Yogyakarta is a bustling town in Java, Indonesia, famous for its cultural heritage and impressive traditional arts. It’s a stunning sight to behold, one of the most culturally rich regions in Asia, and a great experience overall.

Expectedly, the best sights in the city are temples, like Prambanan Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring ballet performances in the evenings, and Borobudur Temple, an 8th Century structure 113-foot high. But it’s also nice to be in touch with the local lifestyle in Yogyakarta by traveling to the lush paddy fields or discovering the art of making batik fabric. For a dreamy escape, head to Kalibiru National Park, highlighted by a small wooden platform where one can see a 360-degree view of a lush green forest and the surrounding mountains.

Yogyakarta has a small airport, the Adisucipto International Airport, which serves regular flights to Jakarta and Bali, both have international connections to major cities. If you choose to travel by land, it could be a taxing 12-hour trip from Jakarta by bus or train.

1. Borobudur Temple

Location: Jl. Badrawati, Kw. Candi Borobudur, Magelang. Approx. 34 km drive northwest of Yogyakarta city center.. Save on Google Maps.

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See also: Places to visit in BaliJakarta Attractions | Yogyakarta Tourist Spots | Spots to See in Mount Bromo Things to do in Komodo Islands.

More travel tips coming up! In the meantine, enjoy this quick list of attractions and tourist spots in Yogyakarta. To help with your trip planning, I’ve added links to the locations on Google Maps. Feel free to click/tap on the links posted. Then, use the “save” feature on the Google Maps app for easy reference. I’ve also shared photos from my Instagram feed. Use Instagram’s save feature for quick access to your travel/feed goals.

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2. Prambanan Temple

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3. Ratu Boko

Location: Jl. Raya Piyungan – Prambanan No.KM.2, Gatak, Bokoharjo, Prambanan. Approx. 16km drive east of Yogyakarta city center; 2km south of Prambanan Temple.. Save on Google Maps.

4. Taman Sari (Water Castle)

Location: Wisata Taman Sari, Jl. Tamanan. Save on Google Maps.

5. Sumur Gumuling (Underground Mosque)

Location: Patehan, Kraton. Save on Google Maps.

6. Jalan Malioboro

Location: Central Yogyakarta. Save on Google Maps.

7. Jalan Sosrowijayan

Location: Central Yogyakarta. Save on Google Maps.

8. Yogyakarta Food Trip

Lumpia Sami JayaLocation: Jl. Malioboro No.18. Save on Google Maps.

Ayam Goreng SuhartiLocation: Jl. Laksda Adisucipto No.208. Save on Google Maps.

Jajan Pasar Mbah SatinemLocation: Jl. Bumijo No.50
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Arya Snack & FoodLocation: Jl. Brigjen Katamso No.42. Save on Google Maps.

Gudeg Mbah LinduLocation: Sosrowijayan Street No. 30. Save on Google Maps.

Mie Lethek Cap Garuda (Cassava Noodles)Location: Bendo, RT. 101. Save on Google Maps.

9. The Ambarrukmo (Royal Palace Residence)

Location: Jl. Laksda Adisucipto No.81, Ambarukmo. Save on Google Maps.

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10. Mount Bromo

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11. Bali

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12. Jakarta

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Bandung

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Komodo

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What places have you added to your bucketlist? Have you been to beautiful places in Yogyakarta that should be on this list? Feel free to share your thoughts!

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Where to Stay in Yogyakarta

Click below & search recommended Yogyakarta hotels/hostels/home rentals within your budget. Remember to set your min/max price, travel dates, and sort by review ratings. I often book online with these trusted booking sites below for rock-bottom prices & convenient bookings.

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Book sooner rather than later if you already have your dates set. Cheaper-priced rooms and hotels with high reviews tend to get fully booked faster, especially during busy days like weekends, holidays & peak tourist seasons.

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