10 TOP Things to Do in Java (2025 Activity Guide)

Prambanan which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and a sunset

Prambanan showing heritage architecture and building ruins

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Prambanan which includes heritage architecture and a ruin

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Tours & day trips

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Whale Shark Swimming & Sighting with Isla Mujeres Visit

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Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food

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Classes & workshops

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Yogyakarta: Batik Painting Workshop

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Shows & concerts

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Yogyakarta: Ramayana Ballet Performance with Optional Dinner

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What to do in Java

Popular places to visit

Mount Bromo

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Bromo during your travels in Wonokitri. Take in the jazz scene and mountain views in the area.

Grand Indonesia

Shop at wide-ranging retail outlets, dine on local delicacies and enjoy family-friendly entertainment at this huge mall in downtown Jakarta.

Taman Mini Indonesia Indah

Discover the captivating diversity of the Indonesian archipelago at the typical houses, museums and gardens of this all-encompassing theme park.

Borobudur Temple

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

Malioboro Street

Spend a day exploring Yogyakarta’s liveliest commercial district, which is famous for its batik stores, street food and historic landmarks.

Prambanan Temple

Embark on a fantastical toy train journey through a compound of spectacular pointed Hindu temples built more than 1,000 years ago.

Bundaran HI

In the heart of downtown Jakarta is this grand monument, which symbolizes the city’s openness in welcoming visitors from home and abroad.

Taman Safari Indonesia

Why not meet the animals who live at Taman Safari Indonesia during your vacation in Cisarua? While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

White Sand Beach PIK 2

After visiting White Sand Beach PIK 2, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kosambi.

Areas of Java

Central Jakarta

Central Jakarta is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Sarinah Mall and National Monument, and you can get around town on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station.

Central Yogyakarta

Central Yogyakarta is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pasar Beringharjo and Malioboro Mall.

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.

Jakarta which includes a city as well as a large group of people

Sudirman Central Business District

You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in Sudirman Central Business District. You might want to make time for a stop at Kidzania or Pacific Place.

Menteng

Discover Menteng, memorable for its monuments. Popular attractions in Menteng include Bundaran HI and Sarinah Mall, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station.