Jakarta is one of the busiest cities in the Southeast Asian region so you can imagine what the traffic is like out on the streets of the capital. It can be quite a task to manage your shopping time while in the city, but if you know more about the places to shop at it won’t be that difficult. In fact the end result of a clear shopping plan is rewarding where you will find plenty of things to squeeze into your luggage. The first step to follow when shopping in Jakarta is ‘leave ahead of time’. If the malls open around 9am then it’s best to set out of your hotel as early as possible. An early start is bound to help you avoid the traffic and since it is less warm in the mornings you will feel more at ease.

Remember, Jakarta caters to all the different categories of shoppers from the thrifty and the brand conscious to the hagglers. So you must not miss out on the opportunity to shop in the city. Start off your shopping journey by visiting the ITC Ambassador Mall. You will be surprised by the floors upon floors of stores you encounter at this particular mall. There are independent fashion boutiques, niche markets, local good stores and a range of copy item stores available. The pirated goods can be found at the basement and at these shops you can strike some great deals on DVDs and CDs.

Make your next stop the Sarinah Factory Outlet; it claims to be one of the oldest stores in the city and has a wide variety of branded items on sale. The prices here are fixed but most of the items are half price or marked down so you are sure to get branded goodies for a great price. Gran Indonesia is another mall you should pop into for luxury and branded items. If you want to grab a quick bite this is the place to do it since there is a string of restaurants that serve international cuisine. For shoppers who want a taste of the local shopping experience head over to Jalan Surabaya, it is the best place to find some interesting souvenir items.

Shopping in Jakarta is a pleasant experience if you decide to stay in one of the serviced apartments Jakarta. Serviced accommodation Jakarta is the ideal option for visitors who want peace and privacy. Apartments are luxurious and hassle free and Somerset Grand Citra Jakarta will make sure you have a great vacation while in Indonesia.

 

Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and hopes to visit them all someday.

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