Malioboro Travel Guide
Yogyakarta
Popular places to visit
Fort Vredeburg Museum
See the fascinating dioramas showcasing significant events in Indonesian history and wander through the pretty gardens of this Dutch colonial fortress.
Yogyakarta Presidential Palace
Browse the art galleries in the president’s home and learn about the decisions made here relating to the struggle against Dutch settlers.
Malioboro Street
Spend a day exploring Yogyakarta’s liveliest commercial district, which is famous for its batik stores, street food and historic landmarks.
Tugu Yogyakarta
Capture spectacular night photos of the popular and luminous White Monument that holds geographical and spiritual value for the locals.
Gembira Loka Zoo
Cross the bridges on the Gajahwong River to see the Komodo dragons, orangutans and hippos that inhabit this eclectic zoo.
Taman Sari
The majestic water pools and fountains in this luxury palace were built to hide and pamper the sultan and his concubines.
Things to do
Yogyakarta: Borobudur Climb-up and Prambanan Guide Tour
Kagungan Dalem Tamansari Kraton Yogyakarta
Top hotels in Malioboro
Melia Purosani Yogyakarta
Room was clean. Breakfast was good, had selections of western and traditional javanese/indonesian food.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
ibis Styles Yogyakarta
Room, a/c, staff, location all good. No complaints.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Hotel O Yogyakarta near Jalan Malioboro formerly Malio Inn
Very straightforward check-in and my room was very well air-conditioned
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Malioboro Prime Hotel
The towels are old and look dirty, same with bed sheets. The toilet and showers seem need fixing or updated.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2023
Grage Yogyakarta Hotel
On the surface, this is a modern hotel with reasonable facilities. However, there are loads of pros and cons. The rooms are a little bit worn, staff don’t speak that much English and most of the clients are Indonesian. Breakfasts offer loads of choice: two rice options, one noodle, a veg stir-fry ...
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel De Djokja
Other neighbourhoods around Malioboro
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 Fort Vredeburg Museum.
Central Yogyakarta
Central Yogyakarta is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pasar Beringharjo and Fort Vredeburg Museum.
