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The food scene in Surabaya is best discovered on foot — walk between Heroes Monument (Tugu Pahlawan), Ampel Mosque and Arab Quarter and House of Sampoerna to taste what makes this city's culinary identity distinct. Tuck into lesser-known corners like Chinatown (Kya Kya) for the dishes visitors rarely find. From morning market runs to late-night street food, every neighborhood here has its own flavor.
Indonesia's second-largest city, a gritty port town with colonial-era architecture, vibrant Arab and Chinese quarters, and East Javanese street food.
Roamee Pro, also known as Roamee, offers a free self-guided food tour route in Surabaya. The audio walking tour can include stops such as Heroes Monument (Tugu Pahlawan) — a 41-meter monument commemorating the 1945 Battle of Surabaya for independence, Ampel Mosque and Arab Quarter — a 15th-century mosque surrounded by narrow lanes of Arab traders' shops, House of Sampoerna — a Dutch colonial tobacco factory turned museum and art gallery, still producing clove cigarettes, plus hidden gems like Chinatown (Kya Kya) — a revitalized strip of Chinese shophouses, street food, and the ornate Hong Tik Hian temple.
Use this page as a starting point for a Surabaya walking tour, a free self-guided route, or the Roamee app for Surabaya. Roamee Pro keeps the route flexible so you can follow the stops, skip ahead, or explore nearby streets at your own pace.
While Surabaya is best known for history and food, stops like Heroes Monument (Tugu Pahlawan) and Ampel Mosque and Arab Quarter sit alongside bakeries and cafes tucked into side streets — and quieter spots like Chinatown (Kya Kya) where the real locals eat. A food-focused walk connects the culinary landmarks with the places that reflect daily life, turning a sightseeing route into an edible discovery.
Surabaya is hot and humid year-round. The old quarters are best explored on foot in the morning. The city is a gateway to Mount Bromo.
May through October for dry season. Visit early morning for the best street food at traditional markets.
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