10 TOP Things to Do in Central Java January 2026

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Yogyakarta: Sunrise Borobudur & Prambanan, with lunch option

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Yogyakarta Exclusive Dinner with Local Family

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From Jepara: Karimunjawa Archipelago 3-Day Snorkelling Tour

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Ramayana Ballet Prambanan

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Yogyakarta Basic Eco Printing Course

What to do in Central Java

Discover the most popular places to visit in Central Java

Borobudur Temple

5/5(7 reviews)

Join the other pilgrims visiting one of the world’s largest Buddhist temples for its profound meaning and spectacular architecture.

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.

Punthuk Setumbu Hill

You can learn about the history of Borobudur with a stop at Punthuk Setumbu Hill. While you're in the area, find time to visit its temples.

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.

Kebumen Square

You can find out about the history of Kebumen with a visit to Kebumen Square. Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's hot springs.

Paragon City Mall Semarang

5/5(2 reviews)

During your visit to Semarang, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Paragon City Mall Semarang. Amble around the area's marina or visit its temples.

Diponegoro University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Diponegoro University during your travels in Tembalang. While you're in the area, wander around Chinatown.

Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall

4/5(2 reviews)

During your trip to Surakarta, you can enjoy retail therapy at Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall. Experience the museums and musical theatre in this culturally rich area.

Universitas Sebelas Maret

Explore the campus of Universitas Sebelas Maret during your trip to Surakarta. Take in the musical theatre in this culturally rich area.

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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 Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall or Keprabon Park.

Banjarsari

4/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Banjarsari, Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall and Balekambang City Park are top sights worth seeing.

Candisari

While there might not be top attractions in Candisari, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Simpang Lima Park and Ciputra Mall Semarang.

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.

West Semarang

While there might not be top attractions in West Semarang, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lawang Sewu and DP Mall Semarang.

Dadapsari

When in Dadapsari, you can plan a visit to Kota Lama Semarang and Paragon City Mall Semarang, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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