Yogyakarta places

Tourism Object
Yogyakarta has numerous tourism objects, mostly are great heritage of old palaces and natural tourism objects. YogYES.COM provides you with entire information on tourism objects in Yogyakarta.
Beach
Baron BeachIn Baron Beach there is a mouth of Underground River that can be used for bathing after playing in the beach.
Congot Beach, the Nuance of Fishermen BeachCongot Beach presents strong fishermen beach nuance. The activity of the fishermen going fishing on motorboats, fish trading and fishing at the seaside are done in this beach.
Depok Beach, Enjoy Seafood Cuisine from Fresh FishDepok Beach serves seafood cuisine from fresh fish and other sea catches in typical nuance of coastal restaurants. Not far from this area, you can see the sand dune panorama as the only such a view in South-East Asia.
Drini BeachThe special character of Drini beach is the coral island with Drini trees on it. As is said, poisonous snakes avoid the wood of this Drini tree.
The Glagah Beach, from Lagoon Scenery to Agro TourismGlagah Beach offers complete beach tourism, ranging from the beautiful lagoon scenery, biking and motocross facilities to coastal agro tourism.
Krakal BeachKrakal Beach
Kukup BeachKukup Beach is rich in sea life and also famous of its various kinds of beautiful fish in sea aquarium or various kinds of beautiful fish sold by the merchants along the beach.
Ngobaran Beach, from Temple to Fried Sea UrchinNgobaran Beach is rich of cultural enchantment; ranging from the temple, the mosque directing to the south, to the hidden culinary potential of fried sea urchin.
Ngrenehan BeachIn Ngrenehan Beach visitor's could see the fisherman's activities and get various fried/ grill fishes as souvenirs.
Parangkusumo, the Love Beach in YogyakartaParangkusumo Beach invites you to feel unforgettable spiritual experience through the Love Stone and to commemorate the meeting between Panembahan Senopati and the Queen of South.
Parangtritis, the Most Popular Beach in YogyakartaThe most popular beach in Yogyakarta, Parangtritis offers varied tourism experiences. You may enjoy the scenery of the beach from the horseback or the horse-cart and see the Peh Cun festival with its extraordinary standing egg attraction.
Sadeng Beach, Visiting the Estuary of the Ancient Bengawan Solo RiverThe line and the estuary of the Ancient Bengawan Solo can be seen when you come to Sadeng Beach. Looking at the present condition while imagining the past time is like witnessing the evolution process. Our eyes will see in astonishment.
Sepanjang, The Old Kuta BeachYou do not have to spend too much money going to Kuta Beach only for sunbathing. You may go to Sepanjang Beach to sun bathe with more beautiful scenery.
Siung Beach, Having 250 Routes for Cliff ClimbingSiung Beach is rich in the huge coral reefs. There are 250 routes for climbing the cliff in the area and you can find the proper sites to enjoy the beach panorama. There is also siung wanara coral reef from which the name of the beach originates.
Sundak Beach, Dog and Sea Urchin Fight which Result a BlessingIt is not only waves that you can enjoy when you go Sundak Beach, but also historical evidences and the existing fortune; for example, the coral cave where a dog fight a sea urchin.
Trisik Beach, Enjoying the Nuance of a Coastal VillageTrisik Beach offers the nuance of beautiful and simple coastal village. You can enjoy the scenery of the fishermen beach and look at the activities of coastal people, from going to the sea to drying the raw material for handicrafts under the sun.
Wediombo Beach, Fishing from the Coral HillFishing at the height of a coral hill to get big fish is certainly extraordinary tour. In Wediombo Beach, you can get not only such an experience but you can try to eat Panjo fish and see the Ngalangi ceremony.
Candi
Borobudur, the Biggest Buddhist Temple in the Ninth CenturyBorobudur is the biggest Buddhist temple in the ninth century measuring 123 x 123 meters. It was completed centuries before Angkor Wat in Kamboja.
Reading the Message from Nirvana in Gampingan TempleGampingan temple that was discovered in 1995 was predicted to be part of Gampingan archeological site. The foot of the temple is decorated with various kinds of animals; one of them is a bird that was believed to be able to bring messages from nirvana.
Candi Gebang (Gebang Temple)The Candi Gebang (Gebang Temple) was established in early Central Java Age (± years 730 - 800). It's background of establishing, however, has remained a mystery.
Ijo Temple, the Temple Located at the Highest Place in YogyakartaIjo (in Javanese language, this word means 'Green') temple is a temple located at the highest place in Yogyakarta that presents natural and cultural enchantment with additional view of taking off and landing airplane.
Revealing the Puzzle of the Ancient Dam nearby Kedulan TempleKedulan temple was discovered in 1993. The finding of this temple and two inscriptions in the excavating location raises a question on the existence of an old village named Pananggaran and a dam nearby.
Candi Mendut (Mendut Temple)Candi Mendut (Mendut Temple) is older than Candi Borobudur. There are stories for children on its walls.
Candi Pawon (Pawon Temple)Candi Pawon (Pawon Temple) is not a grave but as a place to keep King Indra's weapon namely Vajranala.
Plaosan Temple, the Twin Temple in YogyakartaPlaosan temple that was built by Rakai Pikatan has some uniqueness compared to other temples, namely its twin main temple and the terrace with smooth surface. In this temple, there are Vajrapani, Amitbha, and Prajnaparamitha figures.
Prambanan, the Most Beautiful Hindu Temple in the WorldPrambanan is the masterpiece of Hindu culture of the tenth century. The slim building soaring up to 47 meters makes its beautiful architecture incomparable.
21 Yeas construction the Sambisari Temple "Puzzle"After being buried under the earth for hundreds of years, the first slab of the stone was discovered in 1966. It took 21 years to excavate and construct hundreds of "puzzle" pieces of the stones before Sambisari temple finally stands firmly.
Tara Temple, the Oldest Buddhism Inheritance in YogyakartaTara Temple is the oldest Buddhism temple in Yogyakarta that was built by Rakai Panangkaran, the king of Syailendra dynasty who also conceptualized the construction of Borobudur Temple.
Museum & Monument
Affandi Museum, Visiting the Palace of a MaestroAffandi museum is all part of Affandi's life as a painting maestro. At the bank of Gajah Wong River, Affandi used to live, work, and transform his knowledge and now he lives in his eternal home there.
Kekayon Museum, Turning On the Record of Indonesian HistoryA recording of Indonesian history in the form of a replica signing each scene of its development can bee seen in Kekayon Museum. Included in it is the history of the world-known puppet leather.
Yogya Kembali Monument, The Track of Six-Hours Occurrence in YogyakartaIn six hours time the Dutch troop fled in disorder. An attack serves as the return point of the sovereignty of the Republic of Indonesia.
Samudraraksa Ship MuseumSamudraraksa ship succeeds to make a history in Samudraraksa Ship Expedition when it sails to reroute the marine exploration in the eight century.
Sasana Wiratama, Commemorating the Struggle of Prince DiponegoroOf aristocratic class, direct descendant of the Yogyakarta King, but he prefers to live humbly with lay people. Pangeran Diponegoro is one of the strugglers to whom the Dutch colony is afraid.
Sasmitaloka Museum, Visiting The Home of a GuruSudirman is fatherly; holds to principle and conviction; always puts the interests of community and nation. He is the first General as well as the youngest Commander in the Republic of Indonesia.
Sonobudoyo Museum, Admiring the Keris CollectionAs many as around 1,200 keris from all parts of Indonesia can be seen in Sonobudoyo Museum. They range from the keris from Yogyakarta, Solo, Madura,to the ones from Kalimantan (it is called Mandau) and Sulawesi or celebes.
Tugu Jogja, the Most Popular Landmark in YogyakartaTugu Jogja or the Jogja Monument becomes the landmark that is closely linked to Yogyakarta. There is a tradition to hug and kiss this monument after finishing the study in a university.
Ullen Sentalu Museum, Reflection of the Kingdom Ladies' BeautyPoem, batik, clothes and paintings of the ladies of Yogyakarta Kingdom, Surakarta, Mangkunegaran and Pakualaman, are all presented beautifully in Ullen Sentalu museum. A museum seemingly becomes the reflection of the kingdom ladies' beauty.
Places of Interest
Turi Agro Tourism, Enjoying Salak Pondoh in Fruit GardenEnjoying the spread of salak pondoh garden blocks in Turi Agro Tourism while picking the fruit by ourselves and eating them in the garden gives different sensation to other common tourism objects.
Alun-Alun kidul (The South Square), Finding Tranquility and BlessingAlun-Alun Kidul (The South Square) symbolized by a calm elephant offers a tour package to calm someone's heart down, to warm nighttime with ronde and bajigur beverages and to get blessing through Masangin.
Stepping on the First Palace of Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat KingdomPesanggrahan Ambarketawang was the first palace of Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat kingdom. Even though it has been very old, some remains of the building still keep enchantment, including the Saparan ceremony and the reading of traditional Javanese song.
Angkringan Lik Man, Spending Your Night in Yogyakarta with Kopi JossAngkringan is food stall selling rice, side dishes and drinks at very cheap prices. Angkringan Lik Man is serving special drink, namely Kopi Joss or Coffee Joss, this place once was the place for spending the night by some popular leaders of Indonesia.
Adisutjipto, an International Airport in YogyakartaAdisutjipto (or Adisucipto) airport of which width reaches 88,690 m2 has been affirmed as an international airport. The airport that is located in Maguwo area keeps both happy and sad stories.
Beringharjo, a Complete, Traditional Market in YogyakartaBeringharjo has been functioning as a trading place since 1758. Now, it offers more merchandise, ranging from batik, traditional snacks, Javanese herbs, to Buddha effigy costing hundreds thousands.
Bintaran, from the House of Pangeran Bintoro to Indische City Bintaran developed parallel with the coarse of time. Starting from a dwelling place of Prince Haryo Bintoro during the rule of Sri Sultan Hamengku Buwono, this area became an Indische housing area in 1930s.
"Matahari" (The Sun) in the Twilight of Permata TheatrePermata theatre that was founded in 1940s seems to be made younger by Aaron Noble, a muralist from San Fransisco. The mural work entitled "Matahari" (The Sun) looks like shining the twilight of Permata theatre.
Banyusumurup, the Village of Keris AccessoriesBanyusumurup village offers a tour package of seeing the making of keris accessories , from the seath to the pendok.
Serangan Village, Visiting the Home of the Keris-carversSerangan village invites you to see the activities of the keris-carvers; a very important yet often forgotten profession related to keris. They decorate keris with carvings and golden to diamond accessories.
Gabusan Market, Handicraft Paradise in BantulGabusan Art Market that accommodates 444 craftsmen has been a paradise of handicrafts in Bantul. Facilitated with information center, this market will eventually accommodate 8,015 handicraft units from all parts of Bantul district.
The Story of the Mural at Galeria CrossroadA piece of story about Galeria crossroad can be known by looking at the mural at one of its corners. The mural tells about the gambling activity that was often done and the sticking of advertisement posters in the area.
The Church of Ganjuran, Seeing Jesus in Javanese FaceGanjuran Church that was built in 1927 is not just a place to contemplate, but it also offers an opportunity to see the global Jesus in local appearance, wearing the Javanese clothes named surjan while listening to gamelan.
The Mysterious Pesanggrahan Gua SilumanIs it Gua Siluman or Gua Seluman? This is one of the mysteries of the pesanggrahan that is more often called as Gua Siluman that means the Cave of the Invisible (mysterious) powers. Visit and enjoy this historical site having underground tunnel.
Kaliurang, a la Madam and Meneer TourTo enjoy the enchanting natural view in the north end of Yogyakarta. To touch the cool air and feel romantic atmosphere a la Dutch madam and meneer of the past time in Kaliurang that is located at the foot of Merapi Mountain.
Kasongan, Hunting Ceramics in Kundi CommunityClose look at ceramic handicrafts making that is done from generation to generation while hunting beautiful hand-made collections produced by skillful craftsmen.
Kauman Village, the Enchantment of Islamic StruggleThe small village of Kauman turns to keep great enchantment, ranging from populous Mabulir library to the Great Mosque as wide as 13,000 m2.Its enchantment has delivered some prominent Islamic characters in Indonesia.
Kotabaru, the Exploration to an Old Park Town It is an Indische town worth mentioning as one of the most advanced areas by its time. Built with garden-city concept with radial pattern, Kotabaru becomes an area that is parallel to Menteng, an Indische area in Jakarta.
Kotagede, Enchantment of an Old CitySpending a while in an Old Town as inheritance of Old Mataram Kingdom while hunting silver handicrafts and enjoying delicacy of Sate Karang.
Yogyakarta Sultan Palace, Center of the UniverseKraton or the Palace where Sultan and his family of Yogyakarta live is located in the center of the axis stretching from the north to the south, and in the secondary axis from the east to the west.
Mural Park under the Lempuyangan Flyover The space under the Lempuyangan flyover that is famous as the place for little children to imagine of riding train now becomes more colourful. Various works of mural make this place not only as a pleasant playground, but also as a beautiful mural park.
Loji, the First Indisch Area in YogyakartaSome Dutch great buildings or often called as loji with various functions can be enjoyed its grandeur now. Loji Kecil, Loji Besar, Loji Kebon even Loji Setan, all of them presents its historical story.
Malioboro, Nostalgia in Souvenirs ParadiseWalking through one-kilometer pathway will be so tiring, but the memory of old buildings and souvenirs stories will release it.
Kotagede Mosque, the Oldest Mosque in YogyakartaKotagede mosque that is older than Kauman Great Mosque has a unique, beautifully carved speaker's platform, a hundred-years drum, and sugar palm juice-cemented wall.
Mlangi Village, Islamic Religious TourismThe village of Mlangi will response to your quest for spiritual needs through hundred-years mosque to legendary pesantren.
Ngasem, the Bird Market in YogyakartaNgasem Market that has been operating since 1809 is the oldest bird market in Yogyakarta. In the past, the market that also sells snakes, decorative fish, and traditional snacks was the place where noblemen bought pet birds.
Kunci Floor Tile Factory, to Know the Production of Classic Floor TilesKunci Floor Tile Factory is a legendary factory that took part in the production of luxurious symbols in the past and the present. Founded in 1929, this factory produces classic floor tiles that also decorated the floors in Yogyakarta Kingdom.
Panggung Krapyak, where the Kings Went HuntingPanggung Krapyak is famous as the place where the kings of Yogyakarta Sultanate went hunting. It is located in a location that used to be popular as Krapyak Forest, where the son of Panembahan Senopati passed away.
Pasar Klithikan of Yogyakarta, Hunting Unique, Used ThingsKnown since 1960s, Pasar Klithikan offers more than used things. Its good quality, uniqueness and friendly nuance of the market are added values.
Taru Martani Cigar Factory, the Legend of Cigar van JavaTaru Martani that was founded in 1918 offers valuable tour package for you, especially tobacco lovers. You can see directly the production process of hand-rolled-cigar of good quality and buy them 'fresh from the factory'.
Chinese Area in Yogyakarta, Historical Trading AreaChinese Area in Yogyakarta is one of historical Chinese dwelling places in Indonesia. This kampong is the place where the success of Chinese merchants began with shops and services kiosks of tens years old.
Madukismo Sugar Factory and the Iron of Kwai River Bridge in ThailandYou will be amazed by the building of this factory built in 1955. Madukismo is not just legendary because of its oldness, but because of its used irons that were utilized to construct the legendary Kwai bridge.
Prawirotaman, a World-known Kampong of Batik and LodgingPrawirotaman kampong has many lodgings at affordable prices; most of them are managed by descendents of one clan. This predicated 'international kampong' was once an independence struggler post and a famous batik business area.
The Peak of Suroloyo, Observing Borobudur from Sultan Agung's Meditating PlaceThe Peak of Suroloyo as the meditating place of Sultan Agung and the direction center in Java Island gives you an opportunity to see four big mountains in Java Island, Borobudur Temple, and the scenery of sunrise.
King Boko Palace, the Glory on a Peaceful HillKing Boko Palace is a luxurious palace complex that was built in the eighth century. The most luxurious building during its time was built by one of the relatives of Borobudur founder.
Going along the Bank of the Mataram DitchIf you were raised as "city people", going along the Mataram ditch can be a minor yet pleasant adventure to enjoy the sceneries of green rice fields and shepherds, and to go off road by crossing Krasak River while carrying our mountain bike.
Sendang Sono, Lourdes in IndonesiaSendang Sono is a place with so many stories, memories and tranquility. Here, you can pay a visit to the tomb of Mr. Sarikromo, enjoy the architecture winning AGA Khan Awards and send letters to God in front of the Cave of Maria.
Sendang Sriningsih, the Medium of God's BlessingSendang Sriningsih that was found in 1934 is a pilgrimage place for Catholic people in Prambanan, the area that is famous for religious Hindu Buddha tourism objects. The Cave of Mary and the spring water will be the media of God's blessings.
Sosrokusuman, from Cheap Logding to Wayang KancilSosrokusuman is not only provider of economy-priced lodgings. The kampong connecting Malioboro Street to Mataram Street has other enchantment such as wayang kancil, mural painting and center of gifts.
Sosrowijayan, a Tourist Kampong in the City Center of YogyakartaSosrowijayan is the second famous tourist kampong after Prawirotaman. Located in the center of Yogyakarta city, this kampong offers lodgings and hotels at affordable prices and other interesting facilities from old hotel building to batik course.
Tugu Railway Station, One of the Oldest Train Stops in IndonesiaTugu Railway Station that started to function as a train-stop in 1887 turns to have tourism potential. You can enjoy the grand, old building architecture; observe locomotive details, old crane and exotic twilight.
Tamansari (Taman Sari)Visit Tamansari (Taman Sari), you will find a unique atmosphere of the past periods.
Giwangan, the Biggest Type-A Bus Station in IndonesiaGiwangan bus station has been operating for 2 years. This biggest type-A terminal in Indonesia is a transit and stop place for buses from all big cities in Sumatra, Java, Bali, and Nusa Tenggara.
Wanagama, an Oasis in Lime HillReturning to nature, hearing the chirp of birds or looking at the deer relaxing on the meadow of Wanagama Forest as an oasis in the lime hill, will present peace in the heart.
Pesanggrahan Warungboto and the Enchantment of the 19th Century Water GardenA very beautiful ancient water garden that was designed privately is found in Warungboto area. The water garden is located amidst the Pesanggarahan Warungboto that had ruined now.