Have Perut Will Travel...: YIA Day 3 │ Malioboro Stroll!

Unwinding After Borobudur

After our long morning at Borobudur, we spent the afternoon resting at the hotel. We only stepped out again when the evening light turned warm and golden. Lanterns flickered on, the air felt comfortable, and the city eased us back into motion.

A Bajaj Ride Into Celebration

We took a Bajaj for IDR24,000 (≈ MYR5/USD1/EUR1) toward Malioboro Street, passing through Jalan Dagen as Chinese New Year decorations swayed above us. Families filled the lanes, and the smell of grilled satay and pastries drifted through the air. The ride was slow, noisy, and full of colour—exactly what we expected from a festive Yogyakarta evening.

Malioboro’s Warm Glow

Malioboro greeted us with bright lights and steady crowds. We first browsed the three stores of Margaria Batik, but nothing struck our fancy. We did however leave Istana Sari Batik with five pieces of clothing for IDR1,240,000 (≈ MYR288/USD74/EUR63). Our walk continued to Titik Nol Kilometer before looping back to Soenardi Batik, where Cat picked up three dresses for IDR256,500 (≈ MYR60/USD15/EUR13).

A Western Meal With Local Notes

At Plaza Malioboro, we chose Karta Coffee & Eatery for its view of the street. We ordered:

Club Sandwich
Mushroom Aglio Olio
Lychee Lemongrass Tea
Pisang Goreng Coklat Cheese
Wedang Jahe Susu

The total was IDR203,300 (≈ MYR47/USD12/EUR10). Even with the Western mains, the drinks and dessert kept us connected to local flavours.

A Ride Through History

Later, we got a box of assorted Bakpia for IDR35,000 (≈ MYR8/USD2/EUR2) then hopped on a horse‑drawn carriage for IDR190,000 (≈ MYR44/USD11/EUR10). From that slow, steady seat, Malioboro looked like a moving strip of lights—shops closing, lanterns glowing, and the sound of hooves echoing along the road. The route was cut short so we ended traversing Jl. Beskalan before heading back to ibis Styles Hotel.

Ending the Night

By the time we returned to the hotel, the streets had quieted. It had been a full evening—batik shopping, street food scents, bright lights, and a quick look at Yogyakarta’s past and present in one walk.

Next up—our flight the following day to Jakarta!