Share this tour
Offered languages
- English
Discover Yogyakarta through a variety of carefully designed walking tours, each offering a unique perspective on the city’s culture, history, and daily life. Choose the route that best suits your interests, from exploring the royal heritage of the Sultan’s Palace and Tamansari Water Castle to visiting a leather puppet artist and learning about this centuries-old craft. Alternatively, enjoy an evening visit to Sonobudoyo Museum with insights from our knowledgeable guide an ideal way to stay active and help overcome jet lag after a long journey. Each tour offers an authentic and enriching introduction to Yogyakarta beyond the usual tourist attractions.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your Autica guide at the entrance gate of Sonobudoyo Museum, next to the north square (Alun-Alun Utara), a short walk from the Sultan's Palace.
Itinerary
-
1Yogyakarta Palace
The Yogyakarta Palace, or Kraton, is a historic royal complex in central Java. It showcases traditional Javanese architecture, intricate carvings, and cultural artifacts, serving as a living center of Javanese heritage, royal ceremonies, and local traditions.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
2Water Castle (Tamansari)
Explore Taman Sari Water Castle, the former royal garden of the Yogyakarta Sultanate, featuring historic bathing pools, elegant architecture, and hidden underground passages. Continue with a visit to a local leather puppet artisan’s home workshop to observe the traditional craftsmanship and cultural heritage of wayang making.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3Museum Sonobudoyo
Evening route (17:00 or 19:00). Explore Sonobudoyo Museum with your Autica guide. The first building traces Java's story as a timeline, from prehistory through the old kingdoms to the National Awakening. The second building, in the same museum area, has newer, interactive exhibitions.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tags
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Your guide to the flawless travel experience
Popular Countries
Get our app
