Kapuas Waterfront & Taman Alun Kapuas
Taman Alun Kapuas & Waterfront Pontianak
A park and riverside promenade along the Kapuas, Indonesia's longest river. Take a sightseeing boat at dusk to watch the sunset, and enjoy street food by the water.
The Kapuas River is about 1,143 km long and is the longest river in Indonesia. Along the riverbank in central Pontianak lie Taman Alun Kapuas and a waterfront promenade (Waterfront City) that stretches for several kilometers, with fountains, viewing platforms, food stalls and cafés. At dusk it is a favorite spot for locals to stroll, jog and watch the sunset. At the jetty, double-decker sightseeing boats make an hour-long loop on the river, passing the palace, the mosques, the water villages and the Kapuas Bridge, which is lit up at night. Fares are about IDR 15,000–30,000 per person. You can also charter a small sampan to cross the river to the palace. The waterfront is open all day and free of charge. Keep an eye on your belongings at night.
Opening hours
All day (boat trips mostly afternoon to evening)
Nearby sights
- Vihara Bodhisatva Karaniya Metta
- Jami Sultan Syarif Abdurrahman Mosque
- Kadriah Palace
- Jalan Gajah Mada Culinary Street
- Mujahidin Grand Mosque
- West Kalimantan Museum
- Rumah Melayu
- Rumah Radakng