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At a glance

Climate

Tropical

Languages

Indonesian and Javanese

Local currency

IDR (IDR)

Local time

16:55 (GMT+7)

Ideal trip length

2–4 days

Cost level

2 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Tunjungan

Tap water

Bottled water recommended

Tipping

Not expected, but appreciated

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 70 · Good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Rawon Lontong Balap Sate Klopo Tahu Campur

When to visit Surabaya

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: July, August Busiest: May-Sep

Jan

60

Wet, humid
Feb

55

Wet, humid
Mar

65

Wet, humid
Apr

70

Transition, warm
May

80

Dry, warm
Jun

85

Dry, pleasant
Jul

90

Dry, pleasant
Aug

90

Dry, pleasant
Sept

85

Dry, warm
Oct

75

Transition, warm
Nov

65

Wet season starts
Dec

60

Wet, humid

60

Jan Wet, humid

55

Feb Wet, humid

65

Mar Wet, humid

70

Apr Transition, warm

80

May Dry, warm

85

Jun Dry, pleasant

90

Jul Dry, pleasant

90

Aug Dry, pleasant

85

Sept Dry, warm

75

Oct Transition, warm

65

Nov Wet season starts

60

Dec Wet, humid

Things to do in Surabaya

6 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

2 places

House of Sampoerna

Old Town 2.5 hrs

Explore a historic cigarette factory, museum, and art gallery with a free city tour.

Indoors Good for children

Surabaya Zoo (Kebun Binatang Surabaya)

Wonokromo 3 hrs

Discover one of Southeast Asia's oldest and largest zoos, home to diverse wildlife.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

2 places

Submarine Monument (Monumen Kapal Selam)

Central Surabaya 1.5 hrs

Tour a real Russian-made Whiskey-class submarine docked in the city center.

Indoors Good for children

Tunjungan Plaza

Tunjungan 3 hrs

Indulge in retail therapy and dining at Surabaya's largest and most popular mall complex.

Indoors Good for children

Any time of day

2 places

Heroes Monument (Tugu Pahlawan)

Central Surabaya 1.5 hrs

Visit the iconic monument commemorating Indonesia's struggle for independence.

Outdoors Good for children

Cheng Hoo Mosque

Genteng 1 hr

Admire the unique Chinese-style architecture of this beautiful Islamic mosque.

Indoors Good for children

Surabaya itineraries

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First-timer highlights

3 Days in Surabaya — First-Timer Highlights

Discover the vibrant history, diverse culture, and delicious flavors of East Java's bustling capital.

This itinerary guides first-time visitors through Surabaya's most iconic landmarks, from its ancient Arab Quarter and colonial-era buildings to modern monuments and bustling markets. Perfect for those eager to soak in the city's unique blend of heritage and contemporary life.

3 Days 12 Stops

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