What to do in Sumatra

Activities, attractions and tours
Photo provided by Dan Holz
Photo provided by Dan Holz
Photo provided by Dan Holz
Photo provided by Dan Holz
Photo provided by Dan Holz

Sumatra Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Sumatra has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Sumatra is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Sumatra to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Sumatra Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Sumatra.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Sumatra attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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What to do in Sumatra


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Kesawan

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Spas, restaurants, and shopping are just a few things travelers enjoy about Kesawan. Check out Grand City Hall or Tjong A Fie's Mansion while you're exploring the area.

Kesawan
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Sukarami

When in Sukarami and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Museum Balaputra Dewa or Palembang Trade Center Mall and hop on the metro to see more the city at Bandara LRT Station or Punti Kayu LRT Station.

Sukarami
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Tanjung Karang

While Tanjung Karang isn't home to many top sights, Mall Kartini and Pahoman Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Tanjung Karang
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Kampung Madras

While there might not be top attractions in Kampung Madras, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sun Plaza and Grand City Hall.

Kampung Madras
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Al-Munawar Arab Village

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Al-Munawar Arab Village and surrounding area, you can visit Masjid Agung Grand Mosque and Palembang Indah Mall.

Al-Munawar Arab Village

 

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