Famous for its Chinese and Dutch influence, this Central Java city is a treasure trope for heritage buildings and culinary delights. Just head to the Sam Poo Kong temple with bright red paints and triple-layered pagoda that functions as a place of worship for Buddhists, Taoists and Muslims alike. Go to Toko Oen where Dutch and Chinese-Indonesian menu has barely changed much as well as its construction. Dare to visit Lawang Sewu, a former Dutch Railway which translates to "a thousand doors'' and is said to be haunted. The natural attractions centered around Mount Ungaran are both exciting and relaxing. Try your guts via flying fox on top of Mount Ungaran. Recharge in an infinity pool of spring water perched on the edge of Umbul Sidomukti, with fresh mountain air. Every single place mentioned are great places to have your Semarang photography experience with our professional photographers for a memorable Semarang photoshoot!

Photospot City Guide (integrated into the web)

Famous for its colonial influence, this capital of Central Java is filled with heritage buildings, culinary delights, and wonderful photo spots. The best thing about Semarang is its’ many culinary delights, from street foods to heritage restaurants you can find almost anywhere around the city. For a memorable Semarang photoshoot, contact our Semarang professional photographer and meet with them in the Old City area, which was recently refurbished.

Best Time to Visit

Semarang, like most cities in Midwestern Java island, is hot and humid, with a good chance of rain every now and then. Visit Semarang anytime of the year, and the bright sunshine of the city makes for a great outdoor photoshoot session. However, if you cannot handle the heat, it might be better to visit around September to February, where the scorching heat is replaced with cloudy skies and cooler temperatures.