Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) 1 hr 41
Sewu Temple (36 min) Major Buddhist temple complex with numerous buildings, dating from the 8th century. Blue Lagoon Jogja (23 min) Popular swimming spot in a natural spring-fed pool surrounded by trees & boulders. Merapi Volcano Museum (9 min) Museum with exhibits dedicated to Mt. Merapi volcano & other Indonesian & international volcanoes. The Lost World Castle (16 min) Sambisari Temple (36 min) Once buried underground, this historic site offers a semi-excavated 9th-century Hindu temple. Ketep Pass (1 hr 7) High-altitude lookout with views of volcanoes Mount Merapi & Mount Merbabu, plus a restaurant. Plaosan Temple (37 min) 1 of 2 ornate Buddhist temples in a 9th-century complex with many buildings, stupas & shrines. The World Landmarks - Merapi Park Yogyakarta (12 min) Park & picnic area with mini versions of sites like Big Ben & the Eiffel Tower, plus a water park. Tugu (42 min) History and monument Bunker Kaliadem Merapi (17 min) Abandoned concrete shelter with views of the active Merapi volcano, reached by a bumpy dirt road. Prambanan Temple (38 min) Expansive, 9th-century Hindu temple complex featuring structures with stone spires & sculptures. Ratu Boko (47 min) Archaeological site featuring a mix of Buddhist & Hindu structures, stone temples & caves. Museum Ullen Sentalu (8 min) Artifacts related to the art & culture of Java, plus guided tours, a restaurant & a lush garden. Taman Wisata Kaliurang (5 min) Family-focused park featuring play structures & zip lines plus picnic areas & painted animal models. Bukit Klangon (30 min) Forested hill known for views of Mount Merapi volcano with camping, hiking & mountain biking. |