The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Nusantara (MACAN) is Jakarta's first museum specializing in modern art with unusual exhibits. It challenges traditional perceptions of art by hosting bizarre and interactive installations. You might find an entire room transformed into a kaleidoscope experience here.

This museum specializes in traditional Javanese puppetry, including some very unusual puppets that you can't find elsewhere. The attraction solves the challenge of preserving this unique art form and lets visitors experience it first-hand. Ghost stories linger, claiming some puppets are haunted.

Although primarily a cultural park, it features an unusual collection of scaled-down models of famous Indonesian landmarks. It allows visitors to traverse the entire country in a day, challenging the limits of space and time. The collection includes a quirky yet educational traditional houses section.

Nicknamed the "Chicken Church," this unusual building is shaped like a giant chicken. Located on the hills of Magelang, it serves multiple purposes like a prayer house and a rehab center, which solve the challenges of both spiritual seeking and social outreach. Despite its odd appearance, the views from the top are stunning.

This museum dwells on the supernatural with displays of ghost and mystic tales from Indonesian folklore. It dares visitors to explore haunted tales and eerie artifacts, solving the challenge of rediscovering Indonesian folklore's scary side. It's not for the faint-hearted.

This is not a typical historical tour; it takes you beneath the streets of Jakarta to explore its forgotten underground tunnels. It addresses the challenge of neglected history by bringing attention to colonial-era structures. The experience is both educational and slightly thrilling.

Dedicated to kites, this museum showcases an unusual array of traditional and contemporary Indonesian kites. It solves the challenge of keeping this ancient pastime alive in a modern city. Visitors can even create their kites during interactive workshops.

This open-air market is Jakarta's treasure trove of antiques and oddities. It addresses the difficulty antique seekers face in finding one-of-a-kind items. With everything from vintage cameras to traditional masks, it promises a unique shopping experience.

This museum offers an unusual exploration of Indonesia’s textile heritage, displaying rare and intricate batik patterns. It serves the challenge of preserving this traditional craft in an increasingly industrial world. Unique workshops allow you to try your hand at making your own batik.

This area provides an unusual look into the Betawi culture, which is indigenous to Jakarta. It tackles the challenge of urbanization overpowering local traditions. The floating houses and Betawi-style buildings are genuinely unique.

This teahouse offers more than just tea; it provides a peek into the multicultural history of Jakarta's Chinatown with its unusual tea heritage. It addresses the challenges faced by cultural blends in retaining their identity. Elegant tea ceremonies and periodic traditional performances enthrall guests.

Originally an art gallery, this historical building now houses a restaurant and art space featuring bizarre symbolic art. It solves gastronomy and art challenges by blending both into one venue. The peculiar combination of dining among sculptures and paintings provides a unique ambiance.

Unusual and rare, this club holds regular meet-ups to showcase mystical crafts and sleight of hand. Solves the challenge of finding a community for magic enthusiasts within the city. From street magic to grand illusions, the performances can baffle even skeptics.

Known for its modern approach, it holds unusual and interdisciplinary art exhibitions. It meets the challenge of engaging the community with contemporary art by breaking traditional boundaries. Experiences include interactive art and VR exhibits.

Known for their beauty, these are also home to some remarkably peculiar plants. They address environmental learning challenges by offering an expansive outdoor classroom. The gardens boast one of the largest collections of tropical plants globally, including some bizarrely-shaped ones.

This is an unusual museum that offers insights into human anatomy using life-sized models and interactive exhibits. It tackles the educational challenge of understanding the human body practically. Some sections can be unsettling, but it's also fascinating.

Despite being a museum, it holds an unusual place with its vast collection of stuffed animals. This peculiar exhibit addresses wildlife conservation issues differently, sparking discussions. Every mount is meticulously crafted to mimic animals in action.

A collection of over 4000 dolls, some with unnervingly realistic appearances, creates an unusual attraction. This tackles the challenge of preserving global doll-making traditions, showcasing dolls from across the globe. Avoid if you find dolls creepy!

It's not your ordinary museum; MOJA encourages visitors to touch, feel, and interact with the exhibits in bizarre and fun ways. The participation-focused experience addresses the challenge of static exhibits losing audience interest. Rooms feature unique themes like a mini roller rink.

While just a café, it's unusual in its execution, housed within one of the oldest buildings in Jakarta with a colonial setting. It solves the challenge of connecting modern visitors with Jakarta’s historical side. The antique feel and the tropical garden courtyard setting make dining a unique experience.