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Voykit pocket guide · Indonesia
Gresik
Visit Gresik as a half‑day stop from Surabaya – 4–6 h for the historic Giri Kedaton, a quick market bite and a stroll to the mall.
Gresik is a small industrial town on Java’s north coast, 20 km from Surabaya. Its main attractions – the 15th‑century Giri Kedaton complex, a few local food stalls and two malls – fit comfortably into a half‑day, making it a day‑trip side‑stop rather than a base.
- Country
- Indonesia
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- Avoid
- Nov–Mar (rainy season)
- Stay
- 0–1 (day‑trip) or 1 if you prefer a quiet night by the coast. nights
Checked 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change; anything marked (check) is not confirmed.
Essentials
- Currency
- IDR
- Money
- Rupiah (Rp) in small notes for warungs, parking, offerings and drivers; large cards are common in tourist restaurants but not everywhere.
- Daily spend
- Budget Rp70,000–120,000 excl. bed · Mid Rp120,000–250,000 excl. bed · High Rp250,000+ excl. bed (estimate; check)
- SIM and data
- Telkomsel, XL and Indosat sell tourist SIMs at airports; foreign phones must be IMEI-registered if staying over 90 days — check.
- Emergency
- Police 110 · Fire/ambulance 118/119 · General 112
- Plugs
- Types C, F · 230 V · 50 Hz · European round pins.
- Tipping
- Warung: Nothing.; Restaurants: Often 10% service + tax on the bill; nothing more needed.; Drivers and guides: Rp50,000–100,000 a day.; Spa: Rp20,000–50,000.
- Water
- Not drinkable from the tap; refill stations common in Bali.
- Toilets
- Western in hotels and cafés; squat toilets with a water scoop elsewhere; paper in the bin.
What things cost
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Kopi kopyok (local coffee) | Rp5,000–8,000 |
| Nasi Krawu (beef rice) | Rp12,000–18,000 |
| Sego Roomo (vegetable rice) | Rp10,000–15,000 |
| Bonggolan snack | Rp4,000–7,000 |
| Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km)) | Rp30,000–40,000 |
Desk estimates, checked 2026-09; check locally.
Get in
By air
- SUB · Juanda International Airport
- Main airport for Surabaya, about 20 km (12 mi) southeast of GresikMain airport for Surabaya, about 12 mi (20 km) southeast of Gresik
Typical fares
- Indro Station ↔ Surabaya (commuter)
- ≈ Rp15,000, 30 min (check)
- Angkot day pass
- ≈ Rp5,000 per person
Show 7 more sections and the pocket cardHideGet around, See and do, Sleep, Phrase card, Etiquette, safety and scams, One and two days, Sources, Pocket card
Get around
Angkot minibusses (lyn) run frequent routes; taxis and ride‑hailing are available. From Surabaya, take a commuter train to Indro Station (≈30 min) or a DAMRI bus from Juanda Airport (≈45 min).
See and do
Known for
- Giri Kedaton Islamic school complex
- Kolak ayam Ramadan tradition
- Local snacks like Jubung and Nasi Krawu
Day trips
| Where | How | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Bawean Island | Boat from Gresik harbor, about 2 h each way | ≈5 h total |
| Lamongan | Angkot or taxi, 30 min north | ≈1 h |
Sleep
- Aston Inn Gresik
- 3‑star, pool, close to Gress Mall; price from Rp430,000
- Hotel Santika Gresik
- Modern, pool view; price from Rp495,683
- KHAS Gresik Hotel
- Indoor pool; price from Rp311,753
Phrase card
| English | Say or show |
|---|---|
| Excuse me / Sorry | Maafma-fah |
| Thank you | Terima kasihtuh-ree-mah kah-see |
| How much is this? | Berapa harganya?buh-rah-pah har-gah-nyah? |
| Where is the toilet? | Di mana toilet?dee mah-nah toilet? |
Etiquette, safety and scams
Etiquette
- Greeting: Light handshake then hand to chest; smile; avoid: Firm grips
- Left hand: Give and receive with the right; avoid: Passing anything with the left
- Temples: Sarong and sash; step around offerings; avoid: Standing higher than priests
- Keeping calm: Patience; indirect requests; avoid: Anger in public
- Pointing: Thumb; avoid: Index finger
Scams and watch-outs
- Last commuter train departs around 22:00; plan return before then.
- Angkot fares are cash‑only; have small change.
- Check opening hours of Giri Kedaton; occasional religious closures.
Generally safe; stay alert to traffic when crossing streets and keep valuables secure in crowded markets.
One and two days
No timed day plan for Gresik yet. Suggested stay: 0–1 (day‑trip) or 1 if you prefer a quiet night by the coast. nights. Build a day from the list below, mornings for the big sight.
- Giri Kedaton Islamic school complex
- Kolak ayam Ramadan tradition
- Local snacks like Jubung and Nasi Krawu
Sources
Written by Voykit; facts cross-checked against these sources, last desk check 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change: check on the day.
- Gresik official tourism site: gresikkab.go.id/home
- Wikivoyage: Gresik, revision 5175381 (CC BY-SA 4.0): en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?oldid=5175381
Pocket card
Cut along the border and keep it in your wallet. Show the local-script lines to a driver.
Printed from Voykit (/gresik). Written by Voykit; checked 2026-09. Estimates only: confirm prices, hours and entry rules on the day.