Conquer the City of Heroes with a New Crew of Explorers

The best spots to meet others are the trendy coffee shops in the Gubeng area or the communal spaces in Tunjungan Plaza. You can also use the Nomax app to find groups planning visits to the House of Sampoerna or the Monumen Kapal Selam.

Surabaya is generally safe with a 7.5/10 rating, though travelers should use Blue Bird taxis or Grab for late-night transport. Stick to well-lit areas like Jalan Tunjungan, which is popular and lively even after dark.

Nomax allows you to browse specific activities happening in Surabaya, such as a group walk to the Monumen Perjuangan Polri or a food tour in Jemursari. You can join these 'happenings' and chat with other verified travelers before meeting up.

Don't miss the chance to see the Patung Karapan Sapi, which celebrates the traditional bull racing culture of Madura. A visit to the historic 'Red Bridge' (Jembatan Merah) area with a companion provides a vivid look into the city's colonial-era struggles.

The Suroboyo Bus is a unique, eco-friendly option where you can pay with plastic bottles, though most travelers prefer the convenience of the TransSemanggi Suroboyo. For group trips, booking a ride-share via Grab or Gojek is the most efficient way to hop between monuments.

While Bahasa Indonesia is the official language and 'Suroboyoan' (a local dialect) is common, English is widely understood in malls and hotels. Having a companion who can help navigate local menus or talk to street vendors in Jemursari makes the experience much smoother.

You must try Rawon, a dark beef soup flavored with keluak nut, and Lontong Balap, a local specialty of rice cakes and bean sprouts. Sharing a large portion of Sate Klopo (coconut-crusted satay) at a street stall is a quintessential Surabaya bonding experience.