i Lembang
Kabupaten Bandung Barat · Indonesia
Lembang is a town and an administrative district (kecamatan) of West Bandung Regency in the province of West Java on Java, Indonesia. The town has about 14,000 inhabitants. The population of the Lembang District was 173,350 at the 2010 Census and 197,640 at the 2020 Census; the official estimate as at mid 2024 was 209,084 and the land area was 98.22 km2. The district is sub-divided into sixteen administrative villages (desa), all sharing the post code of 40391.
Read moreThe best months to visit are July–September.
September is the hottest month, with highs around 22°C (72°F).
August is the coldest month, with lows around 12°C (54°F).
The wettest month is December, with rain on about 20 days.
August is the sunniest month, with about 7.8 hours of sunshine a day.
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Best time to visit Lembang
Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 21° | 21° | 21° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 21° |
| Average low | 14° | 14° | 14° | 14° | 14° | 13° | 13° | 12° | 13° | 13° | 14° | 14° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 369 | 326 | 346 | 304 | 212 | 95 | 77 | 67 | 86 | 193 | 291 | 356 |
| Rain days | 19 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 11 | 14 | 19 | 20 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 5.1 | 5.8 | 5.8 | 6.5 | 6.6 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 7 | 6.4 | 5.9 | 6 |
| Daylight (h) | 12.5 | 12.3 | 12.2 | 12 | 11.8 | 11.7 | 11.8 | 11.9 | 12.1 | 12.3 | 12.4 | 12.5 |
| Humidity (%) | 84 | 83 | 83 | 83 | 83 | 80 | 78 | 76 | 76 | 77 | 81 | 82 |
| Wind (km/h) | 11 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 10 |
| Go score | 60 | 66 | 65 | 68 | 73 | 79 | 84 | 85 | 82 | 75 | 65 | 64 |
The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.
Lembang: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Lembang travel guide
What to see, do, eat and where to stay — from an open, community-written travel guide.
Lembang is a town and district in the Parahyangan mountain region of Western Java, Indonesia. The town is located in the mountains north of Bandung.
Administratively, Lembang is a district in West Bandung regency. The town of Lembang is located about 1,500 m above sea level, on the southern slope of the active Tangkuban Perahu volcano. Because of its altitude, the weather in Lembang is noticeably cooler than in the nearby city of Bandung. Bandung's city centre is about 15 km south of Lembang.
Lembang is about 15 km north of the city centre of Bandung. The main road from Bandung to Lembang is Jl. Setiabudi, of which the name changes to Jl. Raya Lembang as soon as crossing the city border. Also from most other places, such as from Jakarta, the easiest way to get to Lembang is via Bandung. There is also a trunk road to Lembang from the north, from Subang via Ciater. Travel time from Bandung to Lembang is around 2 hours of driving; more on weekends and national holidays. The easiest way to get to Lembang by public transport is by taking an angkot (public minivan) from Bandung on the route Stasiun Hall-Lembang. This route runs from Bandungs central railway station via Ledeng bus terminal (Northwest Bandung) to Lembang. From Ledeng bus terminal, you can also take an elf (a slightly larger type of public minivan) to Subang, via Lembang and Ciater.
By car Using your own car or renting a car is probably the easiest and the most convenient way to travel to Lembang from Bandung. If you don't have a valid driving license, then you can also rent a car with a chauffeur, which is very common for western travelers. Rental cars are available from numerous outlets, including major international brands. By online ride-hailing apps Online taxis such as Grab are available in Lembang, but only in limited streets, along Jalan Setiabudhi, Jalan Raya Lembang and Jalan Pasir Ipis up to Panorama Lembang Market. The trip can be made in one day due to most of the tourists sites are located in this area (see 'Do' section). There are no online taxis in Maribaya and Tangkuban Perahu area. Most online taxis will certainly be pleased to drop you in Lembang, typically between Rp40,000 - Rp 80,000, with minimum tariff Rp15,000.
Reservation must be made 1 month before. Bosscha is closed on national holidays, Sunday and Monday. Day visit at 09:00, 12:00 (except Friday at 13:00) and 15:00. Public night (17:00-19:30), between April–October, with some presentations and demos. Ask there for a specific date as this public night is open at the 7th & 8th of the lunar month. Special visits can be arranged, subject to availability.
Built in 1923 by Nederlandsch-Indische Sterrekundige Vereeniging (Association of Dutch-Indies Astronomers), this is the only observatory in Indonesia. It is now part of the Dept. of Astronomy, Institute Technology Bandung. To visit there, ask the department administration first for a reservation.
Resembles Keukenhof, the tulip park in Lisse, the Netherlands, with many colourful flowers.
The most well known mountain in Bandung. Called so because it resembles a capsized boat from a distance. There are three craters, the main crater Ratu, the secondary Upas right next to it, and the small Domas 20 minutes away downhill on foot from the two craters.
Theme park with European-style buildings.
Do outbund activities such as riding flying fox, rope bridge walking, and playing paintball.
Ride on hot air balloon, zip bike, hang glider, sky swing, and sky tree.
Souvenirs from Bosscha Observatory, such as zodiac constellation pin and even an observatory miniature.
Sundanese food. You eat at a hut in the middle of valley near a small waterfall and river. At night it's really amazing to walk along candlelit pathways. Eating out really means eating out here. The atmosphere here is enchanting and magical.
Known for the sate kelinci or rabbit satay (skewers), the restaurant also has a few other dishes including chicken satay and goat satay, as well as fried noodles and rice.
Lembang is known in Indonesia for its milk production, and many shops, roadside stalls, and cafés in and around the town sell susu segar Lembang (fresh milk from Lembang).
One of the famous milk cafés in Lembang, selling also yoghurt, ice cream, pastries, etc.
Well-known hotel established during the colonial time in 1916. With swimming pool, tennis court, and football field.
3-stars hotel. Near Indomaret and near sticky rice food stalls and other cheap and moderate food prices.
Volcanic hot spring resorts near Lembang can be found in Ciater, on the other side of the Tangkuban Perahu volcano. Another volcanic attraction in the region of Bandung is the Kawah Putih (White Crater) near the town of Ciwidey.
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Lembang: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 127 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the left
Indonesian Rupiah
IDR · Rp
1 USD ≈ 17,944.5 IDR
- Languages
- Indonesian
- Calling code
- +62
- Meal, casual restaurantIDR 136,400≈ $7.60
- CappuccinoIDR 37,000≈ $2.10
- Beer (0.5 l)IDR 52,300≈ $2.90
- Bottled water (1.5 l)IDR 17,250≈ $1.00
- Taxi, 5 kmIDR 93,500≈ $5.20
- Public transport ticketIDR 18,000≈ $1.00
- Mid-range hotel, per nightIDR 1,295,450≈ $72.00
Estimated from Indonesia’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 31% of US levels.
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
46 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.5 (1985).
How to get to Lembang
Nearest airports
- BDOHusein Sastranegara International AirportBandung11 km
- KJTKertajati International AirportKertajati63 km
- HLPHalim Perdanakusuma International AirportJakarta101 km
- CGKSoekarno-Hatta International AirportJakarta131 km
- CJNNusawiru AirportCijulang139 km
Distances
- Jakarta108 km 1 h 52
- Surabaya569 km 9 h 51 · 1 h 23
- Bekasi94 km 1 h 38
- Medan1,524 km 26 h 25 · 2 h 36
- Depok99 km 1 h 43
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Hotels in Lembang
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Wildlife around here
The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Lembang?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Lembang is July–September.
What is the weather like in Lembang in October?
In October, Lembang averages a high of 22°C (72°F) and a low of 13°C (56°F), with 193 mm of rain on about 14 days.
What is the rainiest month in Lembang?
December, with rain on about 20 days.
What is the nearest airport to Lembang?
Halim Perdanakusuma International Airport (HLP), about 101 km away.
What power plugs are used in Indonesia?
Plug types C, F, 127 V.
What currency is used in Indonesia?
Indonesian Rupiah (IDR).
What is the emergency number in Indonesia?
112.
Is Indonesia safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Lembang most crowded?
The busiest months are July–August.
When is Lembang least crowded?
The quietest months are December–January.
When is the best time to visit Lembang without the crowds?
May and October: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Lembang in?
Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).
What is the population of Lembang?
About 183,130.