Top 5 Surabaya Attractions

Top 5 Surabaya Attractions

City: Surabaya
State: East Java
Country: Indonesia

Named for a battle between a shark and a crocodile, Surabaya is the second largest city in Indonesia, and is considered the 'City of Heroes' for its historic role in the independence of the country. Surabaya is a great place for business or shopping, but is quite lacking in actual tourist attractions.

Here are the Top 5 Tourist Attractions to visit in Surabaya, all of which hold important cultural or historical significance. All these are permanent locations which can be visited and viewed at any time throughout the year.


1. House Of Sampoerna

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The House Of Sampoerna is among the best preserved attractions in Surabaya. Home to one of Indonesia’s most famous kretek cigarette manufacturers, the House Of Sampoerna is housed in a preserved 19th century Dutch building, and offers a vast range of exhibits on cigarettes such as lighters, holders, and uniforms. The main highlight is the vast factory floor, where hundreds of workers churn out the Dji Sam Soe brand of cigarettes by hand.



2. Heroes Monument

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The Heroes Monument is a symbol of Surabaya, dedicated to those who died during the Battle Of Surabaya, which won the independence of Indonesia. Shaped in an overturned nail form, the Heroes Monument also includes the 10th November Museum which exhibits the struggle for independence.



3. Ciputra Waterpark

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Ciputra Waterpark in western Surabaya is among the largest water theme parks in Southeast Asia, and the largest in Indonesia. Themed around the Adventures of Sinbad the Sailor, Ciputra Waterpark features 6 different attraction areas, including the Sirens lazy river, the Chimera children's pool, the Marina Lagoon play area, the Sinbad Playground with its giant water drum and high towers, the 15 metre Roc Tower water slide, and the huge man-made Syracuse Beach with its wave pool.



4. Balai Pemuda

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Balai Pemuda, otherwise known as the Surabaya Youth Centre, is a cultural heritage building, and the site of the Surabaya Arts Centre. The Balai Pemuda hosts different events throughout the year, including Indonesia art exhibitions, musical concerts, seminars, drama performances and even weddings. The Balai Pemuda also provides tourist information on Surabaya, and is staffed by hospitality and tourism students from Indonesia university.



5. Tantular MPU State Museum

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The Tantular MPU State Museum houses a collection of historical and cultural artifacts from across Indonesia and Surabaya. Named for the Indonesia philologist, Tantular MPU State Museum has 10 categories for its exhibits, including Geology, Biology, Ethnography, Archaeology, History, Numismatic And Heraldic, Philology, Ceramics, Fine Arts, and Technology. The collection of 15,000 artifacts mostly originate from pre-history.





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