What to do in Central Java

Activities, attractions and tours

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A temple complex with multiple tiered towers and a central entrance.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a small settlement with thatched-roof houses, and lush green hills.
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Yogyakarta: Jomblang Cave and Pindul Cave Adventure Trip

Yogyakarta: Jomblang Cave and Pindul Cave adventure Trip

CA $49
per adult
Yogyakarta: Jomblang Cave and Pindul Cave adventure Trip
Yogyakarta: VIP Borobudur Temple Sunrise Tour with Breakfast

Yogyakarta: VIP Borobudur Temple Sunrise Tour with Breakfast

CA $50
per adult
Yogyakarta: VIP Borobudur Temple Sunrise Tour with Breakfast
Yogyakarta: Borobudur Climb and Prambanan Temple Tour

Yogyakarta: Borobudur Climb or VIP Sunrise Tour & Prambanan

CA $44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Yogyakarta: Borobudur Climb or VIP Sunrise Tour & Prambanan
Yogyakarta Volcano: Merapi Volcano on Hilltop

Yogyakarta: Merapi Volcano Lava Viewing (All Inclusive)

CA $70
per adult
Yogyakarta: Merapi Volcano Lava Viewing (All Inclusive)
Yogyakarta Volcano: Mount Merapi on Hilltop

Yogyakarta: Merapi Volcano Lava Viewing (with Entry Ticket)

CA $54
per adult
Yogyakarta: Merapi Volcano Lava Viewing (with Entry Ticket)
Picture 4 for Activity Yogyakarta; Pindul Cave, Oyo River & On The Rock Day Tour

Yogyakarta; Pindul Cave, Oyo River & Timang Beach Day Tour

CA $59
per adult
Yogyakarta; Pindul Cave, Oyo River & Timang Beach Day Tour
Yogyakarta : Ramayana Ballet Prambanan Show Ticket

Yogyakarta : Ramayana Ballet Prambanan Show

CA $27
per adult
Yogyakarta : Ramayana Ballet Prambanan Show
Borobudur Sunrise

Yogyakarta: Borobudur Sunrise (Climb-up Assured) & Prambanan

CA $59
per adult
Yogyakarta: Borobudur Sunrise (Climb-up Assured) & Prambanan
Jomblang Cave & Pindul Cave Including Guide, Lunch & Ticket

Jomblang Cave & Pindul Cave Including Guide, Lunch & Ticket

CA $43
per adult
Jomblang Cave & Pindul Cave Including Guide, Lunch & Ticket
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Yogyakarta: Borobudur Sunrise Climb & Prambanan Guided Tour

Yogyakarta: Borobudur Sunrise Climb & Prambanan Guided Tour

Activity duration is 10 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 47 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $44 per adult*
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Semarang: Multicultural Highlights Tour

Semarang: Multicultural Highlights Tour

Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $112 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Yogyakarta: Nighttime Walk and Food Tour

Yogyakarta: Nighttime Walk and Food Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 162 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $46 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Borobudur Sunrise & Prambanan dengan Penjemputan

Borobudur Sunrise & Prambanan dengan Penjemputan

Activity duration is 10 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $50 per adult*
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Water activities

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Yogyakarta: Nglambor Snorkelling and Rock Climbing Tour

Yogyakarta: Nglambor Snorkelling and Rock Climbing Tour

Activity duration is 12 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $44 per adult*
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What to do in Central Java

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Borobudur Temple

9.2/10 (236 reviews)
Join the other pilgrims visiting one of the world’s largest Buddhist temples for its profound meaning and spectacular architecture.
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Where to stay in Central Java

Find the best Central Java areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Solo City Centre

You'll enjoy the museums and zoo in Solo City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Nakamura Klinik or Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall.

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.

Banyumanik

If you're spending some time in Banyumanik, Transmart Setiabudi Semarang and Pagoda Avalokitesvara are top sights worth seeing.

Chinatown

Though Chinatown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kota Lama Semarang and Paragon City Mall Semarang.

Dadapsari

While Dadapsari isn't home to many top sights, Kota Lama Semarang and Paragon City Mall Semarang are some notable places to visit nearby.

 

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Day trip destinations from Central Java

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Semarang

An aerial view of a town with a prominent tower, surrounded by residential houses and greenery.

Surakarta

A traditional red gate with ornate decorations, leading to a building with a sign reading "HOK AN KIONG".

Magelang

Two hikers on a mountain trail with a sunset in the background.

Pakem

A temple complex with intricate architecture and a lush green lawn.

Prambanan

An ancient stone temple with a tiered structure, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

Mungkid

A mountain with a town in the foreground.

Salatiga

An aerial view of a coastal area with numerous colorful tents set up on grassy terrain, a rocky outcrop, and the ocean waves crashing against the shore.

Kebumen

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