Batam Indonesia Visitor Guide
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YOU'RE GOING TO LOVE BATAM
The city of Batam is the largest city in the Indonesian Province of the islands of riau. The city area consists of Batam island, the islands of Rempang and of Galang and of other small islands in the Singapore Strait and Malaka Strait area.
Batam is one of the most strategically International shipping lane, the city is very close and directly bordered by Singapore and Malaysia. As a planning city, Batam was one of the fastest was a well-planned city, Batam had many interesting places to visit.
TOP 5 REASONS TO VISIT BATAM
what to do in batam
when to visit batam
Estimated hotel price
Batam in :
* 1 night at 3-star hotel
* Prices are not fixed and may vary with time
Weather
The best time to visit Batam is during the dry season between May and September. Between October and April tropical rainfalls alternate with sunny days. The best time to visit Batam is during the dry season between May and September. Between October and April tropical rainfalls alternate with sunny days.
Batam does not observe daylight saving time or a summer time zone change. The length of the day is nearly consistent year round due to the country's location near the equator.
* When the weather is nice in Batam
Batam in :
| January | Rp. 950.000 |
| February | Rp. 160.000 |
| March | Rp. 370.000 |
| April | Rp. 600.000 |
| May | Rp. 460.000 |
| June | Rp. 460.000 |
| July | Rp. 490.000 |
| August | Rp. 660.000 |
| September | Rp. 510.000 |
| October | Rp. 510.000 |
| November | Rp. 450.000 |
| December | Rp. 440.000 |
* 1 night at 3-star hotel
* Prices are not fixed and may vary with time
Weather
The best time to visit Batam is during the dry season between May and September. Between October and April tropical rainfalls alternate with sunny days. The best time to visit Batam is during the dry season between May and September. Between October and April tropical rainfalls alternate with sunny days.
Batam does not observe daylight saving time or a summer time zone change. The length of the day is nearly consistent year round due to the country's location near the equator.
| MONTH | AVG. MAXIMUM (°C ) | AVG.MINIMUM(°C ) |
| January | 28°C | 23°C |
| February | 29°C | 23°C |
| March | 30°C | 23°C |
| April | 30°C | 23°C |
| May | 30°C | 24°C |
| June | 30°C | 23°C |
| July | 29°C | 23°C |
| August | 30°C | 23°C |
| September | 28°C | 23°C |
| October | 29°C | 23°C |
| November | 28°C | 23°C |
| December | 28°C | 23°C |
* When the weather is nice in Batam
How TO GET TO BATAM
Plane
Hang Nadim International Airport (BTH) has a wide range of regional connections. Expect a taxi to the center of town to cost around Rp 30.000 .Boat
You may catch the ferry from Sumatra,Johor Bahru, or Singapore that dock at Sekupang. From there will an Rp. 25.000 - Rp. 30.000 taxi ride to Batam City or Nagoya.Car
If you driving from the airport, You can take Jl. Hang Tuah and turn right onto Jl. Sudirman. after that turn left on Jl. Ahmad Yani and follow that road to Batam City.Airports near Batam:
{BTH} Batam Hang Nadim
[TNJ] Tanjung Pinang Raja Haji Fisabilillah
Airlines Serving Batam:
* Lion Air (JT)
* Citilink (QG)
* Wings Air (IW)
* Batik Air (ID)
* Sriwijaya Air (SJ)
* Garuda Indonesia (GA)
* XpressAir (XN)
* Malindo Air (OD)
Ferry Serving Batam:
* Majestic Fast Ferry
* Sindo Ferry
* Batam Fast
*Horizon Ferry
where to stay in batam
Batam has a diversity of hotels. Some of the very best include the the Montigo Resort in Nongsa, the Swiss-Belhotel Harbor Bay, and the Radisson Golf and Convention Center in Nagoya.
Popular Neighborhoods in Batam
Nagoya
this is the main tourist center of Batam and home to most of the island's hotels, include The Radisson Golf and Convention Centre. Highlights include Nagoya Hill Mall .
Batam Centre
the island's political hub, Batam Center has an enormous shopping center (the Mega Mall), and is well situated to see the whole island. Batam Centre is the center for all the activities of Batam City administration as well as other activities
Sekupang
the major port on Batam, Sekupang is the island's golfing center, with courses like Indah Puri and Batam Hills, and is very convenient for ferry passengers. Sekupang is the old city of batam, where there are still many such government offices as batam (the resting place for ruling otorita batam and his guests).
where to stay in populer areas of Batam
How to get around batam
Public Transportation
There's a public bus between Batam Centre and Sekupang. which cost Rp. 4000,00 per journey
Taxi
Taxis are a popular way to get around Batam. price vary and before taking a taxi it is best to agree on the travel price first. Expect to pay around Rp. 25,000 to get from Sekupang to either Nagoya or Batam Center and Rp. 50,000 to get from Batam Center to Nagoya
Car
Driving could be an alternative after a taxi. The options could be a car rental and avis and also for the lowest price from Rp. 70.000 a day.
Road To Barelang Bridge
If you want to get to Barelang Bridge, you can select a transportation taxi or car, before taking a taxi it is best to agree on the travel price first.
Road To Sultan Mahmud Riayat Syah Mosque
If you want to get to Sultan Mahmud Riayat Syah Mosque, you can select a transportation taxi, car or public transportation. Before taking a taxi it is best to agree on the travel price first. Follow the map below so you don't get lost.
Batam View Beach Resort
If you want to get to Batam View Beach Resort , you can select a transportation car. Pick any car you want. Follow the map below so you don't get lost.
Rezeki Seafood Restaurant
If you want to get to Rezeki Seafood Restaurant , you can select a transportation car, taxi or public transportation. Don't forget to make a price deal with the driver.
Nagoya Hill Shopping Centre
If you want to get to Nagoya Hill Shopping Centre, you can select a transportation car, taxi or public transportation. Don't forget to make a price deal with the driver. Follow the map below so you don't get lost.
The Cost living in batam
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Grand Batam Shopping Centre
This mall became the place of branded stuff. This mall provides genuine goods. For the culinary, The Grand Batam Mall presents a diversity of choice from various ethnic and state groups. More visitors coming on the weekend
Nagoya Hill Shopping Centre
Selling items like perfume,clothes,shoes until gadgets with a cheap price
Batam Souvenir 78
provide displays, decorations, address boards, etc. Price start from Rp. 60.000
Mega Mall Batam Centre
sell a variety of important items of high quality with a cheap prices
Cake Buah Naga
It's a cake with dragon fruit. So it has a distinctive taste. the price Rp. 45.000 and with topping Rp. 50.000
where to eat in batam
High class
Kazu Japanese Restaurant
{Japanese, Sushi, Asia Food} on Jl. Raden Patah no. 1-5 Komp Harmoni Blok B, 2nd Floor, Nagoya, Riau, Indonesia.
My Garden, Resto, Cafe & Bar
{China, Barat Daya, Asia Food} on Ruko Bida Asri 2 No. 9 Jl. Raja M Selah, Belian, Kec. Batam Kota, Batam City, Riau Islands 29432. My garden is a restaurant, bar and cafe that has a nice atmosphere, aesthetics, bright green plants and good services.
Rezeki Seafood Restaurant
{Seafood, Asia, Indonesia} on beach, Jl. H. Moh. Saleh, RT.002/RW.001, Batu Besar, Nongsa, Batam City, Riau Islands 29465. Chef recommendation include , Chili Sauce Crab, Hot & Sour Fish, Boiled Gonggong, Fried Fish With Sweet Soy Sauce, Fried Cuttlefish With Flour, Butter Prawn.
Low Budget
Pizza Purissimo House
{Pizza, Cafe} on Puri Legenda Blok A1 No. 8 | Baloi Permai, Batam Center, Riau Islands Province 29431, Indonesia. Purissimo house pizza does have a delicious taste and affordable prices. the price is around Rp.15,000- Rp. 80,000
Mie Tarempa Restaurant
{Asia, Indonesia Food} on Jl. Laksamana Bintan | Ruko Royal Sinkom complex block D 15-16, Batam Center, Riau Islands Province 29431, Indonesia. Mie Tarempa have a delicious flavor and pervasive seasoning.
Hooray Eatery
{China, Asia, Indonesia Food} on Taman Nagoya Indah Complex Blok 8 No 1 | New Tamia CarWash, Riau Islands Province 29444, Indonesia. a great place to hang out with friends and there is music that makes the atmosphere comfortable. The price around Rp.7000-Rp. 80.000
