Beach near Medan, Indonesia

Medan Travel Guide

Indonesia

Medan is a major city in northern Sumatra, Indonesia, with a population of 2,439,054. It is one of the country’s principal urban centres and a practical base for exploring the surrounding region.

Most visitors arrive through Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO). Soewondo Air Force Base (MES) also serves the city. There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres of Medan, so beach trips require travelling farther afield.

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Local time

2,439,054

Population

6,400 miles away

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Weather in Medan

Mon

35°

Tue

32°

Wed

33°

Know before you go

Pays in IDR

Plug type Type C & Type F (UK adapter needed)

Emergency 112

Dial code +62

Tipping: Tipping is not as widespread or expected in Indonesia as it is in some Western countries, but it is becoming more common, especially in tourist areas and for good service.

Best time to visit Medan

Jan

29°29

Feb

30°25

Mar

30°28

Apr

31°28

May

31°28

Jun

31°25

Jul

32°22

Aug

30°29

Sep

30°29

Oct

30°29

Nov

29°30

Dec

29°29

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Things to do in Medan

  1. Museum Negeri Sumatera Utara

    history museum

    4.3 km

  2. Vihara Gunung Timur

    buddhist place of worship

    2 km

  3. Museum Uang Sumatera

    history museum

    1.9 km

  4. GPIB Immanuel Medan

    christian place of worship

    1.6 km

  5. Museum Perkebunan Indonesia

    museum

    4.7 km

  6. Raz Museum and Gallery

    museum

    4.4 km

  7. Museum Perjuangan TNI

    museum

    1.3 km

  8. Taman Beringin

    park

    2.1 km

Getting there

Kuala Namu International Airport · 23.4 km

Soewondo Air Force Base · 3.3 km

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