The 10 best places to visit in Yogyakarta
The top 3 according to 18 votes from people: Prambanan Temple · Borobudur Temple · Ratu Boko. (Updated Sep 16, 2025.)
The most popular temples, palace, beaches and nature spots around Yogyakarta according to travel guides.
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Top 10
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1
Prambanan Temple
Indonesia's largest Hindu temple complex, with the Ramayana ballet at night.
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2
Borobudur Temple
The world's largest Buddhist temple, from the 9th century, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Magelang.
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3
Ratu Boko
Hilltop royal site, popular for watching the sunset.
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4
Malioboro Street
Yogyakarta's most famous street for batik shopping and night food.
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5
Kraton of Yogyakarta
The Sultan's palace, still his residence, with gamelan performances.
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6
Indrayanti Beach
White-sand beach in Gunungkidul with coral cliffs.
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7
Jomblang Cave
Vertical cave in Gunungkidul where a 'light from heaven' beam reaches the bottom.
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8
Puncak Becici
Pine forest in the Dlingo hills with a view over Yogyakarta.
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9
Taman Pintar
Science park for children near Malioboro.
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10
HeHa Sky View
Hilltop venue in Gunungkidul with photo spots and city views.
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11
Taman Sari
Former 18th-century royal garden and baths with the underground Sumur Gumuling mosque.
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12
Kaliurang and Merapi Lava Tour
Cool area on the slopes of Mount Merapi with jeep tours to old lava flows.
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