Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) 1 hr 14
Fort Vredeburg Museum (24 min) Colonial fortress-turned-museum with history exhibits on Indonesia's struggle for independence. Monumen Yogya Kembali (7 min) Cone-shaped museum featuring dioramas & other exhibits on the Indonesian National Revolution. Tugu (17 min) History and monument Pasar Beringharjo (23 min) Traditional marketplace operating since 1758, with merchants selling clothing, souvenirs & more. Affandi Museum (22 min) House museum featuring unique architecture & various paintings from namesake Indonesian artist. Jogja Bay (20 min) Massive theme park in forested mountains with giant water slides, a pirate ship & other attractions. Taman Sari (26 min) Architecturally ornate, 18th-century former royal garden with a storied bathing complex. Prambanan Temple (35 min) Expansive, 9th-century Hindu temple complex featuring structures with stone spires & sculptures. The Palace of Yogyakarta (24 min) Built in the 18th century, this grand palace is still used by Indonesian royalty. Taman Pintar Yogyakarta (24 min) Popular children's education center offering a variety of interactive exhibits & scientific games. Ratu Boko (39 min) Archaeological site featuring a mix of Buddhist & Hindu structures, stone temples & caves. Taman Pelangi Jogja (7 min) Photography is popular at this attraction with nighttime lanterns & some children's rides. Sindu Kusuma Edupark (SKE) (14 min) Theme park with rides for kids & adults, including a large observation wheel, ziplines & Segways. Gembira Loka Zoo (30 min) Opened in 1956, this 54-acre zoo offers a touch pool & animal feedings, plus elephant & camel rides. Sewu Temple (37 min) Major Buddhist temple complex with numerous buildings, dating from the 8th century. |