Yogyakarta Kraton & Malioboro Free Walking Tour
Free walking tour
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Culture & History
City Tour
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Destination
Tugu Monument, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
City Centre, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
1N (Participation Duration)
Walking (Transportation)
English, Chinese, Japanese, French (Language)
Number of participants 0/25
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Tour description
Discover the cultural soul of Java on this free walking tour of Yogyakarta. With a local guide, you'll start at the landmark Tugu Monument, stroll along the famous Malioboro shopping street, and pass the colonial Vredeburg Fort. Reach the walls of the Kraton, the Sultan's Palace still lived in today, and the ruined Taman Sari water castle, then explore a batik village where the fabric is hand-drawn. Hear about sultans, gamelan music, and Javanese traditions, with the great temples of Borobudur and Prambanan nearby. Pick up insider tips on gudeg, kopi joss, and the best batik. Free to join — simply tip your guide whatever you feel it was worth at the end.
Meeting point:
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By the Tugu Monument (Tugu Pal Putih)
Look for your guide holding a yellow "FREE WALKING TOUR" sign. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. No deposit required.
Detailed itinerary
Stop 1 – Meet by the landmark Tugu Monument.
Stop 2 – The famous Malioboro shopping street.
Stop 3 – The colonial Vredeburg Fort.
Stop 4 – The walls of the Kraton, the Sultan's Palace.
Stop 5 – The ruined Taman Sari water castle.
Stop 6 – A batik village of hand-drawn fabric.
Final stop – End with tips on gudeg, kopi joss and the best batik (Borobudur and Prambanan are day trips nearby).
Stop 2 – The famous Malioboro shopping street.
Stop 3 – The colonial Vredeburg Fort.
Stop 4 – The walls of the Kraton, the Sultan's Palace.
Stop 5 – The ruined Taman Sari water castle.
Stop 6 – A batik village of hand-drawn fabric.
Final stop – End with tips on gudeg, kopi joss and the best batik (Borobudur and Prambanan are day trips nearby).
Tour price includes
• Professional local guide (languages as listed above, subject to availability)\n• Guided walking tour of about 3 hours\n• Local history, culture and hidden-gem commentary\n• Insider tips on food, cafés and what to see next\n• Small, friendly group with plenty of photo stops
Tour price excludes
• Food and drinks\n• Hotel pick-up and drop-off\n• Public transport and entrance fees to monuments or museums\n• Gratuities / tips for the guide (this is a tip-based tour)\n• Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation at any time — this is a free, tip-based walking tour, so there is never a cancellation charge. Please message your guide in advance if your plans change. Tours run rain or shine; in bad weather the guide may adjust the route for comfort.
Other notes
Departs daily with several start times. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water and weather-appropriate clothing. Suitable for all ages.
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