Location: Central Java
Top Things to do in Central Java
Top Restaurants in Central Java
What to do and see in Central Java, Indonesia: The Best Places and Tips
Central Java (Javanese: ꦗꦮꦠꦼꦔꦃ; Indonesian: Jawa Tengah, abbreviated as Jateng) is a province of Indonesia. This province is located in the middle of the island of Java. Its administrative capital is Semarang.
Restaurants in Central Java
1. Javanava Travelcafe
Overall Ratings
5 based on 110 reviews
Borobudur is one of the world's cultural heritage located in the village of Borobudur, Central Java. It is the largest Buddhist temple and was built in the ninth century.
Reviewed By Frederic_GT - Singapore, Singapore
We are really impressed by Tomo and Nanang's efficiency and professionalism. Their service quality is way above expectation: fast communication, flexibility, understanding with reasonable price. They customized our trip. We were lead to change/cancel our itinerary at the very last minute due to heavy rain, it was no hassle at all. Our driver Andri accompanied us during all our stay, he is friendly, smiling, patient and efficient.
We are highly recommending Javanava Travel cafe and will surely ask them to help next time we come to Java.
2. Prambanan Temples
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
These ancient masterpieces of Hindu architecture are adorned with bas-reliefs depicting the famous Ramayana story.
Reviewed By bernie47801 - Denpasar, Indonesia
One of the most extraordinary structures in the world. A must visit location when you come to Indonesia. Allow at least a half day to experience this site. Much easier to access compared to Borobudur but just as fascinating. These two sites should be on your bucket list together with Angkor Wat.
3. Museum Batik Danar Hadi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 480 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 Christopher H - Bogor, Indonesia
This a batik museum manage by a private company and hence you need to pay more to enter but it is well maintained.
4. Mount Sikunir
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 196 reviews
Reviewed By wiwiafrina - Jakarta, Indonesia
Mout Sikunir located in Wonosobo, Central Java. It's a perfect place to see beautiful sunrise for those who never climb the mountain. it's just take 15 minutes or maybe 30 minutes (for me) from parking lot to trekking to the top of Mount Sikunir. There's no entrance fee. Next to Mount Sikunir, You can see the Mount Prau.
5. Maria Kerep Cave
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By MegaNainggolan
This is a place for religious visit, for prayer and spiritual experience and relaxing alike.
There is a man made cave where people could pray with devotion to Mother Mary. There is a series of stations in a via dolorossa along a route starting from a Catholic Church in Ambarawa and finished in the Kerep.
When you are here for relaxation do not miss the Gethsemane garden and make sure to visit the local food hawkers and souvenir stalls
6. Mount Prau
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By Abby M - Jakarta, Indonesia
Yes, we've been waiting for a good moment to go to this mountain and do the photo shot for our wedding. And the best time is during July, not to cold and crowd.
The climbing path is good for beginner mount climber like us. But still you have to prepare everything from the entrance permission and registration to your gear set up.
We started to climb at 2 AM and got to the top of the mountain at 5 AM. The view was remarkable and we successfully did the photo shot in freezing.
7. Central Java Grand Mosque
Overall Ratings
4 based on 536 reviews
Reviewed By TerryLondon_England - London, England
Definitely worth a visit, even as a non-Muslim, just to see the design of the architecture on the approach to the Masjid itself. Very nice indeed. The steps at the side of the Masjid were a bit dirty and the inside of the Masjid was not very inspiring. A bit of a shame, really.
30 mins. visit max. is all you need here. Ask your taxi driver to wait for you, otherwise you could have a very long wait to hail a taxi on the street to take you back to where you came from. After 20 mins. standing by the roadside, a couple offered me a lift in their bemo back to Simpang Lima for 20,000 Rupiah.
8. Batu Raden
Overall Ratings
4 based on 204 reviews
Reviewed By didik s
This place is a must visit when we come to Purwokerto. It's really beautiful.
There are some attractions there like flying bike which only costs us 20,000 rupiahs.
It's a huge area to cover for only a day and 10 pictures will not represent all beauties we can see here.
9. Candi Mendut (Temple)
Overall Ratings
4 based on 220 reviews
The horse cart to Candi Mendut and Pawon is recommended
Reviewed By Ramadama - New Providence, New Jersey
This temple is part of the Borobudur Temple Complex which also includes Borobudur and Pawon Temples. This small 9th century Buddhist temple has some beautiful relief carvings on the outside and a large Buddha statue inside. It is not crowded and can be seen in 15 minutes. The best thing near the temple is the very old and beautiful Banyon tree. You can also walk to the Mandut Buddist monastery near buy where you will be surrounded by aggressive street sellers.
10. Sangiran Museum and Early Man Site
Overall Ratings
4 based on 144 reviews
An important archaeological excavation site and museum displaying prehistoric fossils.
Reviewed By ivy_liem - Jakarta, Indonesia
- The museum is well maintained
- This museum has a nice building, clean,comfortable and have air conditioner in each room.
- Plenty of information about ancient evolution and research printed on the wall
- The Location is enough far from the center city, Better go in groups and rent a vehicle.
- No guide who can explain more about the artifacts or history of the artifacts other than Reading the printed ones themselves
- Not many fossils can be seen because most are just dioramas and Information printed on the wall
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