Location: Yogyakarta
Top Things to do in Yogyakarta
Things to do in Yogyakarta, Java: The Best Concerts & Shows
Yogyakarta boasts stunning architecture and a truly spiritual sensibility. The ancient Hindu temples of Prambanan look like hand-drizzled sand castles, while the Sultan's palace is reminiscent of a gilded music box filled with jewels. Known for its arts and handicrafts, Yogyakarta is a cultural hub, a nerve center for traditional and modern puppetry.
Restaurants in Yogyakarta
1. Ketoprak Tobong Kelana Bhakti Budaya
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Prak! Prak! Ke-tho-prak! A Javanese form of costume drama named onomatopoeically after a percussion pattern played on a hollow wooden box or keprak by a wooden mallet. It emerged suddenly in Yogyakarta in the mid-1920s in a time of political confrontation and involved the adaptation of cosmopolitan culture (Hollywood toga dramas, Chinese operas, Malay musical theatre) into local idioms. Currently situated at Dusun Brayut, Wukirsari, Cangkringan, Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The Ketoprak Tobong Kelana Bakti Budaya is one of the last remaining theatre troupes in Yogyakarta, Java, Indonesia. The Tobong is a temporary building with no walls, constructed from bamboo, that can moved from place to place. It frequently combines stage, group of dwellings, and auditorium. In the realm of the Javanese arts however, a Ketoprak is a community theatre performance featuring actors in traditional costumes.
2. Mandira Baruga
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
Purawisata (Mandira Baruga) has been known as a integrated family recreation center, were we can found at the middle of the Yogyakarta city - Indonesia, occupies an area of 2.4 ha. Located at Brigjend Katamso Street and it takes only 500 meters from the Malioboro and only 300 meters from Sultan Palace of Yogyakarta. Purawisata divides in some facilities, such as : Ramayana Ballet Performance Gazebo Garden Restaurant Wedding Package at Gazebo Garden Restaurant
3. Vino Bar
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4.5 based on 35 reviews
Price range : $5 - $200- Opening hours : 5 pm - 1 am- Coziest wine bar, decorated with classic colonial style- Live bartender performance during making signature cocktail- Enjoy best selection of cuban cigars and choices wine of the word- Presenting live pianist performance every Sunday to Thursday and Live jazz band every Friday and Saturday start 8 pm - 11pm- Free of charge Wifi and pool table
Reviewed By jamesy7 - London, United Kingdom
We spent a nice relaxing 2hrs in the bar. Happy hour runs from 6-9 and you get buy one get one free which makes it decent value for java. Beer , cocktails and a good selection of quality wines. Our servers, Sindhi and Doni were both really professional and attentive, always ready to refill your glass with a smile, nice and friendly people. Going back for happy hour tonight. 10/10.
4. Ramayana Ballet at Prambanan
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4.5 based on 786 reviews
Reviewed By 581rianas
This dance performance is highly recommended to watch if you come to Yogyakarta. Just about half hour trip from Yogyakarta, you can visit Prambanan temple and the dance performance which located in the same area. The story is basically about true love based on Indian Ramayana. It involves lots of dancers with nice costume. You can read the story from the booklet or from the projector they showed during the show (it’s in English and Indonesia). We chose the VIP seat (cost around Aus$40) due to the seat as the non VIP seat will requires you to sit on the stone for around 2 hours. The temple in the background gives fantastic feeling as we enjoy this night performance. Please keep in mind that you only can get the outdoor performance during dry season, while for some other months the performance will be indoor during rain season (from November). Just browse this information and also to book ticket online by googling about Ramayana ballet prambanan. Personally I will recommend to watch this performance outdoor during full moon.
5. Ramayana Ballet Purawisata
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4.0 based on 271 reviews
Ramayana Ballet, performed at Purawisata Yogyakarta, Indonesia is a perfect place to watch Ramayana Ballet. Only 4 minutes from Malioboro Street. It has been staged regularly every night since 1976 and it has received an award from Indonesian Record Museum (MURI). It also has been performed at Open Air Stage (only will moved to Indoor if it rains).
Reviewed By YogaEfendi - Yogyakarta Region, Indonesia
I am Yoga Efendi, a traveler. This show is a must see when you are travelling for the first time in Yogyakarta, Java Island - Indonesia. More private show, very dynamic dances, amazing Javanese Gamelan instrument and music, and always perform every night! It is spectacular show and amazing experience.
6. Cultural Development Center of Yogyakarta
7. Raminten Cabaret Show
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By suyowong - Jakarta, Indonesia
Must watch !! Location at third floor Hamzah Batik building in jalan Malioboro. The show is fun and fabulous. The stage is support with spectacular lighting, fireworks and fire and surround with good quality sounds and music equipment. Buy some food and drink, their food and drink is cheap and delicious in that price. The show : watch by yourself, lipsinc by cabaret shemale with dance and attractions. They are fabolous. suggestion to make a reservation so you may get the best view, even booking is additional charges but you get a meals and drink in package.
