Tugu Kunstkring Paleis

Address: Jalan Teuku Umar 1 Menteng, Jakarta Pusat

The importance of Tugu Kunstkring Paleis is deeply imbedded in its historical and ongoing relationship with art. As such, a walk through the gallery and exhibition hall is indeed one of the highlights of the visit. If possible, skip the elevator ride and alight the staircase to peruse the old photographs and artwork that adorn the walls and of which are an integral part of the building’s history. There are private rooms with luscious Indonesian paintings and objets d’art that provide insight into an era long past.

The Restaurant, Lounge, and Café at Tugu Kunstkring Paleis are of stunning timeless design. Stylish and exotic, they serve exquisite cuisine in seductive settings. Each bustles with life from breakfast to dinner, serving inspirational dishes from the humble Indonesian tables to the palates of Kings and Presidents, as well as a fine selection of Western cuisine, all elegantly and authentically presented.

The culinary highlight is the Rijsttafel Betawi– which presents a lifestyle culinary experience from the colonial times. Created by the inland Dutch to explore the best of what Indonesian food has to offer, the grand meal consists of sampling of a lot of different Indonesian dishes varying in spices, color and flavors. It is a true journey for the taste buds.