What to do in Central Java

Activities, attractions and tours

A sandy beach with several colorful boats and a thatched-roof structure.
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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A temple complex with intricate architecture and a lush green lawn.

Activities

Borobudur Climb-up Tour with Tickets Guarantee & Transfers

Borobudur & Prambanan All Included Day Trip With Transfers

AU$37
per adult
Borobudur & Prambanan All Included Day Trip With Transfers
Yogyakarta: Borobudur Climb & Prambanan with Entry Ticket

Guaranteed Borobudur Climb & Prambanan Tour All Inclusive

AU$51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guaranteed Borobudur Climb & Prambanan Tour All Inclusive
Mount Merapi Lava view Night tour & Cave options

Yogyakarta: Mount Merapi Lava view Night tour & Cave options

AU$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Yogyakarta: Mount Merapi Lava view Night tour & Cave options
Picture 17 for Activity Yogyakarta: Merapi Lava View with Jeep Night Tour & campfire

Yogyakarta: Merapi Lava View with Jeep Night Tour & campfire

AU$49
per adult
Yogyakarta: Merapi Lava View with Jeep Night Tour & campfire
Yogyakarta Jomblang, Pindul Cave & River Tubing Tour with lunch

Yogyakarta Jomblang, Pindul Cave & River Tubing Tour with lunch

AU$47
per adult
Yogyakarta Jomblang, Pindul Cave & River Tubing Tour with lunch
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Yogyakarta: Jomblang Cave and Pindul Cave adventure Trip

AU$50
per adult
Yogyakarta: Jomblang Cave and Pindul Cave adventure Trip
Picture 18 for Activity Yogyakarta: Batik Making Class with Expert

Yogyakarta: Batik Making Class with Expert

AU$47
per adult
Yogyakarta: Batik Making Class with Expert
Borobudur Sunrise Chicken Church and Prambanan Tour

Borobudur Sunrise Chicken Church and Prambanan Tour

AU$36
per adult
Borobudur Sunrise Chicken Church and Prambanan Tour
Guaranteed Borobudur Climb up access & Prambanan Small Group Tour

Guaranteed Borobudur Climb up access & Prambanan Small Group Tour

AU$47
per adult
Guaranteed Borobudur Climb up access & Prambanan Small Group Tour
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What to do in Central Java

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A large, ancient temple complex with multiple tiers of statues and intricate carvings.

Borobudur Temple

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Join the other pilgrims visiting one of the world’s largest Buddhist temples for its profound meaning and spectacular architecture.
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Our guide on where to stay in Central Java

Find the best Central Java areas 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 Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall or Keprabon Park.

Simpang Lima

If you're spending some time in Simpang Lima, Simpang Lima Park and Ciputra Mall Semarang are top sights worth seeing.

A multi-tiered pagoda with ornate eaves, surrounded by lush green trees.

Banyumanik

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

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.

A traditional Chinese temple at night with illuminated structures and statues.

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.

 

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Day trip destinations from Central Java

A densely packed urban area with a river running through it, surrounded by residential buildings and a mountain in the background.

Cilacap

A traditional multi-tiered pagoda with red and gold accents, surrounded by lush greenery and a statue.

Semarang

A rural landscape with a green field, a white building with a red roof, and a distant city skyline.

Purwokerto

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 waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by lush greenery.

Ungaran

A lush green valley with dense forest and a winding road.

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