Indonesia's Culture and Beaches

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

Spreading up the slopes of a small hill, this 10C temple complex contains several shrines and offers great views over the countryside.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Nestled amidst gardens and rice paddies, this former palatial residence is best-known for its Water Palace and its lush beauty.

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.

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

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

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

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.

Enjoy the breathtaking panorama of the Indian Ocean, bask in the sun, and swim through the turquoise water of this popular beach.

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

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

Home to over 5,000 birds, this popular aviary offers shows and features landscaped enclaves, as well as an array of native plants.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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