Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) 56 min
Pasar Beringharjo (26 min) Traditional marketplace operating since 1758, with merchants selling clothing, souvenirs & more. Gembira Loka Zoo (25 min) Opened in 1956, this 54-acre zoo offers a touch pool & animal feedings, plus elephant & camel rides. Becici Peak (33 min) Forest and nature Tugu (28 min) History and monument The Palace of Yogyakarta (21 min) Built in the 18th century, this grand palace is still used by Indonesian royalty. De Mata Trick Eye Museum (22 min) Whimsical museum featuring exhibits with scenic backdrops to create interactive optical illusions. Ratu Boko (47 min) Archaeological site featuring a mix of Buddhist & Hindu structures, stone temples & caves. Taman Sari (21 min) Architecturally ornate, 18th-century former royal garden with a storied bathing complex. Alun Alun Kidul Yogyakarta (19 min) This open grassy area behind the royal palace is a busy spot for recreation during the day & night. Fort Vredeburg Museum (24 min) Colonial fortress-turned-museum with history exhibits on Indonesia's struggle for independence. Hutan Pinus Pengger (34 min) Open-air attraction in a forest setting with unique photo backdrops sculpted from natural materials. Affandi Museum (31 min) House museum featuring unique architecture & various paintings from namesake Indonesian artist. Sri Gethuk Waterfall (58 min) Amid forest & limestone cliffs, this picturesque natural waterfall is a popular spot for swimming. Taman Pintar Yogyakarta (21 min) Popular children's education center offering a variety of interactive exhibits & scientific games. Parangtritis Beach (30 min) Lively public beach offering beach chairs/umbrellas, roaring waves & horse drawn–cart rides. |