10 Cultural Centers in East Java

Curated list of the top cultural centers in East Java — with locations, descriptions, and tips.

East Java is one of Indonesia's 38 provinces. This list collects 10 cultural centers recorded in East Java, drawn from our database of points of interest across all 514 regencies and cities.

Each entry below links to the full destination profile, including key facts (opening hours, entrance fees, contact), historical context, and visiting tips. Entries are listed alphabetically, not ranked — pick the ones that match your trip plan.

  1. Grand Padepokan of the Loyal Heart Brotherhood of the Terate (PSHT)

    Madiun · East Java

    Madiun is nicknamed the "City of Warriors," and this place is the spiritual and administrative center for one of the largest Pencak Silat organizations in Indonesia. This complex is a symbol of the preservation of traditional martial arts deeply rooted in the local community's cu…

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    Sesuai agenda kegiatan
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    Gratis (Izin berkunjung)
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  2. House of Sampoerna

    Surabaya · East Java

    Occupying a magnificent Dutch colonial-style building from 1862, this museum offers a historical journey of the kretek cigarette industry in Indonesia. Visitors can witness thousands of female workers manually rolling cigarettes with incredible speed from the second-floor balcony…

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    Setiap hari, 09:00 - 18:00
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    Gratis
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  3. Jember Fashion Carnaval (JFC) Central

    Jember · East Java

    As an icon of contemporary creativity, this location is the central point for world-class fashion carnival events that have elevated Jember's name to the international stage. Every year, thousands of local talents showcase magnificent costumes themed around the richness of Nusant…

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    Sesuai jadwal event tahunan
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    Gratis (Area umum) hingga Berbayar (Tribun)
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  4. Kampoeng Batik Jetis

    Sidoarjo · East Java

    This legendary batik craft center, existing since 1675, offers the charm of bold and brightly colored Sidoarjo-style hand-drawn batik motifs. Visitors can explore narrow alleys filled with art galleries while witnessing the traditional batik-making process firsthand from local ar…

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    Setiap hari, 08:00 - 20:00
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    Gratis
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  5. Kampoeng Jawi

    Jombang · East Java

    An educational tourism destination that embraces the concept of Javanese cultural preservation, complete with authentic Joglo house architecture. Located at the foot of the mountain, this place offers a tranquil atmosphere for visitors who want to learn about traditions, arts, an…

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    Setiap hari, 08:00 - 17:00
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    Rp 15.000 - Rp 20.000
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  6. Kampung Inggris Pare

    Kediri · East Java

    A unique educational phenomenon in Indonesia where a residential area has transformed into the largest English language learning center in the country. Here, visitors can experience a strong academic atmosphere while interacting with thousands of students from all over the archip…

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    Setiap hari, 24 jam
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    Gratis
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  7. Mandilaras General Museum

    Pamekasan · East Java

    This museum is the main gateway to understanding Pamekasan's rich history and culture, housing collections of ancient artifacts, old manuscripts, and relics from royal periods. Located in the Arek Lancor monument area, it serves as an important educational center for travelers wi…

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    Senin - Jumat, 08:00 - 15:30
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    Rp 2.000 - Rp 5.000
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  8. Osing Kemiren Tourist Village

    Banyuwangi · East Java

    The cultural heart of Banyuwangi's indigenous people, the Osing tribe, who deeply preserve ancestral traditions. Here, visitors can enjoy Kemiren's signature coffee, traditional house architecture, and sacred Barong dance performances.

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    Setiap hari, 24 jam (Area Desa)
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    Gratis (Biaya berlaku untuk paket wisata tertentu)
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  9. Probolinggo Museum

    Probolinggo · East Java

    Occupying the historic former Societeit Gebouw, this museum houses a diverse collection of cultural artifacts, ancient relics, and colonial-era remnants that narrate Probolinggo's long history. It is the perfect window to understand the identity of the 'Bayuangga' people.

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    Selasa - Minggu, 08:00 - 15:00
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    Gratis
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  10. Trowulan Museum

    Mojokerto · East Java

    As the largest archaeological information center in East Java, this museum houses thousands of valuable artifacts from the glorious Majapahit era. Visitors can directly see collections of ancient coins, ceramics, and stone statues depicting the advancement of Nusantara civilizati…

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    Selasa - Minggu, 08:00 - 15:30
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    Rp 5.000 per orang
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