Sulawesi Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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- Lembeh Straits - This strait is so beautiful. Lots of tiny islands, cliffs, beautiful view and of course beautiful and unique marine ecology. There are few beautiful resorts that will provide you with nice accommodation, such as BlackSands Retreat, Dabirahe @ Lembeh Hills and Kungkungan Bay resort. These resorts will help you to explore the beautiful underwater world of Lembeh Strait. Getting here is very easy as it's connected by road from the capital of North Sulawesi, Manado. It's about one and a half hour ride from Manado to here.
(Well, we're not at the airport, but all the other options for locations seemed to be businesses.) This spotted buffalo is destined for a funeral dinner. In the meantime the buffalo is looked after like a family car. Washed and groomed constantly - and it's worth about the same as your family car!! #Indonesia

Where to stay in Sulawesi

•First Post• This city is called Manado, located in North Sulawesi, Indonesia. This is the most populous city in North Sulawesi making this city as the capital city that has more than half a million inhabitants residing here. It's a friendly city serving as the welcome gate to the land of waving coconuts. Although it's not the most beautiful city in Indonesia, the city is ranked top 5 on human index development score in Indonesia. This city is messy but it is surrounded with amazing places like beautiful beaches, magnificent volcanoes, national marine parks, tropical rainforest, incredible natural reserves and ancient living historical places. Places to live? I personally suggest you to live in a beach or island resort for some incredible experiences. I suggest you to look it up on Tripadvisor for some reviews! How to get to North Sulawesi? - There are several domestic routes from Jakarta, Surabaya, Denpasar (transit Makassar) and other cities to Manado with Garuda Indonesia, BatikAir, LionAir, SriwijayaAir, and some other domestic carriages. - There is one international flight

Manado City Centre

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Manado City Centre is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Manado Town Square and Mega Mall.

Manado City Centre
Delta Pulau Lakkang

Panakkukang

Restaurants and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Panakkukang. A stop by Mall Panakkukang is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Panakkukang
Pantai Losari #makassar #City #icon

Losari

Visitors to Losari enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Losari Beach is worth a stop.

Losari
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Sungguminasa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sungguminasa and surrounding area, you can visit Mall Panakkukang and Mall Ratu Indah.

Sungguminasa
Four Points by Sheraton Manado

Four Points by Sheraton Manado

4 out of 5
Jalan Piere Tendean Boulevard, Sario Manado
The price is ₹5,584 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
₹5,584
₹6,756 total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Manado. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Manado Town Square and Mega Mall are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (189 reviews)
Staff needs training

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Manado
Hyatt Place Makassar

Hyatt Place Makassar

3.5 out of 5
Jalan Jenderal Sudirman NO. 31 Makassar
The price is ₹4,283 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
₹4,283
₹5,182 total
14 Mar - 15 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Makassar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mall Ratu Indah and Taman Anggrek ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
When we arrived the room was a brisk 20C. I set the thermostat at 24C, on "heat" mode. Nothing changed. Called the front desk, they sent up maintenance. After much fiddling with Google translate, he told me it was set correctly and "it just takes time". 12 hours latter, it was still 20C. When I sneezed ...

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Hyatt Place Makassar
Four Points By Sheraton Makassar

Four Points By Sheraton Makassar

4 out of 5
Jl. Andi Djemma No. 130 Makassar South Sulawesi
The price is ₹3,361 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
₹3,361
₹4,067 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Makassar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Mall Ratu Indah and Mall Panakkukang are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (48 reviews)
Nice room nice staff Nice gym

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Four Points By Sheraton Makassar
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Bobocabin Bunaken Hills

Bobocabin Bunaken Hills

3.5 out of 5
Jl. Raya Molas, Tongkeina Manado North Sulawesi
Stay at this cabin in Manado. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions I.R Soekarno Bridge and Kalimas Harbor are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Comfortable glamping with great view. Clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

Bobocabin Bunaken Hills
Torau Resort

Torau Resort

3.5 out of 5
Tentena, Torau, Siuri, Danau Toinasa Central Sulawesi
Stay at this villa in Toinasa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and a 24-hour front desk.
Torau Resort
Comfortable Studio Room Apartment (No Kitchen) At Bandaraya Tallasa City Makassar

Comfortable Studio Room Apartment (No Kitchen) At Bandaraya Tallasa City Makassar

2 out of 5
Banda FL7 #B17, Jl. Jalur Lingkaran Bar Makassar Sulawesi Selatan
Stay at this apartment in Makassar. Popular attractions Mall Panakkukang and Paotere Harbor are located nearby.
Comfortable Studio Room Apartment (No Kitchen) At Bandaraya Tallasa City Makassar
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Popular places to visit

- The Same Spot - It might be the same spot, where my ancestors arrived at this town 2 centuries ago. For the sake of better life and fortune, they had sailed far from mainland China to Singapore or Batavia and finally arrived here. Thanks for choosing this place, because you were right!

Kalimas Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Manado with a trip to Kalimas Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Kalimas Harbor

Hasanuddin University

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy the student vibe at Hasanuddin University during your stay in Makassar. Stroll along the marina or discover the area's sunrises.

Hasanuddin University

Manado Town Square

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Manado Town Square during your visit to Manado. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and coral reefs.

Manado Town Square

Tomohon Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tomohon Market during your stay in Malalayang. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and coral reefs.

Tomohon Market

Mall Ratu Indah

4/5(1 review)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mall Ratu Indah during your trip to Makassar. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Mall Ratu Indah

Lembeh Strait

Explore the great outdoors at Lembeh Strait, a lovely green space in Pulau Lembeh. Wander the forests and marina while you're in the area.

Lembeh Strait