Bandung is one of the biggest cities in Indonesia situated in West Java. It’s also considered one of the most visited destinations for shopping various fashion items. In addition, Bandung has the best weather and less polluted than metropolitan city like Jakarta. Visiting Bandung allows you to get around interesting places. It’s also relatively affordable to get around Bandung for foods, fashion hunting, or natural wonders.
Best time to visit Bandung
Bandung has relatively great weather year-round so you can actually visit anytime you want. However, it can be pretty chilly during rainy season it’s more recommended to visit during dry season which runs around June to September. The climate in Bandung is a little cooler as it is located in the higher parts of Indonesia. So prepare your jacket or sweater. You can spend few days in Bandung to visit beautiful place gifted by the nature and go shopping.
Visit Tangkuban Perahu
This is an active volcano located around 30 km outside the city. You can book a tour and arrange your visit yourself with public transportation with relatively cheap price. You can head up to the crater to see the volcano up-close. This volcano has its own history along with its folk tale about the unique shape of the volcano that resembles an upside down giant boat.
Visit Ciater Tee Field
Due to its cool climate, Bandung has a lot of tea fields you can visit. They have stunning views along with fresh air you can breathe to the fullest. It’s free to visit a tea field and you will get to see the locals harvest tea. Follow the tails so you won’t tramp on the tea crops. Sometimes, the locals offer you their homemade tea that can just warm your body and soul.
Enjoy authentic foods in a Floating Market
Head to Lembang to visit various travel destinations and one of the most recommended is Lembang Floating Market. It’s located out in the countryside you can feel how fresh the air there and how cool the climate is. You can walk around the boardwalk or get a boat to sample some foods. You need to buy an entrance ticket that includes free drink.
Try glamping in the woods
Glamping has been a worldwide trend for the last few years and you can try doing it in Bandung. It’s very fitting due to the perfect weather the city has. There are hobbit houses, little pods, and all th glamping luxury you can imagine. In addition, they cost relatively cheap compared to what you can find in another place or country.
Visit waterfalls
Indonesia is surrounded by mountains so it’s not surprising that it has many waterfalls. Some of them are still hidden and some are open for public. There are many waterfall in Bandung you can visit with cheap entrance ticket. They are best places to help you relax. Curug Cimahi is one of the most recommended place to see beautiful waterfalls but you can also visit the other ones.