Padang

Padang is the capital city of West Sumatra, Indonesia.

Padang Halal Explorer

Padang and the capital of the province of West Sumatra, is mostly used by tourists as an access point to Bungus Bay and the surfing sites of the Mentawai Islands and the inland hills of Bukittinggi, and the Kerinci Seblat National Park.

The city is very pleasant with a nice promenade along the beach, distinctive Padang architecture and wonderfully friendly people. The city is also the home of the delicious Padang food and the town is stuffed with restaurants and street stalls. The locally available guidebook 'Sozzie Sumatra' can be referred to on arrival for upcoming local events and a current 'what to do' section.

Travel to Padang

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Padang

Minangkabau International Airport GPS -0.7866,100.2856 (IATA Flight Code: PDG), located 23 kilometers north-west of Padang, is the main gateway to West Sumatra, with frequent Flights to destinations throughout Sumatra and Java (such as Garuda-Indonesia, Sriwijaya Air, Lion Air, CitiLink, and Wings Air), and to Kuala Lumpur (AirAsia). Direct connecting Flights to and from Padang are available from:

Domestic

• Jakarta
• Batam
• Medan
• Bandung
• Surabaya
• Bengkulu

International

• Kuala Lumpur

From the airport and the cheapest way to get into the city is by Minangkabau Express Airport Train, for a fare of Rp 20,000 per person (2023), departs only every 2 to 2.5 hours, due to the single-track railway operation.

Damri bus also connects the airport with the city for a fare of Rp 65,000 per person (2022). Its route passes by the major hotels in Padang. The first bus departs the city at 04:30 and the last bus, 18:00. The trip takes 45 minutes.

Taxis and rental cars are also available at the airport.

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in Padang

Rail transport to Padang are limited and the only passenger trains running is a service from Pariaman and Padang Panjang several times per day. This connection can be quite useful if traveling from Jakarta overland. The main station is Stasiun Padang GPS -0.941860,100.373688, located just off Jl. Dalam Gadung road.

How to get around in Padang

Crazily-decorated angkots run along the two primary streets. Prices for a trip are roughly Rp 6,000. You can get taxis from the Minangkabau International Airport to town for less than Rp 70,000 if you speak the language.

If you are obviously foreign, Minang people are well known to be good business people and are quite skilled at making you pay a few extra thousand rupiahs. But don't bother squabbling over 50 cents here or there.

There are several alternatives that you can choose for transportation in Padang, such as bus kota (for city bus transportation), angkutan kota (for transportation in the city), taxi, and vehicle rental. Most public transportation is not safe and clean by international standards. During rush hour and the buses are overcrowded. Be careful with your valuables, although pickpocketing is very rare.

If you're looking to spend a few days in Padang, vehicle rental is the preferred way to go around. All vehicle rentals include the driver, who can also act as your guide. It's not recommended for tourists to self-drive, because road signs are not followed by the local residents and courtesy while driving is virtually nonexistent in Indonesia.

If you need a taxi, Argo, Blue Bird Taxi and Grab Taxi apps can be downloaded for free. Fill the departure and arrival points and Google Maps will show the map and the taxis and also estimate the cost in a range. Taxis arrive within 5 minutes after being summoned. Only qualified taxis and qualified drivers can join the apps. The service is available in Bukittinggi and Payakumbuh as well.

• Jacktour Padang Car Rental - Padang and Bukittinggi vehicle rental services.

• CV Budi Jaya | Car rental: Innova, Avanza, Kijang, Panther, Xenia, APV, Altis, tour bus.

• Padang Rent Car - They provide cars for rent and tout their experience, affordable price and good service.

What to see in Padang

• Museum Adityawarman - State-run museum exploring regional history & culture in a traditional spire-roofed building.

• Pantai Air Manis - Sweet Water Beach | It is most famed for Batu Malin Kundang (Stone of Malin Kundang), a stone shaped like a prostrating man. According to local legend, this stone is Malin Kundang and the ungrateful son who disowned his poor mother after coming home as a rich man from his travels. His mother cursed him into stone, as well as the remains of his ship, which can also be seen near his stone. There is a tidal island from the beach here, with nice clean (by Indonesian standards) water and sand.

• Grand Mosque of West Sumatra - Mesjid Raya Sumatera Barat | A new modern large mosque that is built with Minangkabau architecture.

• The Great Mosque of Ganting - Mesjid Raya Ganting | It is the oldest mosque in Padang and one of the oldest in Indonesia.

• Pantai Padang (Padang Beach). You can ride the bendi (a horse-drawn carriage) along the beach, and stop by the rows of shops to eat some rujak as you watch the waves.

• Siti Nurbaya Bridge - Jembatan Siti Nurbaya | a beautiful bridge especially at night. Siti Nurbaya is the eponymous character in a classical literary novel.

• You go down the south of Teluk Bayur, up and through steep hills (don't try to take a bus and there is an Angkot that goes all the way).

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Padang

Relaxing is the main thing to do here. This is a mainly administrative city. Honestly and there isn't too much to do downtown. But if you go uptown, some interesting spots await to be explored. These include Sikuai Island", Lubuk Minturun river' (a 'natural jacuzzi') and Bungus Bay (crystal water river), all in southern Padang.

Surfing

• Pantai Air Manis (Sweet Water Beach) This a very good surf spot fort beginners with a beach break and not to big waves. It is working during low season, too, but waves can be inconsistent.

A few options for renting surfboards along the beach. Price around Rp 70,000/per board/per day

Direction: Angkot from the market to the beach, fare Rp 7000, last trip at 17:00.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Padang

There are a lot of stores on the side of the road, much like anywhere else in Indonesia. There are two malls, Minang Plaza, which is smaller and better for your more supermarket and basic clothing needs. There is a bit of Western Food at Plaza Andalas in the form of Papa Ron's Pizza.

Shopping at Andalas is a little bit better, but at this point in time and the malls are more downscale, mainly local products and local shops. No big retailers here. Brand names aren't really easy to find. You could find a few surfing items at Andalas plaza - but that's about it.

There is a Gramedia across the road from Andalas Plaza also.

• Ramayana - Plaza Andalas Shopping neighborhood, locally famous. Great bargains can be picked up here.

• Basko Grand Mall KFC, Pizzas Hut, J.CO, Bread Talk, Matahari, Solaria, Foodmart, etc.

Halal Restaurants in Padang

Padang is famed throughout Indonesia for spicy Padang food (masakan Padang). Ordering at a Padang restaurant couldn't be easier: just sit down at a table, and watch the dishes pile up. Eat what you like, as you'll only pay for dishes you've actually consumed. Famous dishes include:

• rendang sapi, spicy curried beef cooked until the Sauce is dry.
• soto padang, crispy beef in spicy soup
• ayam pop, fried Chicken that has been cooked in broth of coconut juice
• sate, beef satay in Curries Sauces, served with ketupat (rice dumplings)

Padang dishes can use rather unusual ingredients though, including internal organs like hearts, lungs and even brains. All Padang dishes are Halal, due to the Islamic roots of Minang people.

• Lamun Ombak Padang foods.

• Sederhana - Padang foods. A national chain restaurant.

Along Jl. A Yani, you can find a few international fast food chain restaurants, including Pizza Hut, KFC, and McDonald's (Please do not support McDonald's as McDonald's supports Israel. Shun this restaurant group and go for altertative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned restaurant).

• Waroenk Kito Asian foods. The menu is intensive. Has indoor and outdoor seatings.

Local delicacies

• Rohana Kudus One of the favorite places to buy Snacks to bring home as gifts, including the snack the area is famed for, Kripik Balado or Kripik Sanjay.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Padang

Padang - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Padang, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Padang. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Padang and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Padang. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Padang. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inPadang: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Padang.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Padang: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Padang, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Padang.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Padang, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Padang, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Padang and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Padang, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Padang, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Padang without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Padang is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Padang.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

There are many type of accommodations that can be chosen by people if they are in Padang. Such as:

• Mercure Padang Hotel

Stay Safe

Padang lies right on a fault line and is frequently hit by earthquakes. The last one, in September 2009, killed over 1,100 people, and destroyed many buildings.

Travel Next

• Bukittinggi : Rp 160,000, 2 hours.
• Bungus Bay : Rp 120,000, 1 hour.
• Kerinci Seblat National Park - one of the largest in Indonesia
• Mentawai Islands - surfer paradise
• [[Nagari Sungai Pinang]]
• Padang Panjang
• Lake Toba : catch a bus from the A.L.S. bus station (5 kilometers from the downtown) to Parapat overnight, from Rp 220,000 to Rp 600,000. There is one leaving at 14:00.
• Medan : catch an overnight bus from the A.L.S. bus station (5 kilometers from the downtown), from Rp 220,000 to Rp 600,000. There is one leaving at 14:00.

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