Museum Nasional (Elephant Building), Jakarta

#tesaruonbudget For travelers seeking history without draining their pockets, the Museum Nasional is perfect. With tickets typically under Rp15,000 (~$1), visitors can explore centuries of Indonesian history — from prehistoric tools and Hindu-Buddhist statues to traditional textiles and colonial artifacts. The building itself is a blend of colonial architecture and modern design. The exhibits are clearly labeled, many in English, and the air-conditioned halls offer a great escape from the Jakarta heat. It’s educational, photogenic, and very affordable — ideal for #tesaruonbudget explorers.