Ancol Dreamland, Jakarta’s Most Amusing Resort Destination

Ancol is the largest, integrated recreation park located in northern Jakarta. Also known as Ancol Dreamland, the coastal area has copious attractions that include the popular oceanarium Seaworld, Atlantis Water Adventure with artificial waves, and exciting Fantasy World with thrilling rides.

Brilliant convention halls and hotels offer versatile location for either indoor or outdoor events, such as Econvention and Allianz EcoPark. The bay-city also makes a great place for foodies for they can enjoy delish culinary with amazing beach-front view.

Main Attractions in Ancol and Things to Do

The coastal lowland offers an extensive range of attractions in its main beach resort Taman Impian Jaya Ancol (Ancol Dreamland). Established in 1966, the largest tourism area in Southeast Asia covers tourism area management that includes recreation and resort, convention, and shopping tours.

1. Recreation and Resort

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Ancol Dreamland is an integrated tourism area with the best attractions in Jakarta. It presents fresh air and beautiful beach view, making it a suitable destination for all ages. It also has Beach Park, amusement park, and water attractions.

  • Beach Park 

This is a watersport area located in Lagoon beach. If you wish to challenge your adrenaline, ride banana boat or donut boat for unforgettable experience. Or if you come along with kids, kayak and swan pedal boat offers fun yet safe option.

  • Dunia Fantasi

Dunia Fantasi or Fantasy World is the biggest and most popular theme park in Indonesia. It spoils the visitors with around-the-world fantasy, extreme rides that include Halilintar (lightning), Tornado, and Kora-Kora, and exciting edutainment center.

  • Atlantis Water Adventure

Atlantis is a sizeable waterpark with a lot of attractions. Presenting the ancient Mediterranean cities, it allows you to ride the artificial waves and feels the excitement of floating playground.

  • Sea World

Sea World is the first underwater aquarium in Indonesia. The marine aquarium has a main tank that becomes the biggest aquarium in Southeast Asia, a shark tank, river view, piranha aquarium, a touch pool, and several exhibits.

  • Ocean Dream Samudra

Also known as Samudra, this edutainment theme park brings visitors one step closer to the nature. Not only can you find ocean creatures like white whale and dolphins, but you can also view amazing 4D cinema.

2. Hotels and Convention Center

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Ancol makes an ideal location for organizing events either indoor or outdoor. It has convention halls, hotels, and even cottage for a variety of purposes, including company gatherings, business meetings, and even weeding parties.

  • Ecovention

Launched in 2012, it is a multipurpose hall that supports creative industry and pushes Ancol to MICE business. The 5,000-meter square hall is situated in Ocean Ecopark arena, which makes it the perfect venue for exhibition.

  • Putri Duyung Cottage

Putri Duyung is a unique waterfront cottage in Ancol. It has 133 rooms with complete sets of facilities, including ballroom, meeting room, and beach party spot. Sports facilities like swimming pool, tennis court, and volley court with adorable beach view.

  • Allianz EcoPark

For outdoor adventure, Ancol has Allianz EcoPark that features archery, paintball, and other outdoor activities. Schedule your company gatherings or outbound and feel the amusement at its most.

  • Pantai Karnaval

Carnival beach is a decent concert venue in Ancol Dreamland. You can enjoy live performance of popular artists while appreciating local or international dishes. A bunch of fast food stalls are available to satisfy your cravings.

3. Culinary & Shopping Tours

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Local and international cuisine are available here in Ancol. Waterfront restaurants serve not only mouthwatering dishes but also adorable beach view. When you spend a day in the water, visiting one of these restaurants can make your day.

  • Nyiur Resto & Café

Located in Putri Duyung resort area, this top restaurant boasts heavenly food that ranges from traditional to modern Indonesian cuisine. Nyiur Oxtail soup is the signature dish you shouldn’t miss when stopping by.

  • Ombak Laut

Ombak Laut is a family restaurant that serves local and international dishes. There is a long list of menus but their seafood is highly recommended. As a bonus, it boasts refreshing waterfront views that indulges your eyesight.

  • Ayam Tepi Laut

Feel the sensation of fiery Indonesian sambal and crispy chicken by the beach at Ayam Tepi Laut. The combination of tasty dishes, fresh air, and adorable scenery definitely makes your mood for the whole day. There are six types of sambals from refreshing mango sambal to super spicy black sambal.

If you’re not into outdoor dining, Ayam Tepi Laut provides you with indoor dining area. Patio dining is also available if you wish to go in between.

4. Getaway to Thousand Islands

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Kepulauan Seribu, also known as Thousand Islands are a chain of islands consisting of 342 small islands that stretch into Java Sea. Marina Ancol offers easy access to Thousand Islands resorts—you can either rent a sailboat, speedboat, or yachts.

  • Pulau Bidadari

Pulau Bidadari or Angel Island is among the most attractive islands in Kepulauan Seribu. Mesmerizing view of the exotic beach makes it the perfect destination for visitors who need to escape from the crowd of the city.

Angel Island has white sandy beaches and turquoise water where you can swim at the beach and appreciate the nature. You can also explore Martello fortress, a colonial heritage. Food stalls are abundant so you can keep your belly happy.

  • Dolphin Island

How about spending your vacation in an uninhabited island? Being part of a chain in Thousand Islands, Dolphin Island has no ports, no guards, and no inhabitants. This virgin island isn’t far away from the city but it offers the perfect getaway.

White sand, crystal clear water, and slope beaches make Dolphin Island worth visiting. It is surrounded by snorkeling spots and other uninhabited, picturesque islands. If you bring your family, this little piece of heaven allows you to camp and spend the night by the beach.

  • Pari Island

Riding a bike along the beach sounds great to unwind. Book a tour package to Pari Island and enjoy the sensation of riding a bike with mesmerizing beach view. This is a small island but it takes you several hours to get around. Lush green trees, breezy air, and turquoise water make a wonderful experience.