Guide For Visiting Museum Bank Indonesia – Tips and Insights
The Bank Museum Jakarta shows Indonesia’s rich financial heritage, if you are in Jakarta it’s worth a visit. It is located in the old town of Jakarta. Bank Museum, or in Indonesian: Museum Bank is also called Museum BI.
Quick Facts About Bank Museum Jakarta
A Glimpse into the Past
Established in 2009, the Bank Museum Jakarta was made to show the nation’s economic evolution. It’s Bank Indonesia that owns the Museum. Bank Museum Jakarta is housed in an old building that was bought by De Javasche Bank in 1831, later the building got a new facade in Neo-Renaissance architectural style in 1909 (Wikipedia).
Preserving Economic Chronicles
The museum is more than just coins and notes. It narrates the stories of economic challenges, monetary policies, and the milestones achieved by Indonesia over the decades. Every artifact, coin, note, or document, has a story. The Bank Museum showcases Indonesia’s evolution, encompassing both prosperous and challenging eras.
Bank Museum Jakarta also has an extensive collection of old money from all countries, so it’s possible to get nostalgic!
How to Get There
It is easy to get to Bank Museum Jakarta as it’s located very centrally. The address is Jl. Pintu Besar Utara No.3. You will easily find it on Google Maps. If you are already in the city either use public transport or grab. Jakarta Kota which is the railway station is also just a few hundred meters away.
When you see the front of the building you will also quickly see the gate where the entrance is.
Opening Hours and Best Times to Visit
Plan Your Visit
Bank Museum Jakarta’s opening hours depend on what day it is.
The museum is open six days a week, closed on Mondays and Public Holidays. The last entry is at 2:30 p.m. The opening hours are 08:00 a.m. – 03:30 p.m.
Beat the Crowds
For a quieter experience, consider visiting on weekdays during the early hours. There is good Airciondition in the facilities so you might consider going here just to relax for an hour or two. Bust there isn’t anywhere to sit down except the cinema room.
Admission Fees and Available Discounts
The standard ticket price for entering the museum is Rp, 5,000. According to some blogs it cost Rp, 20,000 for foreigners but I only had to pay 5,000 as a foreigner. The museum offers discounts for students, senior citizens, and groups with 10 or more members.
Visitor Tips and Things to Remember
Make the Most of Your Visit
While the museum invites photography, some areas have restrictions, and mostly you can’t use flashing lights when taking photos.
You will also have to store your bag where you pay the entrance fee. They lend you a transparent bag you can keep you’re passport and phone in.
Jakarta can both be very hot and exhausting when exploring the city. Visiting the Bank Museum is a nice break from the city, especially if you have walked in the heat for some hours.
Nearby Attractions and Dining Options
It’s very nice to go for a short walk in the area, you should head for Jakarta History Museum which is just a few minute’s walk away. On the way you will find several places to grab a bite, there are a lot of things happening in the streets in this area!
After a bit of walking, you will reach this street. In the picture, you see the entrance to Jakarta History Museum.
