10 Historical Sites in Maluku
Curated list of the top historical sites in Maluku — with locations, descriptions, and tips.
Maluku is one of Indonesia's 38 provinces. This list collects 10 historical sites recorded in Maluku, 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.
Amsterdam Fortress (Hila)
West Seram Regency · Maluku
Although administratively located on the border, this site is a silent witness to the glory of the spice trade in the Seram and Ambon regions during the Dutch colonial era. The still-sturdy building structure provides an overview of 17th-century defensive architecture facing dire…
- Hours
- Setiap hari, 09:00 - 17:00
- Entry
- Donasi sukarela
Belgica Fortress
Central Maluku Regency · Maluku
This 17th-century VOC heritage fortress is a global spice history icon located in the Banda Islands. Featuring a unique pentagonal shape and standing strong on a hill, the fortress offers spectacular panoramic views towards the Banda Volcano and the deep blue Banda Sea.
- Hours
- Setiap hari, 08:00 - 17:00
- Entry
- Rp 20.000 per orang
Duurstede Fortress
Central Maluku Regency · Maluku
Located in Saparua, this fortress is the site of the heroic battle of national hero Thomas Matulessy, or Kapitan Pattimura, against the Dutch in 1817. Today, the well-maintained ruins of the fortress serve as an open-air museum overlooking a tranquil bay.
- Hours
- Setiap hari, 08:00 - 17:00
- Entry
- Rp 10.000 per orang
Enu Dutch Fort Site
Aru Islands · Maluku
The remnants of this Dutch defense fort are important evidence of past spice and marine product trade routes. Visitors can see old stone structures now intertwined with forest tree roots, creating a mystical historical ambiance.
- Hours
- Setiap hari, 08:00 - 17:00
- Entry
- Sukarela
Fort Delft
Southwest Maluku · Maluku
This historical site, a legacy of the VOC, stands as a silent witness to the glory of the spice trade in the southern Maluku archipelago. The remnants of the fort on Saparua Island hold strong stories of diplomacy and colonialism from the past.
- Hours
- Setiap hari, 08:00 - 17:00
- Entry
- Sukarela
Geser Island
East Seram Regency · Maluku
This small island has a long history as a strategic spice trade center and cultural meeting point since the 19th century. With dense stilt settlements and small canals, Geser Island is often nicknamed the 'Venice of Maluku,' holding traces of past commercial glory.
- Hours
- 24 Jam
- Entry
- Gratis
Mini Palace Banda Naira
Central Maluku Regency · Maluku
This magnificent colonial-style building was once the official residence of the Dutch Governor-General before it was moved to Batavia. As a silent witness to the glory of the nutmeg monopoly, Istana Mini preserves classic architecture with large pillars that reflect Banda's past …
- Hours
- Setiap hari, 08:00 - 17:00
- Entry
- Sukarela / Donasi
Savanajaya Former Exile Site
Buru · Maluku
Savanajaya Village holds the dark historical memory of Indonesia as a settlement unit for political prisoners (Tapol) during the New Order era. Here, visitors can see the remnants of buildings and landscapes that were once cultivated by the prisoners, including the traces of writ…
- Hours
- Setiap hari, 08:00 - 16:00
- Entry
- Sukarela
Tomb of Mgr. Johannes Aerts and Colleagues
Southeast Maluku · Maluku
This historical site is the final resting place for Mgr. Johannes Aerts and MSC missionaries who became martyrs during the Japanese occupation in 1942. This location is a silent witness to the history of the spread of Catholicism and the struggle for humanity in the Kei Islands.
- Hours
- Setiap hari, 08:00 - 18:00
- Entry
- Gratis / Donasi
Victoria Fortress
Ambon City · Maluku
As the oldest fortress in Ambon, built by the Portuguese in 1575 and later taken over by the Dutch, this site is a silent witness to the history of colonialism in Maluku. Visitors can see the remnants of large cannons and sturdy architecture that once served as the VOC's center o…
- Hours
- Setiap hari, 08:00 - 17:00
- Entry
- Gratis (Izin diperlukan karena berada di kawasan militer)