Kayu Tangan Complex

Perhaps you ever visited a town, county, or country which offer you interesting places to visit but they are all spread so far. It perhaps takes hours to reach one place to another. If you'd like to visit Malang, you don't have to worry about that. You will not experience such a thing. Malang is a small town. You can reach every interesting places within minutes. It is like tourism in a box. Talking about "tourism in a box", you can visit Kayu Tangan Complex in Malang, located along Jl. Basuki Rachmad.

As the name suggests, it is one of the most crowded Shopping center in Malang. It sports clothes, batik, electronics, souvenirs, crafts, and some arts. There are also cinema, bank, church, communication center, travel agents, tourist information center, and the important money changer. As the location is very strategic, it is the most visited place in Malang. There are many hotels range from low to high end classes. It is the perfect place to do and see in Malang.

The best way to enjoy this place is by walking. Believe me. You want to take a walk, take some photographs, and perhaps taste many tasty Indonesian foods along the street. Or perhaps you would like to buy batik or souvenirs, Kayu Tangan Complex offers them all for you.

Balai Kota (City Hall)

Historical buildings are always one of the top notch places that many visitors would visit. They are interested to learn some histories and document it on photos or videos. If you are one of those, Balai Kota (City Hall) in Malang is one of the most recommended places to see. It is located on Jl.Tugu, not so far from Tugu Hotel. If you are resting in Tugu Hotel, it only takes you 5 minutes to reach the place.

Balai Kota is a old Dutch building that is used for the center of Malang government. You can pay a visit for this place free, no charge. Folks usually do certain morning workout, or perhaps just spend a nice time with friends and family while enjoying "Cilok" -  the traditional Indonesian small meatball and drink "Es Degan" – young coconut fresh beverage. You can take your morning time there while enjoying the stunning view of beautiful "Aloon-aloon Tugu" or Tugu Boulevard.

So, bring your camera and make some memorable moments with your friends or family in Balai Kota (City Hall), Malang, Indonesia.


Birds & Flowers Market

Are you pet lovers? Or perhaps you are florist? If you are, visiting Malang can be a great journey for you. It is very recommended to visit Birds and flowers market in Malang. It is located on Jl. Brawijaya, not far from Tugu Hotel and the middle of the town. This market sell some kind of pets like birds, cats, fishes, turtles, hamsters, and many more. Pet's foods are also sold as well as plants and flowers. This market is hosted by many pet's suppliers from around territories offering various kind of pets and pets' supplies. Everything is here. You name it.

If you are looking for bird's cages, this market provides a lot of choices. This is truly paradise for bird's lovers. You can find almost any Indonesian birds here. Plants and flowers have always been favorite for both locals and tourists. Various kinds of roses, orchids, and other beautiful flowers are easy to find. Talking about plantation, they also provide gardening equipment. Along the alley, you can see the crowded people are bargaining for their purchase, some offer their pets's product, that's the view that is natural and memorable. You will not see this view in your place. If you are lost or something, don't worry. You could ask the folks. They are humble and warm. You can even make a documentation of this market. There is no restriction to take some pictures of objects that you may be interested.

Senaputra Park

If you are interested in visiting Malang for your Indonesian trip, one of the most recommended places to visit is Senaputra Park. It is located on Jl. Belakang RSUD Syaiful Anwar. Not far from Malang Town Square. It is the recreational area of the city and sports the playground for children, traditional attraction like "Mask Dance" or local calls it as "Topeng Ngalam". There is also "Jaran Kepang", one of the most unique dance performance you must not miss. Jaran Kepang and Topeng Ngalam are held frequently. Whenever you visit this place, you will see the stunning and amusing traditional art performances for your trip. Local citizens visit this place often to go for swim, or just have a picnic and spend the time together. There are a lot of things to see and do here.

Since it is located in the middle of the town, crowd perhaps will distract the natural views. So I suggest to come before or after weekend or peak season. However, the more crowded the visitors, the more traditional performances will be shown. So, it is up to you.

There are 5 different swimming pools purposely designed for different ages ranges from children to adult. Swimming can be great activity to relieve from stiffness and hang on with your family.

It is open from 9.00 a.m to 5 p.m. Paying a visit to this place is worthwhile chance to take.

Malang Regency Tourism Overview


Malang is one of the most fascinating cities in East Java where many travelers around the world would like to visit. It is one of the cool and clean cities in East Java. Malang regency is bordered by Blitar and Kediri regencies on the West: Probolinggo and Lumajang on the East, Indian Ocean on the South, and Pasuruan on the North.

Malang is popular because of its beaches, natural views, and historical places. Travelers from around the world who visit Malang always can't wait to see the sunset in the beaches, and the sunrise from the Penanjakan at Mount Bromo. You will be amazed with the natural beauty of Ngliyep Beach, Balekambang beach, and Sendang Biru beach. If you are interested in heritage and historical places, there are many places that sport the value of the past Kingdom in Malang city. They are Jago temple, Kidal Temple, Singosari temple, and many more.

A lot of tourism object you could pay a visit that will give you the best traveling experience when visiting Malang. Popular places's names like Wonosari Tea Plantation, Wendit Pool, Mount Kawi, Mount Bromo, Coban Pelangi Waterfall, Karangkates Recreational Park, Batu Kota Wisata, and a lot  of them will take you more than a day to visit. It is not complete until you visit each magnificent place in Malang. So, I suggest you to book your ticket for a week or so.

The other interesting places you need to visit are City Hall, Monument Juang' 45, bird and flowers market, senaputra park, City Square, Kayu tangan complex, and there are still a lot more to jot down in this article. So, keep updating for the information I would give in this blog. Stay tune on Malang Tours Blog!