Central Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta
Visit Central Yogyakarta
Popular places to visit
Malioboro Street
Spend a day exploring Yogyakarta’s liveliest commercial district, which is famous for its batik stores, street food and historic landmarks.
Tugu Yogyakarta
Capture spectacular night photos of the popular and luminous White Monument that holds geographical and spiritual value for the locals.
Taman Sari
The majestic water pools and fountains in this luxury palace were built to hide and pamper the sultan and his concubines.
Royal Palace of Yogyakarta
Watch a puppet performance and listen to traditional music in the cultural and political heart of the city of Yogyakarta.
Yogyakarta Presidential Palace
Browse the art galleries in the president’s home and learn about the decisions made here relating to the struggle against Dutch settlers.
Fort Vredeburg Museum
See the fascinating dioramas showcasing significant events in Indonesian history and wander through the pretty gardens of this Dutch colonial fortress.
Things to do
Yogyakarta: Jomblang & Pindul Cave Guided Adventure
Yogyakarta: Jomblang Cave and Pindul Cave Adventure Trip
Yogyakarta: Sunrise Borobudur & Prambanan, with lunch option
Top hotels in Central Yogyakarta
The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta - Handwritten Collection
Very nice older property. Extremely attentive staff. Clean room. The hotel good use some fresh paint throughout. Would I stay here again. YES
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Novotel Suites Yogyakarta Malioboro
We had a great times while we were there, was easy access to go to Malioboro and enjoyed the streets food and the staff were very friendly and definitely we’re coming back soon.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Melia Purosani Yogyakarta
Great space and staff, good breakfast
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Dparagon Malioboro
Jambuluwuk Malioboro Hotel Yogyakarta
Nice hotel, the room facing the street are noisy. Good breakfast and room service choice, friendly and helpful staff. Rooms are spacious and comfortable will stay again next time.
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025
Hotel Neo Malioboro by ASTON
Breakfast was excellent. 5 minute walk to train station but very loud during the evening because of the trains. And according to our driver because it backs an area where there are a lot of bars and karaoke.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Yogyakarta
Malioboro
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Malioboro. You might want to make time for a stop at Malioboro Mall or Pasar Beringharjo.
Kampung Ketandan
While Kampung Ketandan may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Pasar Beringharjo and Malioboro Mall.
