Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) 1 hr 24
Ratu Boko (23 min) Archaeological site featuring a mix of Buddhist & Hindu structures, stone temples & caves. Plaosan Temple (29 min) 1 of 2 ornate Buddhist temples in a 9th-century complex with many buildings, stupas & shrines. Fort Vredeburg Museum (32 min) Colonial fortress-turned-museum with history exhibits on Indonesia's struggle for independence. Sambisari Temple (23 min) Once buried underground, this historic site offers a semi-excavated 9th-century Hindu temple. Taman Sari (32 min) Architecturally ornate, 18th-century former royal garden with a storied bathing complex. Prambanan Temple (24 min) Expansive, 9th-century Hindu temple complex featuring structures with stone spires & sculptures. Hutan Pinus Pengger (20 min) Open-air attraction in a forest setting with unique photo backdrops sculpted from natural materials. Tugu (30 min) History and monument Affandi Museum (27 min) House museum featuring unique architecture & various paintings from namesake Indonesian artist. Becici Peak (30 min) Forest and nature The Palace of Yogyakarta (31 min) Built in the 18th century, this grand palace is still used by Indonesian royalty. Bukit Bintang (13 min) Well-known hill known for its picturesque views, especially of the star-filled night sky. Tebing Breksi (23 min) Striking limestone cliff offering sweeping views, intricate carvings & an open-air theater. Sewu Temple (27 min) Major Buddhist temple complex with numerous buildings, dating from the 8th century. Gembira Loka Zoo (19 min) Opened in 1956, this 54-acre zoo offers a touch pool & animal feedings, plus elephant & camel rides. |