Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Aceh February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk # What to do in Aceh ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Aceh Types of activities [Aceh travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Aceh.dx3000652260) ![Visit Sabang Island, the northwest most island of Indonesia where the Kilometer Zero is started. You can reach this island by airplane or ferry from Banda Aceh, the capital of Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam where this island resides.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6308241/d4bcd22b-1d82-4619-ac36-f0ba5dad9900.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Visit Sabang Island, the northwest most island of Indonesia where the Kilometer Zero is started. You can reach this island by airplane or ferry from Banda Aceh, the capital of Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam where this island resides.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6308241/d4bcd22b-1d82-4619-ac36-f0ba5dad9900.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Iboih Beach - Sabang - Aceh - Indonesia ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6308241/c0c0db43-f8bb-4c68-b12d-9ee922a17298.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful View From Rubiah Island - Sabang - Aceh Rubiah IslandBanda Aceh, Indonesia Rubiah Island is a small island just of the coast of the famous Pulau Weh island north of Banda Aceh. Around this small 26 hectare island is beautiful underwater paradise. If you descend from the island into the water it is like you are stepping into a a big aquarium with so many colorful fishes and coral. This island is perfect for those who want to go diving or snorkeling. If you are not comfortable going underwater you can hire a glass bottom boat and enjoy it as well. There are also may tropical fishes like gigantic clams, angel fishes, school of parrot fishes, lion fishes, and many others making this underwater world even more fascinating. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6308241/864cb989-70d7-4d4f-bf01-1d7b8cb6146c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Space of Hope (Bridge of Hope) Hallway toward the chimney to bring visitors to the Bridge of Hope (the space of hope). Called a bridge of hope because through this bridge visitors can see the 54 flags of the 54 countries who helped Aceh after the tsunami, the same number of flags premises number of stones arranged in the edge of the pond. In each flag and a stone inscribed with the word 'Peace' with the language of each country as a reflection of war and peace in Aceh before the tsunami conflict. With the earthquake and tsunami, the world saw firsthand the situation in Aceh, the Aceh peace support and help, as well as contributing to the building (reconstructed) of Aceh after the disaster occurred. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/705/4f7ef150-0d5d-483d-9d33-e95b7b5b269b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## What to do in Aceh --- ### Popular places to visit ![Baiturrahman Grand Mosque The original Masjid Raya](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/705/9820248d-e4c5-45e3-b314-7dcd2c707d74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Masjid Raya Baiturrahman You can find out about the history of Banda Aceh when you stop by Masjid Raya Baiturrahman. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Masjid-Raya-Baiturrahman-Banda-Aceh.d6254732.Attraction) #### Aceh Tsunami Museum You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Aceh Tsunami Museum during your travels in Banda Aceh. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aceh-Tsunami-Museum-Banda-Aceh.d6254739.Attraction) #### Pantai Lampuuk Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pantai Lampuuk during your trip to Lhoknga? Amble around the area's forests or visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pantai-Lampuuk-Lhoknga.d553248635997366342.Attraction) #### Pasar Aceh Central You can learn about the history of Banda Aceh with a visit to Pasar Aceh Central. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pasar-Aceh-Central-Banda-Aceh.d553248621526916591.Attraction) #### Harapan Bangsa Stadium Catch an event at Harapan Bangsa Stadium during your trip to Banda Aceh. While you're in the area, wander around the forests. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Harapan-Bangsa-Stadium-Banda-Aceh.d6254750.Attraction) #### Taman Sari Park Explore the great outdoors at Taman Sari Park, a lovely green space in Banda Aceh. Take in the museums while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taman-Sari-Park-Banda-Aceh.d6254746.Attraction) #### Gapang Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gapang Beach during your trip to Sabang? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's coral reefs. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gapang-Beach-Sabang.d553248635997366076.Attraction) #### Gunung Merapi Find out about the history of Sabang when you take a trip to Gunung Merapi. Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gunung-Merapi-Sabang.d553248621526916736.Attraction) #### Museum Negeri Banda Aceh You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum Negeri Banda Aceh during your trip to Banda Aceh. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Museum-Negeri-Banda-Aceh-Banda-Aceh.d553248621526916590.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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