Semarang travel guide
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You're Going to Love Semarang
With a population of 1.29 million, Semarang is the largest city in Central Java, Indonesia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Semarang deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Semarang
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Semarang in April, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 25 °C, with an average temperature of 27 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 430 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Semarang, with an average rainfall of 60 mm.
How to Get to Semarang
Plane
When flying to Semarang, you’ll arrive at Semarang Achmad Yani (SRG), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Semarang from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 31h 15m.
Train
Located 1.5 miles from the city centre, Semarang Poncol is the busiest station in Semarang. Another popular train station is Semarang Tawang, located 2 miles from the centre.
Airlines serving Semarang
Where to stay in Semarang
Average rates range from around $40 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $129 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Semarang
Most booked hotels in Semarang
Hiring a car in Semarang
Expect to pay $1.44 per litre in Semarang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $17.28 and $23.04. The most frequently booked car type in Semarang is Intermediate (Toyota Avanza or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Agya or similar) is, on average, 32% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.