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Things to see in Bandar Baru (Indonesia): 10 places and when to go
Bandar Baru is a town in Indonesia, and this site lists 10 places in and around it, mainly Nature (8), Mountains (8), Museums and art (2). The best known are Bukit Calong, Cot Dibayu and Cot Murong. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. There are about 12 h 18 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Indonesia · 5.2581, 96.0716
- Places
- 10 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (8) · Mountains (8) · Museums and art (2)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- CGK Jakarta, 1,730 km as the crow flies
What to see in Bandar Baru
The places in and around Bandar Baru, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Bukit CalongMountain in Indonesia14 km
- Cot DibayuHill in Indonesia2.4 km
- Cot MurongHill in Indonesia15 km
- Cot TureuengbinuHill in Indonesia1.9 km
- Gle KutaranHill in Indonesia8.0 km
- Gle Lueng AnginHill in Indonesia6.5 km
- Gle MancangHill in Aceh, Indonesia7.0 km
- Gle PuntongHill in Indonesia8.1 km
- Pidie Jaya MuseumThe Pijay Museum, known as "Rumoh Aceh" is located in Pijay City Park, west side of the Regent's Office Complex, Gampong Manyang Lancok, Meureudu19 km
- Pedir MuseumMuseum in Aceh2 m
When to go to Bandar Baru
The best time to visit Bandar Baru is April to September; also possible: October to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible11:44
- FebPossible11:50
- MarPossible11:58
- AprBest time12:07
- MayBest time12:14
- JunBest time12:18
- JulBest time12:17
- AugBest time12:10
- SepBest time12:02
- OctPossible11:53
- NovPossible11:45
- DecPossible11:42
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 18 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In April, 10 of the 10 places are at their best.
When to go to Indonesia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Bandar Baru
The nearest main airport is Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK, Jakarta), 1,730 km as the crow flies. How to get around Indonesia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Banda Aceh52 places89 km
- Sabang14 places110 km
- Lhokseumawe15 places119 km
- Langsa21 places220 km
- Medan30 places341 km
- Tarutung8 places483 km
And all of Indonesia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Bandar Baru?
The best known: Bukit Calong, Cot Dibayu, Cot Murong, Cot Tureuengbinu, Gle Kutaran. In all, 10 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Bandar Baru?
April to September; also possible: October to March. There are about 12 h 18 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Bandar Baru?
The nearest main airport is Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), 1,730 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Bandar Baru as the destination and these 10 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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