Central Yogyakarta Travel Guide
Visit Central Yogyakarta
Popular places to visit
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.
Taman Sari
The majestic water pools and fountains in this luxury palace were built to hide and pamper the sultan and his concubines.
Fort Vredeburg Museum
See the fascinating dioramas showcasing significant events in Indonesian history and wander through the pretty gardens of this Dutch colonial fortress.
Kraton Complex
Watch a puppet performance and listen to traditional music in the cultural and political heart of the city of Yogyakarta.
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.
Activities
From Yogyakarta: Borobudur Trip with Guided Tour Options
2-Day Excursion to Yogyakarta & Borobudur Temple from Bali
Yogyakarta: Nighttime Walk and Food Tour
From Yogyakarta: Bromo & Ijen 3-Day Tour with Bali Drop-off
Yogyakarta: Selogriyo Temple, Rice Terraces & Waterfall Tour
Merapi Volcano and Great Temples Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Yogyakarta
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.
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.