Discover things to do in Makassar.
Makassar is a gateway to the islands and the ocean’s edge of Sulawesi. Known for its coastal sunsets, fresh seafood, and maritime charm, it’s a port city with local flavor and laid-back warmth.
A place to slow down and soak it all in — your trip itinerary should vibe with the adventure. We cut through the noise and filtered out the fluff.
These are the top 5 activities travelers genuinely rave about.
Top 5 picks from the Foresyte community.
#5 Rammang-Rammang
Shared by Orion – 18 ❤️
“It felt like entering another world. Towering limestone cliffs, mirror-like rivers, and a boat ride so quiet we could hear the birds speaking. We wandered through rice paddies, waved to farmers, and stumbled into a cave temple older than memory. Magic. Pure and still.”
#4 Exploration 🚶
Shared by Paige Emerson – 68 ❤️
“No plan. Just movement. We wandered alleys painted in murals, browsed handmade textiles in street stalls, and shared nods with locals who smiled with their whole faces. We didn’t check boxes — we let the city show us what it wanted.”
#3 Waterfall Hike đź’¦
Shared by Adam White – 102 ❤️
“A bumpy ride, a muddy trail, and then — paradise. The waterfall roared through dense forest like it had something to prove. We swam beneath it, laughing like kids, and dried off on sun-warmed rocks. Just us, the jungle, and a sky that held nothing back.”
#2 Makassar Mystique 🌊
Shared by Abigail Garcia – 124 ❤️
“Makassar, Indonesia was a weekend full of wonder — raw, real, and full of mystique. Tucked between karst cliffs and harbor breezes, this wasn’t your average tropical escape. It was a cultural swirl of spice, stories, and moments that hit a little deeper than expected. Makassar didn’t perform for us — it revealed itself, one quiet, powerful moment at a time. A place where nature roars, food comforts, and the city feels like a heartbeat you can tap into if you’re still enough to listen. From the first step off the plane, the air felt different — thicker, older, filled with something sacred. Makassar didn’t dazzle with flash. It invited us in with warmth, flavor, and soul. We didn’t just visit — we felt it.”
#1 Attractions 📸
Shared by Steph Wilde – 140 ❤️
“Fort Rotterdam, Losari Beach, the floating mosque — all beautiful, all part of the story. But the best attraction? The energy of the city itself. Humble, proud, and unapologetically Makassar.”
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