Jakarta usually turns into an empty city since most of the local residents become busy celebrating Lebaran. In fact, about 70 percent of the population travels to their native town to celebrate this festival. Lebaran or Id Ul Fitr is a widely practiced festival in Jakarta. This is a festival where Muslims throughout the world celebrate after fasting for a month.

As the city is one of the most populated and crowded city in Indonesia, there are many things the residents can do during this holy festival. Additionally, the lack of people makes it easy for the residents to move around freely across the city.If you are not travelling anywhere during Lebaran don’t get upset as you have a lot to do and explore here during this pious month without getting disturbed by crowd. Here are a few of the interesting and amazing things to do in Jakarta during Lebaran.

Trip to historical monuments
One of the things you can enjoy doing during Lebaran is visiting historical buildings. These places are always overcrowded, making it a bit difficult to move around freely, Lebaran is the time when you can make the most of it. From admiring the designs and the sculptures of national monuments to spending some alone time gazing at it, this is the time to visit the place. Monumen Nasional is a landmark destination which is hard to miss. There are several important things in the museum such as the flame of Independence, the relief of Indonesian History and more which you can’t afford to miss.The Harbor of Sunda Kelapa is a place which is a perfect amalgamation of past and present. While you can enjoy the scenery that takes you into the past, you can also admire the modernity.

Enjoying water themed destinations
Residents who love to enjoy water sports and admire adventure can visit several destinations. For underwater views, games and more Ancol Dreamland are a tourist hub. Waterboom and Tidung Island are also some of the most loved places in Jakarta that you can visit during Lebaran when the crowd isn’t much. In fact, it is Lebaran that makes these destinations a must visit during family and friends.

Time to pamper yourself
Jakarta during Lebaran is a completely different than what it is the rest of the year. You don’t need to get yourself bored sitting at home. The best way is to move out of the house and hit the streets. There are many things you can do for instance taking spa treatments to pamper yourself to the fullest. Visiting public entertainment places are another option you can try out. For instance, Ragunan Zoo, Taman Mini Indonesia Indah are few of the places you can visit with your loved ones which are usually overcrowded other times. Want to enjoy alone? There is no better than riding your bike on the empty streets. Also, you can enjoy a stroll with your special ones or simply alone.

Splurging on food and clothes
Shopping is what every resident in Jakarta loves to do. As it is the festive month, you can enjoy a trip to shopping malls and shops. In fact, splurging on food, clothes and spa treatments is a priority during this time. Mangga Dua, Plaza Indonesia, Pasar Senen are only a few of the shopping arenas you can visit. There are many other places as well that suits every shoppers need. During Lebaran you can get quality items at good prices.

Tickle your taste buds to the fullest
Tickling the taste buds is also one of the other options to enjoy in the city. Right from roadside stalls to affordable eateries, Jakarta has it all. In fact, there is no better option to taste the lip smacking Indonesian cuisine apart from these eateries.Sky dining is one such option that fills your heart with a sense of adventure and happiness.

Finally, there are too many things that you do if you don’t want to leave Jakarta during the Lebaran. These are only a few of the things to do in Jakarta during Lebaran when the city is more or less empty. There is no better way to make the most of Jakarta than enjoying during Lebaran.