10 TOP Things to Do in Central Java (2026 Activity Guide)

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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.

Things to do

Yogyakarta Jomblang, Pindul Cave & River Tubing Tour with lunch

P2,142

per adult

Borobudur Sunrise at Temple Tour With Luxury Breakfast Included

P2,490

per adult

Borobudur Sunrise Chicken Church and Prambanan Tour

P1,607

per adult

Yogyakarta: Jomblang Cave and Pindul Cave adventure Trip

P2,271

per adult

Guaranteed Borobudur Climb up access & Prambanan Small Group Tour

P2,112

per adult

Jomblang Cave & Pindul Cave Including Guide, Lunch & Ticket

P1,992

per adult

Yogyakarta Volcano: Mount Merapi on Hilltop

Yogyakarta: Merapi Volcano Lava Viewing (with Entry Ticket)

P2,170

per adult

Yogyakarta: Jomblang and Pindul Cave Private Tour With Transfer

P2,188

per traveler

Jomblang and Pindul Cave Guided Adventure from Yogyakarta

P2,251

per adult

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What to do in Central Java

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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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Where to stay in Central Java

Find the best Central Java areas and neighborhoods 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.

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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.

Banjarsari

While visiting Banjarsari, you might make a stop by sights like Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall and Balekambang City Park.

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Chinatown

Though Chinatown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kota Lama Semarang and Paragon City Mall Semarang.