Top 10 Attractions in Java (2018)

📁 Ancient Temple, Architecture, Historic
📍 Magelang, Central Java

Borobudur Temple – Highlights

• Magnificent ancient Buddhist temple
• Thousands of elaborate relief panels
• Hundreds of stupas and Buddha statues
• Indonesia’s World Heritage Site

Opening Hours

• Daily: 06:00 – 17:00

Entrance Fee

• Adults: 325,000 IDR
• Children (3-10): 195,000 IDR

🌐 Main Website

📁 Ancient Temple, Architecture, Historic
📍 Prambanan, Yogyakarta

Prambanan Temples – Highlights

• Marvellous Hindu temple complex
• Intricate reliefs of the Ramayana epic
• Hundreds of exceptional structures
• Indonesia’s World Heritage Site

Opening Hours

• Daily: 06:00 – 17:00

Entrance Fee

• Adults: 325,000 IDR
• Children (3-10): 195,000 IDR

🌐 Main Website

📁 Volcano, Lake, Nature
📍 Banyuwangi, East Java

Ijen Crater – Highlights

• Stunning turquoise acidic crater lake
• Blue sulphuric flames at the crater
• Sunrise views with mountain setting
• Sights of local sulfur miners working

Entrance Fee

• Weekdays: 100,000 IDR
• Weekends: 150,000 IDR

📁 Volcano, Panorama, Nature
📍 Malang, East Java

Mount Bromo – Highlights

• Majestic active volcano in East Java
• Breathtaking mountainous landscape
• Spectacular sunrise over the mountains
• Incredible backdrop of Mount Semeru

Entrance Fee

• Weekdays: 220,000 IDR
• Weekends: 320,000 IDR

📁 Volcano, Panorama, Nature
📍 Yogyakarta

Mount Merapi – Highlights

• The most active volcano in Indonesia
• Frequent smokes from the mountaintop
• Breathtaking view from observation decks
• Adventurous tour following the lava’s path

Entrance Fee

• General: 150,000 IDR

📁 Lake, Volcano, Nature
📍 Bandung, West Java

White Crater – Highlights

• Magnificent acidic crater lake
• Calming sky-blue lake colour
• Wonderful natural landscape
• Nearby lush strawberry fields

Opening Hours

• Daily: 07:30 – 15:30

Entrance Fee

• General: 50,000 IDR

📁 Zoo, Animal, Entertainment
📍 Batu, East Java

Batu Secret Zoo – Highlights

• Massive zoo with play areas
• Remarkably diverse animals
• Educational fauna museum
• Recreational family activities

Opening Hours

• Daily: 10:00 – 18:00

Entrance Fee

• Weekdays: 75,000 IDR
• Weekends: 105,000 IDR

📁 Park, Museum, Architecture, Entertainment
📍 Jakarta

Taman Mini – Highlights

• Extensive park showcasing Indonesia’s diverse culture
• Miniature replica of all Indonesian islands in the lake
• Rich collection of Indonesian vernacular architectures
• Tons of museums, gardens, and recreational activities

Opening Hours

• Daily: 07:00 – 22:00
• Museums: Closed at 16:00 / 17:00
• Activities: Closed at 17:00 / 18:00
• Each museum & activity has its own opening hours

Entrance Fee

• General: 10,000 IDR
• Museums: 2,000 – 20,000 IDR
• Activities: 15,000 – 60,000 IDR
• Each museum & activity has its own entrance fee

📁 Architecture, Historic, Museum
📍 Semarang, Central Java

Lawang Sewu – Highlights

• Historical landmark in Central Java
• Beautiful Dutch colonial architecture
• Exhibits on Indonesia’s railway history
• Magnificent stained glass & staircases

Opening Hours

• Daily: 07:00 – 21:00

Entrance Fee

• Adults: 10,000 IDR
• Children (3-12): 5,000 IDR

📁 Monument, Observation Deck, Museum
📍 Jakarta

National Monument – Highlights

• The national monument of Indonesia
• Dioramas & reliefs of Indonesian history
• Panoramic view of the city’s skyline
• Historic sculptures in landscaped park

Opening Hours

• Museum & Observation Deck
  • Mon: Closed
  • Tue-Fri: 08:00 – 16:00, 19:00 – 22:00
  • Sat, Sun: 08:00 – 16:00, 19:00 – 00:00
• Park (Merdeka Square)
  • Daily: 07:00 – 00:00

Entrance Fee

• Museum: 5,000 IDR
• Observation Deck: 10,000 IDR
• Park: Free admission