15 Must-Visit Attractions in Solo

Who has never heard of the name Solo? This city in Central Java, which is officially called Surakarta, is indeed famous among tourists. Not only has a thick historical setting, Solo also has beautiful landscapes. No wonder that there are many tourist attractions in Solo that are interesting to visit, ranging from natural, cultural, historical, religious, to modern tourism.

Well, want to know what are the tourist attractions in Solo that must be visited? The following is a list of recommendations for tourist attractions in Solo that must be included in the list of visits while on vacation there.

15 Must-Visit Attractions in Solo

1. Sangiran Ancient Human Museum

The location is not exactly in the city of Solo. However, this tourist attraction becomes one of the destinations that must be visited while in Solo. As the name suggests, the Sangiran Ancient Human Museum is an archaeological museum located in Kalijambe Village, Sragen, Central Java.

This historical-educational attraction is located not far from the ancient fossil sites of Sangiran, which has been determined by UNESCO as one of the world heritage. With an area of ​​around 56 square kilometers, this place is not only functioned as a tourist destination, but also a research center by archaeologists from inside and outside the country who want to know human life in prehistoric times.

In addition to the lower jaw fossils of Pithecanthropus erectus, here are also found traces of past remains that are 200,000 to 2 million years old.

2. Taman Balekambang

If you like a beautifully landscaped island with cool green trees, come to Balekambang Park located at Jalan Ahmad Yani, Solo. This 10-hectare park was built by KGPAA Mangkunegara VII in 1921 for his two daughters, GRAy Partini and GRAy Partinah.

Tourist attractions in Solo are divided into two. The first complex is Partinah Bosch which is home to a variety of rare plants, such as walnuts, white banyan, breech banyan, and brown apples. While the other complex named Partini Tuin (Partini Water Park). This place is in the form of a pond with ornamental boats that tourists can ride.

After experiencing revitalization, in 2008 Taman Balekambang was officially opened to the public and functioned as a center / park for arts and culture, botanical gardens, educational attractions, and recreation.

3. Grojogan Sewu Tawangmangu

One of the tourist attractions in Solo, the most famous and widely talked about by tourists is Grojogan Sewu Tawangmangu. The destination in the form of an 80 meter high waterfall is located on the west side of Mount Lawu, or about 37 kilometers from the center of Solo City. This waterfall is the highest in the Central Java region, you know.

To get to the location, tourists have to climb at least 1,000 steps. With a beautiful right-left view, the trip will be more fun. The myth is that you can't come here with your partner if you don't want your romance to break up in the middle of the road.

At weekends, tourist attractions are crowded by tourists from inside and outside the city. To be able to see the natural beauty around the Tawangmangu waterfall, visitors will be charged an entrance ticket for approximately IDR 20,000 per person.

4. Surakarta Palace

If you want to learn about the history of Solo in more detail, visit the Surakarta Palace. The building was founded by Susuhunan Pakubuwana II in 1744 to replace the Kartasura Palace which was destroyed in the aftermath of the September 4343 Chinatown.

Until now, this building still functioned as the residence of Sri Sunan as well as being the most visited tourist spot in Solo. The complex in the Surakarta Palace is divided into: Alun-Alun Lor, Alun-Alun Kidul, Sasana Sumewa, Siti Hinggil Lor and Kidul, Kemandungan Lor and Kidul, Sri Manganti Lor and Kidul, Kedaton, and Kamagangan, each of which has different functions one of which is used as a museum. In this tourist spot in Solo, various collections of treasure relics are stored, such as gamelan, replicas of royal heirlooms, and other objects which are gifts from European kings.

5. Sriwedari Park

The historical tourism object in Solo City is Sriwedari Park. This tourist attraction in Solo is a garden complex located in Laweyan, Solo, and has existed since the era of Pakubuwana X leadership. Aside from being used as the location for regular Selikuran Night entertainment, Sriwedari Park was also used as a location for PON in 1948.

In this area there is the Sriwedari Wayang Orang (GWO) Building which is the place for puppet shows. In the upper part of the wall to the right and left of the building there is a large painting that tells the epic Mahabharata titled "Kresno Duto".

Sriwedari Park has become the center of entertainment, art and culture of the people of Solo and its surroundings. If you intend to stop by here, come around 10:00 am to 10:00 p.m. The ticket price is quite cheap, only around IDR 3,000 per person.

6. Tugu Lilin

The next tourist spot in Solo that is suitable to be a place to relax during the afternoon is Tugu Lilin. The building which was established to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the birth of Boedi Oetomo is located on Jalan Kebangkitan Nasional, Solo City. The wax figure was deliberately chosen to illustrate the spirit and struggle of the Indonesian people who continued to burn in an attempt to seize independence.

Tourist attractions in Solo are very suitable to be used as photo backgrounds for those of you who like photography. Not only is the atmosphere around the location cool and refreshes the eyes, here we can also study history while remembering the services of struggle in the past. Near Tugu Lilin there are many culinary attractions that are delicious and should not be missed, one of which is Mi Ayam Pocong.

7. Kauman Batik Village

Visiting Solo is certainly not complete if you don't buy the typical batik. Well, if you are interested in seeing the process of batik fabric directly, come to Kauman Batik Village, Solo. In shopping attractions that are located not far from the Surakarta Kasunanan Palace, tourists can get a variety of batik with diverse motifs and patterns.

Generally, batik produced by craftsmen here is in the form of written batik, printed batik, or combination batik, with modern motifs in dark colors. The quality of products from this one batik village is well known to foreign countries, you know. Many tourists intentionally stop by here to buy batik, both just for souvenirs from Solo or resale. The price of batik here also varies, ranging from cheap ones in only the range of hundreds of thousands to expensive ones to millions of rupiah.

8. Pasar Klewer

Still around shopping tours. In Solo, there is one favorite destination for those of you who like to buy cloth or batik, namely Pasar Klewer. The largest textile market in Solo sells a variety of batik fabrics, both made by local and foreign craftsmen. Yes, who would have thought, foreign people can also make batik, you know.

In addition to having a complete batik collection, on the market that is occupied by around 2,000 merchants, you can also find other fashion items such as school uniforms with attributes, jackets, shirts, clothes, and others. There is also a sewing service that is ready to help meet your demands and taste for clothes.

At Pasar Klewer, you can satisfy the desire for batik shopping without being afraid of broken bags. Yes, tourist attractions in Solo are indeed paradise for cheap and quality Solo batik. However, you should be vigilant when shopping at this place, because Pasar Klewer is famous for pickpocketing.

9. Pura Mangkunegaran

Apart from the Kasunanan Palace, Solo also has the Mangkunegaran Temple. This very beautiful and magnificent palace is the official residence of the Duchy of Mangkunegaran prince. This building located on Ronngowarsito Road has succeeded in becoming the center of culture and art in the city of Solo. Various collections inside the palace are a legacy of the Kingdom of Mataram and Majapahit.

When entering the temple / puro area, you will see a large courtyard and buildings with typical European architecture with the words Kavalerie-Artillerie. Once inside the temple, you will be greeted by a Javanese-style pavilion complete with a set with its gamelan, Kyai Kanyut Mesem.

If possible, come to this tourist spot in Solo on Wednesday, because the routine gamelan mat will be held there every Wednesday. There are also traditional and modern dance studios whose exercises are held every day starting at 3:00 p.m. When entering the Temple area, tourists will be accompanied by a tour guide. The price of admission to this tourist attraction in Solo is around Rp. 10,000. There is also a Mangkunegaran Royal Dinner tour package for those of you who are interested in trying out the sensation of having dinner with the menu and the atmosphere of a typical palace kejawen.

10. Galabo Solo

The city of Solo is an area in Indonesia that is famous for its delicacy and culinary diversity. Here, tourists can easily find a variety of delicious foods sold until midnight. One of the culinary jujugan that must be visited while in this city is Galabo Solo. Located on Jalan Mayor Sunaryo, or to be exact in front of Solo Wholesale Center, Galabo provides a variety of delectable and cheap Solo special culinary delights.

At least there are around 50 merchant stands that are held every 17.00 to 24.00 at this one tourist spot in Solo. Liwet rice, warm checks, satay kere, tengkleng, thoprak noodles, wedang round, wedang dongo, tahu kupat, and rice overlays are some of the traditional culinary items that you can find in this place. Besides being cheap, the food sold here is also delicious. No wonder Galabo is always crowded with visitors from various circles, especially students.

11. Taru Jurug Zoo

Not many tourists know that Solo also has child-friendly attractions in the form of zoos. Located on Jalan Ir. Sutami, Karuh, Jebres, Solo, precisely next to the Sebelas Maret University campus, Taru Jurug Zoo is not only cheap, but also suitable to be visited with your little one. Only by paying an entrance ticket for IDR 8,000, you can already see various animals in this tourist spot in Solo.

The Taru Jurug Wildlife Park was founded in 1870 by Sultan Hamengkubuwono X as a place for conservation of flora and fauna. Over time, the collection also increases. In this tourist spot in Solo, visitors can find a variety of rare animals such as green peacocks, Sumatran tigers, iguanas, dragons, and so on.

If interested, there are also elephants specifically rented for passengers. At weekends, this tourist attraction is fairly crowded by visitors from inside and outside the city. Taru Jurug Zoo is open from 7am to 5pm. If you visit here, invite your child or siblings, yes!

12. Ngarsopuro Night Market

Solo does offer endless tourist sensations. This time there is the Ngarsopuro Night Market. As the name implies, this tourist spot in Solo is a cheap shopping attraction located on Jalan Diponegoro, or precisely in the southern area of ​​Pura Mangkunegaran.

At the night market which is open every Saturday and Sunday, tourists can satisfy their shopping and culinary desires. In addition to clothes, accessories, and craft items, in this tourist spot in Solo you can also find a variety of delicious foods at low prices, ranging from traditional foods to modern food. This area is also often used as a hangout for young people, students, or activists in the city of Solo, you know.

13. Pass Triwindu Solo

Want to repeat memories and evoke nostalgia for the past? No need to be confused. You only need to come to Solo City. Not far from Ngarsopuro Night Market there is a market that sells various art items. It is Triwindu Market, or commonly called Triwindu Antique Market. This market was built in 1939 as a form of commemoration of the 24 years of the Mangkunegaran VII government.

Unfortunately, the parties concerned do not pay much attention to the management of this one shopping attraction. It was only in the mayor of Solo, Mr Jokowi, that the market was renovated and reorganized so that it became slick as it is now. Various art objects that can be obtained at Triwindu Market include stone and wood statues, ancient money, old radio, ancient weapons, household furniture, puppets, wall clocks, cups, typewriters, old telephones, and many others.

14. Pandawa Water World Solo Baru

Unlike the previous tourist attractions, Pandawa Water World Solo Baru is considered a modern leisure destination in the middle of Solo City. These tourist attractions in Solo offer the sensation of exciting tourism in the form of rides or water games that are suitable for visits by all family members, especially children.

In addition to a large swimming pool, slides, various children's games and artificial waves, one thing that makes this attraction unique and so liked by tourists is the theme and concept of the epic Mahabarata that it uses. In Pandawa Water World there are large statues of five Pandavas. The price of admission to this attraction is IDR 80,000 on weekdays and IDR 100,000 per person on weekends.

15. Danar Hadi Batik Museum

The recommendations of the last tourist attractions in Solo that are interesting to visit are the Batik Museum of Danar Hadi. Located on Jalan Brigjen Slamet Riyadi No. 261, Sriwedari, Solo, Danar Hadi Batik Museum is an integrated batik tourism service in the city of Solo. As the name implies, this place was built by a batik company from Solo, PT Batik Danar Hadi.

Having another name House of Danar Hadi (HDH), this building is located in an ancient complex of buildings included in the cultural preserve of Solo City - Ndalem Wuryaningratan. In this museum there are at least 10,000 collections of batik cloth with different motifs, depending on culture, environment, and the period of each batik making.

The collection is the personal property of the founder of PT Batik Danar Hadi, H. Santoesa Doellah. As for the back of the museum there are factories of batik and stamp which are opened for tourists. If you visit Solo, don't forget to take time to stop by this place, huh.