Tangerang City Guide

Local dishes like Nasi Uduk, Sate Ayam, and Bakso are must-tries. The city offers a wide range of international foods, especially Japanese, Korean, and Western. Vegan and vegetarian options are growing. Night street food stalls are open late.

Nightlife is calmer than Jakarta but you can find bars and family entertainment mainly in BSD City and Gading Serpong.

Coffee culture is strong with many specialty shops, especially in Gading Serpong and BSD City.

Tipping is optional but appreciated. Restaurants usually add 5-10% service charge and 10% tax. Taxi tipping is rounding up.

You can buy SIM cards at the airport or official stores in malls. Top providers are Telkomsel (best coverage), XL Axiata, and Indosat. ID or passport registration is required.

Main roads and modern areas are mostly clean. Some local areas have litter and sanitation issues.

24/7 minimarts like Indomaret and Alfamart are common. Late-night food stalls are available but pharmacies rarely open 24/7.

Supermarkets carry international goods and local products at traditional markets. Major supermarkets include Hypermart, Giant, Carrefour, and Ranch Market. Bargaining is common only in traditional markets.

Cards are accepted at malls, bigger shops, and hotels. Cash is needed at street markets and small food stalls.

ATMs are common in malls, convenience stores, and banks like BCA, Mandiri, and BRI. Fees for international cards run about IDR 25,000 plus your bank's charges.

International schools teach mainly in English, including Pelita Harapan, Jakarta Nanyang, and Stella Maris. Enrollment timing varies and spots can fill quickly.

Growing digital nomad scene around BSD and Gading Serpong. Meetups exist but are informal. Community rated moderate.

Parks like Scientia Square and BSD City parks offer green spaces for walking and running.

Good running routes in parks and residential areas. Air quality can be an issue in the dry season.

Gyms include international chains and local centers, catering to various fitness needs.

Tennis courts are at clubs and some hotels. Padel is rare but growing.

Padel courts exist but are uncommon.

Many yoga studios and wellness centers offer drop-in classes, some with English-speaking instructors.

Martial arts schools offer BJJ, Muay Thai, Boxing, and Pencak Silat training. English-speaking instructors are sometimes available.

No skiing. Indonesia’s tropical climate means no snow sports.

Limited water activities mainly at water parks. Open-water sports require travel to coastal areas.

No surfing in Tangerang. Closest surf spots are several hours away on the Java west coast.

No diving here. Closest dive spots require flying to Bali or Lombok.

Private hospitals like Siloam Hospitals Lippo Village and Eka Hospital have English-speaking staff. Pharmacies are common and similar to Western ones. Healthcare quality rates 7 out of 10.

Tap water isn’t safe to drink. Use bottled water or filters.

Many playgrounds and kid-friendly cafes are in malls and residential areas. Attractions like Scientia Square Park and Ocean Park BSD provide fun options for families.

LGBTQ+ acceptance is limited. Public displays and venues are rare, and discrimination risks exist.

Some pet-friendly parks and vet services are available. Policies vary by housing. Pet import rules are strict.