Most reviewed Points of Interest & Landmarks in Yogyakarta Region
3.5Water Castle (Tamansari)(3.275 reviews) - Must see Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks
The Water Castle "Taman Sari" is another great spot to visit in Sultan's Palace Yogyakarta area. You may combine with Sultan's Palace visit and other interesting places nearby. An archaeological museum, the Palace Grand Mosque, Royal Horse Cart Museum are recommended places to visit. Tamansari means a fragrant Garden. It was a garden of pleasure for Royal King and family, also an escape place from an enemy's attack. It has secret and trapped tunnels around Tamansari. Let's explore and reveal the stories and history of the area.See more..
4.5Sewu Temple(858 reviews) - Worth the effort to visit Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites
Although Sewu temple is significantly smaller than both the main Shiva temple within the Prambanan complex and Borobudur it has the added appeal of not getting very many visitors. This seems to be largely because it is located about 1km from the main Shiva temple and most people appear to be too lazy to walk the distance. When I visited on a Sunday afternoon the main Shiva temple was extremely busy but the Sewu temple was completely deserted - I was able to wander around without being disturbed and soak up the tranquility. So although the temple itself isn't quite as impressive, the peace and quiet of the location makes it well worth the effort to visit. Entrance is included with the 225k IDR you pay to enter the Prambanan temple complex.See more..
4.5Plaosan Temple(672 reviews) - Coffee on the Bus trip to Plaosan Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites
It was just awesome,arrived in the sunset time was perfect for the family... My nieces also more than happy to see the temples, unfortunately we cannot enter the temple, but that's not a big deal because we can enjoy from outside also... Hopefully covid19 soon going so we can enjoy the temples properly, and for sure we will come back again.See more..
4.0Southern City Square(361 reviews) - Pass the tree and make your wish! Points of Interest & Landmarks
Alun-alun Jogjakarta is very famous among local for the believes about two big trees that stand tall in the middle of the field. Locals believe that if someone could pass the middle of the tree then they can make their dreams come true. For some people it might sounds easy, but trust me IT WAS NOT! I have tried it several times and somehow never made it. Our tour guide said that only people with pure heart, mind and soul can usually pass the tree. When you did, do not forget to make a wish, because they believe that any kind of wish can be granted once you pass the 2 big tree. Interesting?See more..
4.5Ijo Temple(291 reviews) - Breathtaking Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Ijo temple is a hidden gem, well off the beaten path, but so worth seeing it. Judging by the complete lack of foreign tourists, I'm guessing not many tours includes it on their map. It's best you hire a bike or some other transportation because it's a shame to miss it. The temple itself is not much, but the journey itself is breathtaking. Ijo is perched on top of a hill, and as you go up you'll get a taste of Indonesian countryside, with people working the fields, green rice paddies and lovely small houses. It's real Indonesia, the way anyone interested in local culture would like to see it, away from the noisy and crowded cities. You can make as many detours as you would like on the way, to get a closer look at people working in the rice fields and go about their daily lives. Highly recommend it ( too bad I can't post any pictures, as for some reason the trip advisor app doesn't recognise my photos )See more..
