Padang, Indonesia Travel Guide

Attractions - Padang Beach: Located on the coast of the Indian Ocean, this beach is a great place to relax and unwind with its blue sea, blue sky, and fine sand. In the evening, you can enjoy a beautiful sunset here. - Adityawarman Museum: An important window into Minangkabau culture, this museum displays traditional costumes, handicrafts, and more. Admission is less than CNY 2. - West Sumatra Grand Mosque: The largest mosque in the area, this mosque combines traditional Minangkabau architectural styles with a unique exterior that is worth seeing. - Bukittinggi: Located more than 90 km from Padang, this is a tourist city with attractions such as a clock tower built in 1926, the former residence of Indonesia's first vice president, a canyon, and an air-raid shelter. Food - Padang Cuisine: Spicy and served quickly, Padang cuisine is mainly fried and often seasoned with spices such as chili peppers. Dishes such as Padang beef and curry fish are eaten by hand and have a unique flavor. - Seafood: Local seafood is fresh and affordable. The lobster and crab at Apollo Chinese Restaurant are worth a try. Accommodation - Batang Arau Homestay: Located 22 km from Minangkabau International Airport and 3 km from Tabing Railway Station, this homestay offers convenient transportation and airport transfer services. - Wisma Mutiara Hotel: Located 21 km from the airport and 3 km from the railway station, this hotel has complete facilities nearby. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and room service is available. Transportation Minangkabau International Airport is about 23 km from downtown Padang. You can take a taxi to the city center. In the city, you can choose from taxis, tricycles, and other means of transportation.