- Must visit
Museum Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II
Main city museum displaying South Sumatran history, traditional culture, and archaeology inside a heritage building beside the Musi River.
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Things to do in Palembang
Discover the best of Palembang — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Palembang trip today.
- Recommended
Museum Balaputradewa
Museum focused on the Sriwijaya era, with replicas, inscriptions, and exhibits that help explain the region's early maritime history.
- Recommended
Museum Situs Kerajaan Sriwijaya
Site museum within the Sriwijaya Kingdom Archaeological Park, presenting finds and context from one of Palembang's key historic areas.
- Must visit
Kuto Besak Riverside
Popular riverfront promenade with open views of Ampera Bridge, boat activity, and easy access to several central landmarks.
- Recommended
Taman Purbakala Kerajaan Sriwijaya
Archaeological park with ponds, trails, and historic interpretation, offering a calm outdoor setting connected to Sriwijaya history.
- Recommended
Taman Kambang Iwak Besar
Large urban park with lawns, monuments, and event space, popular for evening walks and relaxed city-center sightseeing.
- Gluten-free
Pempek
Palembang’s signature fish cake made from mackerel and tapioca, served with sweet sour cuko sauce. It is the city’s most iconic traditional food.
- Gluten-free
Pindang Patin
A light, savory fish soup with pineapple, tomato, and spices. This old Palembang dish is prized for its fresh sweet sour balance.
Laksan
Rice noodles in a rich coconut shrimp broth, usually topped with boiled egg, fried shallots, and ebi. A classic festive Palembang breakfast.
Pempek Vico
Established local spot specializing in pempek, tekwan, and other Palembang fish dishes with simple, busy family dining atmosphere.
Riverside Restaurant
Popular riverfront restaurant serving Indonesian and Palembang specialties with open views of the Musi and Ampera Bridge.
Pempek Candy
Well-known traditional pempek restaurant by the Musi River area, popular for classic pempek and cuko in a casual local setting.
Indonesian rupiah (Rp)
Budget-friendly versus many Indonesian tourist hubs. Hotels, local meals, and ride-hailing are usually cheaper than in Bali or Jakarta.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- Rp25.000-Rp50.000 for street food or simple local meals.
- Mid-range
- Rp75.000-Rp150.000 per person for a casual restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- Rp250.000+ per person at upscale hotels or restaurants.
- Coffee
- Rp20.000-Rp40.000 for a coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is not mandatory. Round up small cafe or taxi bills, and leave 5-10% in restaurants if service is good and no service charge is added.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Rp5.000
- Day pass
- Rp25.000
To the city center
Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport Station -> Ampera, Palembang
- Distance
- 14 km
- Travel time
- 35 min
- LRT airport trips use a higher fare than regular urban LRT trips. Regular in-city LRT trips are Rp5.000, while airport-linked trips are Rp10.000.
- Palembang has had an integrated transport card for LRT, Trans Musi, and angkot. Check current acceptance before boarding; official sources found did not clearly confirm bank card contactless payment.
bus station information and services
Bus stops in Palembang
Check where to Palembang buses depart and arrive, plus the main bus station and stop details for this route.
PalembangJalan Kapten A Rivai, Palembang, South Sumatra, Indonesia
City-centre transport
Getting to Palembang from Palembang city centre
Palembang is 7 km from Palembang city centre. Public transport options include:
BusTrans Musi Corridor 1, 2
AngkotVarious routes
Palembang bus station facilities and services
Palembang has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food stalls and small restaurants inside and around terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are several ATMs inside terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Palembang.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Palembang: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Palembang: Ramps available.
Palembang, PO Arya Prima Palembang KM11Jalan Soekarno Hatta KM 11, Palembang, South Sumatra, Indonesia
City-centre transport
Getting to Palembang, PO Arya Prima Palembang KM11 from Palembang city centre
Palembang, PO Arya Prima Palembang KM11 is 5 km from Palembang city centre. Public transport options include:
Train1h 5m · every ~1 min
1h 10m · every ~1 min
Palembang, PO Arya Prima Palembang KM11 bus station facilities and services
Palembang, PO Arya Prima Palembang KM11 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Small local food stalls and warung available
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from different banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Palembang, PO Arya Prima Palembang KM11.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Palembang, PO Arya Prima Palembang KM11: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Palembang, PO Arya Prima Palembang KM11: Basic ramps.
Palembang, Terminal Karya jayaJalan Karya Jaya, Karya Jaya, Kertapati, Palembang, South Sumatra, Indonesia
City-centre transport
Getting to Palembang, Terminal Karya jaya from Palembang city centre
Palembang, Terminal Karya jaya is 16 km from Palembang city centre. Public transport options include:
BusLocal city buses, Trans Musi
Palembang, Terminal Karya jaya bus station facilities and services
Palembang, Terminal Karya jaya has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Small local food stalls and warung
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from different banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Palembang, Terminal Karya jaya.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Palembang, Terminal Karya jaya: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Palembang, Terminal Karya jaya: Basic ramps.
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