Indonesia · Museum

2-Day Palembang Museums and Village Tour with Local Food Tasting

2 Days Round trip from Palembang Moderate pace

Alqur'an Akbar Museum, Palembang, Indonesia

Benteng Kuto Besak (Kuto Besak Fortress), Palembang, Indonesia

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the splendid Pulau Kemaro (Kemaro Island)
02 Go to the notable Monpera Museum
03 Enjoy traditional food at Lorong Basah
04 Learn about the city's history at Balaputradewa Museum

Visit the capital city of Indonesia's South Sumatra province on this 2-day guided tour. Explore remarkable sites in Palembang, including Benteng Kuto Besak, Ampera Bridge, Pulau Kemaro, Alqur'an Akbar Museum, and other notable landmarks and museums. You will also have the opportunity to visit the quaint Kapitan Village for a mesmerising glimpse into local life.

You will also have the opportunity to visit the quaint Kapitan Village for a mesmerising glimpse into local life.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Palembang

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Palembang Landmarks, Museums and Village Life

Meet your Palembang tour guide at an agreed-upon location and visit the beautiful Benteng Kuto Besak, also known as Kuto Besak Fortress, followed by the splendid Tugu Iwak Belido monument.
Stroll across the magnificent Ampera Bridge before heading to Pulau Kemaro (Kemaro Island), a popular leisure spot in the middle of the Musi River.
Visit notable city museums such as Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Museum and Monpera Museum to see historical objects.
Explore tranquil villages like Kapitan Village and Al Munawwar Village to observe the lifestyle of local people.
Walk along the beautiful Sudirman street pedestrian area at night before going to Lorong Basah to taste traditional food.

Day 02

Parks, Museums and Riverside Sights of Palembang

Head to the beautiful Kambang Iwak Family Park to stroll through its lush lawns.
Visit remarkable museums such as Sriwijaya Museum, Alqur'an Akbar Museum, and Balaputradewa Museum to learn about the city's history.
Enjoy window shopping at 16 Market, then head to Sekanak Besolek to marvel at the splendid river before visiting Gudang Boentjit, which is renowned for its mural paintings.
Enjoy some delicious local food at a popular eatery or restaurant before ending the tour.