Bandung in Indonesia is just across Straits of Malacca and its so easily accessible nowadays with Airasia. I was there earlier this year to do what best in Bandung . Bandung was really a shopping paradise with so many factory outlets to let you shop till you drop.
The clothes sold in these factory outlets are seasonal. What is sold in these outlets depends on the supply from their distributors.
Among brands that you can find in Bandung are Louis Vuitton, Jean Paul Gaultier, Levis, Dockers, Hugo Boss, Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani, Crocodile, Calvin Klein, etc, etc, etc
Besides shopping, the food in Bandung was excellent. I would highly recommend ‘Kampung Daun’, ‘Dapurku’ and ‘The Valley’
Here is my travel itinerary for my Bandung trip.
Day 01 : Arrive at Bandung : 9:00AM
- Check-in Hotel by 10.30am
- Shopping to factory outlet “Heritage”
- Lunch at sundanese restaurant “Dapurku”
- Shopping to “Bandung Super Mall”, visit Polo boutique & Batik boutique in the mall
- Dinner at restaurant on top of the hill “The Valley”
- Back to hotel
Day 02 :
- Visit factory outlet “Rumah Mode”
- Go to “Cihampelas Walk” and also outside the shops selling jeans
- Lunch at restaurant “Glossis” in Cihampelas
- Visit the shopping center “Istana Plaza”
- Dinner at “Kampung daun”
- Back to hotel
Day 03 :
- Visit active volcano “Tangkuban Perahu” and hotspring around the area
- Continue to shop at many factory Outlets along Jalan Dago
- You can also have lunch in many Sundanese restaurants, just ask the driver.
- Visit the mall “Paris de Java” and have dinner there
- Back to hotel
Day 03 : Flight back to Kuala Lumpur.
173 responses so far ↓
1 Wuching // Oct 22, 2007 at 2:10 pm
i’ve never been to Indonesia, maybe its time I did
2 Hijackqueen // Oct 26, 2007 at 4:49 pm
When are you going? Me wanna go also!
3 leslie // Oct 26, 2007 at 11:44 pm
I went in April 2007. Was too lazy to post about this trip. It’s worth going if you can get cheap Airasia tickets. But, beware of fakes.
4 Ovilia // Nov 20, 2007 at 3:52 pm
New Factory Outlet in Bandung. The name is OSSO boutique outlet at Riau 34, Bandung.
5 blaze // Jan 5, 2008 at 10:16 pm
hello there,,, i am going to Bandung in March, 2008
I am interested to do some outlet shopping too.
Mainly interested in Abercrombie & Fitch, Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren.
Can you recommend outlets-stores selling these ???
THANKS :) bye
Leslie: Most of the outlets sell the same stuff but they depend on the shipment too. I just came back from Bandung and this time around, there were lots of Dockers. For guys, I would recommend TheMen outlet at Jalan Riau. Please check out Rumah Mode and Heritage too
6 Fitness test at Tangkuban Perahu // Jan 10, 2008 at 6:23 pm
[...] was great. In fact, better compared to my previous trip. There were more branded goods to buy. Some of my favorite brands were there like Dockers, Calvin [...]
7 juliana // Jan 24, 2008 at 5:59 pm
hi..i’ve already purchased a flight ticket to bandung on 12/02/2008…i wanted to shop..shop..shop..but my main concern is i dont want to waste my trip visitng places with not so much intrested goods..would you recommed me some of favourite factory outlets..i’m also looking foward into branded handbags such as tod’s,braun buffel and aigner..would you please advised me…would much be appreciated..
8 mas // Jan 28, 2008 at 12:53 pm
hi guys..
me also already purchased flight ticket to bandung on 6/02/08….
i’m so excited… and can’t wait for next week..
Leslie : Happy shopping
9 fiza // Jan 31, 2008 at 3:48 pm
hey just wondering whether the restaurants mentioned are halal…
Leslie: They are all halal restaurants
10 nurul // Feb 1, 2008 at 12:48 am
hi..i’ve already purchased a flight ticket to bandung on 05/05/2008…i wanted to shop..shop..shop..but my main concern is i dont want to waste my trip visitng places with not so much intrested goods..would you recommed me some of favourite factory outlets..i’m also looking foward into branded clothes especially shirt and jeans..would you please advised me…would much be appreciated..
Leslie: If you visit shops in Jalan Dago and Jalan Riau, you would have covered all of Bandung. You can visit outlets like Rumah Mode, Heritage, TheMen, Oasis and outlets around these shops. You can visit here and here for more details.
11 sue // Feb 2, 2008 at 12:25 am
Can u recommend hotels located within the shopping area?
Leslie: Bandung shopping area is not big. Car rental with a driver for a day is very cheap. Moving around is very easy. For hotels, I have stayed at Sukajadi which is opposite of Paris Van Java. I would rate it like a 2-star hotel. This hotel is part of Airasia tour package. I prefer Malya Hotel which I stayed in December. You can read more about this hotel in my other blog post. Enjoy shopping :)
12 Vince // Feb 4, 2008 at 4:56 am
Yo! Mas could be on the same flight as mine. I’ll be spending my CNY in a foreign land. Leaving on 6/02, mid morning flight.
Heard ain’t got night life, would be boring then. Coz, i sleep in the day, wakes up at dawn…like the Count, eh.
Holiday,.. what!
Leslie : Have fun in Bandung :)
13 Vince // Feb 4, 2008 at 4:59 am
All halal restaurants! What leh… ain’t no authentic Chinese restaurants. Thot there’s a China town ere, well maybe in 1920’s.
Leslie: Maybe there are some but why don;t you try out the local food. They are delicious :)
14 FARA // Feb 4, 2008 at 11:31 pm
hey there..ur blog definitely help me a lot in planning my trip to Bandung this April’08. i’m soo thrill about having some outlet shopping and visiting Mt. Tangkuban Perahu. u mentioned about staying in Malya Hotel. how much is the rate per nite?
Leslie: Hotel Malya cost about RM250++ per night. I stayed there for 3 nights. It provides daily complimentary breakfast and tea A complimentary dinner is provided too. For the tea, you hardly have the chance to try since you will be so busy shopping.
15 Daniel G Nugraha // Feb 5, 2008 at 2:03 am
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16 Vince // Feb 6, 2008 at 3:45 am
Sorry it’s not dawn, it’s dusk. That’s my waking time during hols. I don’t mind Sundanese foods if they taste like the one at KLCC. First time to Indonesia, no flood like the one at Jakarta, I hope.
Will post after my trip. My fight been rescheduled to afternoon. Shopping will not been on top of my list, maybe some souvenirs. Wonder RM3000 equiv is sufficient for 6D/5N. Don’t know the cost of flowers there..
17 MeK // Feb 12, 2008 at 4:43 pm
Haluu there… Me goin to Bandung end March 08.. Can’t wait to shop shop shop n shop.. Thinking of staying in Arion Swiss Belhotel.. is far from the factory outlets and other shopping places?
Leslie: Bandung is a small city. You will probably leave the hotel for the whole day for shopping. The factory outlets are not far away, depending on the traffic.
18 Datin // Feb 16, 2008 at 9:55 pm
going to bandung in mei 2008. Looking for kayu jati funiture outlet. Can you recommend the best place to go
19 Vince // Feb 17, 2008 at 8:07 am
Back on Friday (15/02). Thot of spending 6 days, end up 10 days. Shoppings were not my priorities though. Batiks print that my late grandpa would not even wear. Pretty dark n really doesn’t fit the locals there as most r dark skinned (kopi susu). Kinda disappointed of my search, but now I know where to look. Jln Riau for shoppings, Jln Braga 4 pubs hopping. N my ideal places 4 clubbings were Emporiom Hotel, Amnesia n Embassy. But nothing beats Bangkok. Should drop by in Jakarta 4 a couple of days… Alas, next time. Spend twice my budget, I stayed on Jl Asia-Afrika. 2 of the foreign banks located on this business ctr street 4 the 24hrs ATMs. Weather, what la my room temp was much cooler than outdoor, then again I never got out when the sun was up. Local food nothing to shout abt, tried most recommended restnts. The Sudannese restnt in Suria KLCC beats them all. Perhaps I should have tried 50 local restnts, then I’ll be a critic. Tony Roma’s, tastes the same as in KL. For u guys try the outlets in BKK n S’pore. Items won’t find in KL n Bandung. Bertawis food, Padang n Sudanese food mainly suit locals’ palate, very salty. Drinks r very sweet, the coke comes in 195ml btls, collectibles 4 the cokes’ fans. Cokes..! Drink plenty of fluids although most of the days r cloudy but humid. Hotels’ TV beats most 5 stars hotel everywhere in the region, lotsa channels. No censors, but blurrings even wounds. Perhaps, they try 2 cut down violence?? Were there, a stampede killed 11 ppl, due 2 removals of some squatters’ area. Indonesians r football fanatics, the final match of the local league was shifted 2 Bandung, a few days b’4 the match was supposed to play in front of no spectators ( first in history of Indonesian leagues) 2 curb ruckus. Even then, there were a few demo after the results were released. Watched the Manchesters’ derby in a pub. Language wise, BI easy 2 learn if u know BM but kinda different, dong. Taxi fares, bargain first b’4 getting on one, insists on meter. Angkutan Kota, 4 the informed n adventurous. The drivers practise price differentials, locals n foreigners. Wish u guys a nice trip.
20 sally // Feb 19, 2008 at 12:51 pm
hi leslie, we plan to bandung on jun08 (4adult + 3kids), stay in Sukajadi hotel. Wonder about food cleanliness + estimation price. What type of transport to all factory outlet & also price? pls advise. TQ
Leslie : The price of a van & driver for 12+ hours day is about Rm100 excluding petrol, parking and meals for driver. Sukajadi Hotel is a partner for Airasia. Opposite Sukajadi is Paris Van Java shopping mall. You can even find a few smaller factory outlets around the hotel. Restaurants are clean. You can read here and here for more info.
21 Guy2swiss // Feb 21, 2008 at 9:55 pm
Hi Daniel,
I think Rp450,000 is too expensive lah…boleh discount a bit ka?
22 memulan // Feb 22, 2008 at 12:32 am
hi all..n leslie
there’s any suggestion for hotel apartment..?
plan 2 visit bandung dis august..ermm mana lagi save bajet..buy ticket oNly+hotel cari sendiri or wif package go holiday air asia??grouping visit bout 5pax..tq
23 eda // Feb 24, 2008 at 2:26 pm
hey there. any advice on where to stay? the last time i went to bandung was in august 2007 n stayed at patra jasa hotel. it was nice decent hotel close to FO’s but this time for my next trip i’m planning to stay in some other hotels in the vicinity of FOs n food stalls. also, is there any FO’s or stores selling gears for motorcross? (helmet, jacket, shoes, etc).
thanks in advance for any infos!
24 rich&famous // Feb 28, 2008 at 11:02 am
hi leslie, thanks for all your valuable info. me going 5th march and everything else are secured except transportation. can you advice any supir that you know that the price is reasonable and very good PR. i want to have everything in bandung covered in 4 days. appreciate your assistance
25 leen // Feb 28, 2008 at 6:33 pm
wat bout nite life…?
26 Amat (Aff) // Feb 29, 2008 at 1:17 pm
Going to Bandung for the first time, in April, have only 3 days there , not overly interested in shopping but will do a little, like some eateries and things to see, cant wait, would like to see normal people and a good coffee place for B/fast.
27 nina // Mar 1, 2008 at 7:28 am
hi i am going to bandung again this coming july 08 , this is my second time .. on my first trip most of our trip we took angkotan its really cheap and only cost me rm 1 its safe and the driver is very helpful anyway not recommended on nite time …friend of mine just give me new contact number for driver to tour around bandung
ALLOY charter mobil the name mr gembira pelawi @ hp 081321997777 she said its cost RM 60 perday exclude petrol , tips , meal and parking or the address jln tudung sari 9 bandung land line : 0226076274 70332244 70012770
anyway hopefuly this may helpful for you guys to call…
28 anna // Mar 4, 2008 at 2:40 pm
im looking forward for branded cloths especially roxy n quiksilver
29 fida 8898 // Mar 7, 2008 at 3:34 pm
I’ve been there once…its very crazy for shop..shop and shop… i will going again maybe before hari raya. Bandung wait 4 meeeee…..
30 zahar // Mar 13, 2008 at 11:43 pm
I have book my AirAsia ticket for August 19-21st 2008, 3 days 2 night for Hari Raya shopping. Most of the shops there sell cloths, what about perfumes? could someone give some info.. TQ
31 kay n anuar // Mar 16, 2008 at 1:34 am
we have been there last january. it is a very nice place if you want to shoppe. i call it marvellous with all branded items especially in rumah mode. u can get banana rep dress as low as rm35. along jalan dago there are a few FO plus 1 bag centre. u can find tod’s, chloe, miu miu etc but i’m not sure wheter it is ori or not. have fun for those shopping mania…. thinking of going again this may..
32 nuhr // Mar 16, 2008 at 1:52 pm
hi..i went to bandung last january 08 and already bought airasia tickets for our 2nd trip there in june 08. the best place to shop are pasar baru, and the FOs along jalan dago and riau e.g rumah mode, cascade, heritage and rumah tas. but one tip to share is if u want to buy the real branded shirt/cloths just check the label..if the label has been cut off then the cloth is genuine.
recommended restaurants - the valley, hanamasa..sindang reret, simpang raya, bakso malang,,sari minang,..bumbu desa..we hired supir and kijang which only cost Rp300k per day. ,,try to call Pak Dadang 081586477705.
33 zanzan // Mar 17, 2008 at 2:17 pm
thanx for all d valuable info, guys…really appreciate it.
i’m going to bandung 22-26 apr w my cousin.
just wondering how much tips should i give d driver?
34 lenny // Mar 17, 2008 at 3:57 pm
hye leslie.. im about to visit bandung end of year.. or early january.. can u pls recommend me any cheap hotel.. rate about below rm100 but in good condition? n walking distance to Factory outlets.. pls help me.. tq
35 faishal // Mar 23, 2008 at 4:37 pm
hi leslie,..im going to bandung on early april,can u reccommend me any 4-5 star hotels(good pricing)and walking distance to the factory outlet shops and how do u get the transport?is there any rental services at the airport?ok,…tq
36 Henry Herrera // Mar 23, 2008 at 8:26 pm
Hey Guys thanks for the feedback about Bandung. Plan to go there 9 - 12 May 2008 with 3 golf crazy guys and 2 shopping crazy gals (they are brother, nieces and nephews) Me ….just tagging along for the company and curiosity about Bandung that I heard so much about. Any feedback about golf facilities these guys want to know.
37 Flore // Mar 26, 2008 at 5:42 am
Hi guys, i’ll be dropping by in Bandung for my first visit :) was wondering when u mentioned Rp300k per day. Is it 12 or 16 hours? and is it inclusive of petrol tol parking? Cos some are charging separately. can u recommend a friendly one? :) then we can chit chat and find out more while we’re there :) Thanks in advance
38 azizah // Mar 26, 2008 at 9:11 am
i recommend you to use totaltravel services (http://www.totaltravel.info/), i did it on Feb 2008, i really satisfied with it. they take me arround for shopping and into the amazing and interrest places in Bandung. you know what i like from them? they make itinerary where combine in several aspect: shopping, relaxing, sighseeing, and tour. i forget about their rate, but i thought average-lah for Bandung…
39 NAJRY // Apr 1, 2008 at 11:43 pm
I am going to bandung soon and plan to have an ample shopping time there. Something crossed my mind, if all the factory outlet stuff are all original, but rather rejected due to slight defects..How about the pricing to malaysia ringgit?Are all the shops near to each other, or rather located separately?Then, what about public transport?Can i just walk around the city if I were to get to those streets?Finally, how about safety like pick-pocket and so on?It seems the questions are quite a lot, since this is my first time to go there..It’s interesting,many people say, Paris van Java.Thank you.
Leslie: Hire a car with driver can save you lots of time. Cost you only about Rm100 per day. Most of the shops are nearby but you also need to move from place to place
40 amran // Apr 4, 2008 at 11:56 pm
hi leslie…going to bandung this may for first time. is it true that most of the shopping area will be close at 5pm
Leslie : The shops are opened till about 9+PM
41 zanzan // Apr 13, 2008 at 1:05 am
hi….anyone going to bandung april 22-26? checked tour packages from totaltravel.com, would cost somewhere around rm200 for one day car rental n driver (for 6 persons). think of sharing the tour and of course, the cost. i’m going with my cousin.
42 jayzee // Apr 16, 2008 at 4:07 pm
can you pls give me a feedback on Mutiara hotel? im going there in may and we’re planning to stay at Mutiara…thanks :)
43 Alvin // Apr 17, 2008 at 12:12 pm
Hi there. Im going to Bandung next week. Would like to have u to guide me for this following restaurant: 1) Kampung Daun, 2) Dapurku, 3) The Valley.
Pls tell me the address & location. Im appreciate & thanks a lot!!! ^_^
44 Khairi // Apr 20, 2008 at 6:06 pm
Hi there, i’m going to bandung on 26-29 May aroung 20-22 peoples.
1. I would to know whether there are apartment or house to rent at bandung.
2. If hotel, what are the lowest rate i can get there ?
45 Diyana // Apr 21, 2008 at 2:25 pm
Hey everyone! I’m leaving for Bandung in 6 days! Can’t wait. I’ve gotten a handful of information and most of it are similar to what is mentioned here :) Too bad I didn’t get the driver’s contact here earlier as I have made arrangements with Mulia Rental (www.muliarental.com)
46 Shamos // Apr 23, 2008 at 3:26 pm
im going to bandung this november. looking for a hotel of a reasonable price as me n my wife will be out most of the time.. would appreciate if u could assist us.
thanks and regards.
47 a s h // Apr 29, 2008 at 4:44 am
I just get back from Bandung. This is my 3rd. Its worth to be there. I ensure u guy to share the excitement. Lots of branded stuff and its really cheap. Its recommended for you to book your stay earlier. Otherwise you’ll stranded freezing. Luckily i got fellows who know the city. I suggest you check their exchange rates 1st. The more,the better. I’ve been to lots of factory outlet and i think only few of ‘em are really worths going. Different place with different price. You need to survey their rates. I think the items are almost everywhere the same. You should take few days.hehe.. At jalan Dago is cheaper. There got bundle’s shop selling used item called BAbe (barang bekas). Make sure that the 1st place you go to bcoz the item is limited. Price?dont compare. Its extremely cheap. I went to this restaurant in Sukajadi’s area, “D’cost seafood”.. its cheap and the foods are fabulous..!! yum yum..!! and last but not list, the Bandung’s Hot Chicks..!! They’re Superb. Gorgeous..!! And they also sangat friendly :p
Enjoy your stay guys..!!
If u need more info, jes let me noe.. Send me ur email. I’ll be glad to share ‘em with u guys..!!
I manage to set a team to visit Bandung next August.
Feels free, come and join us..!! you’re welcome..
You’ll get more in Bandung compared shopping in msia. Dont forget to check the airlines.
:: HEAVEN ::
48 Mimi // Apr 29, 2008 at 2:40 pm
Hi…Going to Bandung tomorrow (30th April-2nd May,08) Gonna stay at Aston Tropicana. Will survey a few places coz gonna organise ‘rombongan makcik kiah’..(shopping ladies mania) before Raya……he he…Wish me luck….So, for those who needs help in terms of package to Bandung from KL,wait for my come back yaaaa…..My hp is - 0123735606
49 Sam // May 11, 2008 at 1:03 am
Hi! Fellow M’sians, we do have one unique
discount outlet @ Sungei Wang Plaza, Jln. Sultan Ismail. It sales mostly high quality
sport wears & casual wears direct from originate manufacturers. Most of them are
branded stuff. Just pay a visit & I promise U will be surprise & love the stuffs!!
Miracle Discount Outlet-LG 146
50 dido // May 11, 2008 at 10:52 pm
glad you’ve visited to bandung with fun..
well .. bandung is a heaven for shopping goers.
51 Noi // May 14, 2008 at 6:00 pm
I just came back from Bandung last month. It’s my first time in Indonesia, better than my thought
I will go to Bandung on the mid of July 2008.I plan to fly to Jagarta first and then go to Bandung by train. I heard from someone the scenery along the way is very nice. Take around 3 hours and not too expensive. Please give me your idea ka.
52 fiz // May 14, 2008 at 9:20 pm
hi there…been to bandung before and love it!! will go again next month..does anyone know the pasar baru close at what time? thinking of heading there straight after arriving there at about 3 pm…
53 ZArif // May 15, 2008 at 10:14 pm
I m going to bandung on 26th of may 2008 to 29th may . There’re only 2 of us. anybody going the same date? perhaps we can share the transport. It seem that all their cars for rent is meant for 6- 8 people. pls email me.
tq
54 Irma // Jun 1, 2008 at 6:22 am
Hi,
I have nice place in Bandung fo rent daily, location near Karang Setra ( between Sukajadi and toll Pastur) there are near FO and Resto
Setramurni Apartment
2 bdr 400rb/day and 1 bdr/300rb/day
pls email me or call/sms to 62-8164871771 tq
55 Irma // Jun 1, 2008 at 6:30 am
MELINDA HOUSE
6 bdrm 4 bathrm,fully furnish,very clean,strategic area,near toll pasteur,FO and resto,only 1,5 m/day for 15 person
sms/call +62 8164.871.771
56 Sophie // Jun 8, 2008 at 7:47 am
Dear Fiz
Pasar baru closes about 6pm.
57 Sophie // Jun 8, 2008 at 7:57 am
Dear Nor,
The sceneries are suppered especially the green padi fields and kampung life. If you were to take the train early in the morning you will be able to observe how the locals board the train….???? But it is a very interesting journey. Start early of the day.
58 INA // Jun 8, 2008 at 7:01 pm
hi there,
i’m planning to go to bandung in august with some friends. we plan on free n easy but have 2nd thoughts n try with a travel agency. which is better? pls share yr experience and need advice. need a hygene accomodations since we are quite particular abt it. not really interested with the view. we just want to shop!
59 a s h // Jun 15, 2008 at 10:46 pm
Omg..!! Bandung another few days..!! Tots of going on august. On 18jun08. its coming. Tak sabar nyer nak habiskan duit lagi..!!heheh.
60 a z i m b o o // Jun 18, 2008 at 2:15 pm
I am going to Jakarta and Bandung next weekend (end of month). Will belon-ning from KL to Jakarta…but my wife and I think that better to go Bandung 1st later Jakarta (btw, just a solid 1 1/2 day trip to both places!)…
so, friends, asking ur opinion…better to get on train to Bandung or bus from the Jakarta Airport?
still “pening” to find hotel and supir for Jakarta and Bandung … any recommendation?
hehe…if bringing 10M Rupiah there can do lots of things eh?
pre-booking Ardellia Hotel, Bandung…anyone did stay there b4 and how was it?
61 azimboo // Jun 19, 2008 at 12:32 pm
Oh no! a week left to fly to Jakarta+Bandung but still no hotel, spa and supir…
help me please…
need info on cheap but good Bandung hotel (other than sukajadi since it fully booked)
and so good supir for Jakarta and Bandung
also, is Arcadia Hotel Jakarta OK?
62 syasya // Jun 24, 2008 at 1:40 pm
Hi Irma,
I’m planning to go there in Aug, do you mind email me the details of 2 bdr 400rb/day . Thanks
63 gnattis // Jun 26, 2008 at 2:10 pm
hai, my friend and I are planing to go Indonesia for shopping (wedding doorgift, bride fabrics) (malay weeding). may I know where is the best place to go? can anyone tell me is bandung the best?
64 atiqah // Jul 6, 2008 at 10:15 pm
hello i going to bandung in august, is there any luggage shop in rumah mode so i don’t have to bring a luggage
65 sya // Jul 11, 2008 at 2:38 am
hye…i just come back from bandung last 2 weeks…bandung is like a heaven for shopaholics like me n my fwens..hee..ape yg i boleh suggest,if u using handphone,dont hesitate to buy new simcard there which means using indonesia’s number..because it is only 12000rp n if we convert it into RM,its about RM4.50 only..very cheap..n if u using SMS,it will cost u only 350rp (RM0.01)..its true because it happened to me..my maxis cannot be using at bandung..then i decided to buy a new simcard..and i compared it with my fwen who are using malaysia’s number (maxis,celcom) one SMS= RM3.00..what a waste…haha..baek abiskn duit utk bershopping lorr..haha
66 umie safwais // Jul 14, 2008 at 6:04 pm
hai….
Insyaallah im going to bandung this aug 08, i want to buy some branded gift from FO.. but how to differentiate btween ori or not…it sell cheper coz of its reject or not ori??
what is the most thing that they bought from bndung??
67 baloum // Jul 16, 2008 at 12:18 pm
I was in Bandung this weekend, I bought 3 authentique clothes ( Nike, Jersey of manchester united, and a black shirt Hugo Boss) for 537000 roupias. So almost 27 euro (because I leave I France). Unfortunately, I didn’t have more time. I plan to return there next time. Sincerly, I like it, so 1000 times interesting than ” the sold ” in France actually.
For the moment, I enjoy my holiday in Jakarta
68 Irma // Jul 16, 2008 at 7:24 pm
hi all
please go to
http://setramurni.blogspot.com
http://rumah-sewaan.blogspot.com
69 K C Lee aug 2008 // Jul 21, 2008 at 10:02 pm
Hi !!!! I & my wife going 2 bandung 17th sept - 20th sept by airasia…..thinking 2 look 4 fello malaysians going same date 2 pool 4 car rental & tour 2 save cost lah !!!! we b staying in mutiara…..need more infors on hotel & surrounding & buget car rental contat.
tks
70 Nurul N // Jul 23, 2008 at 11:03 am
I’m going to Bandung this August 19-22nd wih my family. I’ll bring my 2 years old child. Is it ok if I bring a stroller for my child during shopping?
71 gee // Aug 3, 2008 at 4:40 pm
went to bandung on 4/4-7/6…..place to shop…and again esok flight to bandung…tak puas shopping that day…preparation for raya…
72 noor // Aug 6, 2008 at 4:46 pm
im going tomorrow..ha..ha..so excited !!
73 nani // Aug 7, 2008 at 10:41 am
Hi.. Im going to Bandung and Bali in 2 days time, to shop.. Juz wondering.. Are the branded goods (eg. Gucci, Prada) at the factory outlets original or fake?? Or high-quality imitation?? Can someone enlighten me??
74 nurul anuar // Aug 12, 2008 at 1:54 pm
hai, i am going to bandung this coming hariraya.will all the shopping outlet open during that festive season?i will stay at sukajadi hotel.it is very good hotel.pls let me know place of interest and shopping outlet.tq
75 Evelyn // Aug 15, 2008 at 1:49 pm
Hie……..I will be going to Bandung on 30 Aug-2 Sept. Planning to stay at New Sany Rosa Hotel. Anyone stay there before? If yes, would really appreciate if you could comment on the hotel, i.e. cleanliness, distance to FOs, service, etc.
Also, I would really like to know how to differentiate the fakes from ori? Anyone can help, pls? Thanks.
76 Adila // Aug 15, 2008 at 7:26 pm
I just got back from Bandung yesterday. My last visit was in April 2008. So its a 2nd visit in a year! The whether is quite hot in Bandung now… so plz bring ur sunglasses with you. According to my good fren in Bandung (she is local), April n August is the best time to do your shopping coz lot of new item will be in outlets. Can wait to go again on December 2008!!
77 ashari // Aug 22, 2008 at 1:18 pm
Hi
I would recommend ladies to go to Rumah Tas instead of Terminal Tas for ur handbag run. Price is cheaper, better brand and more choices. For men, go for swiss saddle bag or wheeled document/hand luggage.
For hotel, u can try 4 star Grand Serella close to Riau Junction Shopping Mall with many FOSes and sopping malls just walkaway. Rate is a lil bit above rm100, clean, spacious, .. lupa berapa…
For lunch and dinner, try Kampung Daun, owned by a indon-chinese billionaire, almost the whole kampung is his. You can ask for Gurame Bakar, very delicious, ayam panggang ets. Very nice surroundings, close to waterfall and clean river. Try try try… ave a try.
Rumah Made is a must, not only for shopping but for a short break too.. try kopi durian….
For man, i’m not sure, i didnt really shop. Just get Tiger Wood T Shirt, cheap but look carefully at the stiching and balancing, left and right. (ada balancing mcm kereta jugak ke?). Golf glove is reasonable..
Zipped suit/blazer, not jacket, is not in Bandung. It’s in Jakarta.. very nice. looks like suit priced around rm40 only.
Pasar Baru.. banyak baju. kain dll… jgn lupa pergi
lain2 tips, lupa.. u can email me for more info.. tq bye
78 ashari // Aug 22, 2008 at 1:25 pm
lagi satu.. kalau sdr/i tak biasa ke bandung dan takut kena tipu.. cuba contact Pn Roslina di UPM. Beliau selalu uruskan org ke Bandung dan ada kawan dia akan tunggu d bandung utk sambut. Transport dan hotel boleh mintak, bagi je budget berapa… semua dia boleh urus, tak payah bayar apa2… saya pergi first time dia urus, memang senang, dia akan recommend mana tempat nak pegi… cuba call 0172262458.. tq
79 Irma // Aug 23, 2008 at 11:41 pm
hi all
A nice place for you,please go to
http://setramurni.blogspot.com
http://rumah-sewaan.blogspot.com
80 AYU // Aug 25, 2008 at 3:43 pm
will be in bandung 23/10-26/10/2008. thanks 4 the info.. hope to shop a lot hee
81 Mayomm // Aug 29, 2008 at 6:43 pm
Just came back from Bandung yesterday, went without any itenerary until I came accross Ashari’s entry posted above just the day before departure. Contacted Pn Roslina just the night before flying off and she helped in getting transportation and itenerary arranged. All sorted!! :-) Transportation cost IDR 1 million for 2.5 days on brand new Suzuki APV, friendly driver also. We enjoyed Tangkuban Perahu the most!!! I think shopping at Pasar Baru was worthwhile for things like telekung, kain kebaya etc but the FOs are so so only, quite disappointing, really, didn’t really like the stuff sold there much…Thanks for all the tips, I found info found here most helpful.
82 mohd tahir // Sep 2, 2008 at 6:37 pm
saya dan keluarga cadangnya nak ke bandung pada 15-19 sep 08. hotel mana yang murah dan kedai makan halal. rasanya nak duduk di hotel yang dekat dengan tempat shopping dan kedai makan halal. tolong bagi info. TQ
83 nina // Sep 24, 2008 at 1:19 pm
a’kum, saya pon mcm en. tahir jgk, nk g ke bandung lps raya- 22-26 sept ni. saya nk hotel yang murah dan paling dekat dgn pasar baru. i went there once & stay @ perdana wisata, kali ini nak hotel yg lebih murah (less RM100) cos this time is business trip. wld appreciate very much. TQ! ;P
84 nurul // Sep 26, 2008 at 8:49 am
hye..
i’m going to bandung next jan with frens (7 of us)..most of us r going solely for shopping..but some are interested in sightseeing too..
planned to visit tangkuban prahu n cultural performances..need some suggestion n info on this.. is there any specific spot for cultural activities? If any of u have d info, pls e-mail me..thanks =)
85 Anne // Oct 11, 2008 at 7:46 am
Are the clothes sold in the Factory Outlets (ex. Heritage, Rumah Mode) real branded clothes or imitations (ex: Emporio Armani, DKNY)
86 Ng // Oct 18, 2008 at 11:03 am
Wow.. lots of infos here…
Btw, can anyboday tell me wats the different to enagage the travel agency (mulia rental, total travel) if compare to those individual operator (Pak Dadang, Daniel,etc..) besides the pricing really different..
87 puteri norazuar // Oct 18, 2008 at 2:15 pm
hi, i’m going to bandung next march 2009.
i would like to know the nearest hotel for shopping&names of favourite shopping complex there.pls e-mail me soon as possible.
thank u
88 Bandung Today // Oct 19, 2008 at 7:10 pm
Anne,
Factory outlets sell products that are made in Indonesia and are supposed to be sent overseas for exports. Brands like Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren, Aeropostale, Abercrombie, DKNY and some others that have factories in Bandung can be found there.
Due to the tight quality control, some items didn’t pass the QC and hence can’t be exported. They are then distributed through factory outlets in the city. Hope this helps.
For more information, please visit Bandung Today.
89 christy // Oct 28, 2008 at 1:26 pm
hi…leslie, im so impressed with ur blog.. its really help me in planning my trip to bandung. i planned to visit there with my frens on CNY next year.. i just finished study n wondering ist enough if i bring RM1000 to shoppe there? ;)
90 qeelah // Nov 1, 2008 at 6:50 pm
hi…visit my website to shoppe indonesia’s dress/ blouse!! Really cheap!! Direct from Jakarta, Bandung and Medan..
91 Syahril // Nov 4, 2008 at 1:40 am
I’m going to Bandung this Friday, anybody have contact for Bandung tour for 3 Days 1 Night? Must cheap, friendly driver and bring us to all interesting places and shopping heaven in Bandung
92 Sheila Chang // Nov 7, 2008 at 11:08 am
Would like to visit Bandung next year March. Look for more friends to join coz more pay less as we can share.
93 Sheila Chang // Nov 7, 2008 at 11:12 am
Are the clothes sold in the Factory Outlets (ex. Heritage, Rumah Mode) real branded clothes or imitations (ex: Emporio Armani, DKNY)
94 nur // Nov 8, 2008 at 12:21 am
hye..
byk x brg roxy kt f.o.s bandung??
=]
and sesak x dkt dlm f.o.s tu??
hehehe
95 azza // Nov 13, 2008 at 2:37 pm
anyone can help me:i’m going to bandung this 30 nov..
which hotel is near to FO?
cihampelas hotel, sanyrossa hotel@ rumah ebo?
and which one is good…
96 CCP // Nov 21, 2008 at 11:55 pm
Going to Bandung in Dec ‘08… Need trusted and reasonably price transport for 9 pax… Pls recommend…
97 syahril // Nov 24, 2008 at 5:38 pm
Azza,
email me yr trip, how many days, I can help you to arrange for hotel and accomodation there. cheap price and supir there very helpful. boleh elakkan di tipu semasa di sana
my email: cha_ir12@yahoo.com
98 Mimi // Dec 2, 2008 at 11:05 pm
Hi semua…got back from staying at Aston tropicana in Cihampelas…It’s superb. Berdepan dgn tempat2 jual jeans.And food restaurant = Arum Manis (Sundanese food), great taste!But of coz, it’s a 4 star hotel..Kalau budget very min tapi tempat clean and ok, reccommend hotel perdana wisata. Location wise, belakang pasar baru. Not bad. But if wanna close by the FO’s outlet, stay at Grand Serela..Should be ok too…Will be going again on the 4th Dec, but this time , my guests wanna look for wedding door gifts and etc …….Am now starting to organise a few trips to Bandung now..Need any help? Email me at lilanitravel@yahoo.com. Will update more yaa..
99 juraimizainal.awang // Dec 5, 2008 at 11:42 am
Hi,
I went to Bandung last month (4days3nights)-21-24Nov08.
Went to Tangkuban perahu (2nd) & Taman Safari Bogor (3rd day)
Several Tips:
1) Better to get flights as early as possible.
2) Just go directlty to shopping outlet (too many FOs) there, to save your time when you reach at Bandung.
3) Just get the cheap hotel because your time at hotel only for sleep. Below 2star hotel is or.
4) If your bring child, for me it worth it to bring them to Tangkuban Perahu & Taman Safari Bogor (check time to go &back), must be before 3pm).
5) The good place for Makan - Kg Daun (good place & food), Dapur ku Sangkuriang, Restoran Simpang Raya. Very delicious i.e the ingredient of Ayam Goreng etc, Timbel (variety of lauk) etc.
6) Shopping was the heaven place - Pasar Baru (3hour was not enough). The quality Telekung (Japan type). M’sia around RM250 price, there you can get RM65 (+-210,000rupiah). Average Prize for good quality & branded T/Casual Shirts (60k - 100k, about RM17 - rm35) . I bought it several), Burberry, Guess etc. Long Pants - 110,000 - 170,000 about - 35-60.
LV, Burberry etc.
7) If you interested to buy something, just by it, otherwise u will have enough time to go back.
8) Better to use credit card at FOs (the rate is really low) compare to cash.
9) Car rental you can get 300k-400k per day..
10) I just bring a single clothes & buy it there for daily use. Worth it.
100 juraimizainal.awang // Dec 5, 2008 at 11:49 am
11) I’ve bought 13boxes of Amanda brownies kukus/pisang bolen and 1box Kartika Sari. Some say Kartika Sari is good and some say Amanda. For me both were ok.. but size for Kartika Sari is slighly small then Kartika Sari. And the prize for Amanda is cheeaper. Several i.e cheese, blueberry, choclate, pisang. I really like the Pisang one. Don’t forget Pisang Bolen.
TAKE NOTE: PLEASE CHECK THE EXPIRY DATE BEFORE BUY.
12) Be carreful before buy the leather stuff because of pig leather (for Muslim la).
101 nina // Dec 11, 2008 at 2:21 pm
is amex accepted in the factory outlets?
102 Pushpa // Dec 16, 2008 at 6:38 pm
Just came back from Bandung and I shop till I drop. Branded goods are so much cheaper there then anywhere else. I need a honest answer, if anyone care to reveal….are these products original as per their brand. I am planning to go again but with a bigger group. I dont want to be carried away….thanks.
103 Marlene // Dec 23, 2008 at 12:36 pm
I’m trying to source rolls of black and also rolls of printed rayon fabric. Just heard of Bandung today. When is the best time to travel there (weather-wise) and best route from New Zealand?
104 melisssa // Dec 23, 2008 at 10:00 pm
Hye there,
If looking for wedding stuff (cards, doorgift, textile etc), I should go to Bandung or Jakarta??
Appreciate if anybody can help for some information. Thanks a lot.
105 Irma // Dec 26, 2008 at 7:28 pm
Hi all
Its nice place and reasenably price
http://setramurni.blogspot.com
http://rumah-sewaan.blogspot.com
106 Arieana // Jan 4, 2009 at 11:15 pm
Hi, planning to go BAandung dis 18th Feb till 21st.. still undecided on whre to stay as my frenz suggested to find hotel somewhere at Jln Dago.. is Royal Dago or Geulis Hotel? whch one? he he.. is there anybody could help me as im afraid to book online.. afraid that the published rate much more higher than wat it is.. tQVM..
107 Linda // Jan 9, 2009 at 11:38 am
Hi there,
I will to bandung insyaalah next teusday with my sister. This is my first trip since I heard there are many interesting item s there.
I will stay at Mutiara Hotel. How much is the rate? Honesly I book by travel agent. Is it convenient place and near to FO? Any tips and info that you guys can share with me.
TQ…
108 vie // Jan 15, 2009 at 9:49 pm
wil b goin there ths end of jan…
really want to know the cheap n comfy hotel/accommodation.
the supir n the trasportation charge…
n are all the stuff original? where i can shop for the handbags…prada, LV n tods?
for cloth guess n oshkosh for the kids…
109 vincechase // Jan 20, 2009 at 10:47 am
I will always stay in Hotel Utari..in Jalan Dago..
It only cost RM110 per night
Its right infront of Plaza Dago (u got Family Karaoke, Family Pub, Video Games, Sudanese restaurant, japanese Restaurant, Cheap DVD’s(RM2), 24hr Convenient Store, Hotspot, Shisha, Burgers, Western Food, Pharmacy) There’s also a Nasi Padang restaurant next door to the Plaza
To the Right is the Humongous and CHEAP DSE (Dago Stok Ekspot), I find this place carry all the brands which is founded in other FO, but Cheaper! Its 6 storey! Heritage and Rumah Mode, this s Tourist area, so their price are quite higher.
On the Left of the Hotel, u got Pizza Hut, Music Shop (CD’s & Cassete (dirt cheap originals)), Food Court selling hawkers food (don’t u DARE eat at warong, our stomach cannot withstand it..and you wont know the standard of the hygiene), Japaneses restaurant..
Further left, got KFC and a Supermarket.
The whole Jalan Dago, you can find all the FO, and Kartika Sari, a well known Cake house (RM10 aje satu)
All walking distance..
If you are tired, can try the Angkot (angkutan Kota), a green mini bus mini..Only Rp2000 saja.. Don’t worry, Bandung people are nice to tourist, they will help u..
U can also take a cab, make sure it’s a Bluebird, they are ETHICAL cab driver. They are FAR FAR FAR better than KLCC cab driver…u can get their number from the Hotel..
And change your sim card to Indonesia service provider..far cheaper than our rate..
On weekend the trafic is bad due to the Jakarta people coming over..so, its better look for hotels which are walking distance from all the great place..
110 fadli // Jan 31, 2009 at 3:58 pm
hi,i’m a student here at bandung,under JPA scholarship.Just wanna tell you a bit about FO’S.please beware that not 100% items at FO are original.must be careful.they sell the fake one also.so,be careful and enjoy your life.di pasar baru juga hati hati ya,bnyak pick pocket.that’s all..
111 Misz Lola // Feb 4, 2009 at 5:15 pm
i’m going to jakarta on 28 Feb 2009 and then travel to Bandung on 1 March..stay there till 3 march.need advice where shuld i stay in jakarta n bandung.need cheap hotel but comfortable n nearest to shopping centre. from jakarta to bandung, which 1 is better train or taxi?? pls help me… tq :-)
112 Lee // Feb 17, 2009 at 4:25 pm
Any idea if they accept what currencies in the factory outlets?
113 iewan // Mar 1, 2009 at 2:59 pm
hello there…can you sent for me.. usual price range if i shopping in bandung??and latest price rate for transport from jakarta…pls.. im going to travel to bandung in april.. sent in formation to this email.. fariesky@gmail.com..
114 wrazak // Mar 3, 2009 at 12:07 pm
We are property development company and now planning to develop a duty free zone somewhwre in Malaysia. We would like to get in touch with managers of factory outlets in Bandung or in other parts to develop a duty free shopping paradise in Malaysia. Can we get some responses
115 fyad // Mar 9, 2009 at 3:09 pm
hi..
plan to go to Bandung on 30 may - 7th june 09. I just book stayed in hotel Puri Tomat..just RP190000 per nite, but i can’t get a driver in bandung. Anyone may help me. I hope that was my pleasure journey in Bandung. TQ.
116 azira // Mar 13, 2009 at 4:35 pm
Hi there,
Can’t wait to go to Bandung this July.
117 insane // Mar 15, 2009 at 6:55 pm
Hi,
I’m planning to go Bandung this coming April and it is a shopping trip , would like to get some information on the accommodation below: -
1. Hotel Bumi Sawunggaling
2. Hotel Gandasari
3. Cihampelas Hotel 2
Which is recommended?
118 insane // Mar 23, 2009 at 10:33 pm
Hi,
I would like to get some information about transportation, how do you travel to Tangkuban Perahu?
Thanks.
119 Yatie // Apr 5, 2009 at 7:19 pm
hi there, need your guidance where can i shop for batik material in bandung? will be going there on 11 April 2009 (1 day trip). where are the best halal places for makan & shopping in bandung?
120 rosenah abdul karim // Apr 20, 2009 at 12:53 pm
I was in Jakarta and Bandung with my family during the recent school holidays (March 14-20 2009). We took a KLM flight from KLIA to Soekarno Hatta Airport, Jakarta. The fare is still very much cheaper (RM 378.00 per person return including tax, etc.etc.) compared to Air Asia and MAS which does not offer cheap tickets during school holidays. No scrambling for seats, delicious Muslim food is served, the plane is so spacious, the service superb.
From Soekarno Hatta, we were met upon arrival by the staff of Cihampelas Hotel 2 Bandung, the hotel that we have booked for our stay there and driven in a Toyota MPV for a 2 hours journey to Bandung.
Hotel Chihampelas 2 information is as follows:
1. Located at Jalan Cihampelas, along the famous jeans street where you can also shop for genuine leather jackets (a shop about ten doors away from this hotel sells georgeous men’s and ladies leather jackets at unbelievable CHEAP prices.)
2. You can also find along this road shops selling creative t-shirts written on them words such as Mom, Dad, Son, Daughter, Wife, Husband, Best Friends, Lovers, etc. Sure to attract attention when u wear it together with your family/friends, right?
3. Distance of Hotel Cihampelas (by car) to:
i) Hospital - 3 min
ii) Cihampelas District - 3 min
iii) Setiabudi Factory Outlets - 5 min
iv) Riau factory outlets -10 min
v) Paris van Java Mall - 10 min
vi) Pasar Baru- 20 min
vii) Train station- 10 min
viii) Hussain Sasteranegara Airport- 15 min.
4. Next to hotel is a convenience store and also within walking distance are MacDonald’s, Jco and Pizza Hut besides many other local restaurants.
5. This hotel also has cars/vans for rental for shopping and touring purposes at affordable prices too.If you travel by Air Asia to Bandung, hotel guests will be fetched from Hussain Sasteranegara Airport FOC. Angkutan Kota and taxis pass infront of this hotel every time of the day. If you are not the type who fuss over hotel rooms, I recommend this budget hotel. The hotel staff is friendly, it is conveniently located and affordable. After all, in shopping haven Bandung, how much time can you spend in your hotel room?
My advice to you ladies, when in Bandung, bring extra cash, and don’t forget to activate your ATM cards for you might shop for the unexpected. Like myself, I never expect to have my Raya curtains tailor made here -how could I resist those beautiful lace curtains which cost a fortune in KL ? Bring along your curtain measurements and you can have it sewn within three days in Bandung. Cost includes curtain materials, workmanship and hooks thrown is REALLY DAMN CHEAP.
And for you gentleman, spare the cash for a Georgio Armani or Paul Smith suit. You can get it here for RM 250.00 -RM 300.00. These are export overruns but they are imported from U.K and Italy and are ORIGINAL pieces. Only that matters.
121 BN // Apr 23, 2009 at 3:33 pm
Rosenah,
Wanna ask - where to get the original Giorgio Armani and Paul Smith suit? My hubby looking for some la…can tell me the exact shop?
How to differentiate the original from the fakes?
122 Linda // Apr 25, 2009 at 3:52 pm
I’m going there wif my family dis coming jun. Dis website really help a lot.. My mom tinking of making curtains there. Really can’t wait for jun!!! ;p
123 linda // Apr 30, 2009 at 11:25 am
hi all..i’m going to bandung again on this jun10th-14th.its my 2nd time to bandung..
i’ve been to bandung last yer with 8 of my frens…26th june-29th.
heres the story begins…
on our last visit at bandung,me n my frens stay at ahadiat hotel..it is quite far from bandung city..it’s a 3 star hotel..no swimming pool,the service is just ok..very clean spacious hotel room(superior room can fit bout 6 people in the room),with a/cond,tv, kettle and etc..theres no shop nearby this hotel..you have to walk for distance to reach the main road to buy groceries.(try the kacang ya..its yummy then our kacang cap tangan in m’sia n try the super maggi cup-perisa ayam bawang!!!very tastyyyy)
for a shopping physio..
yes of cosssss,we went to jln dago,setiabudhi,riau fo..it’s amazingly cheap!!!u can have an ed hardy t-shirts for rph125,000(rm44)..polo ralph lauren baby-t for rph100,000(rm35)..energie(brand that valentino rossi wears) jeans for rph300,000(rm107)..etienne aigner handbag for rph1,000,000(rm350)..cheap kannn??!!
buttttttt…theres 1 thing i did recognised about all this fo..most of them r actually selling the same design of clothes with same prices..so u might end up finding the same item on every fo..
hrmmm…dont forget to ask them for the tourist discounts ya!!we can get 5% off if we’re tourist!!
i dont remember whats the shop name..located out of the fo’s street..(but still in bandung city la)they r selling jeans(levi’s) for a cheap price..my boyfren bought a 501 jeans for rph350,000(rm125)..can u find that price in m’sia???damn….will cost u bout rm500!!!hehe..ladies w572 jeans for below rm100..
i like to go to pasar bharu..mannnn…it’s awesome!!i bought a very beautiful gorjes telekung for my sister for about rph150,000 only(rm53).know hw much does it cost in m’sia??it will cost about rm200!!(well..my sister told me that).the ekin mawi tudung in ter is also cheap..it cost about rm10 only!!in mlaysia they r selling it for rm22!!a beautiful kain ela(comes in a set-with tube,selendang)..which can be sew to a beautiful kebaya(embroided n sequinned) cost me only rph350,000(rm125)..apparently.in jakel jln tunku abdul rahman..it will cost me rm600!!
eating…hrmmm..dun worry..there’s a lot of restaurant in bandung..they r cheap n yummy!(except their western cuisine..they taste sucks, dont ever try eatin their western food!!)
try the sundanese cuisine,its delicious..they serve it hot..try their gurame bakar cili kicap(ikan bakar lah),capcai(mix vege)!!!they also selling many type of snack..i love the lidah lembu(it really looks like a cow tongue,but its not!!!)its made from banana..they slice it nipis2..then smoke it..the taste is like heaven…sedaPPPPP!!!
i even went to bandung supermall which is like our mid valley mall in m’sia..
goshhhh..i spent a lot in here.coinsidencely,the timing is right..they r having a sale…
i bought a tag heuer spectacle frame for just for rm1050 which in m’sia will cost me around rm 1400!!
guess wedges shoe for rm70 which in m’sia will cost me rm380!!
lacoste shoes for rm102 while in m’sia its rm300.
lacoste girl shirt for rm102 while in the garden mid valley i checked the price is rm389!!!!
phewwww…hehe..
surprisingly,in bandung..even buying watch from watches shop..u can bargain them..heres the deal,my fren wants to buy a guess watch.in m’sia..we saw the price is about rm485(i round bling2 watch,with 3 straps)so,there i for..i bargain the price with the salesboy…after bargain..bargain..n bargaining…i managed to get it for rm280 for my frens!! voilaaaa…!!!hehe..
ok…i jot down all my stories in bandung to u guys…n i have a lil question for u guys..
is anybody here know whats the starting date/month for bandung to have big sale??im goin ter on tis june 10th.
*i only bought rm1k to bandung..tats enough for me to spend for 3d n 2n ter..(eat+shopping money).except for the tag heuer spectacle,i bought it by swiping my credit card lor…haha.other than that,i pay it by cash..
124 izham // Apr 30, 2009 at 8:08 pm
one day i must go there
125 Fan // May 2, 2009 at 5:14 pm
Are you sure the products selling are original? I been to jakarta for many times cause my relatives are there. Those factory outlet are selling good imitation instead or original products
126 Irna // May 6, 2009 at 7:44 am
hi everyone… ive been to bandung once… and i love it!!
its for the shopaholic!
anyway for the hotel if anyone wants a cheap hotel dat cost rm23 per person per nite u can go to ardellia hotel… heres the website… http://www.ardellia-hotel.com/... its very clean and the people there is sooo helpful..
and for supir and car u can get rp300 000 …
papandayan company… petrol is all included.
for FO. there is a lot of it…
i have books on bandung.
jeans fo, heritage, and u shld try branded club house. they sell perfume there…
and u shld try pasar baru… because its very cheap there and u can buy cloth for hari raya… any enquiry can email me.. have fun guys!
im goin there this 14 may! cun wait..!!
127 nol // May 12, 2009 at 4:20 am
hie..how about the tax if i buy a lot things for my family..?
128 arika // May 18, 2009 at 4:43 pm
hi..i’ve already purchased a flight ticket to bandung on 30/09/2009…i wanted to shop..shop..shop..but my main concern is i dont want to waste my trip visitng places with not so much intrested goods..would you recommed me some of favourite factory outlets..i’m also looking foward into branded handbags would you please advised me…would much be appreciated..
129 mas cute // May 25, 2009 at 8:27 pm
Hi ,
We will going to bandung on 17-20/6/09.We still not decide which hotel to stay in.
Can u advice us all these below concern..:
1)really want to know the cheap hotel but comfortable n nearest to shopping centre. ..our planning to stay at Hotel Prago..is it ok? Any suggestion for Hotel
2) want to know bot trasportation sevice.Taxi or Angkutan (Pak Supir) is better? ..i heard that one of the cab service there,Bluebert is better to rent n will charge with reasonable price…but i’m not sure ..
3) where FOs we can shop for the handbags,pefume, jeans, original leather..
4) Any suitable for Makan which is nice, cheap n halal..hehe :D
5) how to travel to Tangkuban Perahu . I heard there have a place name “Kawah Putih” which is nice place n better than Tengkuban Perahu.
6) Which is better..pay by cash or cedit card (when shopping).. ?
I hope we will have a pleasure journey in Bandung and appreciate if u can help us for guidline n some information.
Thanks…
130 Duyung // May 31, 2009 at 2:09 am
Hi..
Can u giv some advise..where tu buy beautiful n cheap ‘telekung’ and also ‘tudung’.
131 enn // Jun 1, 2009 at 1:53 pm
hi, Im going to bandung this 6th June. Wondering where to shop for good and beautiful lace for my wedding day? How about the price?
and also for kad kawen+alas dulang+langsir
budget agak2 berapa ya?
tq
132 sarimah // Jun 2, 2009 at 10:33 am
Hi Irna, can i have contact number for Papandayan company for supir and car… I’m going this 6th June 2009.
133 jasmine // Jun 2, 2009 at 11:47 am
hi,
Can i know where’s the most popular factory outlet’s and which hotel to stay?
Thanks for guideline and information
134 juraimizainal.awang // Jun 2, 2009 at 3:33 pm
Tips:
Factory Outlets in Bandung
Bandung is really a shopping paradise with so many factory outlets to let you shop till you drop. The clothes sold in these factory outlets are seasonal. What is sold in these outlets depends on the supply from their distributors which offer overruns and seconds on export garments at bargain prices. The foreign store and foreign currency price tag often is still on the item i.e. US$ 65 with the Rp price next to it: Rp 45,000 (US$4.50).
The shops carry both Grade A (best quality overruns) and Grade B (seconds with something wrong with them so they didn’t pass quality inspection by the buyer). Some also carry factory rejects but they wouldn’t broadcast that fact! Depending on the agreements between buyers/factories and factory outlets, the items are often put up for sale 3-6 months after they go on the market for full price elsewhere.
Don’t be surprised if you see ‘Made in Korea’ or ‘Made in Thailand’ (to name a few) tags on the clothes too as many of the shops buy from agents who represents factories in these countries. Or, they are really made in Indonesia and mis-labeled on purpose.
Local production for the local market is offered in the shops as well with very different quality. Buyer beware because some of the stores also sell fakes along with the factory seconds.
After you’ve been to a few of these stores, you’ll start to see similarities in stock. Asking the shops in Jakarta if they are branches of Bandung stores, few would admit it but a lot of them are selling the same items but usually for the same price in Jakarta as Bandung. Makes you wonder.
Enjoy bargain hunting!
135 sue // Jun 4, 2009 at 10:49 am
leslie,
just wanna knw is it safe if u travel all alone?
136 ilnana_04 // Jun 4, 2009 at 3:52 pm
Rosenah,
Can you give info where is the place that for curtains tailor made?
ilnana_04
137 mono_liners // Jun 5, 2009 at 9:16 am
Rosenah,
Where to get curtain tailor made? Pasar Baru?
138 Aida // Jun 5, 2009 at 2:36 pm
I’m going to Bandung on 25July09 and need contact for transportation. I’ve got a quote from someone and he’s charging 575000 per day for Avanza (incl petrol and driver). I think it’s a bit expensive. Can someone give me a better contact who can offer a better rate.
139 missy bandung // Jun 7, 2009 at 8:56 pm
hi all
A nice place for you,please go to
http://setramurni.blogspot.com
http://rumah-sewaan.blogspot.com
140 Sheryl // Jun 9, 2009 at 1:03 pm
Hi, everyone. I will be going to Bandung next week (17 - 20 June 2009). Would like to find out more on the factory outlets. Anyone could list down any outlets that are selling fake and genuine branded stuff? Heard that TAS TERMINAL is selling fake handbags and accessories. Please advise. Thank you so much.
141 ortega // Jun 16, 2009 at 10:45 pm
if u go to bandung,please..please…be sure that ur walet is full!if not,u wiil regret!this is confesion of shoperholic!
142 Carlos g // Jun 22, 2009 at 7:01 am
Love your blog…I want go to Bundung this mounth…I will arrive in Jakarta 10pm…How the best way to get to Bundung the same day? Bus? Train? Taxi? thanks for the help’
143 ilnana_04 // Jun 24, 2009 at 4:34 pm
Aida..can contact Pak Budi+62816613442. Charge rp450,000 (incl petrol, parking fee & driver) per day for nissan anse/toyota kijang. rp550,000 (incl petrol, parking fee & driver) for innova & suzuki apv
144 ann // Jun 25, 2009 at 7:26 pm
salam
i’ve been to bandung last year n plan to go this deepavali :). just wanna give u an idea… please try eating at Raja Sunda restaurant….makanannya walla jilat jari & dont forget to try air gunung sedap gila… really refreshing
145 ann // Jun 25, 2009 at 10:27 pm
i was searching for something but i end up opening this site and read few of the comments. ive been to indonesia for more than 10 years as i do business related wif indonesian products.
about the shopping, yes! they were selling very2 cheap but after all, it is all fake! if u dont mind getting fake things, then go to bandung. even they said is factory outlet, most of the product, is make in indonesia. mostly none of it from overseas.
d only shop dat i can rely on is rumah mode as the owner of that boutique is my mom’s fren *being fren after a few times visit and never walk away from paying Rp 10 millions. since i have 5 siblings.
i alwiz call her to ask whether she take stocks from us and europe. but surely, i can see lots of things dat were fake! but if u dont mind, a lot of armani exchange shirt, guess, bebe, burberry, ed hardy dat cost u around rm50 d most!
about jeans, u can see lots of fake one but among of it, there is original too. but dont expect it to be cheap. i think around rm100 also.
these shops in malaysia alwiz had their clearance warehouse sale. u can alwiz check in my blog for newest sale in town. i just dont want u to waste ur money to bandung and buy fake things but actually u can get d original in kl itself.
but bandung had lotsa place to visit! =) i alwiz stay at arjuna hotel which is a bit far from centre but its a nice hotel and clean. holiday villa is quite ok too.
advisable if u want to hopping in and out of shops, better get car for u. but if u have only few places to go, taxi shud be fine. but alwiz take bluebird and let ur concierge know where ure going. for safety reasons. u might never know rite?
so have fun in bandung and dont spent ur money too much on things dat u dont really need!
146 ann // Jun 25, 2009 at 10:30 pm
duyung : alwiz padang! if u wanna buy telekung and tudung. very2 cheap.. selling tudung like only Rp 20,000 and nice telekung which in kl, d most expensive one sell in kl around rm1,500 sometimes.. i can get in padang only rm700. im very satisfied wif the quality & the beautiful of it.
147 ann // Jun 25, 2009 at 10:38 pm
linda : etienne aigner handbag u can get all around e-boutiques around rm100-rm400. d price is cheap in us dats y can sell around dat price. after shipping to msia. =P in indonesia, i dunnno wut to say esp in bandung. i can never trust d shops down there.
perfumes in indonesia, advisable dont buy! they didnt sell the original one. trust me! only d one in sogo i think might be.. i can trust but only 50% of my heart. sometimes in kl, metrojaya and perfumes distributors were doing clearance sale which u can get perfumes such as ralph lauren notorious, dunhill pursuit, mont blanc for only rm100. *sigh!
148 nasarizah abu // Jul 4, 2009 at 2:04 pm
i want go to bandung this coming 31st july 2009. can anyone give advise with hotel the best.
149 zamm // Jul 28, 2009 at 2:52 pm
salam
i will go to bandung just around the corner. i would like to know,where is the oulet or FO that i can get whole things of Louis Vuitton..
plzz inform me as soon as possible.plzzzzz
150 Yanie // Jul 29, 2009 at 4:43 pm
woww !! so many infos i get from this website…thanks..it really3x help me to plan my holiday wif my sister in law. We will fly to Bandung on 6/08/2009 until 9/08/2009 by airasia n stay at Cassadua Guest Hotel…This is our 1st time to bandung n hope will be a very2x great journey…
151 evangeline // Jul 29, 2009 at 7:33 pm
i just got back from bandung and all the clothes that i bought are branded.i would like to know if since they’re so cheap are they fake or authentic especially my ralph lauren shirt.
can anyone tell me?
152 Azl // Aug 6, 2009 at 12:02 am
just came back today from Bandung ,
Me from Singapore , probably my 7th time there , but this is the first real shopping trip , most of the time was just catching up with my wifes family in pameungpeuk ….
this time around , went to factory outlets like Rumah Mode and it was great , i just love the Ambercrombie bermudas and all and for girls the esprit dresses and lots of other stuff….basically there is everything for everyone ….and i also love the local designer shops along Jalan sultan agung , got a couple of Jackets , wallets and bags…
did not really have time to check the rest ….
On our 3rd day , we went to Tangkuban Prahu , wonderful view but that is all i guess finally i get to see it ……then went to Ciater soak my feet in 42 degrees water ….feels good , did not plan to swim so after some horse riding and photo taking , we went for early dinner at Daun Kelapa or something , a restaurant in the middle of a jungle which accepts credit cards ….pretty surprising , price is a bit on high side but food serving is huge and its pretty tasty ….
Anyway thanks for the recommendation , My driver was mainly Pak Dadang 081586477705 which was recommended by someone here …
he is extremely experienced and friendly …..will call him again next time i am there ……might be pretty soon , ha ha
153 rosenah abdul karim // Aug 8, 2009 at 12:39 am
Dear BN, Linda, Ilnana, Mono_liners, Aida,
Glad to share some info though its a late reply.
1. My hubby got his Paul Smith from Blossom Factory Outlet in Jalan Dago. Tips to get a good catch out of shopping at FO’S in Bandung:
i) Don’t get too excited and start grabbing and paying for whatever catch your eyes (and your heart). Explore, take your time and make comparisons. FOS at Jalan Dago are not as famous and as popular as the ones at Jalan Setiabudi and Jalan Riau but wow, they’ve good fashionable products at good prices if you care to explore.
2. For curtains, go to Jalan Alkateri. All the shops along this road sells and take orders for curtains. It can be ready in 2-3 days depending on your design. Don’t forget to bring your measurements.
2. Rental for Avanza would normally cost RP450,000. (driver and petrol included).But u could also opt for a Bluebird Taxi or other public transport if u want to save on costs. Its recommended that u hire an Avanza and share the cost if u travel in a group. The advantage is u can have the driver from morning until 8 p.m to take u from one shopping destination to another. Wherelse if u hire u a taxi or public transport, the driver will just drop u and u’ll have to search for another to take u home. And don’t forget that you have shopping bags that you have to carry along in search for a taxi or bus home? Just imagine…
3. For any more information, please e-mail me, I’d be glad to help. I’d be going there again in December and this time I’m going to get those Sandersons and Laura Ashley Kind Size bedspreads from the Summit FO. Would you give it a miss if you can get em for less than RM100.00 (harga Obral-which means SALE) when it cost around RM 450.00 in KL? I just can’t wait…..
154 cikmuda.kuku // Aug 16, 2009 at 12:55 am
hye! me and my friends really excited about going trip to bandung. can’t wait to shop shop shop. thanks for your simple and packs tips. btw, we’re just teens. omg!
155 olivia // Aug 19, 2009 at 5:19 pm
anyone know if the outlets be open on hari raya puasa which is 20 sept?
156 Hong // Aug 21, 2009 at 10:49 pm
Will be going to Bandung next week. Need advise on transportation from airport to hotel as well as around the city area
157 widyan // Aug 24, 2009 at 3:21 am
Hi,
Its nice to know that you like to go to Bandung. My tour n trvl company provide ground arrangement services for transport, hotels, tours, etc. I handled a lot of Msians, Sporeans and Japanese coming to Indonesia. Contact me if you need our services..dyan.91@gmail.com or widyan@fat-indonesia.com. Byeee
158 muhammad // Sep 4, 2009 at 10:21 am
hi all,me and my other 2 friends will be heading down to bandung in Oct….any good hotels to recommend…..or good drivers over there?
159 azhar // Sep 6, 2009 at 10:35 am
Hi and good day to all malaysian,
if you want some advice on transportation and accomodation in bandung, dont hesitate to email me at azhar008@gmail.
1)Transportation costs as low as Rp 350,000/day with suzuki APV.
2) We provide ground package as low as Rm 400/head for 3 days/2 night.
3) We advise on the cheapest n quality hotel in town.(free of charge)
You pick a date and well arrange it for you.
160 timey // Sep 11, 2009 at 9:43 am
hye there…can u please give me some suggestion,
how can i go to ‘pekan bandung’ from airport,
and how to get hotel
161 amirrul // Sep 15, 2009 at 8:49 am
hye all…i really wanna go to bandung..but dnt have time yet…if anybody go to bandung in future???wanna ‘pesan’ la..hehehe..can ah????tq
162 kk // Sep 16, 2009 at 11:37 pm
Hi, can anyone tell me is it safe to travel via jakarta to bandung during this coming raya?
163 tasha // Sep 24, 2009 at 1:47 am
im so excited about going to bandung.
can anyone here tell me, where and where not to visit?
i’ll be there for only 4 days and really need to save time. tell me the best place to visit for branded stuff. specificslly.
thanks guys
164 chenta87 // Oct 1, 2009 at 8:37 pm
hello…im going to bandung this 8th to 11 oct 2009. we just have unplan trip which is planed by my bestfriend. we have 4 members heading to to bandung next week, all of us are girls and young. i am very excited because this is my 1st time go to bandung eben indonesia. and the same time i just liltle afraid of being all girls without man. and we will be there without any agents o, just 4 of us and we are very independent :D so far. hope there is no any bad things happen, insyaallah, just not too happy. any advise from some of u people of dangerouse of ‘tips2 selamat’ of being in bandung, fyi, i am also the creepy crazy shopaholic. 1k is enough? maybe enough for mid salary like me. i hust wondering where can i get the tips or info abaout bandung, then i google it and found this log, very helpful averybody was very nice :D
165 chenta87 // Oct 1, 2009 at 8:49 pm
hello…im going to bandung this 8th to 11 oct 2009. we just have unplan trip which is planed by my bestfriend. we have 4 members heading to to bandung next week, all of us are girls and young. i am very excited because this is my 1st time go to bandung even indonesia. and the same time i just little afraid of being all girls without man. and we will be there without any agents , just 4 of us and we are very independent :D so far. hope there is no any bad things happen, insyaallah, just not too happy. any advise from some of u people of dangerous of ‘tips2 selamat’ of being in bandung, fyi, i am also the creepy crazy shopaholic. 1k is enough? maybe enough for mid salary like me. i just wondering where can i get the tips or info about bandung, then i google it and found this blog, very helpful everybody was very nice :D
166 Kartini // Oct 6, 2009 at 12:11 am
should any of you need go around Bandung with enjoyable /friendly/knowledgeable/trustworthy
do not hesitate to call me in kl-tq
167 Dani // Oct 16, 2009 at 12:13 am
Hi all,
will be ging to Jakarta and Bandung.
Was wondering if anyone has any contact for transportation in Jakarta? Many Thanks
Also if anyone has transport contact for Bandung is also appreciated.
my email: redifussion@hotmail.com
168 Sunarti Jumadi // Oct 16, 2009 at 1:40 pm
I would like to enquire, will the shops be closed on 15 to 17 Feb 2010, during chinese new year in Singapore?
169 Koon // Oct 20, 2009 at 9:59 am
Don’t ever use the travel agent Zafiracar… had a very bad experience with them. Booked their family package online, told me is Aston Apartment (4 stars), but when I reach there, just dump me to the adjoining apartment but not manage by Aston. smelly bathroom and don’t even prepare the extra bed that I requested. To my horror, when I talk to the boss (Tarmidzi Yusuf), that stupid guy just say it is their package and if I don’t like it just go and look for hotel myself!! imaging I am travelling with kids and stuff. This is the worst travel experience I had so far. So please…please avoid Zafiracar (Tarmidzi Yusuf)…
170 sam // Oct 25, 2009 at 11:03 am
i try to find a branded thing in malaysia i save m y time at malaysia toget allthings….
171 sam // Oct 25, 2009 at 11:07 am
i going to bandung so i thing if i gothere i will get factory outlets i go to malaysia in july i feel everyone could not tell how to go to voj…..im sooooo……
172 Casalin // Oct 27, 2009 at 10:46 pm
I planning to go to Bandung for shopping. I would like to know is that all of the branded goods are authenic? Normally is from where? Imported? If i bought a lot of clothes, shoes, bag and etc… is that need to pay the tax? Hope to hear from you soon. Thanks!
173 linda // Jan 26, 2010 at 12:27 pm
hi rosenah abd karim..
yup…i agreed..
always explore..make comparison..then only,u’ll be able to get things with cheaper price.
n i noticed 1 thing..
for accesories(such hairclip,bangle,ring)..dont buy them at the fo..
they sell it with high price..
opt to pasar bharu..(g floor..)
u cn get d same accesories there with cheaper price.
u can save about rm5-8 per accesories if u buy them frm pasar bharu.
ya..u’re rite..
thats what i’ve been tellin all my frens..
i suggest them to hire pak supir rather than going around with cab..
it will only waste ur time to think n wait for a cab to take u to 1 place..after doing some shopping,u have to find another cab AGAIN to take u to another place lagi..and it wil go on n on n on..*haiyaaaa*
then u have to carry all ur shopping bag yang penuh dekat tangan keluar masuk teksi/fo/spa centre/shopping complex/restaurant..*auewwwwww*
i’am goin to bandung again on tis summer..
thinking of having pak dadang as the pak supir..
try to call him wit the num u guys suggested in here..but i can’t reach him..anybody??any pak dadang num?help pleaseeeee!!!
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