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Yogyakarta Keraton & Tamansari water castle English/France guide

5.0 (one review) 2–3 hours Private tour
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Yogyakarta Keraton & Tamansari water castle English/France guide

About this activity

Yogyakarta Sultan Palace is a unique place because not all places in Indonesia are special areas that have a sultan as their leader.

Here you will be invited to enter the sultan's house which has been around since before Indonesia became independent

Here there are many historical relics from previous generations. Make sure you don't miss this tour because there are no more places like this in Indonesia. If you want to know more about Indonesia especially Javanese culture dont skip this tour.

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At a glance

Duration
2–3 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English, French
Operated by
Javaratour

Ages: Children (10–12 years) · Youth (13–18 years) · Adults (19–50 years) · Seniors (51–70 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: All Fees and Taxes
  • Included: Tour Guide

Not included

  • Not included: Personal Expenses
  • Not included: Private transportation

Itinerary

  1. Yogyakarta Palace

    one hour Admission included

    Keraton Sultan Palace or Keraton Yogyakarta, is the official palace of the Yogyakarta Sultanate located in the city of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. This palace was built in 1756 by Sultan Hamengkubuwono I, and is one of the most popular historical and cultural sites in Indonesia.

    Here are the things tourists will see and do if they visit Keraton Sultan Palace:

    See the palace architecture

    Sultan Palace Palace has unique and typical Javanese architecture. The palace complex consists of various buildings, such as a hall, pendapa and mosque. These buildings are made of wood and brick, and decorated with beautiful carvings.

    Get to know the history and culture of the palace

    Sultan Palace Palace has a long and rich history and culture. Tourists can learn about the history and culture of the palace through the information available on information boards, or by taking a tour guided by a tour guide.

  2. Water Castle (Tamansari)

    one hour Admission included

    Keraton Tamansari Water Castle is one of the historical sites in Yogyakarta.

    Tamansari was built in the 18th century by Sultan Hamengku Buwono I as an amusement park and resting place for the royal family.

    Here are the things tourists will see and do if they visit Keraton Tamansari Water Castle:

    See the splendor of Tamansari architecture

    Tamansari has unique and beautiful architecture. The most attractive is a large bathing pool, with clear and refreshing water. The Princess Bath is a bathing pool intended for royal princesses.

    Get to know the history and culture of Tamansari

    Tamansari is a silent witness to the glory of the Mataram Kingdom. This park was built as a place of entertainment and resting place for the royal family. Tourists can learn about the history and culture of Tamansari through the information available on information boards, or by taking a tour guide

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • From north alun-alun (north big square field) go south and wou will see this clock monument and you will meet your tour guide there.

End point

Cancellation

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Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

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    Guide only without ticket

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Yogyakarta Keraton & Tamansari water castle English/France guide

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