Malioboro is Yogyakarta’s most iconic street and a vibrant center of cultural and urban life. Lined with shops, street vendors, traditional markets, and colonial-era buildings, it offers visitors easy access to local crafts, batik, culinary specialties, and public spaces. Its lively atmosphere makes Malioboro an ideal place to experience the everyday rhythm of the city.

The Kraton of Yogyakarta is the cultural heart of the city and the official palace of the Sultan. As a living palace, it functions not only as a royal residence but also as a center for Javanese traditions, ceremonies, music, and dance. The Kraton provides valuable insight into the history, philosophy, and continuity of Javanese culture.

Taman Sari, also known as the Water Castle, is a historic royal garden complex located near the Kraton. Built in the 18th century, it once served as a place for rest, meditation, and defense for the royal family. Today, its unique architecture, bathing pools, and underground passages make Taman Sari a popular site for exploring Yogyakarta’s royal heritage.