Title: Visit Java: Best of Java Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Java](https://expedia.ca/Java-Hotels.d602075.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Java](https://expedia.ca/Java-Vacation-Rentals.d602075.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Java](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Java.d602075.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Java](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Java.d602075.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Java Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Java.d602075.Car-Rental-Guide)[Java Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Java.d602075.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Java ## Travel Guide ![Prambanan](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/210000/210067-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Prambanan](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/206000/206999-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Magelang](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/207000/207006-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Prambanan](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/206000/206998-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Magelang](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/207000/207013-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Java Where to stay Things to do #### In Indonesia’s central island discover ancient wonders and rich traditions, smouldering volcanoes and sprawling megacities, tapestries of rice paddies and the lively atmosphere of busy markets. As one of the most populated islands on earth, Java presents an awe-inspiring spectrum of Indonesian culture and heritage. The long and narrow island is Indonesia’s fifth largest and home to a rich diversity of ethnicities, religions, landscapes and histories. Discover the island’s three distinctive regions. West Java contains the labyrinthine streets of the country’s capital, Jakarta, as well as spectacular national parks. In Central Java, you’ll find the somber allure of ancient temples and captivating Yogyakarta, while East Java’s volcanoes smoke restlessly around the rambling city of Surabaya. Experience the exciting chaos of Jakarta, Indonesia’s main political, economic and cultural hub. See fantastic views of the city sprawl from the tower of Monas, the national monument in Lapangan Merdeka (Freedom Square). You’ll see Dutch colonial architecture, towering mosques and ancient temples amid the urban spread. Go shopping in bustling markets or explore the historic port. Take a speedboat to the sandy archipelago and national park of the Thousand Islands to enjoy beautiful views of the Java Sea. In Central Java discover some of the island’s most important temples watched over by spectacular Mount Merapi. Stroll down the picturesque heritage streets of Yogyakarta and see the Sultan’s Palace (Kraton Ngayogyakarta). Visit Kota Gede, the former capital of the ancient kingdom of Mataram. Don’t miss seeing the breathtaking Buddhist temple complex, Borobudur, or the collection of ancient Hindu temples in Prambanan. Go diving in the clear waters of Karimunjawa. Indonesia’s second-largest city, Surabaya, sits north of a ridge of volcanoes in East Java. Visit charming Marang or hike amid the rumbling volcanoes of Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. See the brilliant blue of Kawah Ijen lake or explore the forest and coastline of Baluran National Park on your way to Bali. Be sure to try local Javanese dishes from a street vendor, paired with a cold beer or a sweet traditional coffee. Java is easily accessible via major airports in Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Solo. Public ferries, speedboats, intercity trains and buses connect many cities and rural areas, and taxis are cheap and readily available. Visit between April and October for the dry season, or enjoy the island’s warm tropical weather at any time of the year. ### Where to stay in Java ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/210000/210251-National-Monument.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Central Jakarta Central Jakarta is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Sarinah Mall and National Monument, and you can get around town on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station. [](https://expedia.ca/Jakarta-Central-Jakarta.dx6055685) ![Jakarta featuring a city as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/210000/210678-Sudirman-Street.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sudirman Central Business District You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in Sudirman Central Business District. You might want to make time for a stop at Kidzania or Pacific Place. [](https://expedia.ca/Jakarta-Sudirman-Central-Business-District.dx6217690) ![Kraton Complex](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/210000/210506-Kraton-Complex.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Central Yogyakarta 3.5/5(8 area reviews) Central Yogyakarta is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pasar Beringharjo and Malioboro Mall. [](https://expedia.ca/Yogyakarta-Central-Yogyakarta.dx6353208) ![Menteng featuring modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69221-Jakarta.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Menteng Discover Menteng, memorable for its monuments. Popular attractions in Menteng include Bundaran HI and Sarinah Mall, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station. [](https://expedia.ca/Jakarta-Menteng.dx178979) ![Yogyakarta](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/210000/210054-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Malioboro You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Malioboro. You might want to make time for a stop at Malioboro Mall or Pasar Beringharjo. [](https://expedia.ca/Yogyakarta-Malioboro.dx553248635939577679) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pantai Indah Kapuk While visiting Pantai Indah Kapuk, you might make a stop by sights like By The Sea PIK Shopping Center and Damai Indah Golf and Country Club. [](https://expedia.ca/Pantai-Indah-Kapuk.dx553248635975438358) ## Check Java hotel availability [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=602075&startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23) [Tonight](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=602075&startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=602075&startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=602075&startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23)[Nov 22 - Nov 23](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=602075&startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=602075&startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24) [Tomorrow night](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=602075&startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=602075&startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=602075&startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24)[Nov 23 - Nov 24](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=602075&startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=602075&startDate=28%2F11%2F2025&endDate=30%2F11%2F2025) [Next weekend](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=602075&startDate=28%2F11%2F2025&endDate=30%2F11%2F2025) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=602075&startDate=28%2F11%2F2025&endDate=30%2F11%2F2025) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=602075&startDate=28%2F11%2F2025&endDate=30%2F11%2F2025)[Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=602075&startDate=28%2F11%2F2025&endDate=30%2F11%2F2025) ### Popular places to visit ![Borobudur Temple](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/210000/210264-Borobudur-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Borobudur Temple 4.5/5(13 reviews) Join the other pilgrims visiting one of the world’s largest Buddhist temples for its profound meaning and spectacular architecture. [](https://expedia.ca/Borobudur-Temple-Borobudur.d6106350.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mount Bromo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/66d99acd4458975fd20093b957605830.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Bromo 4/5(1 review) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Bromo during your travels in Wonokitri. Take in the jazz scene and mountain views in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Bromo-Wonokitri.d553248621565202695.Vacation-Attraction) ![Grand Indonesia Shopping Mall showing interior views and shopping](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/210000/210042-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grand Indonesia 4.5/5(16 reviews) Shop at wide-ranging retail outlets, dine on local delicacies and enjoy family-friendly entertainment at this huge mall in downtown Jakarta. [](https://expedia.ca/Grand-Indonesia-Central-Jakarta.d6161330.Vacation-Attraction) ![Malioboro Street](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/206000/206996-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Malioboro Street 4/5(8 reviews) Spend a day exploring Yogyakarta’s liveliest commercial district, which is famous for its batik stores, street food and historic landmarks. [](https://expedia.ca/Malioboro-Street-Yogyakarta.d6223339.Vacation-Attraction) ![Prambanan Temple showing heritage architecture and building ruins](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/210000/210304-Prambanan-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Prambanan Temple 4.5/5(12 reviews) Embark on a fantastical toy train journey through a compound of spectacular pointed Hindu temples built more than 1,000 years ago. [](https://expedia.ca/Prambanan-Temple-Prambanan.d6106384.Vacation-Attraction) ![Taman Mini Indonesia Indah which includes heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/210000/210290-Taman-Mini-Indonesia-Indah.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taman Mini Indonesia Indah 4.5/5(11 reviews) Discover the captivating diversity of the Indonesian archipelago at the typical houses, museums and gardens of this all-encompassing theme park. [](https://expedia.ca/Taman-Mini-Indonesia-Indah-Jakarta.d6106230.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![From Malang: Ultimate Mount Bromo National Park Sunrise Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48220720/d5ec35ea-5764-4ad2-aade-ec919245605f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Malang: Ultimate Mount Bromo National Park Sunrise Tour CA $92 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-malang-ultimate-mount-bromo-national-park-sunrise-tour.a48220720.activity-details) ![3-Day Tour: Mt Bromo, Ijen Crater & Madakaripura Waterfall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1003163/ec7c64a9-4939-4146-8c52-01421310ca87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 4-Day Tour: Mt Bromo & Ijen, Tumpak Sewu & Madakaripura falls CA $1,067 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/4-day-tour-mt-bromo-ijen.a1003163.activity-details) ![The huge acid water lake at Ijen Crater ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2984528/7f8a7153-a155-4ea3-b2fa-d3c1d0e9f176.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Amazing Surabaya Bromo Ijen Surabaya 3 Days 2 Nights Tour CA $669 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/amazing-surabaya-bromo-ijen-surabaya-3-days-2-nights-tour.a2984528.activity-details) [See all activities in Java](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Java.d602075.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Java ![Bandung showing a sunset, farmland and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79891-Bandung-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bandung [](https://expedia.ca/Bandung.dx6212470) ![Jakarta](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/210000/210136-Jakarta.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jakarta [](https://expedia.ca/Jakarta.dx178269) ![Prambanan](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/206000/206998-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Yogyakarta [](https://expedia.ca/Yogyakarta.dx1718) ![Central Java featuring general coastal views as well as an individual female](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/89000/89980-Central-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Semarang [](https://expedia.ca/Semarang.dx3262) - Cities near Java - Places of interest [Bandung](https://expedia.ca/Bandung.dx6212470)[Jakarta](https://expedia.ca/Jakarta.dx178269)[Yogyakarta](https://expedia.ca/Yogyakarta.dx1718)[Malang](https://expedia.ca/Malang.dx2344)[Semarang](https://expedia.ca/Semarang.dx3262)[Surabaya](https://expedia.ca/Surabaya.dx3294)[Cirebon](https://expedia.ca/Cirebon.dx6567)[Kediri](https://expedia.ca/Kediri.dx8942)[Sukabumi](https://expedia.ca/Sukabumi.dx9115)[Madiun](https://expedia.ca/Madiun.dx9188)[Bekasi](https://expedia.ca/Bekasi.dx11918)[Bogor](https://expedia.ca/Bogor.dx180593)[Surakarta](https://expedia.ca/Surakarta.dx500660)[Magelang](https://expedia.ca/Magelang.dx601076)[Cianjur](https://expedia.ca/Cianjur.dx6046519)[Kalibaru](https://expedia.ca/Kalibaru.dx6132832)[Pandeglang](https://expedia.ca/Pandeglang.dx6140079)[Karawang](https://expedia.ca/Karawang.dx6140861)[Curug](https://expedia.ca/Curug.dx6142685)[Sewon](https://expedia.ca/Sewon.dx6143697)[Pakem](https://expedia.ca/Pakem.dx6146681)[Tasikmalaya](https://expedia.ca/Tasikmalaya.dx6168683)[Lembang](https://expedia.ca/Lembang.dx6175782) - [Borobudur Temple](https://expedia.ca/Borobudur-Temple-Borobudur.d6106350.Vacation-Attraction) - [Thamrin City Shopping Mall](https://expedia.ca/Thamrin-City-Shopping-Mall-Central-Jakarta.d6169282.Vacation-Attraction) - [Grand Indonesia](https://expedia.ca/Grand-Indonesia-Central-Jakarta.d6161330.Vacation-Attraction) - [Central Park Mall](https://expedia.ca/Central-Park-Mall-Grogol.d6152064.Vacation-Attraction) - [Bundaran HI](https://expedia.ca/Bundaran-HI-Central-Jakarta.d6223429.Vacation-Attraction) - [Pakuwon Mall](https://expedia.ca/Pakuwon-Mall-Surabaya.d6106334.Vacation-Attraction) - [National Monument](https://expedia.ca/National-Monument-Central-Jakarta.d6106206.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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