13 Attractions in Purwokerto Interesting to Visit

In Purwokerto and its surroundings, there are many interesting tourism objects, especially tourism places that are suitable for ecotourism.

Here are some tourist attractions in Purwokerto that you must visit if you are on vacation in Purwokerto.

List Tourist Attractions in Purwokerto

1. Baturraden

Location: Karangmangu, Kec.Baturraden

Located just below the foot of Mount Slamtet, Baturaden Tourism Center presents a very beautiful scenery and is filled with many types of greenery.

This tourist attraction has many facilities that will make you more comfortable. Facilities at Baturraden Sightseeing are children's swimming pools, hot springs, various water slides, water bikes and theaters made on aero aircraft.

Around this area you can also find many hotels, villas and cheap hotels.

2. Small World

Location: Ketenger, Kec. Baturraden

Just opened in September 2016, Small World is a unique tourist area in this city. Here you will be able to get around and see many miniature buildings from all over the world, including the world famous wonders.

3. Baturaden Adventure Forest

Location: Karangsalam, Kec.Baturraden

Baturaden Adventure Forest is located in the middle of a pine forest located below Mount Slamet. Here you will be presented with lots of fun outdoor activities.

Here you will also be able to find places to stay and tents available for rent, suitable for those of you who want to feel the sensation of camping in the pine forest.

4. Baturaden Botanical Gardens

Location: Wanawisata Baturraden, Kec. Baturaden

When you are in Baturraden, it never hurts to visit this botanical garden. In this Baturaden Botanical Garden, you will be able to see beautiful pine forests and various types of flowers that are carefully arranged to form a beautiful garden.

This place is usually flooded by young people and families who want to enjoy the view of flowers or just take a leisurely stroll around the park.

5. Curug Telu

Waterfalls or waterfalls are quite common in the area around Purwokerto, mainly due to the contours and landscape of the area. One of the famous and beautiful waterfalls in this city is Curug Telu. The combination of 3 falls, with all-green scenery, and cool air, makes Curug Telu a favorite destination in this city.

6. Purwokerto Square

Alun alun is a common feature of most cities in Indonesia. Purwokerto Square has 6 banyan trees, with four trees in the corner of the square and two that are right in the middle of the square. This Square is often used by residents of Purwokerto to spend their free time to just relax. Here you can see many traders selling children's toys and local food.

7. Cipendok waterfall

This area has quite exotic and beautiful scenery. This waterfall itself is located in the middle of the forest which makes it has a beautiful emerald green landscape because it is surrounded by thick trees. You have to be careful and not too close to the waterfall because the water can be very strong.

8. Gomblang waterfall

Gomblang Waterfall is one of the popular tourist destinations with very beautiful scenery. This beautiful view makes many tourists impressed and take pictures in this waterfall.

To reach the waterfall, you have to go through a quite extreme route because you have to go through a path that is not paved and only made of gravel, making it very slippery when it rains. Also the track is quite steep in several parts.

9. Ceheng Waterfall

Curug located in the plantation area, with beautiful natural scenery and cool air. This place is perfect as a place for refresing and relaxing.

Although to get to the location of the waterfall, you have to pass through many stairs, but you are guaranteed to feel tired when you enjoy swimming and relaxing around this waterfall.

10. Buken Tour

A water game tour in an area of ​​6000m² with springs originating from the Selamet mountain spring.

This area is located in a rural area in the hills, so it presents charming surrounding scenery and very cool air.

In addition to water games, the area also includes fish therapies, parks and gazebo, and outdoor playgrounds for children such as swings, jokes, etc.

11. Taman Andhang Pangrenan

Andhang Pangrenan Park is a green open space and multifunctional recreation area in Purwokerto. In this place you can find several recreational facilities such as mini trains, children's playgrounds, park benches, jogging tracks, cycling trails, etc.

In this park there are also various kinds of entertainment activities such as cultural visits, art shows and exhibitions

This park also has adequate facilities, such as halls, toilets, canteens, prayer rooms, etc.

12. Bayan waterfall

Bayan waterfall is quite popular with tourists. Easy to reach, waterfalls and beautiful natural scenery, cool air, cold water, and clear pool water - so you can see rocks under water, is the main attraction of this small, small waterfall.

13. The Village Purwokerto

The Village Purwokerto is an attractive family tourism area that combines art, recreation and education, which stands on an area of ​​2.8 hectares. The structure of the buildings in this area is also very interesting, with architecture that gives a blend of classic and modern impressions.

In The Village Purwokerto there are also various interesting spots that can make visitors feel at home.

In addition to presenting captivating architectural works from its buildings, in this region visitors can also interact directly with animals (such as rabbits, horses, butterflies, and several other types of animals).

Besides that in this area there is also an artificial river which can be surrounded by boats, as well as playgrounds for children. The main place is perfect for traveling with family.

Thus the reviews about tourist attractions in Purwokerto are interesting for you to visit. Hopefully the above reviews can help you to plan your vacation in Purwokerto.