Gramedia
Gramedia is the largest bookstore chain in Indonesia, offering a wide selection of books, stationery, and educational materials.
Website: www.gramedia.com
Address: Multiple locations across Jakarta
Toko Buku Aksara
Aksara is a boutique bookstore that provides a curated selection of books, lifestyle products, and a cozy atmosphere for book lovers.
Website: www.aksara.com
Address: Jl. Kemang Raya No.8B, Jakarta 12730
Books & Beyond
Books & Beyond is a modern bookstore offering a variety of books, magazines, and educational resources, often hosting events and book signings.
Website: www.booksbeyond.co.id
Address: Multiple locations, including malls across Jakarta
Kinokuniya
Kinokuniya is a Japanese bookstore chain known for its extensive collection of books in English, Japanese, and Indonesian, as well as stationery and gifts.
Website: www.kinokuniya.co.id
Address: Plaza Senayan, Jl. Asia Afrika No.8, Jakarta 10270
Periplus
Periplus is a bookstore chain specializing in English-language books, including bestsellers, children’s books, and travel guides.
Website: www.periplus.com
Address: Multiple locations, including airports and malls in Jakarta
Perpustakaan Nasional Republik Indonesia (National Library of Indonesia)
The National Library of Indonesia is the largest library in Indonesia, housing a vast collection of books, manuscripts, and digital resources.
Website: www.perpusnas.go.id
Address: Jl. Medan Merdeka Selatan No.11, Jakarta 10110
Perpustakaan Daerah Provinsi DKI Jakarta (Jakarta Provincial Public Library)
This public library offers a wide range of books and reading materials for the public, with a focus on local culture and education.
Website: www.perpustakaan.jakarta.go.id
Address: Jl. Cikini Raya No.73, Jakarta 10330
Goethe-Institut Indonesien Library
The Goethe-Institut library supports cultural exchange by offering a collection of German-language books, films, and other media.
Website: www.goethe.de/ins/id/id/sta/jak/bib.html
Address: Jl. Sam Ratulangi No.9-15, Jakarta 10350
British Council Indonesia Foundation Library
This library by the British Council provides a range of English-language books, educational resources, and cultural programs.
Website: www.britishcouncil.id/en/english/library
Address: Lotte Shopping Avenue, Lantai 4, Jl. Prof. Dr. Satrio Kav. 3-5, Jakarta 12940
Erasmus Huis Library
The Erasmus Huis library is part of the Dutch cultural center, offering a collection of Dutch literature, books about the Netherlands, and language resources.
Website: www.netherlandsandyou.nl/your-country-and-the-netherlands/indonesia/about-us/erasmus-huis-jakarta
Address: Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said Kav. S-3, Jakarta 12950