Central Yogyakarta Travel Guide
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.
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.
Kraton Complex
Watch a puppet performance and listen to traditional music in the cultural and political heart of the city of Yogyakarta.
Things to do
4 Day Best Jogjakarta Solo - PRIVATE TOUR with GUIDE
Java Culture Museum - Admission Ticket
Yogyakarta City Walking Tour
4 Day Yogyakarta Merapi Borobudur - PRIVATE Tour with GUIDE
Jogja Bromo 4 Days Tour
Private Royal Heritage Tour: Yogyakarta Palace, Watercastle, Sonobudoyo Museum
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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 Fort Vredeburg Museum.
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.