Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Central Java December 2025 | Expedia.ca # What to do in Central Java ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Central Java Types of activities Where to stay [Central Java travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Central-Java.dx6055681) ![Photo provided by Dan Holz](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/89000/89985-Central-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Dan Holz](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/89000/89985-Central-Java.jpg) ![Prambanan Temple featuring a ruin and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/210000/210075-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo provided by Dan Holz](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/89000/89982-Central-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Dan Holz](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/89000/89982-Central-Java.jpg) ![Photo provided by Dan Holz](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/89000/89980-Central-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Dan Holz](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/89000/89980-Central-Java.jpg) ![Prambanan](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/210000/210083-Central-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## What to do in Central Java --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Central Java ![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 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) ![Dieng Plateau](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/69bb2be382b60f4647a3e4f75e311e8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dieng Plateau Learn about the local history of Dieng when you take a trip to Dieng Plateau. Discover the area's sunrises and hot springs. [](https://expedia.ca/Dieng-Plateau-Kejajar.d553248621532737855.Vacation-Attraction) ![Gunung Merbabu National Park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/210000/210500-Gunung-Merbabu-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Merbabu National Park Hike to the summit of a volcanic peak, spot myriad birdlife and enjoy breathtaking panoramas of Central Java’s lush countryside. [](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Merbabu-National-Park-Getasan.d6106366.Vacation-Attraction) ![Punthuk Setumbu Hill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/163727b6f50772c42f8752045c41c84c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Punthuk Setumbu Hill You can learn about the history of Borobudur when you stop by Punthuk Setumbu Hill. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples. [](https://expedia.ca/Punthuk-Setumbu-Borobudur.d553248621562597594.Vacation-Attraction) #### Simpang Lima Park Explore the great outdoors at Simpang Lima Park, a lovely green space in Semarang. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.ca/Simpang-Lima-Park-Semarang.d6176393.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kebumen Square You can find out about the history of Kebumen with a stop at Kebumen Square. Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's hot springs. [](https://expedia.ca/Kebumen-Square-Kebumen.d553248621592189663.Vacation-Attraction) #### Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall During your trip to Surakarta, you can do some window-shopping at Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall. Experience the museums and musical theater in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/Solo-Paragon-Lifestyle-Mall-Surakarta.d6167520.Vacation-Attraction) #### Paragon City Mall Semarang During your visit to Semarang, you can enjoy retail therapy at Paragon City Mall Semarang. Amble around the area's marina or visit its temples. [](https://expedia.ca/Paragon-City-Mall-Semarang-Semarang.d553248634722103562.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ciputra Mall Semarang During your trip to Semarang, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ciputra Mall Semarang. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's festivals. [](https://expedia.ca/Ciputra-Mall-Semarang-Semarang.d553248634722110314.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Central Java ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9cd999fbd1cf55cbfe1f78176d52a342.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Solo City Centre 3/5(1 area review) You'll enjoy the museums and zoo in Solo City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall or Keprabon Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Surakarta-Solo-City-Centre.dx6224808) ![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) ### Semarang Old Town Semarang Old Town is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kota Lama Semarang and Semarang Contemporary Art Gallery. [](https://expedia.ca/Semarang-Semarang-Old-Town.dx553248621526914804) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9cd999fbd1cf55cbfe1f78176d52a342.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Banjarsari While visiting Banjarsari, you might make a stop by sights like Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall and Balekambang City Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Surakarta-Banjarsari.dx553248635976008116) ![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) ### Candisari While Candisari might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Simpang Lima Park and Ciputra Mall Semarang. [](https://expedia.ca/Semarang-Candisari.dx959765757622063104) ![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) ### West Semarang When in West Semarang, you can plan a visit to Lawang Sewu and DP Mall Semarang, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.ca/Semarang-West-Semarang.dx553248635976007896) ![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) ### Banyumanik If you're spending some time in Banyumanik, Transmart Setiabudi Semarang and Pagoda Avalokitesvara are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Semarang-Banyumanik.dx959767424119693312) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Central Java ![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 ![Photo by Sharrie Shaw](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9cd999fbd1cf55cbfe1f78176d52a342.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Surakarta ![Magelang](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/207000/207020-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Magelang ![Photo by Ludik Siswondo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3a6bdc7b6180f702945939b2f5185159.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pakem ![Prambanan](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/210000/210083-Central-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Prambanan ![Candi Mendut which includes heritage architecture and building ruins](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/210000/210577-Candi-Mendut-Java.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mungkid ![Photo by Bambang Wiryawan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/07fef42160c42cb502a364675d86cd47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Salatiga ![Photo by Dimas Respati (@dymsokei)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1390902950313695a1d5f250422f8bf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tawangmangu ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - 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