
Clubbing in Jakarta is almost always expensive, especially if you are a heavy drinker. For most high-end nightclubs and bars, the prices are approximately as follow (on weekends): - Entrance fee : Between IDR200,000 and IDR300,000 (usually waived if you book a table or a sofa) - Beer Bintang : IDR70,000 net - Classic cocktail : IDR150,000 net - Bottle of Whisky with 2 mixers: IDR1,500,000 net - Standing round table for 4 people : You must spend a minimum amount between IDR2,000,000 and IDR4,000,000 on drinks and food. - Sofa for 4 people : You must spend a minimum amount between IDR3,000,000 and IDR5,000,000 on drinks and food. Typically, when I go out in Jakarta, I spend about IDR2,000,000 ($140) per night from dinner until sleep. And I don't consider myself a big spender, on the contrary. If you are a backpacker, an expat on a budget, or a student, you are probably wondering how you can party without emptying your bank account. In this article, I will give you