Surabaya, Indonesia

Photography Tour in Surabaya

The best photos of Surabaya aren't at the obvious landmarks. The real magic is in the side streets, the reflected light, the unexpected angles that only reveal themselves to those exploring on foot.

Indonesia's second-largest city, a gritty port town with colonial-era architecture, vibrant Arab and Chinese quarters, and East Javanese street food.

Top Photography Tour Spots

•Heroes Monument (Tugu Pahlawan) — a 41-meter monument commemorating the 1945 Battle of Surabaya for independence
•Ampel Mosque and Arab Quarter — a 15th-century mosque surrounded by narrow lanes of Arab traders' shops
•House of Sampoerna — a Dutch colonial tobacco factory turned museum and art gallery, still producing clove cigarettes

Hidden Photography Tour Gems

•Chinatown (Kya Kya) — a revitalized strip of Chinese shophouses, street food, and the ornate Hong Tik Hian temple
•Kampung Lawang Seketeng — a preserved heritage neighborhood with traditional Javanese wooden houses

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best photo spots in Surabaya?+

roamee's photography tour of Surabaya takes you to the most photogenic spots — iconic viewpoints plus hidden locations with unique angles that most photographers miss.

What are the most instagrammable places in Surabaya?+

roamee curates a walking route through Surabaya's most photogenic locations with tips on the best time of day, angles, and compositions for each spot.

Best sunset spots in Surabaya?+

roamee's photography tour includes the best sunset viewpoints in Surabaya — with golden hour timing tips and walking directions to reach each spot.

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