Well, it turns out that there are many, you know, alternative Surabaya tourist attractions besides shopping centers. You can try natural attractions, take pictures with amazing views of the port, and enjoy the night with views of colorful lights. Let's start the journey to explore the City of Heroes by visiting the following tourist attractions: 1. Whitish Bamboo Forest
Keputih Bamboo Forest is one of the natural attractions that you can visit in Surabaya. This location was originally a landfill that had closed and then used it for green land and planted with various types of bamboo. In this Surabaya tourist spot, there is also a cherry blossom flower which is very beautiful and worthy of being a photo spot. Whitish Bamboo Forest [image source]
Location : Jl. Raya Marina Asri, Keputih, Sukolilo, Surabaya2. Mangrove Ecotourism
Another natural tourist location that can be visited while in Surabaya is Mangrove Ecotourism which is located in the Wonorejo area, Rungkut District. This tourist attraction is not too far from the city center and can be reached by private vehicle. The entrance ticket is also quite cheap, less than IDR 5 thousand plus parking. Besides being able to enjoy the green mangrove forest, this place is also a good educational tour to introduce nature to children.
Location : Jl. Raya Wonorejo No. 1, Rungkut, Surabaya City3. Kenpark Surabaya
Kenjeran Beach is one of the famous tourist attractions in Surabaya. Unfortunately, this beach began to be deserted because of its poor condition and was full of garbage. But now there are new tourist destinations around Kenjeran Beach, exactly 1 km from the old beach. This tourist attraction is commonly known as Kenpark aka Kenjeran Park. There are many interesting objects that can be visited at Kenpark, one of which is the Sanggar Agung shrine which stands majestically by the sea. There is also a imitation of the Temple of Heaven in China, which is widely used as a photo location for tourists.
Location : Jl. Pantai Kenjeran, Sukolilo Baru, Bulak, Kota Surabaya4. Seedling Garden
Want to invite your children to enjoy the natural scenery while interacting with animals? Try visiting the Seedling Garden located on Jalan Kendalsari. In this natural tourist spot, you can enjoy the beauty of lush gardens. Children can play in the available outbound locations and also do activities in the playground area. In this seedling garden children can also interact and feed some deer that are left to roam. You can visit this Surabaya tourist attraction without spending a penny other than for parking.
Location : Jalan Raya Manyar No.80A, Baratajaya, Gubeng, Surabaya5. Food Junction Grand Pakuwon
For culinary lovers, Food Junction Grand Pakuwon is one of the recreational destinations in Surabaya that wakib visited. This tourist attraction located in Tandes Margomulyo, West Surabaya was opened on January 22, 2016. With a stunning design, complete with an open dining area by the artificial lake, in this place you can also enjoy various types of culinary both from within and outside the country. There are more than 100 tenants who sell different foods and you can choose according to your taste.
Location : Jl. Grand Banjar Boulevard, Tandes, Banjar Sugihan, Surabaya6. Dancing Fountains Dancing fountains [image source]
Along the coast of Kenjeran Beach, an 800-meter-long bridge with 3 one-way lanes was built which is very magnificent. At night, the bridge is even more beautiful with glittering lights deliberately installed to attract the attention of visitors. In fact, in this location there is a special spot for selfies that allows you to capture the perfect view on the Kenjeran bridge. On this bridge you can also see the beautiful dancing fountain with the accompaniment of typical Surabaya songs such as the Red Bridge.Dancing fountain [image source]
Location : Kenjeran, Surabaya City7. Tanjung Perak Port
Love photography and want to achieve unusual scenes? Try visiting Tanjung Perak Port at dusk. The combination of the golden orange sky color with the silhouettes of ships in the middle of the sea is guaranteed to make you get the best photos.
Location : Kelurahan Perak Timur, Cantikan Customs District, Surabaya City8. Surabaya City Hall Surabaya City Hall [image source]
Lovers of classical architecture must come to Surabaya City Hall. In this place, you can take pictures with the background of the magnificent city hall building. On the inside there are also several exhibition venues that sell souvenirs typical of the city of Surabaya. On the front, the inscription Surabaya City Hall has also been written which lights up at night and is suitable as a photo location. Surabaya City Hall [image source]
Location : Jl. Mayor Mustajab Surabaya9. Surabaya Carnival Night Market Carnival Style [image source]
Surabaya Carnival Night Market is a recreational place that is open at night and presents a variety of exciting rides for visitors. Almost similar to the concept of Batu Night Spectacular or BNS, this tourist location can be visited with an entrance ticket that is quite affordable around Rp. 10 thousand only. But you will still be charged for each ride you want to try, the price varies around Rp. 15 thousand. Surbaya Carnival [image source]
Location : Jalan Ahmad Yani No. 333, Dukuh Menanggal, Gayungan, Surabaya City 10. Surabaya North QuaySurabaya North Quay [image source]
Surabaya North Quay is a tourist location located on the second and third floors of the magnificent building of Gapura Surya Nusantara Terminal. This place is usually used as a location for leaning international cruise ships. At night, Surabaya North Quay is filled with lights so that visitors can enjoy views along the Port of Tanjung Perak.Surabaya North Quay [image source]
Location : Perak Utara, Surabaya City11. House of SampoernaCollections House of Sampoerna [image source]
Various amazing things in Surabya with one departure are certainly an attraction in itself. Try to come to the House of Sampoerna, a museum as well as a place for education about the development of the cigarette industry, especially sampoerna pruduk. Satisfied with entering the interior of the museum, you can take a tour bus which is provided free of charge for tourists. The name is Surabaya Hertage Track. You will be invited to visit the traces of the city of heroes' past. even to the point of entering the City Hall, it's so exciting, right? House of Sampoerna Collection [image source]
Location : Taman Sampoerna No.6, Krembangan Utara, Surabaya12. Heroes MonumentS of Heroes via Instagram.com/myahyaarnold
Traveling to the City of Heroes is certainly not complete if you don't visit the Heroes Monument. Of the many landmarks aka iconic buildings in Surabaya, this is one of the most famous. The fun thing is, visiting there does not require any costs at all, aka free of charge.
As the name implies, the Heroes Monument stands as a reminder of the events of November 10, 1945. At that time, arek-arek Suroboyo fought persistently unyieldingly to face the invasion of the British and Dutch colonizers. Not just admiring the structure of the building, Traveler Friends can learn a little about the history of Surabaya through photos and information listed around the monument.
The area around the Heroes Monument has a beautiful expanse of green land. Traveler friends can use it for a fun picnic on the weekend while enjoying the surrounding scenery, if the weather is not hot of course.13. Taman BungkulA fun atmosphere in Taman Bungkul via Instagram.com/andi_midiawaty
As a metropolis, Surabaya has a series of cool public spaces. One of them is Bungkul Park in the Wonokromo area. This location is often a gathering place for several communities, ranging from skateboarding, BMX, and many more.
Many Surabaya residents feel at home lingering in Taman Bungkul. How not, the manager provides free WiFi facilities, as well as an open stage to stage the show. Visitors can also take advantage of the jogging track and skate park at no cost at all.
The name Bungkul itself has a fairly unique story. According to some sources, there was a figure spreading Islam in Surabaya named Ki Ageng Supo. He was called Sunan Bungkul or Mbah Bungkul, which later inspired the naming of the park.14. Ciputra WaterparkCiputra Waterpark via Instagram.com/ucuuus
The air in Surabaya is so hot that many people often don't feel at home. Staying in an air-conditioned room is the best option to spend time, instead of a way out. Even though there are several tourist attractions in the City of Heroes that offer extraordinary freshness and excitement, you know.
