Central Yogyakarta Travel Guide
Tourist 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.

Royal Palace of Yogyakarta
Watch a puppet performance and listen to traditional music in the cultural and political heart of the city of Yogyakarta.

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.
Activities

Yogyakarta: Borobudur Climb-up and Prambanan Guide Tour

Yogyakarta: Jomblang & Pindul Cave Guided Adventure

Yogyakarta: Jomblang Cave and Pindul Cave Adventure Trip

Taxi - Yogyakarta International Airport Transfer in Hotel

Yogyakarta: Sunrise Borobudur & Prambanan, with lunch option
Our pick of the best Central Yogyakarta Hotel Deals

The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta - Handwritten Collection
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Melia Purosani Yogyakarta
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Jambuluwuk Malioboro Hotel Yogyakarta
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

Dparagon Malioboro

Novotel Suites Yogyakarta Malioboro
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

Hotel Neo Malioboro by ASTON
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025
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.