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Things to see in Yogyakarta (Indonesia): 79 places and when to go
Yogyakarta is a city in Indonesia with around 637,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 79 places in and around it, mainly Museums and art (44), History (20), Temples (6). The best known are Prambanan, Kraton Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat and Sewu. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. There are about 12 h 27 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Indonesia · -7.78, 110.375
- Population
- About 637,000
- Places
- 79 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Museums and art (44) · History (20) · Temples (6) · Nature (4) · Beaches (4) · Wildlife (3)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- JOG Yogyakarta, 6.3 km as the crow flies
What to see in Yogyakarta
The places in and around Yogyakarta, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- PrambananHindu temple in Yogyakarta and Central Java, Indonesia13 km
- Kraton Ngayogyakarta HadiningratPalace complex in Yogyakarta, Indonesia3.3 km
- SewuBuddhist temple in Central Java, Indonesia14 km
- PlaosanBuddhist temple in Central Java, Indonesia15 km
- Sari templeBuddhist temple in Java, Indonesia11 km
- Kauman Great MosqueMosque in Indonesia3.0 km
- Fort Vredeburg MuseumMuseum on Java island2.5 km
- BanyuniboBuddhist temple in Central Java, Indonesia13 km
- Sonobudoyo MuseumMuseum in Yogyakarta, Indonesia2.7 km
- PakualamanJavanese princely state2.2 km
- Tugu YogyakartaMonument in Yogyakarta, Indonesia933 m
- ParangtritisBeach in Bantul, Yogyakarta, Indonesia28 km
- Prambanan Temple CompoundsGroup of temples in Indonesia13 km
- Taman SariSite of the former royal garden of the Sultanate in Yogyakarta, Indonesia3.8 km
- Affandi MuseumArt museum in Yogyakarta, Indonesia2.4 km
- GebangHindu temple in Indonesia5.5 km
- KedulanIndonesian archaeological site11 km
- SojiwanBuddhist temple in Indonesia14 km
- Lumbung9th-century Buddhist temple compound in Central Java, Indonesia13 km
- Dharma Wiratama MuseumMilitary museum in Yogyakarta, Indonesia276 m
- SambisariHindu temple in Indonesia8.2 km
- Ullen Sentalu MuseumMuseum in Yogyakarta, Java, Indonesia21 km
- KimpulanHindu temple in Indonesia11 km
- Jogja National MuseumModern art museum in Yogyakarta, Indonesia3.3 km
And the other 55, by what you come to do:
- History: Yogya Kembali Monument, Bubrah, Kadisoka, Panggung Krapyak, Mlati Railway Halt, Eks Stasiun Beran, Fort Baluwerti
- With kids: Gembira Loka Zoo, Nara Kupu Village, Waterboom Jogja
- Nature: Gunung Merapi National Park, Selarong Cave
- Museums and art: Sasana Wiratama, Museum Tani Jawa Indonesia, Museum Wahanarata, Padepokan Sumber Karahayon Museum, Struggle Museum of Yogyakarta, Mini Museum of My Remaining Wealth, Yogyakarta PGRI University History Museum, Yogyakarta Maritime Museum, Muhammadiyah Museum, Dr. Yap Eye Hospital Museum, Sandi Museum, History of Java Museum, Museum Purbakala Pleret, Sonobudoyo Museum Unit II, The Sekartaji Wayang Beber Museum, Romo Mangun Museum, Andi Bayou Museum, bale banjar sangkring art space, Cemeti - Institute for Art and Society, Diorama Arsip Jogja, Gambir Gallery, Galeri Kahangnan, Gallery Lorong, Jogja Gallery, Mandala Majapahit UGM, The Dutch Period Bantul Museum, History Museum 24249, Manding Leather Craft Museum, Museum Memorial HM Soeharto, The Indonesian Education Museum, Plataran Museum, Garuda House Museum, Giri Sapto Artist Museum, UGM Insect Museum, UII Museum
- Beaches: Parangkusumo Beach, Samas Beach, Pantai Pulang Sawal
- Architecture: Kewek railway bridge
- Temples: Pura Vaikuntha Vyomantara
- Hiking: Gunung Merapi (Sapuangin BC)
- Hot springs: Sendang Sombomerti, Umbul Sidomulyo
When to go to Yogyakarta
The best time to visit Yogyakarta is April to September; also possible: October to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible12:24
- FebPossible12:15
- MarPossible12:03
- AprBest time11:50
- MayBest time11:39
- JunBest time11:33
- JulBest time11:35
- AugBest time11:45
- SepBest time11:58
- OctPossible12:11
- NovPossible12:22
- DecPossible12:27
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 27 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In April, 79 of the 79 places are at their best.
When to go to Indonesia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Yogyakarta
The nearest main airport is Adisutjipto International Airport (JOG, Yogyakarta), 6.3 km as the crow flies. How to get around Indonesia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Magelang15 places41 km
- Salatiga25 places54 km
- Surakarta24 places55 km
- Semarang7 places91 km
- Banyumas8 places123 km
- Pati, Pati5 places137 km
And all of Indonesia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Yogyakarta?
The best known: Prambanan, Kraton Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat, Sewu, Plaosan, Sari temple. In all, 79 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Yogyakarta?
April to September; also possible: October to March. There are about 12 h 27 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Yogyakarta?
The nearest main airport is Adisutjipto International Airport (JOG), 6.3 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Yogyakarta as the destination and these 79 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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