Chinatown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Simpang Lima Park
Explore the great outdoors at Simpang Lima Park, a lovely green space in Semarang. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Diponegoro University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Diponegoro University during your travels in Tembalang. While you're in the area, wander around Chinatown.
Paragon City Mall Semarang
During your visit to Semarang, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Paragon City Mall Semarang. Amble around the area's marina or visit its temples.
Great Mosque of Central Java
Great Mosque of Central Java is just one of the places to see in Semarang, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the marina or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
DP Mall Semarang
You can search for that perfect souvenir at DP Mall Semarang during your stay in Semarang. While you're in the area, wander around Chinatown.
Ciputra Mall Semarang
During your trip to Semarang, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ciputra Mall Semarang. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's festivals.
Activities
Semarang: Private Car Charter with Driver
Semarang: Dive into City's Charms with a Personal Guide
Our pick of the best Chinatown Hotel Deals
DS Residence 34 Gang Pinggir
Quest Hotel Simpang Lima - Semarang by ASTON
Ibis Styles Semarang Simpang Lima
Quite comfortable stay except room is a bit small
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025
Padma Hotel Semarang
Fantastic design and very clean room, lovely business lounge.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Somerset Queen City Semarang
Hotel Ciputra Semarang managed by Swiss-Belhotel International
very clean, great check in and comfy bed
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Semarang Old Town
Semarang Old Town is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kota Lama Semarang and Semarang Contemporary Art Gallery.
Dadapsari
When in Dadapsari, you can plan a visit to Kota Lama Semarang and Paragon City Mall Semarang, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Candisari
While there might not be top attractions in Candisari, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Simpang Lima Park and Ciputra Mall Semarang.
West Semarang
While there might not be top attractions in West Semarang, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lawang Sewu and DP Mall Semarang.
Banyumanik
If you're spending some time in Banyumanik, Transmart Setiabudi Semarang and Pagoda Avalokitesvara are top sights worth seeing.
