10 TOP Things to Do in Central Java September 2026

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.

Things to do

Yogyakarta; Sunrise from Borobudur Temple & Prambanan Guided

£15

per adult

Yogyakarta: Borobudur Climb & Prambanan with Entry Ticket

Yogyakarta: Prambanan & Borobudur Sunrise, Sunset/Day Trip

£26

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Yogyakarta: Merapi Lava View with Jeep Night Tour & campfire

£26

per adult

Yogyakarta: Jomblang Cave and Pindul Cave adventure Trip

£26

per adult

Yogyakarta: Nighttime Walk and Food Tour

£24

per adult

Borobudur Climb-up Tour with Tickets Guarantee & Transfers

Borobudur & Prambanan All Included Day Trip With Transfers

£19

per adult

Yogyakarta Volcanoes: Mount Merapi on a Hilltop (Lava View)

£25

per adult

Mount Merapi Lava view Night tour & Cave options

£21

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Yogyakarta: Evening at Merapi Volcano, admiring falling lava

£26

per adult

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Borobudur Temple

9.2/10 (236 reviews)

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 for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Central Java

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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

If you're spending some time in Banjarsari, Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall and Balekambang City Park are top sights worth seeing.

Chinatown

While there might not be top attractions in Chinatown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kota Lama Semarang and Paragon City Mall Semarang.

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