta
For those not heading home for Eid, Jakarta can also serve as a holiday destination to spend the break. From amusement parks and zoos to historical sites, these places can be explored with family, friends, or loved ones without travelling far.
Here are some recommended tourist spots in Jakarta for those not going home for Eid that can be visited:
- Ancol
Ancol is a recreational spot in Jakarta featuring beaches, rides, and various interesting attractions. Ancol is open every day, including on national holidays.
There are many fun activities to do here, such as visiting Seaworld and Ocean Dream Samudra, enjoying the sunset at Ancol Beach, and dining around the beach area.
- Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII)
TMII is a tourist destination comprising a conservation and cultural development area. Here, visitors can see miniature representations of the archipelago, regional pavilions, traditional buildings and architecture, regional arts, and recreational parks for other entertainment.
Spanning 150 hectares, TMII is suitable as a tourist spot for all ages to enjoy stages of arts, recreation, and education.
- Taman Margasatwa Ragunan
Taman Margasatwa Ragunan is another option for an Eid holiday in Jakarta. According to the official Ragunan Zoo Jakarta website, this zoo covers 147 hectares.
Ragunan Wildlife Park usually remains open on Eid. It houses around 2,009 animals, with facilities including a primate centre, reflection garden, children’s animal park, and recreational amenities, making it ideal for family and educational outings.
- Kota Tua Jakarta
Kota Tua also offers many museums, Instagram-worthy spots, and street food options. It’s even more fun if you rent a colourful retro bicycle there.
- Dunia Fantasi
Dufan is located in the Ancol area. Dufan is a must-visit spot for thrill-seekers.
In this amusement park, you can ride various extreme attractions like Halilintar and Hysteria. There are also family-friendly rides such as Istana Boneka, Bianglala, and many more. Not only that, exciting shows and thematic attractions are also available here.
These are the recommended tourist spots in Jakarta that remain open and can be visited with family and friends to spend the Eid holidays.