Top Things to do in Solo
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Solo, Java
Discover the best top things to do in Solo, Indonesia including Museum Batik Danar Hadi, Sukuh Temple, Mangkunegaran Palace, Triwindu Market, Kampoeng Batik Laweyan, Gede Solo Market, Agung Surakarta Mosque, Beteng Trade Center Solo, Surakarta Hadiningrat Palace, Klewer Market.
Restaurants in Solo
1. Museum Batik Danar Hadi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 564 reviews
The House of Danar Hadi proudly unveils an Integrated Culture Heritage Complex that is destined to become a tourist attraction for the city of Surakarta. It has been founded to preserve and advance the art of batik in Indonesia as part of the national cultural legancy. This integrated tourism center will enhance the attractions to be found in the Central Javanese city, with visitors able to enjoy once again the heritage building nDalem Wuryoningratan, build in the late 19th century and painstakingly restored to its original grandeur by House of Danar Hadi.The Complex will be an arena to witness the development of batik in Indonesia, the process of creating this precious textile and its emergence as part of the contemporary lifestyle. This homage to the history and glory of batik will be found at the nDalem Wuryoningratan, Danar Hadi Batik Museum, Danar Hadi Traditional Batik Showroom and Souvenir and Lounge.
Reviewed By ronnygandey - Cikarang, Indonesia
I took a tour in the Museum while my family doing the shopping as during fasting month and Lebaran festive this shop offers discounted price for certain items. For a certain reason, Danar Hadi is not my favourite batik. The museum situated at the back of the shop. A knowledgeable, pleasant, humorous and talkative gentlemen guided a small group of visitors. And it was an eye opening to me. I learned almost everything about batik : its history, philosophy, values, terminologies, designs, painting, dyeing process, materials, best ways of batik maintenance/storage, and fantastic prices of vintage batiks etc. Most, if not all, vintage batiks were from the Danar hadi founder/owners collections. Some of them priced more than IDR 5 B (or more than USD 350 K !!!). From here than I understand and credit the government of Indonesia's effort to make Indonesian Batik as the Unesco Heritage. And I loved batik now even more than before. Highly recommended to every one. Really. And you will get zilions of information for a very cheap tour (IDR 35,000 per pax, then you can buy items to ad to you pile of batik collection......
2. Sukuh Temple
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 343 reviews
One of Southeast Asia's most interesting temples is unique in design and decoration.
Reviewed By sh4nkara
Sukuh is one of several temples built on the northwest slopes of Mount Lawu in the 15th century. By this time, Javanese religion and art had diverged from Indian precepts that had been so influential on temples styles during the 8th–10th centuries. This was the last significant area of temple building in Java before the island's courts were converted to Islam in the 16th century. It is difficult for historians to interpret the significance of these antiquities due to the temple's distinctiveness and the lack of records of Javanese ceremonies and beliefs of the era. #ShivaBuddha #Tantra
3. Mangkunegaran Palace
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 284 reviews
Built in 1757 by the nephew of the King Pakubuwono II after a bitter power struggle, this smaller palace is still lived in.
Reviewed By Triazel - Jakarta, Indonesia
I found the Mangkunegaran Palace one of the best presented and maintained examples of a Javanese Keaton I have ever seen. The buildings were well maintained and the tour was dignified and informative with some interesting artifacts some of which I have never seen before. There was a modest entrance price and we are required to observe some respectful protocols in certain places. We could purchase some Jamu as well as some quite unique batik in 2 places. Well worth visiting with the guide who also was happy to take many pictures for us. A great taste a culture in Solo.
4. Triwindu Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By PelleasPhiladelphia - Philadelphia, United States
I love this place. About 40 small antique stores all crammed together in one spot. Amazing inexpensive shopping with great finds for a good eye. I could easily spend 3 hours browsing. Great for wayang golek (wooden puppets), topeng (masks), statues, and great old strange artifacts and signs. A must stop!!!
5. Kampoeng Batik Laweyan
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 404 reviews
Reviewed By SimonPetrus - Denpasar, Indonesia
Nice Experience to be here, we can see the process, from how to prepare fabric, painting and final process, all in home. the kampong is nice, clean
6. Gede Solo Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By Nani_RF_RI - Bangkok, Thailand
I love this traditional market in Solo, it’s like throw me back to my childhood in my mother’s village in Java. They always have many traditional food & beverages and the taste wow, always consistent. The seller generation from maybe my belated mother’s age until their children continue this tradition. Amazing. So, here are some tips to try the local delicacies: Nasi Pecel (rice with mixed vegetables and top up with peanuts sauce), Mie goreng, Mie Pentil (fried noodles), lumpia goreng (spring rolls), Es dawet (beverages made from rice flour) & lot more. You can bring home brown sugar made from coconut as well as wedang uwuh (mixed herb drinks good for your health) that you can buy from this market. Very recommended for the tourist either local or foreigners to strolling and take lots of interesting photos.
7. Agung Surakarta Mosque
8. Beteng Trade Center Solo
9. Surakarta Hadiningrat Palace
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 381 reviews
This 18th-century palace housed King Pakubuwono II and his royal court.
Reviewed By Heroe1980 - Sidoarjo, Indonesia
Wonderful place to explore the history of Surakarta. How the king rules the kingdom and his peoples.
10. Klewer Market
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By R3029DKkathyw
Pasar Klewer must be on your things to do list while in Solo. The market is packed with beautiful, colorful batik and ready made clothing. You can find some great bargains so don’t haggle too much. It’s still a good deal.
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