Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) 1 hr 29
Taman Sari (37 min) Architecturally ornate, 18th-century former royal garden with a storied bathing complex. Affandi Museum (32 min) House museum featuring unique architecture & various paintings from namesake Indonesian artist. Becici Peak (19 min) Forest and nature Sambisari Temple (28 min) Once buried underground, this historic site offers a semi-excavated 9th-century Hindu temple. Ijo Temple (23 min) Hindu temple complex built on the slopes of a hill during the Mataram Kingdom period. Tebing Breksi (21 min) Striking limestone cliff offering sweeping views, intricate carvings & an open-air theater. Hutan Pinus Pengger (9 min) Open-air attraction in a forest setting with unique photo backdrops sculpted from natural materials. Bukit Bintang (1 min) Well-known hill known for its picturesque views, especially of the star-filled night sky. Sri Gethuk Waterfall (40 min) Amid forest & limestone cliffs, this picturesque natural waterfall is a popular spot for swimming. Ratu Boko (21 min) Archaeological site featuring a mix of Buddhist & Hindu structures, stone temples & caves. Plaosan Temple (28 min) 1 of 2 ornate Buddhist temples in a 9th-century complex with many buildings, stupas & shrines. Sewu Temple (26 min) Major Buddhist temple complex with numerous buildings, dating from the 8th century. Prambanan Temple (23 min) Expansive, 9th-century Hindu temple complex featuring structures with stone spires & sculptures. The Palace of Yogyakarta (36 min) Built in the 18th century, this grand palace is still used by Indonesian royalty. Gembira Loka Zoo (24 min) Opened in 1956, this 54-acre zoo offers a touch pool & animal feedings, plus elephant & camel rides. |