10 Places to visit in Aceh

Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam or better known as Aceh is a province at the tip of Sumatra Island. This province has great natural beauty, ranging from the coast to the mountains. After the damage caused by the tsunami in 2004 in most places of tourism, Aceh back up and organize the tourism sector.


Below are 10 places to visit in Aceh

  • First, Baiturrahman Mosque
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Baiturrahman Mosque

The mosque was built by Sultan Iskandar Muda in the year 1612 has become an icon of Aceh. The main building of the mosque are white with dome large black surrounded by seven towers. The impression of the majestic increasingly felt with the presence of a large pond and a water fountain in the front of the mosque such as the Taj Mahal in India.

The mosque became a place of religious tourism in Aceh is much visited because of its beauty. The site the Huffington Post enter Masjid Raya Baiturrahman in the list of 100 the most beautiful mosques in the world, this mosque is as one of the 10 the most beautiful mosques in the world. this became the pride of the citizens of Aceh and Indonesia.

If you want to buy souvenirs, You can come to the Market in Aceh which is located behind the mosque. Once satisfied around, You can enjoy a culinary tour because there are many sellers of food in this market.

  • Second, Blang Waterfall
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Blang Waterfall

These natural attractions not to be missed. Waterfall Blang is located in the Sidomulyo Village, North Aceh and can be reached within 30 minutes from Lhokseumawe.

Here, You can see the twin waterfalls with a height of 75 meters which is surrounded by shady trees. Around the waterfall, there are many people who play in the water, soaking in a reservoir of the waterfall or just relax on the shore. If You want to feel a different experience, try coming up with a bring the field of camping. In Blang Waterfall  , You can camp and enjoy the outdoors with a charge of Rp 5,000 for per person.

Tourist attractions in Aceh is not only offer its natural beauty, but also offers a cheap price. You simply pay the 2,500 Dollars per person to get in and prove the beauty of the Waterfall Blang .

  • Third, Suhom Waterfall 
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Suhom Waterfall

The Waterfall is located in the Village of Suhom, Kecamatan Lhoong, Aceh besar. To be able to reach this place, You have to pass through the streets heaving with views of the mountains of Paro and Kulu. In the middle of the journey, don't be surprised when seeing many monkeys loitering on the road. These monkeys usually ask for fruits or other snacks on road users passing by.

Waterfalls as high as 50 meters is divided into three levels, but You are not allowed to rise towards levels two and three for safety reasons due to the presence of the power plant high voltage.

Even so, the tourist attractions in Aceh it still presents magnificent scenery. You can swim in the lake as deep as two meters below the waterfall or accompany the children to play water in the swimming pool. Don't want to play in the water? Please relax in the gazebo that has been provided while enjoying food and drink in the vicinity of the waterfall
  • Forth, Lampuk Beach
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Lampuk Beach Aceh

Aceh has many beautiful beaches because in Aceh there are also many beaches with stunning views. One of the great beaches that can be relied upon is the Beach Lampuuk. This beach is also called as the Kuta Beach in Aceh.

Lampuuk beach has a coastline of 5 km length from south to north with soft white sand and coral cliffs at the far end of the beach. A lot of activities that You can do in this beach ranging from surfing, sunbathing, swimming and also play banana boat.

One of the more interesting activities You can do in place of this tour is to see the conservation efforts of sea turtles. You can join the fun and hatchlings into the sea. Exciting, yes? A holiday at the same time preserving nature.

If not satisfied to enjoy the Beach Lampuuk in a day, You can stay in the cottages in the beach area. In addition to longer enjoy the beauty of this beach, You can also satisfy the stomach with a variety of seafood in the stalls around the beach.

Lampuuk beach located in the Village of Meunasah Mosque, Lhoknga, Aceh besar. The price of admission is 3,000 Rupiah.


  • Fifth, Lhoknga Beach
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Lhoknga Beach

Lhoknga beach is located not far from the Beach Lampuk. This place is about 20 km from Banda Aceh. Here, You can relax under the shady trees or play beach volleyball in the sand is wide and gently sloping.

If relaxing and sunbathing on the beach is still less fun for You, try surfing in the sea. Lhoknga beach has waves with a height of 1.5 – 2 meters which is suitable for this sport.

As noon, do not go home first. Don't miss the sunset views are beautiful on this beach. Tourist attractions in Aceh is more crowded in the afternoon, many came to see the view of the sun setting with sit relax and enjoy the grilled corn.
  • Sixth, Ulee Lheu Beach
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Ulee Lheu Beach

It is only 3 km from the city center of Banda Aceh, precisely in the District of Meuraxa.

The most popular activities in this beach is fishing. If You forget to bring a fishing pole, don't worry because there are that sell them around the beach. Don't like fishing? You can also rent a fishing boat to sail in the sea or sit and relax on the beach enjoying the grilled corn. From the beach, You could see a row of mountains across which adds to the beauty of the Beach of Ulee Lheue.
  • Seventh, Rubiah Island
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Rubiah Island Aceh

Rubiah island located at Sabang, precisely in the northwest of the Island of Weh. The name Rubiah itself is taken from the name written on a tombstone in the island.

Tourist attractions in Aceh is famous for its underwater natural beauty. At least 14 of the 15 marine life that is protected in Indonesia in here. Prepare the diving equipment and snorkeling You and please swim with a variety of tropical fish and play colorful corals. If you forget to bring your snorkeling equipment, You can lease it with price of only Rp.40,000 so You can use your all day here.
  • Eight, Visit Kuala Merisi
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Visit Kuala Merisi

Kuala Merisi is the right place to enjoy the beach with a quiet atmosphere and tranquility. Tourist attractions in Ketapang Village, sub-District of Krueng Sabee, it has a long coastline with small waves suitable for playing water on the ledges.

Please sit back on top of Your mat and enjoy the sea waves and breeze of the beach. Not infrequently the tourist attractions in Aceh was made a location for surfing because the waves are suitable for water sports.

In addition, this beach also has other supporting facilities such as a bathroom and a row of food stalls.
  • Nineth,Tsunami Museum
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Aceh Tsunami Museum

The Tsunami ever struck Aceh in 2004, leaving suffering for the residents of Aceh who survived. To the memory of at once honoring the victims died, built a Tsunami Museum in Jalan Sultan Iskandar Muda in the year 2009.

Inside the museum, there is a long hallway with the sound of the roar of the waves and the running water will remind You of the great disaster. Tourist attractions in Aceh is visited by many tourists who want to see what's left of the tsunami waves. Many of the objects the rest of the disaster are on display such as the bike belonged to the victim. In addition to the rest of the tsunami, there is a photo of the victims died and the story testimony of the survivors is also a tool electronic simulation of the earthquake.

This Museum was built as an educational center and shelter if a tsunami came back.
  • Tenth, Eggplant Beach
Eggplant Beach Aceh

Eggplant Beach  is a hill which used to see the beauty of Central Aceh from the top. This tourist spot located at an altitude of 1830 meters above the sea level. Don't forget to bring a jacket and warm clothes because the air is quite cold.

From the Eggplant beach You can see the Lake Laut Tawar which resemble a giant cauldron. Here, You can also enjoy the view of the sunrise and sunset are very beautiful. So, prepare your camera and capture this moment.