Discover the historic neighborhood of Kotagede, the former capital of the Islamic Mataram Kingdom, on a guided walking experience through Yogyakarta’s rich royal and architectural heritage.

Begin with a visit to Kotagede Great Mosque, where your heritage guide will introduce the area’s development and its importance in the history of the Mataram Kingdom. Continue to the Kotagede Royal Cemetery, a historic royal complex where you can learn about the rulers, traditions, and cultural heritage connected to the early Mataram royal court.

Walk through Between Two Gates, a distinctive historic area where traditional houses, shared passageways, and courtyards reveal how architecture was closely connected to community life.

Continue to Omah Indische, a historic mansion where your guide will share its documented history before introducing the local folklore surrounding “Pocong Sumi.” The visit focuses on the history, architecture, and stories associated with the property.

At Omah UGM, discover the story of Kotagede’s traditional joglo architecture and its restoration following the 2006 earthquake. Learn how residents, universities, and conservation organizations have worked together to protect the neighborhood’s historic buildings and preserve its architectural character for future generations.

End your experience with sample a wide variety of authentic local snacks and traditional Kotagede treats. While enjoying the refreshment, your guide will share before-and-after photographs that illustrate the conservation and restoration of Kotagede’s heritage.

Throughout the experience, your local heritage guide will help connect the buildings, streets, stories, and traditions you encounter, giving you a deeper understanding of Kotagede as both a historic royal center and a living community. The sites such as Kotagede Royal Cemetery, Between Two Gates and Omah Indische are heritage stops and as such extertior viewing is allowed.