Yogyakarta is a tourist destination that visitors rarely leave. Besides the variety of tours you can visit, from the mountains to the coast, you can also find various historical and cultural sites with educational value. The wide array of tourist attractions makes Jogja a popular city for Malaysians to visit.

In addition to attractions in the form of objects or activities, Yogya also offers artistic tourism attractions in the form of performances of the Ramayana Ballet, which are very popular among foreign and local tourists. The Ramayana Ballet is a puppet show that combines dance and drama. Here is a list of 21 things to do in Yogyakarta.

Borobudur Temple is one of Indonesia's cultural heritages. Besides being one of the best tourist destinations in Indonesia, this temple functions as a historical site, religious tourism, research site, and place of worship for Buddhists. It is located in Borobudur Village, Borobudur District, Magelang Regency, Central Java Province.

In contrast to Borobudur, which is a relic for Buddhists, Prambanan Temple is a temple for Hindus. The location is on the border of Yogyakarta and Klaten. The distance of this temple from downtown Jogja is pretty close. Various activities that can be done include exploring the temple, cycling in the area around the temple, and visiting the nearby museum.

This place is the right destination for those who like shopping activities. Hundreds of vendors sell t-shirts, sandals, bags, key chains, hair ties, and other cute knick-knacks. When shopping here, you have to be good at bargaining. This street is also filled with various historical heritage buildings that have been restored. Apart from shopping, you can take pictures and also ride the carriage.

Keraton Yogyakarta is the residence of the Governor of Yogyakarta Province. This building has high historical value. When entering, you will meet soldiers wearing traditional clothes. Apart from that, you can also see paintings and other historical relics which are still well-maintained. In this area, there are fried rice and sekoteng sellers at night, which is a typical Yogyakarta snack. You have to take time to taste it.

Taman Sari is one of the iconic tourist attractions in Yogyakarta. This historic building was built during the reign of Hamengku Buwana I. The garden has exciting parts in this place that will make photos look more Instagramable.

The Taman Sari area has a unique building, namely the pool section. The place is called Pasiraman Umbul Binangun. The Pasiraman Umbul Binangun Complex has three pools: Umbul Pamuncar, Umbul Panguras, and Umbul Kawitan, which are used as bathing places for the sultan and his family. There are many lodgings at affordable prices that tourists like. Some hotel recommendations that you can find on Traveloka are Ndalem Nagan Syariah, Hotel Museum Batik, and Grand Rosela Hotel.

The collection of batik in this museum is pretty complete. The museum's batik collection includes interior, regional coastal, and ancient batik equipment. The museum's batik collection includes Batik from Yogya, Solo, Pekalongan, and Madura. You can also stay at Hotel Museum Batik.

The wayang performances are the main attraction for tourists visiting the museum. The wayang performances held every day are different from other performances. Usually, puppet performances are carried out all night with a very long duration.

Gembira Loka Zoo is a zoo that has a relatively complete collection of animals, including several endangered species such as orangutans, Sumatran elephants, Sumatran tigers, and Komodo dragons. Located in a large area, this zoo is surrounded by trees and greenery, giving a natural and beautiful impression.

Jogja Bay Waterpark is one of the tourist attractions in Jogja that offers a variety of fun water games and exciting rides. With the theme of the world of pirates, Jogja Bay has successfully attracted much interest from both Jogja and outside Jogja. Apart from having a pirate theme, Jogja Bay also presents a tropical feel filled with green plants that refresh the eyes.

For tourists who come to Yogyakarta, it's only complete if they have visited various tourist attractions in Kaliurang. Its temperature ranges from 200–250 Celsius, making this area comfortable to visit even during the day. There are many choices of family and culinary tourism destinations that you can find in Kaliurang, such as Dino Park, The Lost World Castle, and many more.

This mountain has a height of 2,930 meters and is one of the most active mountains in Indonesia. However, the status of Merapi, an active volcano, continues the enthusiasm of the climbers to conquer it. The most important thing is to prepare physically and equipment for the trip and to find lots of information before climbing.

Pengger Pine Forest is one of the most exciting tourist attractions in Yogyakarta. The scenery is beautiful and has many Instagrammable spots. You can play on the swings, rest in the hammock, or even camping with your family. Public facilities such as toilets, parking lots, and places of worship are also available here.

Tourists like at least six means of entertainment while on vacation at this beach. These activities include horse carriage rides, jeep rides around the beach, ATV rides, paragliding, surfing, and sitting back and enjoying the atmosphere and waves.

The beach in the Gunung Kidul area is about 1-2 hours away. The scenery is beautiful, with big waves and white sand. Tourists usually fly kites, have picnics, and take a walk or relax while enjoying the atmosphere. There are many food and seafood vendors at affordable prices here.

Dunes are a rare natural phenomenon, especially in Indonesia. Due to its unique structure, dunes are very suitable for sandboarding activities. Surfing on the sand can be an adrenaline-pumping activity ideal for all ages, and because it is on the sand, tourists do not need to be seriously injured when they fall.

Located in Bantul Regency, Watu Goyang is perfect for those who want to go out in the afternoon. One of the reasons the location is ideal for watching the sunset is the open view to the west. This tourist attraction is on the western hillside, so everything is fine with the idea toward the west horizon.

Prawirotaman is a street that has many bars and cafes. There are many lodgings at affordable prices that tourists like. Prawirotaman is a street that has many bars and restaurants. There are many lodgings at affordable prices that tourists like. Some hotel recommendations that you can find on Traveloka are KJ Hotel, Hotel Indies Heritage Prawirotaman, and Grand Rosela Hotel.

With so much to see and do, you'll have a great time no matter what you choose. So what are you waiting for? Start planning your trip to those places with Traveloka right away!

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