Jakarta is a town bubbling with activities to do for kids and families alike. Explore what this fantastic city has to offer you! Regardless if you fancy bowling, water park mania, shopping, beach time or away from the beaten track activities, we have supplied a summary of our favorite ways to explore and around Jakarta, so take your choice and have an unforgettable summer! Check out our list of top activities to do with kids in Jakarta over the summertime.

SUMMER CAMPS AND WORKSHOPS 2019: The Best in Jakarta for Children & Teens

At this time, there are so many inspiring workshops for the little ones. From arts and craft, science, gardening, cooking, to information technology, you surely can find the ideal class that satisfies your child’s passion. Luckily, they always have a summer camp that is fascinating throughout the school’s holidays. Check out our guide to top camps in Jakarta 2019.

ICE SKATING: Chill Out On the Rink

Take a break from the heat and cool down on the ice, or take skating classes from the pros at Sky Rink at Mall Taman Anggrek. Another ice skating playground Bintaro Jaya Xchange, the biggest ice hockey rink in Indonesia, is located in South Tangerang, just a 30-minute drive from South Jakarta through the toll road. It is blades of glory time!

Mall Taman Anggrek level 3, Sky Rink, Jl. Letjen S. Parman, West Jakarta, +62 21 564 2888 / 564 3888, www.taman-anggrek-mall.com

BX Rink, Bintaro Jaya Xchanger degree UG, Boulevard Bintaro Jaya Blok O-2, Bintaro Jaya Sektor VII, South Tangerang, +62 21 2986 5000, www.bintarojayaxchange.com/BXRink

JAKARTA FAIR: May 22-June 30, 2019

Held from May 22-June 30, 2019, the Jakarta Fair will open with a bang, with fireworks lighting up the night sky on opening night. Shop for all kinds of Indonesian-made products and have fun at the Night Market Fair with the entire fam! You’ll find automobiles and motorcycles, computers, handicrafts, home items, and drink and food and more. .there’s something for everyone! This year, attendees will also appreciate nightly concerts by Indonesia’s top singers and bands, so make sure to check the website for the lineup!

KIDZANIA: Edu-tainment Fun for All Ages

Do any of your kids change their careers daily? Perhaps a police officer one day along with a vet the next? At Kidzania, your kids will be capable of getting their hands into more than 100 different careers, including firefighters, physicians, and pilots. This interactive, indoor activity center, located in Pacific Place, teaches kids the value of cash by allowing them to sell and buy goods as well. Entertaining and educational, Kidzania is a win-win for all!

Kidzania, Pacific Place level 6, Sudirman Central Business District, South Jakarta, +62 21 515 4888 ext. 100, www.kidzania.co.id

Paul Petersen