Facade of the National Museum of Indonesia with an elephant statue, fountain and palm trees.

National Museum of Indonesia

Archaeology and the cultures of the archipelago at Museum Gajah, easy to spot thanks to the bronze elephant in front of the white-columned facade.

  • Museums
  • Suggested time:2 hours
  • Area:Medan Merdeka Barat, Central Jakarta

About National Museum of Indonesia

The bronze elephant at the entrance earns the museum its nickname, Museum Gajah, but the subject goes well beyond the animal. Archaeology, objects from different peoples and sculptures help put your trip through Indonesia in perspective, before you head to other islands.

Pick a few rooms instead of racing the display cases. The museum is open, but the recovery of areas hit by a fire means you should check which sections are available. The immersive experience has its own ticket; see whether it fits your schedule.

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