Your Good Day private guide and driver will greet you at your hotel, Juanda International Airport (SUB), or Surabaya Cruise Port.

After a warm welcome, begin your journey through Surabaya, Indonesia's historic "City of Heroes." During the drive, your guide will introduce the city's fascinating colonial history, multicultural heritage, and its important role in Indonesia's independence.

Visit Heroes Monument, Surabaya's most iconic landmark commemorating the Battle of Surabaya in 1945.

Learn why Surabaya earned the nickname "City of Heroes" while discovering the stories behind Indonesia's fight for independence. Enjoy panoramic views and excellent photography opportunities around the monument.

Highlights

• Indonesia's most important independence monument
• Historical overview of the Battle of Surabaya
• Great location for memorable photos

Located beneath Heroes Monument, the 10 November Museum showcases authentic wartime artifacts, military equipment, historical photographs, and immersive dioramas.

Your Good Day guide will explain the historical significance of the exhibits, making Indonesia's independence story easy to understand for international visitors.

Continue to Balai Pemuda, one of Surabaya's most elegant Dutch colonial landmarks.

Originally known as De Simpangsche Sociëteit, this heritage building has transformed into one of Surabaya's leading cultural centers featuring exhibitions, art galleries, and public events.

Highlights:

• Beautiful Dutch colonial architecture
• Excellent photography location
• Historic cultural landmark
• Originally known as De Simpangsche Sociëteit, this heritage building has transformed into one of Surabaya's leading cultural centers featuring exhibitions, art galleries, and public events.
• Highlights

Pass through Kembang Jepun, one of East Java's oldest Chinese communities.

Admire historic shophouses, colorful temples, traditional markets, and bustling streets that reflect centuries of Chinese influence in Surabaya.

Your guide will explain how Chinese merchants helped shape the city's economy and culture.

Explore one of Indonesia's oldest and most important Islamic heritage sites. Visit the historic Sunan Ampel Great Mosque, founded in the 15th century by Sunan Ampel, one of the legendary Wali Songo (Nine Saints).

Stroll through the lively Arab Quarter (Kampung Ampel), where you'll discover traditional Middle Eastern architecture, Islamic bookstores, perfume shops, dates, spices, and authentic Arab-Indonesian cuisine.

Visit Monumen Kapal Selam (Monkasel), the largest submarine monument in Asia.

Step aboard the authentic Indonesian Navy submarine KRI Pasopati 410, which served during the Cold War, and learn about Indonesia's maritime history and naval defense.

Highlights

• Walk inside a real submarine
• Learn about Indonesian naval history
• Unique attraction rarely found elsewhere

Enjoy lunch at one of Good Day's carefully selected local restaurants.

Taste Surabaya's famous Bebek Goreng (Crispy Fried Duck) served with traditional sambal, fresh vegetables, and steamed rice.

Depending on availability, alternative local specialties may also be offered

Experience the lively atmosphere of Pabean Fish Market, one of Surabaya's oldest traditional markets.

Watch local fishermen unload fresh seafood while traders negotiate daily catches. This authentic marketplace offers a fascinating glimpse into Surabaya's maritime culture and everyday local life.

Your guide will introduce local seafood varieties and explain the importance of this market to Surabaya's economy.

Relax in your private air-conditioned vehicle while returning to your hotel, airport, or cruise terminal.

Thank you for exploring Surabaya with Good Day, your trusted private tour specialist in Indonesia.