Museum Wayang (Puppet Museum)

Overview

Museum Wayang, or Puppet Museum, is a cultural gem in Jakarta that houses a vast collection of traditional Indonesian puppets, showcasing the rich heritage of Javanese and Sundanese puppet arts. The museum offers a deep dive into the history and significance of wayang kulit and wayang golek.

Preserves and promotes Indonesian puppet traditions, a UNESCO recognized cultural heritage.

Cultural Historical

Location

Address

Jalan Pintu Besar Utara 27, Kecamatan Taman Sari, Jakarta

Neighborhood: Taman Sari

Coordinates

-6.179449, 106.817432

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

saturday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

sunday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Admission

Adults

IDR 5,000

Children

IDR 2,000

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

April-June

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds and cooler temperatures

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2-3 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

pleasant

• Special exhibits
• Workshops

summer

hot and humid

• Extended hours

autumn

cooler and comfortable

• Fall exhibits

winter

hot and humid

• Holiday decorations

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead for workshops
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

light jacket raincoat

not allowed

large bags drones professional cameras

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low

• staircases
• slippery floors

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, credit cards

Currency

Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)

Typical Costs

entry IDR 5,000

parking IDR 3,000

food IDR 20,000

souvenirs IDR 50,000

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing, high heels

Booking Tips

• 1 week
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Museum Wayang Official App

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets, Event calendar

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Soekarno-Hatta International Airport

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 40 minutes

taxi

IDR 150,000 40 min

public_transport

IDR 20,000 1 hour

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

metro

IDR 3,500 15 min

bus

IDR 3,500 20 min

taxi

IDR 20,000 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance and cultural heritage

Historical Significance: Important events and cultural practices are showcased here

Insider Tips

Free entry for locals on certain days
Best food at back entrance warung

Local Recommendations

• Try local food at nearby warungs
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Halo

thank_you Terima kasih

where_is Dimana

how_much Berapa

beautiful Indah

ticket Tiket

Guide Languages: Indonesian, English, Japanese

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great architectural shot

#museumwayang #jakarta

Courtyard

Best Time: Midday

Tips: Wide angle

Result: Great view of the courtyard

#museumwayang #jakarta

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, courtyard

prohibited areas exhibitions, workshops

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Fatahillah Square

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Historical Site

Jakarta Cathedral

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Religious Site

Taman Sari Water Castle

Distance: 200m

Walking: 3 min