Yogyakarta Travel Guide

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Prambanan
Yogyakarta
Affandi Museum showing art and interior views
Yogyakarta
Malioboro Street

Yogyakarta Travel Guide Video

Discover ancient temples, traditional batik, wayang shadow puppetry and gamelan music in the city that holds the key to Java’s cultural heritage. 

The city of Yogyakarta is the perfect place to explore Java’s rich culture and traditions. Known for its protection of local heritage and customs, Yogyakarta is a hub for fine Javanese art, craft, music, poetry, ballet and puppetry. Explore the magnificent temples of Borobudur and Prambanan, and gain an insight into Buddhist, Hindu and Javanese culture.

Yogyakarta is one of the oldest cities in Indonesia. A short stroll around the historic district will bring you past the Sultan’s Palace (Kraton Ngayogyakarta) and its stately main court, mosque and museum. Admire the Central Post Office (Kantor Pos Besar) and the Tugu Monument. Grab a snack from a street vendor and watch the locals playing street chess near the Kraton complex.

To learn about Javanese culture and history, head to the Museum Sonobudoyo, the Museum Batik or Fort Vrederburg. Browse historical artefacts and traditional handicrafts such as batik, wayang puppets, masks and gamelan instruments. Discover Yogyakarta’s thriving art scene at the Affandi Museum and Cemeti Art House.

Don’t miss Yogyakarta’s breathtaking ancient temples, known locally as candi. Wander through numerous shrines and monuments at Prambanan, a collection of towering Hindu temples with intricately carved domes. The stunning Borobudur Buddhist temple dates back to the 9th century and is located in Magelang, 1 hour’s drive from Yogyakarta.

Relax with a massage treatment or sunrise yoga and meditation classes. Play a round of golf overlooking Mount Merapi. During your visit, try local cuisine, such as sweet curry with jackfruit, palm sugar, coconut milk and chicken. In January, the city celebrates Java’s Muslim culture with the traditional Sekaten festival.

Reach Yogyakarta by flying into Adisucipto International Airport, or catch the regional bus or train. In the city, get around by taxi, bus or tricycle rickshaw. Make sure you haggle and agree on a price before getting into the rickshaw. To make the most of Yogyakarta’s outdoor activities, visit during the dry season, from July to September.

Where to stay in Yogyakarta

Yogyakarta

Malioboro

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Malioboro. You might want to make time for a stop at Malioboro Mall or Pasar Beringharjo.

Malioboro
Kraton Complex

Central Yogyakarta

3.5/5(13 area reviews)

Central Yogyakarta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pasar Beringharjo and Malioboro Mall.

Central Yogyakarta
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Kampung Ketandan

While Kampung Ketandan may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Pasar Beringharjo and Malioboro Mall.

Kampung Ketandan
Novotel Suites Yogyakarta Malioboro
Novotel Suites Yogyakarta Malioboro
4 out of 5
Jalan Malioboro 52 58 Suryatmajan, Danurejan, Yogyakarta, Special Region of Yogyakarta
The price is Rp923.000 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp923.000
Rp1.116.830 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Yogyakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Malioboro Street and Malioboro Mall are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (55 reviews)
"The hotel was fine. The room was good value. Breakfast was OK. The mall next to the hotel has few interesting shops but does have a couple of useful supermarkets. Walking around is hard with all the motorbikes taking up the road and footpaths but that is generalised and not specifically the hotel's ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Novotel Suites Yogyakarta Malioboro
Swiss-Belexpress Yogyakarta
Swiss-Belexpress Yogyakarta
3 out of 5
99 Jl. Kusumanegara, Yogyakarta, Jogja
The price is Rp315.124 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp315.124
Rp381.299 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Yogyakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Malioboro Street and Sasana Among Rogo ...
6/10 (1 review)
"タオルがシャワー用のみ、2泊め提供されず請求に手間がかかった。 洗面扉が金庫にあたり完全に開かない。 駐車場が狭く送迎時に混雑して時間がかかる。 清潔なホテルですが、あまりお勧めしません。"

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2025

Swiss-Belexpress Yogyakarta
Hotel Tentrem Yogyakarta
Hotel Tentrem Yogyakarta
5 out of 5
Jl. P. Mangkubumi 72A, Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta
The price is Rp1.800.000 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
Rp1.800.000
Rp2.178.000 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Yogyakarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Malioboro Street and Tugu Yogyakarta are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (301 reviews)
"Good staff, great pool"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Hotel Tentrem Yogyakarta
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Prawirotaman Homestay Syariah
Prawirotaman Homestay Syariah
2 out of 5
No.171 Timuran, Yogyakarta, Jogja
Stay at this holiday home in Yogyakarta. Enjoy free parking, on-site spa services and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Malioboro Street and Batik Plentong ...
Prawirotaman Homestay Syariah
D'kraton Villa by Dparagon
D'kraton Villa by Dparagon
2.5 out of 5
62 Jl. Ngadinegaran, Yogyakarta, Jogja
Stay at this villa in Yogyakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Malioboro Street and Alun Alun Kidul are located ...
D'kraton Villa by Dparagon
The Sarimbit Heritage Villa Yogyakarta
The Sarimbit Heritage Villa Yogyakarta
3 out of 5
No.14 Jl. DI Panjaitan, Yogyakarta, Jogja
Stay at this 3-star villa in Yogyakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Malioboro Street and Alun Alun Kidul are ...
The Sarimbit Heritage Villa Yogyakarta
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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