Bandung is situated in the central highlands and can be easily reached by road or railways. There are several buses that connect Jakarta and Bandung. One can always take the interesting winding and mountainous road through Puncak which is quite scenic. However, avoid weekends as the volume of traffic can rise and amok the road congested. One can reach the place by plane, but the airport is at a difficult location and provides limited services with narrow-body airplanes. Make your booking through Traveloka, a popular online website to book your tickets and hotels in Bandung.
Where to dine in Bandung
When in Bandung, you should be well aware of the funkiest spots in the city to dine at. After all, eating is an important thing to do at a foreign location as it helps one connect with the locals and the culture. Thankfully, there are great restaurants and cafes serving a wide array of food in Bandung. The foodies will find themselves spending the whole day doing nothing but eating. Kampung Daun is a cool café to enjoy traditional Indonesian dishes with a twist. Enjoy your meals beside a quiet stream and those colorful decorative lanterns add a romantic glow at night. Warung Daweung is a little food stall located on top of Moko Hill. If you love having your food surrounded with good art and good views, head for Warung Daweung. Breakfast at sunrise or supper at sunset are simply indescribable. Belle Vue Rooftop Garden Café offers great views along with French and Italian cuisine. If you would like to explore a spooky café where you can dig into cupcakes with fingers sticking out and brain cakes, head for Zombie Cafe Bandung. Miss Bee Providore is one of the most popular dining spots among the kids as it makes for a homey, garden party experience. You can pick a spacious greenhouse or go for the wooden country house. Watch your children running about in the garden and making new friends.
Where to stay in Bandung
There are several places in Bandung where you can get the best value-for-money accommodation. One can get a very different experience depending on where one opts to stay. For example, one can choose a luxurious holiday villa, Setiabudi area that is simply perfect for large families. Stevie G Hotel is a unique hotel with great scenery. The Trans Luxury Hotel is another popular venue among tourists because of its luxurious offer within budget. De Reiz Villa is a breezy hillside villa where you can relax and enjoy the gorgeous night view of the city. Spring Hill Villa is where the foodies will love to stay as the villa is filled with popular cafes. Enjoy your delicious food or sumptuous snacks on the scenic terrace. If food and shopping are on your mind, then head for Villa Forest Hill. Enjoy a late brunch at the Valley Cafe, and spend the rest of the day shopping at Dago street shopping area. Lembang Villa, with a great view, is placed in the midst of vegetable fields. The rural setting of the villa is great for those who wish to relax and enjoy seem peaceful time, reading a book by the fireplace or simply enjoy the breeze.
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Now that you know where to eat and stay in Bandung, it is time to enjoy the architectural jewels of Bandung. If you are traveling to Bandung from abroad, make sure to check out my international travel checklist to prepare for your trip. If you are exploring the rest of this country, here are the best things to do in Indonesia and the best things to do in two days in Jakarta.
