29 Natural Things to Do in Bantul Yogyakarta

Bantul is one of the regencies located in the Special Region of Yogyakarta, precisely in the south of Yogyakarta. Bantul proved to have a wide range of fascinating tourist destinations. Starting from nature tourism, beaches, up to religious tourism, all we can get when on vacation to Bantul. Well, here are some attractions that you can visit while enjoying a holiday in Bantul.

1. Parangkusumo Beach
   One of the beaches in Bantul that has beautiful natural scenery and includes popular is also Parangkusumo Beach. Its location is adjacent to Parangtritis Beach and is famous for its mystical side.

In Parangkusumo Beach there is a building called Cepuri, the contents of this Cepuri are two pieces of rock called Cinta Batu. Well, according to the story, on the Rock Love never had a meeting between the first ruler of the Mataram Kingdom named Panembahan Senopati with Kanjeng Ratu Kidul. That’s where there is an agreement that states the willingness Kanjeng Ratu Kidul to help make the Kingdom of Mataram a kingdom to be respected in the Land of Java. You may also enjoy the Non-Touristy Things to Do in Yogyakarta

Because of this story until now, many people who visit Parangkusumo Beach have a certain purpose. They perform special rituals, meditations, or ceremonies, one of the aims that everything desired or aspiration can be accomplished and achieved.

2. Parangtritis Beach
   There are many things to Do in Bantul Yogyakarta, Indonesia! One of the most popular beaches in Yogyakarta is Parangtritis. This beach has a fairly large wave of black volcanic sand that will look shiny when exposed to the sun.
3. Around it, there is also a high rock cliff. But behind the beauty of its natural panorama, the surrounding community believes that Parangtritis is a sacred place or location that is considered sacred. This is caused by a legendary story that says that Parangtritis is the residence of the South Sea Ruler known as Kanjeng Ratu Kidul.  You may also enjoy the Things to Do in Kalibiru

Kanjeng Ratu wears green clothes, so visitors who come to this beach are forbidden to wear green clothes while in the area of Parangtritis Beach. The sound of the waves, the cool air, and the green scenery of the hills around the coast become the main attraction for tourists. Address Parangtritis is in District Kretek, Bantul.

3. Cerme Cave
   Tourist attractions in Bantul next famous is Cerme Cave. As you enter the cave you can see the stunning beauty of stalactites and stalagmites. The cave is different from the cave most of this has its own uniqueness, its hollow roof that reflects light into the more beautify the existing view.  You may also enjoy the Cool Things to Do in Yogyakarta

The length of the Cerme Cave reaches 1.5 km with the tip of the Cave in Ploso Village, Giritirto, Gunung Kidul Regency, Yogyakarta. Tourists who come from all over, both local and foreign tourists alike.

Address Cerme Cave: Dusun Srunggo, Selopamioro Village, Imogiri District, Bantul Regency, Yogyakarta.

4. Balong Waterpark
   What’s more beautiful things to Do in Bantul Yogyakarta, Indonesia? This is one of the waterparks in Bantul which is fun and has a wide range of game rides. Some games in Balong include water slides that have a height of 9 meters and 12 meters, in addition, there is also a special slide provided for the family (family slide) and has a fairly large size. You may also enjoy the Things to Do in Yogyakarta You Never Knew Existed

To enter into Balong Waterpark tourist attraction you just pay Rp 15.000, – for Monday to Saturday. Special Sunday ticket Rp 20.000, -. Very affordable, right? While the schedule is at 10:00 to 18:00 (Monday-Saturday) and 08:00 to 18:00 (Sunday).

Address: East of Yogyakarta, Jalan Pleret km 1.5, Balong Potorono, Bantul, Yogyakarta.

5. Kids Fun
   The next destination is Kids Fun. This place is a family and child tourist site. The number of rides games that make a child feel at home to linger over here. Rides of the game include go-karts, bumper car, flying fox, swinger, swimming pool, and so forth.  You may also enjoy the Things to Do in Kaliurang Yogyakarta

The price of Kids Fun location entry tickets varies depending on the age and spot you want to enter. For children aged 2-13 years the ticket price is Rp 55.000, – and adult set at Rp 55.000, -. Entrance to the pool for Rp 22,500, – and for the entrance ticket pool package and playground for Rp 69.000, – (2-13 years) and Rp 59.000, – (adults).

Address: Jalan Wonosari km 10, Sitimulyo, Piyungan, Bantul, Yogyakarta. 

6. Parang Wedang Hot Water Bath
   Tourist attractions in Bantul next there is a hot water bathing place parang wedding is quite famous. This bath is one of the tourist destinations in Bantul which has its own uniqueness. Unlike most hot springs located near the mountains, Parang Wedang Hot Spring is located near the beach.

Parang Wedang Thermal Baths close to Parangtritis. In the bathhouse, the location has been built a storage pond that has a size of 9 x 8 meters and facilities in the form of a shower of warm water that is destined for visitors so that they are comfortable in this tourist location. Because of this adjacent location, it is no wonder if this tourist place is never empty of visitors, especially during the holiday season arrives.

7. Cave Beach Cemara
   This is a beach tourism location which is also located in Bantul. His name is Pantai Cave Cemara. Unique, right? There must be a cave with pine trees around it. If you think so, sorry, that’s not right.

This location is called Cave of Cypress because along the entrance to get to the beach location, you will find there are a lot of cypress trees on the left and right. So if we look carefully then, the rows of pine trees form like a cave. That is the origin of the name of the beach.

Address: Patehan Village, Sanden Sub-district, Bantul District, Yogyakarta. 

8. Samas Beach
   Bantul does have many interesting beaches to visit, one of them is Samas Beach. Located approximately 25 km south of Gudeg City. In addition to the natural scenery around the beautiful beaches.

Another attraction of Samas Beach is the presence of a lighthouse that fishermen use as navigation. This place is very fitting for those of you who have a hobby of photography, because of many interesting spots as a snap object that can explore when travelling here.

Address: District Senden, Bantul Regency, Yogyakarta.

9. Kotagede Mosque of Yogyakarta
   For those of you who love historical tours, please visit historical sights at Kotagede Mosque, Yogyakarta. This mosque is the oldest mosque building in Kota Gudeg and is a relic of Mataram Kingdom, so it has a high historical value.

The construction of this mosque was carried out by Sultan Agung in the 1640s. In the Kotagede Mosque, you will find a wide range of historical objects with ages reaching hundreds of years. Some of his collection is a wall with glue and sugar water that has been for hundreds of years. You can enjoy a lot and do those magical things to Do in Bantul Yogyakarta, Indonesia!  You may also enjoy the Hidden Beaches in Indonesia

10. Cave Selarong
    The Selarong cave in Bantul also has historical value in it. In the Dutch East Indies colonial period, this cave was used as a base of guerrilla warfare against the invaders. In this place also Prince Diponegoro often aloof. Many

tourists who visit this tourist site with the aim to commemorate the services of Prince Diponegoro and the history of his struggle against the Dutch colonization. The existing facilities in Selarong Cave are one of them is the campground. Address: Dukuh Kembangputihan, District Pajangan, Bantul Regency, Yogyakarta.

11. Taman Wisata Tirta Tamansari (Water Byur Bantul)
    When vacationing at the tourist sites of Bantul this one we can swim or enjoy the outbound rides. Just like the waterpark, the swimming pool is equipped with several game rides.

Well, for entrance tickets to Tirta Tamansari Park is priced at Rp 7,000, – just with the schedule starting at 7:00 to 20:00.

Address: Jalan Wijaya Kusuma No. 180, Niten, Trirenggo, Bantul, Yogyakarta.

12. Imogiri’s grave
    This tomb is one of the religious attractions are always crowded visit. This sacred tomb is the tomb of the kings of Mataram Sultanate. Another name is Imogiri Tomb Pajimatan Girirejo Imogiri and Pasarean Imogiri.

Historically, the construction of this cemetery was done by Sultan Mataram III named Prabu Hanyokrokusumo in 1632. It lies on the hills that still belong to the cluster of the thousand mountains.

Address: Dusun Pajimatan, Girirejo Village, Imogiri District, Bantul Regency, Yogyakarta.  

List of Other Places of Interest in Bantul

Here are more things to Do in Bantul Yogyakarta, Indonesia!

Beach tourism

1. Depok Beach (Parangtritis Village, Kecamatan Kretek)
2. Kuwaru Beach (Poncosari Village, Srandakan Sub-district)
3. Pandansimo Beach (Poncosari Village, Srandakan Sub-district)
4. Patehan Beach (Gadinghrjo Village, Sanden Sub-District)

Mountain Tours

1. Wanagama Forest (Mangunan Village, Dlingo District)
2. Hargodumilah Mountains (Srimulyo Village, Piyungan Sub-district)
3. Nganjir Pillar (Mangunan Village, Dlingo District)

Cave Tour, Cultural Art, and Agro

1. Elephant Cave (Mangunan Village, Dlingo District)
2. Japanese Cave (Seloharjo Village, Pundong District)
3. Lawa Cave (Selopamioro Village, Imogiri Sub-district)
4. Nogobumi Cave (Seloharjo Village, Pundong District)
5. Payaman Cave (Argorejo Village, Sedayu District)
6. Madukismo Sugar Factory (Tirtonirmolo Village, Kasihan Sub-district)
7. Agrowisata Argorejo (Sedayu, Bantul)
8. Batik Museum (Girirejo Village, Imogiri Sub-district)
9. Kekayon Wayang Museum (Baturetno Village, Banguntapan District)
10. Padepokan Seni Bagong Kusudiharjo (Tamantirto Village, Kasihan Sub-district)

Meanwhile, that’s all the best things to Do in Bantul Yogyakarta, Indonesia! Happy Holiday!