Kotagede Yogyakarta Heritage Walk Tour

5.0
(5 reviews)

2 to 3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

This activity is organized by local community (Local Empowerment). It is such an effort of heritage conservation through tourism. So that we guarantee that this experience is an authentic.
Kotagede is form of some kampung which used to be a Palace area of Mataram Islam in 16th century. It has a concept of Catur Gatra Tunggal that consist of Mosque (religion), Market (economic), Palace (goverment), and Square (public).
As the time goes by, starting from the royal era, colonialism, independence and modern era there is a uniqueness in the forms of architecture, culinary, social life, and local wisdom that become into the cultural frame of the locals.
in the end you will enjoy the coffee break at javanese house in rukunan alley.

What's Included

Bottled water
very local snacks that may be not found at other place
Donation
Rent traditional Javanesse dress

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Under the big banyan tree

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Our local guide will meet you and guide you during the tour. It brings you into some stops such as Kings tomb with special dress. In the cemetery area also lied Masjid Gedhe Mataram (the oldest mosque in Yogyakarta). in this area, you will also see the spring names Sendang Selirang

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    exploring traditional houses that are lived by local and also enjoying the tradisional snack. There is a term, “rukunan”. It describes a condition Javanese residence where the owners have an agreement to make the part of their house to be an a way that connects between one house to another, So that everyone can access with some condition. The interesting thing is that the ownership status doesn’t belong to Sultanate.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Pasar Kotagede is a local and oldest market in the southern of java. There, you can find local food, snack, fruit, vegetable, herbs, kitchen stuff, and many more. You can see the making process of jamu (traditional herbs drink) and try it. The interesting thing is that you will see and experience how the locals bargain in traditional market.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Supplied by Lawang Pethuk Kotagede

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Tags

Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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