Top Things to do in Java
Top Hotels in Java
- 1. Pullman Ciawi Vimala Hills Resort
- 2. Goldvitel Hotel
- 3. Le Eminence Hotel Convention & Resort
- 4. Hotel Ciputra Jakarta managed by Swiss-Belhotel International
- 5. Pesona Alam Resort & Spa
- 6. The Papandayan
- 7. The 1O1 Bogor Suryakancana
- 8. @HOM Hotel Simpang Lima by Horison
- 9. Grand Mercure Bandung Setiabudi
- 10. Swiss-Belresort Dago Heritage
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What to do and see in Java, Indonesia: The Best Things to do for Honeymoon
Discover the best top things to do in Java, Indonesia including Prambanan Temples, Mount Bromo, Borobudur Temple, Ijen Crater, Krakatau Volcano (Krakatoa), Madakaripura Waterfall, Sewu Temple, Citumang River, Taman Bunga Nusantara, Mount Sikunir.
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1. Prambanan Temples
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,313 reviews
These ancient masterpieces of Hindu architecture are adorned with bas-reliefs depicting the famous Ramayana story.
Reviewed By WorldGlutton - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
As we arrived at the Carpark we did not like see the temple except for a few modern contemporary buildings. However upon walking in, we were awestruck by this UNESCO world heritage temple constructed about 856 AD. It is located in an enclosed park hidden away with with stalls & facilities. The Prambanan Temple being the main temple with many other several small temples in the same compound are Hindu Temples dedicated to Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva (The Creator, The Protector and The Destroyer). The steps to these individual temples are quite narrow and steep with many visitors taking selfies which make it a bit difficult to climb through. Our tour guide walked us through and explained/narrated in detail the history on each and every panel reliefs of stones carving and every temple building which house a statue of Hindu god or goddess. The Temples Park are well maintained, many ruins from earthquake could be seen lying neatly. There is an enclosed area with spotted deers, a souvenir shop and café. For visitors who do not wish to walk , they can pay a price for the Buggy Transport. The driver will gladly stop and wait for you while you explore the temples site . At the Exit , there are plenty of market stalls for souvenirs. Certainly worth the time to explore this ancient Hindu Temple, definitely one of the best tourist site around Yogyakarta !!!
2. Mount Bromo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,512 reviews
Soaring over 2300 meters above sea level, Mount Bromo is the only active volcano inside Java's spectacular Tengger Caldera national park.
Reviewed By MtBromoSunrisetour - Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, Indonesia
Thank You very much to Mrs Alyssa Wong for using our service during 4 Days Mount Bromo Sunrise Tour, Blue Flame and Sunrise Ijen crater combined with Tumpak Sewu Waterfall Tour finish Surabaya.
3. Borobudur Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7,548 reviews
Borobudur Temple Compounds This famous Buddhist temple, dating from the 8th and 9th centuries, is located in central Java. It was built in three tiers: a pyramidal base with five concentric square terraces, the trunk of a cone with three circular platforms and, at the top, a monumental stupa. The walls and balustrades are decorated with fine low reliefs, covering a total surface area of 2,500 m2. Around the circular platforms are 72 openwork stupas, each containing a statue of the Buddha. The monument was restored with UNESCO's help in the 1970s.
Reviewed By JeremyCaney - Seattle, United States
I often find that the most famous sights in a country are so hyped, so crowded, and so commercialized that they are underwelming. Borobudur is certainly hyped, crowded, and commercialized. And yet it’s a beautiful and unique ruin, painstakingly restored, and absolutely worth seeing. A few tips for your visit. First, a lot of visitors pay extra for the Manohara Resort’s exclusive 4:30A access for sunrise hoping to recreate one of those iconic shots of Borobudur. You can do that. But, at least in March, I found that arriving at 6:00A was just fine. It was cheaper, the crowds had thinned out, and there was still an hour of beautiful lighting and atmospheric mist offering plenty of good photo opportunities. All of the attached photos of the summit were taken between 6:30A and 7:30A. So unless you are dead set on catching those few moments where the sun crosses the horizon, consider enjoying the extra hour of sleep! (That said, you’ll definitely want to go in the early morning or late afternoon; it is miserably hot, crowded, and far less photogenic midday.) Second, the vast majority of visitors immediately climb to the top, spend an hour, then go onto their next destination. That’s a mistake. While the top level offers some of the best Instagram opportunities—and should certainly be where you go around sunrise or sunset—the lower levels provide the most historical and artistic significance with hundreds of remarkable stone reliefs. As an added bonus, you’ll encounter comparatively few visitors here, and the walls offer welcome cover from the afternoon sun. Third, and related, many visitors come to town exclusively for the temple, and then move on. If you’re more adventurous and have the time, however, then the nearby villages are full of charming and welcoming people, astonishingly beautiful scenery, and a couple of smaller temples. Those are easily as memorable for me as Borobudur itself. I highly recommend booking at one of the nearby bed and breakfasts (I loved Etafa Home Stay), renting a bike (if one isn’t provided for you), and spending a couple of days exploring the surrounding countryside. (Note: If you’re planning on also visiting Prambanan, you’ll want to see Borobudur Temple on either your first or last day, as you save a lot of money if you buy a joint ticket—but you have to visit each within one day of each other.) I only stayed two days in Borobudur, opting to spend another two days in Prambanan. And while I enjoyed my time in Prambanan, I think I’d have preferred skipping it entirely and spending more time in and around Borobudur. The temple is a must-see when you’re in Indonesia, but the entire area is beautiful.
4. Ijen Crater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,888 reviews
Reviewed By TheHumbleTravellers - Greater Noida, India
This place may look like a nightmare of your badest dreams but is so amazingly beautiful, surprising and adventurous. People visit here for 2 reasons a) To reach summit and stay there to watch beautiful turquoise lake and if lucky some views of blue fire b) To reach summit and then go down the crater to have chance of lifetime to see blue fire and sulphur miners doing manual mining We gathered all our courage to go down the crater as well. Now this trekking starts late night as blue fire is not visible once sun comes out so we need to go down crater before sunlight comes out. Going up the summit of Ijen requires decent stamina but not very challenging. Challenging part starts when you to move down the crater in almost zero light and only torch or mobile light visible. Its one of the most adventurous hiking done by me. During going down, you will encounter sulphur miners who manually gather sulphur and hangit on there shoulder to the top (almost 70 kg in one round) and they do it 2-3 times in a day, it so damn amazing as we only in one round were totally out. Reaching bottom is like reaching surface of moon, completely different environment with deadly gases around (masks are suggested to be safe from carbon di oxide), unique surrounding with sulphur coming out of mountains and then you see the most amazing thing - BLUE FIRE, its so beautiful For hikers/nature lovers - its a must visit. Its ones in a lifetime experience Special thanks to our tour guide who ensured we experience everything and safely too.
5. Krakatau Volcano (Krakatoa)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 171 reviews
A catastrophic explosion in 1883 had global repercussions and left only remnants of Krakatau (Krakatoa), which has shown seismic activity as recently as 1994.
Reviewed By TomDonovan - Washington DC, United States
Going to Krakatau is my plan from last year, traveling there is only 1.30 hours by fast boat, I departed with a local tour operator in Carita with good service from leaving in Jakarta to Krakatau, Mount Krakatau is very beautiful where I can see the latusan from the crater and ride to krakatau children, beautiful scenery with the island in krakatau, good guides and also the boat crew until I feel served, good lunch on Rakata island where I also senorkeling to see the underwater with lots of fish ... come back to Jakarta hotel with a friendly driver ... I feel satisfied with all the services..high recommend "KrakatoaTour.com
6. Madakaripura Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 460 reviews
Reviewed By indonesianexplorer - Surabaya, Indonesia
Apart from the very famous Mount Bromo, there are other tourist attractions that must be visited while you are in the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park area. A place that must be visited is the Madakaripura Waterfall. This waterfall is quite famous for both domestic and foreign tourist. Madakaripura is the highest waterfall on the island of Java and the second highest in Indonesia, with the height of about 1000 meters above sea level. Because of its highness, the atmosphere around there are fresh and cold. The unique part of Madakaripura is its circular shape and around the waterfall is decorated with its beautiful shape plants. Madakaripura waterfall is known as an eternal waterfall, because the water flow never decreases. If you go to Madakaripura waterfall you have to bring a raincoat because during the day it often rains suddenly.
7. Sewu Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 851 reviews
Reviewed By lawrenceh673
It is a smaller version of Borobudur but ver very well maintained. the whole area is kept clean and the temple structure is still strong with carvings of Buddhist history in excellent condition. Imagine this temple is built in the 9 century!!
8. Citumang River
9. Taman Bunga Nusantara
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 330 reviews
Reviewed By fajaradiartha - Jakarta, Indonesia
A huge park located deep inside Cipanas, Puncak. This park has several themed gardens which can be enjoyed just by gazing to it. Getting around is fast and easy with their paid shuttle bus but for the best experience just walk through it. Several paid activities such as the miniature train, mini jeep ride, horseback ride, and so on. Make sure to visit the park landmark such as the observation tower and the maze. The park is well maintained. There were no litters spotted, the staffs seemed to take cleanliness very seriously here.
10. Mount Sikunir
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 242 reviews
Reviewed By SWidodo - Wonosobo, Indonesia
The best place to visit in the Dieng area. A nice and steep path makes it easy to capture every step at this location. Incredible views from the top of the hill, visible Kawah Sikidang and a Telaga Warna that make a wonderful photo background.
