Top 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 of the best historical sites curated by the GeoKepo editorial team, 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. The list is ranked alphabetically — pick the ones that match your trip plan.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Situs Perahu Batu Sangliat Dol
Tanimbar Islands · Maluku
Located in Sangliat Dol Village, this megalithic site features a large stone structure resembling a boat, built as a symbol of reverence for ancestors and a center for customary rituals. Its existence reflects the deep seafaring philosophy of the Tanimbar people and is one of Mal…
- Hours
- Setiap hari, 24 jam
- Entry
- Donasi sukarela / Biaya pemandu lokal
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