2025 Tanjung Pinang Kota Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in October)

#bintanguide 🏝️ Penyengat Island – The Historic Heart of the Riau Archipelago 🇮🇩 📍Location: Just off Tanjung Pinang, Bintan Island, Indonesia 🕰️ Opening Hours: Open daily (best time to visit: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) 💸 Ticket Price: Free entry; local boat ride around Rp 15,000–20,000 per person ✨ Highlights: Discover Penyengat Island, a small yet culturally significant island filled with Malay royal history and Islamic heritage 🌿. Once the home of the Riau-Lingga Sultanate, this island showcases beautiful colonial architecture, ancient tombs, and traditional Malay homes 🏡. Its star attraction is the Grand Mosque of Sultan Riau 💛 — a stunning structure painted in gold and green, built in the early 19th century using egg whites mixed into the plaster! Visit the royal complex, wander through quiet lanes, and enjoy the peaceful island atmosphere 🌴. A visit to Penyengat feels like walking through history — serene, spiritual, and deeply rooted in Malay culture ❤️. 🚤 How to Reach: Only a 10-minute boat ride from Tanjung Pinang Jetty, with boats available throughout the day ⛴️ 📸 Tip: Rent a bike to explore the island comfortably and capture its charming heritage spots 🚲📸 #PenyengatIsland #BintanHistory #MalayHeritage #ExploreIndonesia #CulturalJourney #IslandOfLegends

#bintanguide 🏝️ Penyengat Island – The Cultural Jewel of Bintan 🇮🇩 📍Location: Off the coast of Tanjung Pinang, Bintan Island, Indonesia 🕰️ Opening Hours: Open daily (best visited 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) 💸 Ticket Price: Free entry; small boat fare (around Rp 10,000–20,000 per person) ✨ Highlights: Step back in time at Penyengat Island, a small yet historically rich island that was once the royal seat of the Malay Sultanate of Riau-Lingga 👑. Just a short boat ride from Tanjung Pinang, this island is a treasure trove of Malay culture, Islamic heritage, and colonial history 📜. Visit the Grand Mosque of Sultan Riau 💛 — famous for its golden domes and walls said to be built using egg whites as a bonding agent! Explore ancient royal tombs, old palaces, and traditional Malay houses surrounded by peaceful island scenery 🌴. The calm atmosphere, friendly locals, and deep cultural roots make Penyengat a must-visit for history and culture lovers ❤️. 🚤 How to Reach: Take a 10-minute boat ride from Tanjung Pinang jetty. Boats are available throughout the day ⛴️ 📸 Tip: Wear light clothing and bring a hat — exploring the island on foot or by rented bike gives the best experience 🚲🌞 #PenyengatIsland #BintanCulture #HistoricIndonesia #MalayHeritage #ExploreBintan #IslandAdventure

Coffee quality consistent, service was prompt and friendly. Moroccan breakfast was the usual above average level. The food was delicious however limited choices for coffee. The espresso was okay but probably bcos ive tasted other better. Not much pastries when i came ard 11 am and the cheese cake was not up to my expectation. Pistachio lemon cake was a delight to complete the breakfast. Plenty of sockets and good wifi for the workaholics to spend their day. Be considerate to our diners though and give up your seats if it’s getting crowded. #bintanguide#couplestrip