Surabaya
Indonesia · East Java · 5 m
Description
Surabaya (Kota Surabaya) is Indonesia’s second-largest city, the capital of East Java, and one of the country’s most important port cities. Known as the “City of Heroes”, it is celebrated for its pivotal role in Indonesia’s struggle for independence, its colonial heritage, and its distinctive Arab and Chinese quarters. Surabaya combines historic architecture, bustling markets, and diverse street food with modern urban life, commerce, and green spaces. As the economic hub of East Java and a major gateway to Madura Island and the volcanic landscapes around Mount Bromo, the city offers an authentic blend of history, cultural diversity, and urban energy.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: June – August
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Mount Bromo(Day trip)
- House of Sampoerna
- Heroes Monument (Tugu Pahlawan)
- Ampel Mosque
- Ampel Arab Quarter
- Submarine Monument (Monkasel)
- Surabaya Old Town (Kota Lama)
- Kya-Kya Kembang Jepun Chinatown
- Cheng Hoo Mosque
- Suramadu Bridge
- Surabaya North Quay
- Al-Akbar National Mosque
- Tunjungan Street
- Tunjungan Plaza
- Surabaya Zoo
- Bungkul Park
- Red Bridge (Jembatan Merah)
- Surabaya street food (Rawon & Rujak Cingur)
- Madura Island(Day trip)
- Karapan Sapi bull races (August - October)(Day trip)
- Mangrove Ecotourism Wonorejo
- Suro and Boyo Statue
Getting there
- Airports:
- SUB
- Train stations:
- Surabaya Gubeng, Surabaya Kota, Surabaya Pasarturi
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry