Yogyakarta 2025: Top Places to Visit & Must-See Attractions

Q: What is Yogyakarta best known for?

Yogyakarta is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, vibrant arts scene, and historical landmarks. It's a hub for Javanese arts and crafts, making it a fascinating destination for those interested in culture and history.

Q: When is the best time to visit Yogyakarta?

The ideal time to explore Yogyakarta is during the dry season, from May to October. During these months, the weather is most favorable for sightseeing and enjoying outdoor activities.

Q: Where should tourists stay in Yogyakarta?

Tourists should consider staying near Malioboro Street, which is the heart of Yogyakarta. This area provides easy access to shopping, dining, and many of the city's main attractions, ensuring a lively and convenient stay.

Q: What activities are recommended for families in Yogyakarta?

Families visiting Yogyakarta can have a great time exploring historical sites like the Borobudur and Prambanan temples, visiting the Taman Sari Water Castle, and enjoying interactive experiences at the Taman Pintar Science Park.

Q: Is Yogyakarta suitable for solo travelers?

Absolutely! Yogyakarta is a safe and welcoming destination for solo travelers. The friendly locals and the opportunity to meet fellow travelers make it an ideal place for those exploring on their own.

Commonly referred to as Jogja or Yogya, this city in the Indonesian island of Java is home to the world’s largest Buddhist temple, interesting fine arts, cultural heritage, and more. Join a sunrise tour to Borobudur and Prambanan, two famous must-visit temples in Yogyakarta.

Capture pictures of the iconic sight of sunlight flooding through the hole on the roof in Jomblang Cave. Watch the spectacular dance and theater performance of an ancient Hindu love story, the Ramayana Ballet, where over 200 dancers and actors perform on an outdoor stage set against the stunning backdrop of the Prambanan Temple.

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Tours • From Yogyakarta

Borobudur and Prambanan Temples Tour in Yogyakarta

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★ 4.7 (547) • 6K+ booked

From NT$ 585

Pindul and Jomblang Cave Day Tour with River Tubing Experience

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Pindul and Jomblang Cave Day Tour with River Tubing Experience

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★ 4.8 (243) • 2K+ booked

From NT$ 686

Events & shows • Yogyakarta

Ramayana Ballet Purawisata Jogja Ticket

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★ 4.6 (106) • 2K+ booked

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Yogyakarta Merapi Kaliadem Private Jeep Tour

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Yogyakarta Merapi Kaliadem Private Jeep Tour

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★ 4.8 (230) • 3K+ booked

From NT$ 526

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Borobudur Temple Tour in Yogyakarta

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★ 4.7 (117) • 1K+ booked

From NT$ 1,111

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ATV and Jeep Merapi Volcano Experience in Kaliurang Yogyakarta

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★ 5.0 (3) • 50+ booked

From NT$ 1,286

Massages • Yogyakarta

Spa Experience at Spa Central Yogyakarta

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★ 4.9 (17) • 200+ booked

From NT$ 673

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Yogyakarta All-Time Favorites Private Day Tour (Per Car Basis)

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★ 4.8 (112) • 800+ booked

NT$ 1,255

Yogyakarta Jomblang Cave & Timang Beach Private Day Tour

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Yogyakarta Jomblang Cave & Timang Beach Private Day Tour

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★ 4.9 (134) • 2K+ booked

NT$ 1,812

Sunrise at Punthuk Setumbu, Borobudur, Merapi Jeep, Prambanan Temple

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Sunrise at Punthuk Setumbu, Borobudur, Merapi Jeep, Prambanan Temple

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★ 4.7 (112) • 1K+ booked

From NT$ 2,689

Zoos & aquariums • Yogyakarta

Gembira Loka Zoo Ticket in Yogyakarta

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★ 4.8 (4) • 50+ booked

NT$ 137

Tours • From Yogyakarta

Prambanan Temple Morning or Sunset Tour in Yogyakarta

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★ 4.5 (179) • 1K+ booked

From NT$ 409

Transport in Yogyakarta

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Yogyakarta Private Car Charter

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★ 4.7 (612) • 3K+ booked

From NT$ 935

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Yogyakarta Private Car Rental with Driver

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★ 4.5 (76) • 500+ booked

From NT$ 1,052

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Yogyakarta Private Custom Sightseeing Tour

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★ 4.8 (58) • 400+ booked

NT$ 1,520

NT$ 1,551

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Jakarta - Yogyakarta Sleeper Bus by Semeru Trans

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Hotels in Yogyakarta

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Greenhost Boutique Hotel

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From NT$ 1,197

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Swiss-Belexpress Yogyakarta

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Swiss-Belboutique Yogyakarta

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★ 4.7 (272)

From NT$ 1,604

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eL Hotel Yogyakarta Malioboro

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★ 4.4 (11)

From NT$ 1,598

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Selaras Inn Syariah

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★ 2.5 (2)

From NT$ 1,170

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Grand Zuri Malioboro Yogyakarta

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★ 4.1 (75)

From NT$ 1,678

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The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta - Handwritten Collection

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★ 4.5 (968)

From NT$ 2,112

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Hotel Tentrem Yogyakarta

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★ 4.6 (290)

From NT$ 4,072

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Liberta Malioboro South

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From NT$ 904

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Whiz Hotel Malioboro Yogyakarta

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★ 3.7 (60)

From NT$ 791

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Grand Serela Yogyakarta

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★ 4.4 (6)

From NT$ 906

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ibis Styles Yogyakarta

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★ 4.2 (391)

From NT$ 1,019

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2025-11-03 09:32:14

Fantastic 5.0

I had an amazing experience with Belinda and her mum. They were so kind. patient and very helpful and they made the whole experience super enjoyable. What i loved most was that we did it at their backyard and the dye that we used were all natural and homemade, thus it is environmentally friendly. I had a very zen and relaxing experience. i definitely would recommend this activity if you are planning to explore batik making the natural way. I suggest you do till the end of the process till you remove the wax so that you get to take home your masterpiece and frame it. Thank you

Yogyakarta Contemporary Batik Workshop and Natural Dyeing

Xin *********

2025-09-07 07:50:23

Fantastic 5.0

Great experience with Mba Edna to make beef rawon almost completely from scratch including picking some ingredients growing in her yard. After cooking together we sat in the prep space with her to eat and chatted about the local culture.

From Garden to Table: Indonesian Cooking Class in Yogyakarta

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2025-10-26 14:32:16

Fantastic 5.0

Fantastic workshop by Pak Padriman & interpreter Gaudiya! Various gamelan elements are explained in great detail and Pak gently guides you through playing the different pieces of music. The location is also gorgeous (view of the rice fields) and is used for cultural education for children as well. During my session, some local children joined in to play a 15-piece gamelan score together. Some musical knowledge or experience is convenient, but not required. I highly recommend checking out this workshop!

Javanese Dance and Gamelan Traditional Music Workshop in Yogyakarta

Melvin ***

2025-11-27 12:10:06

Fantastic 5.0

If you’re going to Yogyakarta, I encourage you to book Greenhost. The location is great, nice restaurants in the surrounding lanes, good massage around too. In the city centre, so most tours can pick you up from here. The hotel is beautiful, lots of photo spots. The staff is very nice. I booked the basic room but it has everything you might need (Except a hairdryer). Overall I love this hotel, it’s very warm and the green really makes you feel like you’re in a nice holiday resort.

Greenhost Boutique Hotel

stephen *****

2025-11-05 10:42:12

Fantastic 5.0

breakfast: western breakfast and local cleanliness:ok service:ok hotel location: center city transport access: don't know

Swiss-Belboutique Yogyakarta

Jane ***

2025-09-11 04:16:28

Fantastic 5.0

It’s such a pleasant experience. Tranquil & serene. nicely & stylishly decorated. International & local buffet breakfast. Staff were friendly & gentle. it is definitely worth considering and coming back again!

The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta - Handwritten Collection

yue *******

2025-10-22 05:17:15

Fantastic 5.0

Our driver is professional and with good driving skill and his car is in good condition and clean. He arrives on time and communicated with us via WhatsApp the day before and during the whole journey. He also recommended good restaurant for our lunch near Ratu Boko. Overall a very nice experience and highly recommend.

Yogyakarta Private Car Charter

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2025-10-23 10:44:26

Fantastic 5.0

The driver assigned to us, Mr/Pak Anto, was early meeting us at our hotel Melia Purosani. He also reached out to me via WA the day before although the company texted me as soon as the booking was confirmed, to ask me what I wanted to do and also suggested some places when I was undecided. Pak Anto was very assuring, friendly and drove us to all the places we wanted to go to shop, eat and sight see. He also assisted my mum up and down the hills, stairs and jeep for our adventure to Pantai Timang. My mum is super happy. He is a very good safe driver. thank you to Pak Anto. Highly recommended. excellent price point. Very good, comfy car.

Yogyakarta Private Car Rental with Driver

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2025-11-29 09:57:17

Fantastic 5.0

Despite a small mishap on the first day, Sir Ei-Gie (my driver/guide) went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable and satisfied throughout the entire trip. I truly enjoyed everything, and I felt well taken care of for the whole duration of my tours. He was incredibly accommodating, engaging, and always made sure I had a great experience. Overall, it was a wonderful trip and I’m very grateful for his excellent service.

2 Day Yogyakarta Highlights Tour: Temples, Volcano, Cave and Beach

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Time zone
GMT +07:00
No time difference
Currency
Indonesian Rupiah
1TWD = 534.61IDR
Official languages
Indonesian
Best time to visit
MAY - JUN
ARTJOG
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
6 hours
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