Semarang Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city and capital of Central Java Province, Indonesia
About Semarang
The city's name is said to derive from theJavanesewords "asem" and "arang", which could be translated as "scarce tamarind." Semarang lies on the province's northern coast. Semarang's topography is marked by a narrow coastal plain, rising sharply inland. The city sprawls up from the coast, and the higher areas see some of the highest rate of residential development, due to the slightly cooler climate. The sea is slowly reclaiming the coastal lowlands during the monthlyrobor high tides, causing flooding up to more than a kilometer from the coast. The coastal location can make the climate uncomfortably hot and humid. It is not unusual for temperatures to be above32°C (90°F). In contrast to many Indonesian cities, Semarang still has a fair amount of greenery. Locals will tell you that areas th
Top Attractions in Semarang
Explore the best things to see and do in Semarang:
- ★Burung Kuntul Banteng Raider
- ★Cozy Feet
- ★Dug Der Festival
- ★Gedung Djakarta Lloyd
- ★Gedung MARBA
- ★Gedung Monod Diephuis & Co
- ★Gedung Oudetrap
- ★Gedung PELNI
Where to Eat in Semarang
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Ayam Goreng Kalasan
- 🍴Ayam Goreng Mbok Berek
- 🍴Ayam Goreng Salim
- 🍴Bakso Kakap Pak Wahid
- 🍴Bowery
- 🍴Dyriana Bakery & Cafe
Where to Stay in Semarang
- 🏨Candi Baru Hotel
- 🏨Grand Candi Hotel
- 🏨Gumaya Tower Hotel
- 🏨Horison NJ Semarang
- 🏨Hostel Imam Bonjol
- 🏨Hotel Ciputra
Semarang Travel Guide Sections
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