What to do and see in Medan, Sumatra: The Best Things to do

August 16, 2021 Marissa Gamble

Medan (Jawi: ميدن, Batak: ᯔᯮᯑ᯲, Chinese: 棉蘭, Tamil: மேடான், Indonesian pronunciation: [meˈdan]); is the capital of North Sumatra province in Indonesia. Located along the northeastern coast of Sumatra island, Medan is the fourth biggest city by population in Indonesia, behind Jakarta, Surabaya and Bandung. With 2,097,610 inhabitants at the 2010 census, Medan remains the largest settlement outside Java island and enjoys a diversity of multicultural peoples. Bordered by the Strait of Malacca, Medan is a busy trading city around the island as located near the strait which is one of the most important shipping lanes in the world. Medan is the gateway to the western part of Indonesia, accessible via the Port of Belawan and Kuala Namu International Airport, stated the city as the third largest city in the country by economy after Jakarta and Surabaya, this city economy is linked well with Malaysian cities (especially Penang and Kuala Lumpur) and Singapore by trade, service and natural resource exchanges. Both the seaport and the airport are connected to the city center via toll road and railway. Medan also became the first city in Indonesia to have an airport supported with train service.
Restaurants in Medan

1. Marian Shrine of Annai Velangkanni

Jl. Sakura III no. 10 Tanjung Selamat, Medan Indonesia +62 8163141172 http://velangkanni.blogspot.com
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 256 reviews

Marian Shrine of Annai Velangkanni

Reviewed By 650jimmy - Singapore, Singapore

We have known Pastor James for more than 10 years and whenever we are in Medan, will attempt to go and visit the church and meet Pastor James, if he is available. Once I saw him bless a car. He always spent time to speak to the public and we are comforted by him. We go to lick a candle after prayer and also to collect some bottles of holy water for blessing and bring back to Singapore. We will write a petition to ask for blessing and help in our daily life. Please feel free to come and view the historical gallery and buy some sovenirs for remembrance.

2. Maha Vihara Maitreya Cemara Asri

Jl. Cemara Boulevard Utara No. 8, Medan 20731 Indonesia +62 61 66333000 https://mahaviharamaitreya.org/
Excellent
53%
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 118 reviews

Maha Vihara Maitreya Cemara Asri

Jl. Stasiun no. 1, Medan 20231 Indonesia +62 61 4561331 [email protected] http://www.railink.co.id/
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 1,307 reviews

Airport Railink Services

We Are First and Biggest Airport Train Services in Indonesia. We provide a smart chocice and convinient tarnsport to the City trough Exclusive Railway

Reviewed By HenryHeinz - Medan, Indonesia

Very convenient, hassle-free way to get from central Medan to KNO. Note that there is a new train schedule (as of maybe Nov 2019). With the recently opened elevated train line through downtown Medan, it now takes approx. 30 minutes to get to/from downtown and KNO. There are no stops for traffic, etc now. Booking tickets at the station is easy, but note that this must be done with a card (or other means) - they don't accept cash payments for tickets.

4. Tjong A Fie's Mansion

Jl. Jend. A. Yani no. 105, Medan 20111 Indonesia +62 813 6120 3998 http://www.tjongafiemansion.com
Excellent
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4.0 based on 573 reviews

Tjong A Fie's Mansion

Reviewed By sc-tadoc - Brisbane, Australia

A grand mansion that all tourists should come and visit to understand one man's excellent efforts to contribute to the growth of the city of Medan through local and Chinese migrant labour. Tjong A Fie was an associate of Cheong Fatt Tze (Blue Mansion in Penang, Malaysia), and both mansions certainly have their similarities. When we arrived, an English speaking guide took us around. He was from the local university and this was his gig to practise speaking English. He refused to accept money, but we pressed it into his hand and he was more than appreciative. The 'tour' was an hour but we spent another hour going through the mansion ourselves.

5. Medan Grand Mosque

Medan 20218 Indonesia
Excellent
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4.0 based on 520 reviews

Medan Grand Mosque

Reviewed By hutasuhutluthfi - Medan, Indonesia

If your are looking for an heritage place in Medan, this mosque is one of it. Nice architecture that combine eropean and chinese and arabic also.

6. Shri Mariamman Temple

Jl. Teuku Umar no. 18, Medan 20112 Indonesia
Excellent
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4.0 based on 88 reviews

Shri Mariamman Temple

Reviewed By NigelG407 - Singapore, Singapore

Shri Mariamman Kuil Temple: This Hindu Temple is a friendly and welcoming temple and the folk here are happy to have all faiths visit if suitably attired. Take off your shoes and walk into the main hall. Photography is allowed, but of course I avoided taking photos of devotees or of the divine images in the recessed rooms. All areas seem to be open for strolling around and the ornamentation is something of interest and beauty. The main column of the temple is being renovated presently and is in its undercoat of paint. I’m sure it will be in colourful majesty soon. It is always a great privilege to see other religions first hand and this temple is no exception. On leaving the temple I noticed a Sikh flag in the building next door and thought it worthwhile to take a look. I was welcomed and given a free guided tour. Headdress is required and provided. If you prefer a scarf or handkerchief of your own that will be adequate. Temple not listed on TA, but if your visiting this temple why not make the most of your visit in the area.

7. Center Point Mall

Jl. Timor Blok H no. 1, Medan 20231 Indonesia +62 61 80510533 http://www.centrepoint.co.id
Excellent
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4.0 based on 146 reviews

Center Point Mall

8. Brastagi Highland

Medan Indonesia
Excellent
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4.0 based on 160 reviews

Brastagi Highland

Jln. S. Parman No. 309, Medan 20153 Indonesia +62 61 4569964 [email protected] http://www.rahmatgallery.com/
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.0 based on 97 reviews

Rahmat International Wildlife Museum & Gallery

Reviewed By yanwar_edek - Bandar Lampung, Indonesia

there’re have replica of jungle animals and have night safari too .this look’s so real ,on night safary you can hear voice animal jungle like a lion ,tiger ,snake ,bear ,and many more

10. Maimun Palace

Jl. Katamso, Medan Indonesia
Excellent
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3.5 based on 762 reviews

Maimun Palace

Reviewed By hutasuhutluthfi - Medan, Indonesia

Must Visit ! The Old Palace of Deli Kingdom, that you and your friends should visit if you came to Medan, North Sumatera.

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