Things to Do in Bantul

Culture in Bantul

Bantul is the regency south of Yogyakarta that packs nearly every type of travel into one area. Its coastline stretches over 17 kilometers, from iconic Parangtritis to far quieter black-sand beaches like Goa Cemara, Kuwaru, and Pantai Baru with its wind turbines. Up in the Dlingo hills the mood shifts entirely: Mangunan pine forest, a fruit garden with above-the-clouds views, and cool air that offers an escape from the city heat. Bantul is also rich in heritage. Wukirsari Tourism Village, named one of the world's best tourism villages, is the living center of Giriloyo batik and wayang kulit craft. Nearby, the Imogiri royal cemetery holds the history of Mataram. For food, Bantul offers sate klatak, mie lethek, and gudeg manggar rarely found authentic elsewhere. This page gathers guides to Bantul by theme, so you can plan a route around your interests.