ID · Yogyakarta · 7.80°S 110.36°E

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Borobudur at sunrise, Prambanan by afternoon and gudeg for breakfast.

Best time
May to September is driest.
How long
3 days
Getting there
About 2.5 hours' flight from KL to Yogyakarta International Airport.
ID · Yogyakartayogyakarta7.80°S 110.36°Egowherelah.com
Dear group chat,Borobudur at sunrise, Prambanan by afternoon and gudeg for breakfast.— gowherelahTo: whoever’s drivingYogyakartaID, Yogyakarta

Java's cultural capital: a sultan's palace, batik, and two of Southeast Asia's great temples, Borobudur and Prambanan, within reach.

Makan

  1. GudegYoung jackfruit stewed sweet in palm sugar and coconut milk.
  2. BakpiaLittle filled pastries, the city's favourite souvenir.
  3. Sate klathakGoat satay grilled on bicycle spokes.
  4. AngkringanStreet-side stalls for late-night snacks and kopi joss with charcoal.

Things to do

  1. BorobudurThe world's largest Buddhist temple, best at sunrise.
  2. PrambananA complex of tall Hindu temples, beautiful in the late afternoon.
  3. The KratonThe sultan's palace, still in use.
  4. Malioboro StreetThe main shopping street, lively at night.
  5. A Merapi jeep tourUp the slopes of the active volcano.

Where to stay

Near Malioboro or in Prawirotaman.

Good to know

  • Borobudur is about 1–1.5 hours from the city. Leave early.
  • Taman Sari, the old water castle, is next to the Kraton.

Last checked October 2026. Things change, so check opening times, fees and transport before you go.