Makassar accommodation from AU$59

What to Do in Makassar

You can brush up on your Makassarese history by checking out Fort Rotterdam for some cool Dutch buildings, La Galigo museum, and the remains of a Gowanese fort. For a different cultural look, head to Masjid Amirul Mukminin, the floating mosque. It’s actually just on a pier, but it’s gorgeous all the same.

Stay at Makassar hotels near the food stalls at Laguna at Losari Beach and sample island favourites like Pisang epe (grilled banana and brown sugar), Nyuk Nyang (Chinese-style meatballs), or Sop Saudara (traditional South Sulawesi soup).

And what about those even smaller islands of Pulau Khayangan and Pulau Samalona—great for both catching fish and watching fish (with a fishing pole and through a snorkel mask, respectively). And after a long day of making friends with the local sea life (or eating it, if that’s how you roll), head back to your accommodation in Makassar to kick back and relax.

Getting To & Around Makassar

Touch down at Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG). Catch a bus, hail a taxi or pick up the wheels you rented right here on Wotif and travel the quick 20 km west to Makassar.

Ready for your Indonesian getaway? Create your own island-hopping holiday by adding Bali accommodation to your Wotif bookings. It’s as easy as Pisang epe.