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Things to see in Banjarmasin (Indonesia): 14 places and when to go
Banjarmasin is a city in Indonesia with around 604,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 14 places in and around it, mainly Temples (8), Nature (3), Wildlife (3). The best known are Sultan Suriansyah Mosque, Grand Mosque of Sabilal Muhtadin and Holy Family Cathedral, Banjarmasin. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. There are about 12 h 12 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 · -3.33, 114.5801
- Population
- About 604,000
- Places
- 14 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (8) · Nature (3) · Wildlife (3) · History (1) · Food and drink (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- SUB Surabaya, 493 km as the crow flies
What to see in Banjarmasin
The places in and around Banjarmasin, 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.
- Sultan Suriansyah MosqueMosque in Indonesia4.0 km
- Grand Mosque of Sabilal MuhtadinMosque in Banjarmasin, Indonesia1.7 km
- Holy Family Cathedral, BanjarmasinChurch in Banjarmasin, Indonesia1.3 km
- Jami Mosque of BanjarmasinMosque in Banjarmasin, Indonesia3.1 km
- Tuhfaturroghibin Jami MosqueMosque in Indonesia6.9 km
- Kelayan Muhammadiyah MosqueMosque in Indonesia1.8 km
- Kaget IslandIsland in Barito Kuala Regency, South Kalimantan Province, Indonesia13 km
- Kembang IslandIsland in Barito Kuala Regency, South Kalimantan Province, Indonesia3.4 km
- Masigit Al-Jihad BanjarmasinMasigit di Indunisia1.0 km
- Fort TabanioFort used by the Dutch East India Company48 km
- Lok Baintan Floating MarketMarket in the village Sungai Pinang, Kabupaten Banjar, Indonesia13 km
- Tempurung IslandIsland in Barito Kuala Regency, South Kalimantan Province, Indonesia14 km
- Vihara Dhammasoka BanjarmasinTemples2.2 km
- "Waja Sampai Kaputing" MuseumMuseum at Banjarmasin City, South Kalimantan4.3 km
When to go to Banjarmasin
The best time to visit Banjarmasin 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.
- JanPossible12:10
- FebPossible12:06
- MarPossible12:01
- AprBest time11:56
- MayBest time11:51
- JunBest time11:49
- JulBest time11:49
- AugBest time11:53
- SepBest time11:59
- OctPossible12:05
- NovPossible12:09
- DecPossible12:12
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 12 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In April, 14 of the 14 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 Banjarmasin
The nearest main airport is Juanda International Airport (SUB, Surabaya), 493 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
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- Surabaya16 places481 km
- Mojokerto7 places519 km
- Singaraja16 places536 km
- Banyuwangi9 places542 km
- Pati, Pati5 places547 km
And all of Indonesia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Banjarmasin?
The best known: Sultan Suriansyah Mosque, Grand Mosque of Sabilal Muhtadin, Holy Family Cathedral, Banjarmasin, Jami Mosque of Banjarmasin, Tuhfaturroghibin Jami Mosque. In all, 14 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Banjarmasin?
April to September; also possible: October to March. There are about 12 h 12 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Banjarmasin?
The nearest main airport is Juanda International Airport (SUB), 493 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Banjarmasin as the destination and these 14 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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