Facts about Serang, Indonesia
| Country | Indonesia |
| Province | Banten |
| Region | Java Island (northwest coast) |
| City Status | Autonomous City (Kota) & Provincial Capital of Banten |
| Established | Historically part of the Banten Sultanate (16th century); established as an autonomous city in 2007 |
| Coordinates | Approximately 6.1200° S, 106.1500° E |
| Total Area | ~266.71 sq km |
| Land Area | ~266.71 sq km |
| Water Area | Includes small coastal and river areas |
| Population (2020) | ~692,101 |
| Population (mid-2024 est.) | ~730,000+ |
| Population Rank | Largest city in Banten Province |
| Administrative Districts (Kecamatan) | Serang, Cipocok Jaya, Curug, Kasemen, Taktakan, Walantaka |
| Main Industries | Government services, trade, agriculture, manufacturing, fisheries |
| Major Transport | Jakarta–Merak toll road access; railway connections to Jakarta and Merak; regional bus terminal |
| Time Zone | Western Indonesia Time (WIB, UTC+07:00) |
| Known For | Provincial government center, historical ties to the Banten Sultanate, Banten Grand Mosque, and coastal culture |
| Website | https://serangkota.go.id/ |
Top Attractions in Serang in Indonesia
- Great Mosque of Serang (Masjid Agung Banten) – historic mosque with stunning architecture
- Old Banten Kraton – ruins of the historic Sultanate palace complex
- Ciujung Riverfront – scenic riverside area ideal for walks and photography
- Serang City Square (Alun-Alun Serang) – central plaza for community events and leisure
- Banten Cultural Museum – museum showcasing local history and culture
- Pulo Seribu Park – green park for relaxation, jogging, and family activities
- Serang Traditional Market – bustling market offering local food, crafts, and goods
- Karangantu Harbor – historic harbor area with scenic views of the coastline
- Maulana Hasanuddin Statue – landmark monument honoring the first Sultan of Banten
- Serang Culinary Street – street famous for traditional Banten dishes and local snacks
Distance from Serang to Other Indonesia Cities
- Serang to Jakarta – 98 km (61 miles)
- Serang to Bandung – 201 km (125 miles)
- Serang to Tangerang – 47 km (29 miles)
- Serang to Bogor – 125 km (78 miles)
- Serang to Semarang – 402 km (250 miles)
- Serang to Yogyakarta – 455 km (283 miles)
- Serang to Surabaya – 697 km (433 miles)
- Serang to Palembang – 528 km (328 miles)
- Serang to Pekanbaru – 1,010 km (628 miles)
- Serang to Medan – 1,425 km (886 miles)
- Serang to Denpasar (Bali) – 858 km (533 miles)
- Serang to Makassar – 1,602 km (995 miles)

