Culture and Coasts of Indonesia

Brimming with cultural treasures, this city offers diverse museums, great food, and access to Indonesia's best ancient temples.

Hire a rickshaw to explore the colorful city streets, or wander around by food, visiting shops, temples, and local food stalls.

This 18C palace complex is home to the Sultan of Yogyakarta and offers markets, a historical museum, mosques, and live performances.

Now a hub of silversmiths, this district boasts remnants of a 16C Sultanate capital, including a mosque, a palace, and fortifications.

Built in the 18C as a royal recreational garden, this complex boasts artificial lakes, fine architecture, and other ornate elements.

Indonesia's biggest Hindu temple dates to the 9C, boasting fine traditional architecture, elaborate reliefs, and rich ornamentation.

Adorned with elaborate relief panels and Buddha statues, this 9C temple complex is a remarkable example of Javanese architecture.

This remarkable museum exhibits traditional masks, puppets, textiles, superb Javanese art, and boasts an outdoor sculpture exhibit.

Housed in a 19C fort, this museum showcases photographs, documents, and dioramas depicting significant historic events.

Dedicated to the life and works of Affandi, an Indonesian artist, this museum exhibits his painting and personal belongings.

Stroll through the packed stalls, admiring local craftsmanship, sampling fresh veggies and fruits, and soaking up the local culture.

Descend into the this vertical cave, where lush primeval verdure awaits and the light filters in through the natural skylight.

Indonesia's second-largest Buddhist compound dates to the 8C, boasting nearly 250 lavishly ornamented shrines.

Honoring an 18C prince who rebelled against the Dutch, this museum exhibits 19C weaponry, statues, and a few of his personal items.

Boasting a river winding its way through the premises, this zoo also features an orchid hothouse, a lake, and a botanical garden.

Offering many fun and interactive exhibitions, this science museum is perfect for young children and adults young at heart.

Climb up to the summit for spectacular views over the surrounding area, or explore by foot this national park and all it can offer.

Remnants of an ancient settlement boasting many architectural relics, including a bathing area, small shrines, walls, and more.

A temple complex dating to the 9C, featuring over 200 structures of unique architectural technique and abundant decorations.

Follow the meandering road until you reach this secluded beach, known for its white sand, azure water, and beautiful landscape.

A small town on the island of Bali, featuring art galleries, museums, and temples, and offering access to nearby natural attractions.

This popular sanctuary is home to over 600 macaques famed for causing mischief, but also three 14C temples and lush natural scenery.

Explore Indonesian art in this museum, exhibiting all from ancient Kamasan painting on tree barks to modern works by Batuan artists.

Hunt for bargains as you make your way through the central streets of Ubud, where a charming atmosphere floods its colorful shops.

Housed in a complex boasting traditional Balinese style, this museum's galleries host from classical to modern Indonesian artworks.

This picturesque craggy headland boasts a 16C Balinese temple, offering a superb moment for a memorable picture.

Hike down stairs and through the jungle to reach these waterfalls, comprising seven separate cascades into a breathtaking whole.

Hosting daily dance concerts, this 19C temple features elaborate stone carvings and sculptures of local gods and mythic creatures.

A palace complex boasting traditional style and nice gardens. Visit at night and you might glimpse a traditional dance performance.

Spanning 9km along hills and through breathtaking natural vistas, this hiking trail features temples, valleys, and cultural curios.

Exhibiting the works of Antonio Blanco, a famous and eccentric local artist, this museum features gardens and a restaurant as well.

This headland is recognized as one of the world's best surfing spots, also featuring a famous sea temple full of monkeys.

Soak up the sun on this sandy beach, enjoying an occasional swim. Be sure to visit in the evening for a taste of Balinese nightlife.

This museum exhibits modern and pre-modern Balinese art of traditional techniques, including ink, woodcarving, paintings, and more.

A simple botanical garden full of endemic Balinese plants, featuring orchid greenhouses, medicinal gardens, and a cacti collection.

Combining art and style, this elegant restaurant seconds as a contemporary art gallery, exhibiting local and international artists.

With a history reaching to the 10C, this impressive temple boasts a beautiful purification bath replenished with fresh spring water.

Sprawling along the coast of the Lombok Island, this resort features a large temple, gorgeous bays, and a nearby waterfall.

Set on the peninsula in southern Bali, this settlement is full of luxurious hotels, offering great beaches and a lively atmosphere.

With picture-perfect sandy shore, clear azure water, and warm sunshine, this beach is the perfect destination for sea-lovers.

Enjoy the sea breeze and the fun ambiance of these central streets, lined with cafes, overflowing shops, and great eateries.

A museum exhibiting art from the Asian Pacific area, including native and international artists influenced by local styles.

Visit during the high tide for a glimpse of the water skyrocketing into the air, or simply enjoy the scenery from this popular lookout.

This picturesque craggy headland boasts a 16C Balinese temple, offering a superb moment for a memorable picture.

This headland is recognized as one of the world's best surfing spots, also featuring a famous sea temple full of monkeys.

Home to two temples, two churches, and a mosque, this unique complex is a superb example of coexistence of different religions.

Soak up the sun on this sandy beach, enjoying an occasional swim. Be sure to visit in the evening for a taste of Balinese nightlife.

With a history reaching to the 10C, this impressive temple boasts a beautiful purification bath replenished with fresh spring water.

Sprawling along the coast of the Lombok Island, this resort features a large temple, gorgeous bays, and a nearby waterfall.

A bustling seaside resort set in a a fishing village, visitors enjoy the picturesque beaches, fresh seafood, and local culture.

Spend the day relaxing in nature, admiring the beautiful waterfall, swimming in the pool, or looking over the rainforest.

A lively and popular destination, Seminyak offers luxurious spas, shopping, great food, nightlife, and a superb beach.

Indonesia's second-biggest city is home to museums, mosques, parks, and markets, and boasts a rich cosmopolitan charm.

Come early in the day and take a tour of this factory-museum, learning about the history and production of locally famed cigarettes.

Explore the winding streets of this city center, admiring the historic buildings housing shops and lively cafes.

An enormous shopping center, featuring upscale shops, diverse eateries, movie theaters, children's playgrounds, and more.

Boasting several domes of gorgeous blue and a 99m minaret, this impressive mosque also has a beautiful modern architecture.

Established in the 18C, this lovely university city boasts a wealth of Colonial architecture, as well as a vibrant nightlife scene.

Whether you take a jeep or opt to climb up by foot, this active volcano offers an interesting experience and marvelous panoramas.

Pleasantly green and tranquil, this popular municipal park also features playgrounds, skating amenities, food stalls, and more.

Indonesia's longest bridge is a cable-stayed construction spanning over 5km, offering great views and a wonderful sight when lit.

Encompassing the colossal Tengger Caldera, within which other volcanoes have arose, this national park is rich with endemic flora.

Walk through the forest to reach this waterfall descending 84m into a pool, camp on the grounds, fish, or enjoy a jog in the area.