Sonobudoyo Museum
Most Complete Javanese Cultural Collection in Indonesia
Keris daggers, masks, puppets, gamelan instruments, Majapahit gold — it is all at Sonobudoyo Museum. The Javanese artifact collection here is second only to Jakarta's National Museum. And the crown jewel: every evening at 20:00, there is a live wayang kulit (shadow puppet) performance by a dalang master in the museum pavilion. Tickets IDR 10,000. For an authentic Javanese cultural experience at this price, it is almost unbelievable.
Located at the North Square, walking distance from Malioboro. Perfect for a same-day combo: museum during the day, shadow puppets at night.
Practical Information
Opening Hours
08:00 - 15:30 WIB (closed Monday)
Ticket Price
IDR 10,000
Distance from Jogja
1 km · 10 minutes from Malioboro
Best Time to Visit
Morning or evening (shadow puppet 20:00)
How to Get There
Walking distance from Malioboro.
Tour Packages to This Destination
Travel Tips
Shadow puppet show every evening at 20:00 (except certain days) — arrive 19:30 for front seats. Performance lasts 2 hours, but you can leave anytime
Museum closed Monday — do not come on Monday. Other days, come morning when it is still quiet to read all artifact descriptions peacefully
Need Transport to This Destination?
Rent a car with experienced driver and fuel included