Major city · Indonesia
Demak
Spend a half‑day visiting the Great Mosque and town square; add one night if you want local food and a relaxed pace.
Demak is a small Javanese town centered on the historic Great Mosque and Alun‑Alun; most sights fit in a few hours, but an overnight stay lets you sample its specialty dishes and explore nearby attractions.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- IDR
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Jan–Mar (rainy)
- Airport
- SRG
- Nights
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Rules in force · 6Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Indonesia ↗Buy the visa on arrival or e-visa only on the official Immigration portal; lookalike sites charge extra.
- Indonesia ↗Complete the All Indonesia digital arrival and customs form before landing; it is free.
- Indonesia ↗Foreign visitors to Bali pay a one-off tourist levy; keep the payment proof on your phone.
- Indonesia ↗Riding a motorbike needs a valid licence that covers motorbikes (an international permit alongside your own) and a helmet; check your insurance covers it.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Demak110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Demak, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Rupiah (Rp) in small notes for warungs, parking, offerings and drivers; large cards are common in tourist restaurants but not everywhere.Indonesia-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckTelkomsel, XL and Indosat sell tourist SIMs at airports; foreign phones must be IMEI-registered if staying over 90 days — check.Indonesia-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations common in Bali.Indonesia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Often 10% service + tax on the bill; nothing more needed.Indonesia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Indonesia-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for tourists; stay aware of traffic when crossing streets and keep valuables secure on buses.
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- RestroomsWestern in hotels and cafés; squat toilets with a water scoop elsewhere; paper in the bin.Indonesia-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 112 General · 113 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysBali shuts completely for Nyepi; government offices close Friday midday for prayer; Lebaran slows the country for two weeks.Indonesia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportSRG Achmad Yani International Airport (Semarang) (Main airport for Central Java, about 1 h by car to Demak).
- Getting aroundMotorbike‑hailing apps (Gojek) are the easiest; buses run from Terminal Bus Bintoro to major cities.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealLocal snack kerupuk catakRp5,000–10,000
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket to SemarangcheckRp30,000–45,000
- Budget bedBudget hotel or guesthouse, a night, per personRp150,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget Rp150,000 · Mid Rp250,000 · High Rp400,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SRG Achmad Yani International Airport (Semarang) (Main airport for Central Java, about 1 h by car to Demak)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
Best
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
May
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
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30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Jan–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jan (15 rain days), driest Jul (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Demak: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Apr
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
5 rd
Jul
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
4 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
7 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Motorbike‑hailing apps (Gojek) are the easiest; buses run from Terminal Bus Bintoro to major cities.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Semarang
goDoor to door: ≈1 h 30 min
Bus from Terminal Bus Bintoro, about 1 h 15 min
Capital of Central Java, offers museums and colonial architecture.
Kudus
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Bus or Gojek, about 30 min
Famous for kretek cigarettes and Sunan Kudus tomb.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Amantis Hotel
From Rp350,000 per night; central location near the Great Post Road.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- Rp150,000–250,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- Rp250,000–400,000 excl. bed
- High
- Rp400,000–600,000 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hotel or guesthouse1 × 1 night × Rp150,000 | Rp150,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × Rp150,000 | Rp150,000 |
| Bus Bintoro round‑trip to Semarang1 × Rp50,000 · check | Rp50,000 |
| Gojek ride (average 5 km)1 × Rp20,000 · check | Rp20,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | Rp37,000 |
| Trip total≈ Rp407,000 per person per day, bed included | Rp407,000≈ US$25 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Local snack kerupuk catak | Rp5,000–10,000 |
| Asem‑asem daging (sour beef soup) | Rp15,000–25,000 |
| Gojek ride (short trip) | Rp10,000–20,000 |
| Bus ticket to Semarangcheck | Rp30,000–45,000 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus schedules can change; check the terminal board before departure.
- Roads on the Great Post Road may be congested during peak hours.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- General
- 112
- Fire
- 113
- Ambulance
- 118
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Emergency
- Police110
- General112
- Ambulance118
Embassy
US consulate is in Surabaya; other embassies in Jakarta.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus Bintoro → Semarang (round‑trip): ≈ Rp40,000–55,000 total (check)
- Gojek 5 km ride: ≈ Rp15,000–25,000
Say or show
- Maaf — Excuse me / Sorry (maaf)
- Terima kasih — Thank you (terima kasih)
- Berapa harganya? — How much is it? (berapa harganya)
- Di mana toilet? — Where is the bathroom? (di mana toilet)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Demak. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Jan–Mar (rainy) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night at Amantis Hotel to try local dishes like asem‑asem daging and wedang pekak.
- Use Gojek for quick rides to the mosque and market.
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Demak
- secondaryWikivoyage: Demak, revision 5175019 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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