Medan City Tour: Exploring Multicultural History and Landscape of North Sumatra Capital

Immerse yourself in the multicultural history and stunning landscapes of Medan, the capital of North Sumatra. Explore the Chinese quarter, Malay sultanate relics, and Dutch colonial remnants. Visit temples, mosques, and a fusion Marian Shrine. Experience the vibrant and diverse culture of Medan.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lapangan Merdeka - starts at the old central square of Medan, the Lapangan Merdeka (Independence square), in former times called Esplanade. Along Kesawan square are the central buildings of the town, some of them originating from colonial times like the Lonsum building of the British Harrisons & Crosfield company, in former days called the…
What's Included
  • 10-hour private transport in an air-conditioned minivan
  • Entry and admission fees as per itinerary included
  • English-speaking driver who also serves as a guide
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Bottled water
  • Tipping
Additional Information

A trip to North Sumatra is incomplete without visiting its capital, Medan. Explore the rich history of Medan with a private driver who also serves as a guide. The tour will take you through the Chinese quarter, the remnants of a Malay sultanate, and the traces of Dutch colonial influence. Key attractions include the Sultan’s Palace, the Grand Mosque,…

Location
Lapangan Merdeka
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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99heinzk
May 17, 2024
City tour Medan - Due to the lack of modernity, only visits to the former times - Medan is a sprawling city of around 2.5 million inhabitants, without an actual center. At least we didn't visit one on this city tour. As mentioned in the description, old religious places of worship are visited. Nevertheless, at the end there was a strange feeling that we had only visited something long ago and that we were still living in that time. There is nothing modern or interesting about it. The guide knew a lot about the old days - routinely - and was quite professional. And yet: we didn't really "warm" to this city.
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From $67
up to 15 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).