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Surabaya’s port and waterfront in pictures

22/10/2026 19 photos

Surabaya is a major commercial city in East Java, and Tanjung Perak is its principal port. Shipping and logistics connect the city with markets across Indonesia and beyond. Around the harbour, look for the mix of cargo facilities, ferries, passenger terminals and urban activity that reveals how the port works as both a transport hub and part of the city’s waterfront.

To explore, seek public waterfront areas for harbour and city views, or visit the visitor-oriented Surabaya North Quay. The images also show passenger facilities at Gapura Surya Nusantara and Ujung Port, along with buses, street vendors and vessels at the piers. Keep clear of restricted port operations; working areas and vehicle gates are not public viewpoints. Allow time to notice how passenger journeys and cargo handling share this broad port district.

Plan your visit

Viewpoints: Seek public waterfront areas for harbour and city views.
What to notice: Look for the mix of cargo facilities, vessels and urban life.
Safety: Keep clear of restricted port operations.

Wide view of Tanjung Perak Harbour in Surabaya — A broad view of Tanjung Perak Harbour, Surabaya’s principal port. From a public waterfront area, visitors can take in the vessels and working harbour. Photo: Muhammad Arsy Habilah / Wikimedia Commons, CC0 (public domain dedication) · CC0 (public domain dedication)

Container stacks in the TPS Tanjung Perak yard — Rows of containers fill the TPS Tanjung Perak yard, showing the port’s role in moving goods. It offers a close look at the facilities behind the harbour traffic. Photo: Hernawan Widhi from Banyuwangi, Indonesia / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0 · CC BY 2.0

Traditional vessels at a harbour on Perak, Surabaya — Traditional vessels gather at a harbour on Perak in Surabaya. The scene offers a contrast with the port’s larger commercial facilities and shipping activity. Photo: ronnie.muhadi / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0 · CC BY-SA 3.0

KM Dharma Ferry VII preparing to berth at Jamrud North Pier — KM Dharma Ferry VII prepares to berth at Jamrud North Pier. The ship connects Tanjung Perak with Balikpapan, illustrating the port’s links across Indonesia. Photo: id:User:Mujionomaruf / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

KM Bukit Raya preparing to depart Tanjung Perak — KM Bukit Raya prepares to leave Tanjung Perak for Pontianak. Watching ferries and passenger ships gives a sense of the port’s role in inter-island travel. Photo: id:User:Mujionomaruf / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Exterior of the Gapura Surya Nusantara passenger terminal — The passenger terminal building at Gapura Surya Nusantara serves travellers using Tanjung Perak. Its exterior is a useful landmark when exploring the passenger-port area. Photo: id:User:Mujionomaruf / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Surabaya North Quay building at Tanjung Perak port — Surabaya North Quay occupies a building within Tanjung Perak port. It is a visitor-oriented spot associated with harbour views, distinct from restricted working areas. Photo: id:User:Mujionomaruf / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Passenger terminal area, historic roof and Vessel Traffic Service building — The view brings together the Gapura Surya Nusantara passenger area, the roof of the former Havenkantoor and the port’s Vessel Traffic Service building. Photo: id:User:Mujionomaruf / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

First-aid clinic, café and minimarket at Jamrud Corner — Jamrud Corner combines a first-aid clinic with a café and minimarket. These facilities provide practical services for people spending time around the port. Photo: id:User:Mujionomaruf / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Street vendors outside port offices and the Vessel Traffic Service building — Street vendors work in front of the harbourmaster’s office and Vessel Traffic Service building. The view captures everyday activity alongside port administration. Photo: id:User:Mujionomaruf / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Waterfront view of Ujung Port in Surabaya — A view of Ujung Port, part of Surabaya’s wider harbour area. The port’s waterfront offers a different perspective on the city’s busy maritime connections. Photo: Sakurai Midori / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0 · CC BY 3.0

KMP Wicitra Dharma berthed at Ujung Port — KMP Wicitra Dharma is berthed at Ujung Port. Ferries such as this one make the port a point of connection between Surabaya and other destinations. Photo: Sakurai Midori / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0 · CC BY 3.0

KMP Joko Tole alongside the Ujung Port quay — KMP Joko Tole lies alongside the Ujung Port quay. The close view shows a passenger vessel at the pier, rather than the container-handling side of the harbour. Photo: id:User:Mujionomaruf / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Cargo vessel working beside a pier at Ujung Port — A cargo vessel works beside the Ujung Port pier. This is a useful view of the freight activity that sits alongside passenger services in Surabaya’s port district. Photo: id:User:Mujionomaruf / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Street-food stalls and Vessel Traffic Service building at Ujung Port — A row of street-food stalls stands near the Vessel Traffic Service building at Ujung Port. The scene shows local activity at the edge of the port. Photo: id:User:Mujionomaruf / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Passenger waiting area and former footbridge at Ujung Port — The Ujung Port passenger waiting area stands beside the remains of a footbridge. Travellers can use the terminal area while waiting for a ferry. Photo: id:User:Mujionomaruf / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Quay at Ujung Port, Surabaya — The quay at Ujung Port gives a direct view of the working waterfront. Keep to public areas and clear of port operations when looking around. Photo: id:User:Mujionomaruf / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ujung Baru bus stop outside Ujung Port — Ujung Baru bus stop sits outside Ujung Port, making it a useful transport landmark for visitors arriving by bus to the harbour district. Photo: id:User:Mujionomaruf / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Vehicle entrance gate to Tanjung Perak port — A dedicated vehicle entrance leads into Tanjung Perak port. Port access is controlled, so visitors should follow signs and stay clear of restricted operations. Photo: id:User:Mujionomaruf / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0

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