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Quick overview
Ways to experience: Choose self-guided temple tickets, guided tours, Ramayana Ballet tickets, or Borobudur and Prambanan combo tours.
What's common: All temple tickets include entry to Prambanan. Guided tours add a planned itinerary, while Ramayana Ballet tickets are a separate evening experience.
Inclusions vary: Selected options include a licensed guide, hotel transfers, sunset visits, Ratu Boko, or Admission to Ramayana Ballet.
Unique experiences: Visit Prambanan at sunrise, enjoy sunset over the temples, or end your evening with the Ramayana Ballet.
When to book: Reserve sunrise, sunset, and Ramayana Ballet experiences early, especially during weekends, holidays, and peak travel seasons.
Best upgrade: Choose a sunset guided tour with Admission to Ramayana Ballet for the best combination of temple exploration and Javanese cultural performance.
What to expect at Prambanan Temple
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Through the park gates
Pass through the visitor entrance and landscaped grounds, where the pointed stone towers rise ahead well before the carvings come into focus. From Tuesday to Sunday, the route draws straight toward the Lara Jonggrang core, on Mondays, that main Trimurti area stays closed.
Enter the Trimurti court
Step into the elevated inner court, where the Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma temples face their vehicle shrines across a tight central grid. Stone stairs and dark chambers replace the open lawns, and the 47-meter Shiva temple dominates every angle.
Follow the relief route
Move clockwise through the Shiva gallery and onward to Brahma to read the Ramayana reliefs in sequence. This is the site at its most legible, and early morning usually feels cooler and less compressed than the exposed paths later in the day.
Add a guide for context
Guided only on select tours, a guide turns temple chambers and carved panels into a readable story rather than a photo circuit. Self-guided visits give more freedom to linger, while guided temple or sunset tours usually cover the core faster and with clearer context.
Keep going north
If you keep going north, peripheral paths lead to Lumbung, Bubrah, and then Sewu Temple, showing how the Prambanan Temple Compounds extend beyond the postcard core. Many visitors spend about 2–3 hours overall, so this stretch rewards a slower pace.
Wind down, then extend
Before leaving, pause at the Prambanan Museum for statues, inscriptions, and a sheltered reset after the open-air walk. Included on select combo tickets, Ratu Boko adds a second archaeological stop, while Separate ticket: Ramayana Ballet Prambanan turns the relief story into a seated evening performance.
Entry to Prambanan and Borobudur with guided touring
✔ Borobudur
✔ Included
You want to visit Central Java's two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one organised day.
Things to know before booking your Prambanan Temple tickets
Choose the right experience: Standard tickets are best for independent visits. If you want sunset views, Ratu Boko, or Admission to Ramayana Ballet, choose a guided tour that combines them in one itinerary.
Book special experiences early: Standard admission is usually widely available, but Ramayana Ballet performances, sunset tours, and holiday dates can sell out well in advance. Book early if you're visiting during weekends or peak travel periods.
Know what a standard ticket includes: Standard admission includes entry to the Prambanan Temple complex and museum for a self-guided visit. Guides, transfers, Ratu Boko, and Admission to Ramayana Ballet are only included on selected tickets and tours.
Early entry helps avoid crowds: Choose the Beat the Crowd (6:30 AM) ticket if you want to explore the temple complex in cooler temperatures before the busiest part of the day.
Ratu Boko requires a separate ticket: If you'd like to visit the nearby archaeological site, book a ticket or guided tour that specifically includes Ratu Boko.
Temple tickets and the ballet are separate: Admission to Ramayana Ballet is not included with standard temple tickets. Choose a Ramayana Ballet ticket or a guided tour that includes the performance if you'd like to experience both.
Monday visits are different: The inner Trimurti courtyard, including the Shiva, Brahma, and Vishnu temples, is closed every Monday, although the surrounding temple grounds remain open to visitors.
Must-see features at Prambanan Temple
The central temple skyline
Central Lara Jonggrang core
This is Prambanan’s postcard view: soaring stone towers rising above open lawns. Notice how the tallest Shiva temple anchors the whole composition.
Pro tip: Stand slightly back before the stairs for the fullest skyline view.
Plan your visit to Prambanan Temple
Tips & guidelines
Visit early: Arrive at opening time or choose the Beat the Crowd (6:30 AM) ticket for cooler temperatures, quieter paths, and better photo opportunities.
Avoid Mondays: The inner Trimurti courtyard, including the Shiva, Brahma, and Vishnu temples, is closed every Monday for conservation work.
Follow the reliefs clockwise: Walk clockwise around the Shiva Temple to follow the Ramayana story in the order it was carved.
Explore beyond the main temples: Leave time to visit Sewu, Lumbung, Bubrah, and the Prambanan Museum, all included with standard admission.
Wear comfortable footwear: The temple grounds are extensive, with uneven stone paths and steps throughout the archaeological park.
Take care on the stairs: Temple staircases are steep and can be slippery, so keep children close and use the handrails where available.
Respect protected areas: Stay on designated visitor routes and do not cross barriers or climb restricted structures within the temple complex.
Accessibility plan: Wheelchair users can access the main pathways, museum, and exterior viewpoints, but the upper temple structures are only reachable by stairs.
Watching the Ramayana Ballet? Check your performance venue before arrival, as shows may move between the open-air theatre and the indoor Trimurti Stage depending on the season or weather.
Frequently asked questions about Prambanan Temple tickets
Booking ahead is smart for holiday periods, major event dates, and scheduled evening performances. Standard daytime admission is not timed, but prebooking reduces on-day friction.
Standard admission covers the Prambanan tourism park and accessible archaeological areas, including the central core and northern compounds like Lumbung, Bubrah, and Sewu.
No. On Mondays, the park stays open but the main temple area closes for maintenance. Choose Tuesday to Sunday if those shrines are your priority.
Not necessarily. There is no verified fast-track lane; some online tickets still require kiosk redemption. Consider it a convenience rather than a guaranteed bypass.
Standard admission is date-specific rather than a strict timed-entry slot. Arrive within operating hours as the temple area closes before evening.
No. Once you exit, re-entry is not allowed. Plan your visit to cover all sites in one continuous trip.
Sewu is part of the overall archaeological park and is generally included with standard admission. The trade-off is in time and walking distance.
No. The Ramayana Ballet is a separate product with its own schedule and seating options. Look for combo tickets if you want both experiences.
Not necessarily. Self-guided entry covers the core monuments, but a guided tour adds context and detail to the experience.
Yes. The museum is included and provides valuable context for visitors, especially those exploring without a guide.
Yes, but it will be a long day. A guided tour may save transfer planning, though it often leaves less time for each site.
Check the ticket terms carefully. Standard admission is date-specific, while guided tours and evening shows may have different cancellation policies.
Partly. Outer areas and the museum are more accessible, but the main temple interiors have steep stairs and limited accessibility.
If rain starts before the performance, the show may move indoors. If it begins after 45 minutes, the performance is considered complete and refunds are not issued.
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Timings
Ticket gate hours: The ticket gate is open daily from 6:30am to 5pm.
Temple hours: The temple area is open daily from 7am to 5:30pm.
Mondays: The park stays open, but the main temple area is closed for maintenance.
Visit duration: Plan 2–3 hours for the core visit, or 3–4 hours with Sewu and the museum.
Best time to visit
Coolest window: Visit from 7am to 9:30am for lower heat and easier walking.
Best days: Visit Tuesdays to Sundays for full experience.
Late light: Arrive around 3pm before the 5:30pm close.
Busy periods: Expect heavier crowds during holidays and major events.
Location
Address: Jl. Raya Yogya–Solo KM 16, Prambanan, Sleman, Special Region of Yogyakarta 55571, Indonesia.
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Ballet
Ramayana Ballet Prambanan Tickets
Experience the Ramayana through traditional Javanese dance with reserved seating at Prambanan.
Everything you get: Take your seat for the Ramayana Ballet at Prambanan and watch the legendary epic unfold through traditional Javanese dance and gamelan music. Depending on the season, enjoy the performance in an open-air theatre with the illuminated temple as the backdrop or at the indoor Trimurti Stage.
Upgrades: Choose Second, First, Special, or VIP seating. Special includes a soft drink, while VIP adds traditional snacks.
Why choose this: Enjoy one of Java's most celebrated cultural performances with reserved seating options, letting you choose the viewing experience that best suits your budget and preferences.
Choose a Temple Ticket if you want to explore Prambanan at your own pace. Pick a guided tour if you'd like to combine your visit with a sunset stop, Ratu Boko, or Admission to Ramayana Ballet, all in one planned itinerary.
Combos
Super Saver Combo: Prambanan & Borobudur Temple Admission Tickets
Cover Yogyakarta's major Hindu and Buddhist temple sites in one planned route instead of juggling separate tickets.
What you get at Prambanan Temple: Flexible self-guided entry to both sites, with independent access to the Hindu temple complex and the nearby archaeological ruins during opening hours.
What you get at Borobudur Temple: Admission plus a guided monument climb in a set session, with required sandals provided so capacity limits and site rules are managed for you.
Why this combo works: Yogyakarta's signature Hindu complex, archaeological site, and Buddhist monument sit on the same route, so you cover all three in one planned day, with a single booking that is slightly cheaper than buying each ticket alone.
Watch Yogyakarta's longest-running Ramayana Ballet with nightly performances in the heart of the city.
Everything you get: Watch the Ramayana epic come alive through traditional Javanese dance, music, and theatrical storytelling at Purawisata. Every ticket includes the performance and a post-show photo opportunity with the cast, while selected options add a buffet dinner at Gazebo Shinta Restaurant before the show.
Upgrades: Choose a show-only ticket or add a buffet dinner at Gazebo Shinta Restaurant with live gamelan music before the performance.
Why choose this: Perfect if you're staying in central Yogyakarta and want a complete cultural evening with flexible nightly performances and optional dinner.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
Book now, pay later
1 hr 30 mins - 3 hrs
Meals included
Tickets
Prambanan Temple Tickets
Visit on your own schedule with simple admission that lets you explore without fixed tours or timings.
Everything you get: Enter Prambanan Temple with a standard admission ticket and explore Indonesia's largest Hindu temple complex at your own pace. See the UNESCO World Heritage Site with its soaring stone temples and open courtyards.
Upgrades: Add entry to Ratu Boko and explore a second historic archaeological site with the same booking.
Why choose this: Book simple admission if you've arranged your own transport and want the flexibility to explore Prambanan independently.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
Book now, pay later
Explore at your pace
Pickup available
Day Trips
Ultimate Temple Run: Prambanan & Borobudur Tours
Visit Borobudur and Prambanan, two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, on one seamless day trip from Yogyakarta.
Everything you get: Explore Borobudur and Prambanan with included entry tickets, shared hotel transfers from Yogyakarta, an English-speaking driver, a licensed Borobudur Temple guide, plus mineral water and parking fees for a hassle-free day.
Why choose this: Save time by visiting Central Java's two most famous temples in one well-planned itinerary without arranging separate transport and tickets.
Options: Upgrade to a Borobudur sunrise experience with breakfast or choose private transfers for a more flexible schedule.
Get full refund if you cancel 24 hours before the experience start time.
Free cancellation
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
Book now, pay later
7 hrs - 12 hrs 30 mins
Guided tour
Transfers available
Pickup available
Day Trips
Prambanan Temple Tour with Transfers
Choose a guided Prambanan itinerary that matches your plans, from temple visits to sunset, Ratu Boko, and the Ramayana Ballet.
Everything you get: Explore Prambanan Temple on a guided shared or private tour. Depending on the itinerary you choose, enjoy a sunset visit at the temple, continue to Ratu Boko, or end your evening with admission to the Ramayana Ballet, all without planning multiple bookings yourself.
Options: Choose a shared or private guided tour, then select a temple-only visit or add sunset, Ratu Boko, or the Ramayana Ballet.
Why choose this: Instead of booking separate experiences, choose one guided itinerary that combines Prambanan with the sights or performances you want to experience in a single trip.
Get full refund if you cancel 24 hours before the experience start time.
Free cancellation
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
Book now, pay later
3 hrs 30 mins - 7 hrs
Pickup available
Experience the Ramayana through traditional Javanese dance with reserved seating at Prambanan.
Everything you get: Take your seat for the Ramayana Ballet at Prambanan and watch the legendary epic unfold through traditional Javanese dance and gamelan music. Depending on the season, enjoy the performance in an open-air theatre with the illuminated temple as the backdrop or at the indoor Trimurti Stage.
Upgrades: Choose Second, First, Special, or VIP seating. Special includes a soft drink, while VIP adds traditional snacks.
Why choose this: Enjoy one of Java's most celebrated cultural performances with reserved seating options, letting you choose the viewing experience that best suits your budget and preferences.
Inclusions
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Admission to Ramayana Ballet
Live gamelan music
Reserved seating (as per option selected)
Soft drink (as per option selected)
Traditional snacks (as per option selected)
What to bring
Carry a printed or digital ticket with a scannable QR code for entry.
Arrive at least 30 minutes before the performance begins for ticket validation and seating.
What's not allowed
Drones are not permitted at the performance venue.
Tripods, monopods, gimbals, and large telephoto lenses require prior written approval.
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible seating is available. Contact the venue in advance if assistance is required.
Additional information
The Ramayana Ballet is typically performed on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday evenings, starting at 7:30pm, but schedules may change.
During the dry season (May to October), performances are usually staged at the open-air theatre with Prambanan Temple as the backdrop. During the rainy season (November to April), or in wet weather, performances move to the indoor Trimurti Stage.
A Ramayana Ballet ticket includes admission to the performance only. It does not include entry to Prambanan Temple.
Seating benefits vary by ticket category. Check your selected option before booking.
If rain interrupts the performance after 45 minutes, the show is considered complete, in accordance with the venue's policy.
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Cover Yogyakarta's major Hindu and Buddhist temple sites in one planned route instead of juggling separate tickets.
What you get at Prambanan Temple: Flexible self-guided entry to both sites, with independent access to the Hindu temple complex and the nearby archaeological ruins during opening hours.
What you get at Borobudur Temple: Admission plus a guided monument climb in a set session, with required sandals provided so capacity limits and site rules are managed for you.
Why this combo works: Yogyakarta's signature Hindu complex, archaeological site, and Buddhist monument sit on the same route, so you cover all three in one planned day, with a single booking that is slightly cheaper than buying each ticket alone.
Inclusions
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Prambanan Temple:
Entry to Prambanan Temple
Borobudur Temple:
Entry to Borobudur Temple
Access to Borobudur Temple Structure
Licensed Borobudur Temple guide
Timed Temple Structure entry
Upanat sandals
What to bring
Carry your ticket or booking confirmation for entry to both attractions.
Carry a valid passport or government-issued photo ID for verification, if requested.
Wear comfortable footwear and modest clothing suitable for visiting heritage sites.
What's not allowed
Drones are not permitted at either temple complex.
Smoking, alcohol, and outside food are not allowed inside the temple grounds.
Professional photography equipment may require prior approval.
Additional information
This combo includes Prambanan Temple admission and Borobudur Temple Structure admission with a licensed guide.
Borobudur Temple Structure visitors must wear the provided upanat sandals during the climb.
Borobudur Temple Structure access is timed and capacity-limited, so arrive 30–45 minutes before your selected entry time.
The Prambanan Temple inner Trimurti courtyard is closed on Mondays; visitors can still explore the rest of the temple complex.
Non-Indonesian tickets are valid only for international visitors. Indonesian residents must purchase the appropriate resident ticket.
Visits to Borobudur and Prambanan are independent. Transport between the two sites is not included and must be arranged separately.
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Watch Yogyakarta's longest-running Ramayana Ballet with nightly performances in the heart of the city.
Everything you get: Watch the Ramayana epic come alive through traditional Javanese dance, music, and theatrical storytelling at Purawisata. Every ticket includes the performance and a post-show photo opportunity with the cast, while selected options add a buffet dinner at Gazebo Shinta Restaurant before the show.
Upgrades: Choose a show-only ticket or add a buffet dinner at Gazebo Shinta Restaurant with live gamelan music before the performance.
Why choose this: Perfect if you're staying in central Yogyakarta and want a complete cultural evening with flexible nightly performances and optional dinner.
Inclusions
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Admission to Ramayana Ballet
Photo opportunity with performers after the show
Buffet dinner at Gazebo Shinta Restaurant (as per option selected)
Live gamelan music during dinner (as per option selected)
Exclusions
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Drinks
What to bring
Bring your e-ticket on your phone or as a printed copy for entry.
Use a valid email address when booking to receive your ticket.
What's not allowed
Outside food and drinks are not permitted inside the venue.
Additional information
Performances are held every evening, regardless of weather conditions.
Children under 5 years enter free. Children aged 5–10 years receive discounted tickets.
Tickets are non-refundable, but reservations may be changed or rescheduled up to twice within three months, subject to the operator's policy.
The performance is presented through dance and music without spoken dialogue or subtitles.
Show + Dinner options include a buffet dinner at Gazebo Shinta Restaurant before the performance.
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Visit on your own schedule with simple admission that lets you explore without fixed tours or timings.
Everything you get: Enter Prambanan Temple with a standard admission ticket and explore Indonesia's largest Hindu temple complex at your own pace. See the UNESCO World Heritage Site with its soaring stone temples and open courtyards.
Upgrades: Add entry to Ratu Boko and explore a second historic archaeological site with the same booking.
Why choose this: Book simple admission if you've arranged your own transport and want the flexibility to explore Prambanan independently.
Inclusions
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Entry to Prambanan Temple
Entry to Ratu Boku (as per option selected)
What to bring
Carry a printed or digital ticket with a scannable QR code for entry.
Foreign visitors should carry a passport or a copy for identification, if requested.
Wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. Free sarongs are available at the entrance.
What's not allowed
Drones are not permitted inside the temple complex.
Tripods, monopods, gimbals, and large telephoto lenses require prior written approval.
Outside food, alcohol, and smoking are not allowed within the temple grounds.
Accessibility
Wheelchairs can access the main pathways and exterior viewing areas, but not the inner temple chambers.
An electric shuttle is available between the entrance, main plaza, and Sewu Temple for visitors with mobility needs.
Accessible restrooms are available near the main entrance.
Additional information
Prambanan Temple is open daily from 6:30am to 5pm, with last entry at 4:30pm.
Children aged 3 years and above require an admission ticket. Children under 3 years enter free.
The inner Trimurti Courtyard is closed every Monday, and the central temples cannot be accessed on that day.
Lockers are available near the main entrance but may be limited during peak visiting hours.
Entry to Ratu Boko is included only with the Prambanan Temple & Ratu Boko ticket.
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Visit Borobudur and Prambanan, two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, on one seamless day trip from Yogyakarta.
Everything you get: Explore Borobudur and Prambanan with included entry tickets, shared hotel transfers from Yogyakarta, an English-speaking driver, a licensed Borobudur Temple guide, plus mineral water and parking fees for a hassle-free day.
Why choose this: Save time by visiting Central Java's two most famous temples in one well-planned itinerary without arranging separate transport and tickets.
Options: Upgrade to a Borobudur sunrise experience with breakfast or choose private transfers for a more flexible schedule.
Inclusions
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Entry to Borobudur Temple
Entry to Prambanan Temple
Licensed Borobudur Temple guide
English-speaking driver
Shared or private hotel transfers (as per option selected)
Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Mineral water
Parking fees
Borobudur sunrise ticket (as per option selected)
Breakfast at Borobudur Cultural Center (as per option selected)
Exclusions
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Lunch
Optional Prambanan Temple guide
What to bring
A valid WhatsApp number for communication with the tour operator.
A valid Indonesian ID if you've booked an Indonesian-resident ticket.
Comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking.
Additional information
Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off is available within Yogyakarta city.
A surcharge of IDR 75,000–250,000 per booking applies for pick-ups and drop-offs in Borobudur, Kaliurang, Gunung Kidul, Prambanan, Kulon Progo, and Parangtritis. This fee is payable directly to the driver on the day of the tour.
Airport pick-up and drop-off is available for an additional IDR 250,000 per person, payable directly to the driver.
The operator will contact you 1–2 days before your tour via WhatsApp to confirm your pick-up time and tour details.
Please provide a valid WhatsApp number during booking to receive tour updates.
Guests booking Indonesian-resident tickets must present a valid Indonesian ID at the attraction. Failure to do so will result in denied entry without a refund.
A licensed Borobudur Temple guide is included on all tour variants. A local guide at Prambanan Temple is optional and can be hired on-site for an additional fee.
Sunrise variants include breakfast at Borobudur Cultural Center after the temple visit.
Lunch is not included.
Get full refund if you cancel 24 hours before the experience start time.
Choose a guided Prambanan itinerary that matches your plans, from temple visits to sunset, Ratu Boko, and the Ramayana Ballet.
Everything you get: Explore Prambanan Temple on a guided shared or private tour. Depending on the itinerary you choose, enjoy a sunset visit at the temple, continue to Ratu Boko, or end your evening with admission to the Ramayana Ballet, all without planning multiple bookings yourself.
Options: Choose a shared or private guided tour, then select a temple-only visit or add sunset, Ratu Boko, or the Ramayana Ballet.
Why choose this: Instead of booking separate experiences, choose one guided itinerary that combines Prambanan with the sights or performances you want to experience in a single trip.
Inclusions
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Entry to Prambanan Temple
Visit to Ratu Boko (as per option selected)
Admission to Ramayana Ballet (as per option selected)
Sunset visit at Prambanan Temple (as per option selected)
Prambanan Temple tour (as per option selected)
Shared group tour (as per option selected)
Private tour (as per option selected)
What to bring
Carry a printed or digital ticket with a scannable QR code for entry.
Wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. Free sarongs are available at the entrance.
Wear comfortable footwear suitable for walking around the temple complex.
What's not allowed
Drones are not permitted inside the temple complex.
Tripods, monopods, gimbals, and large telephoto lenses require prior written approval.
Outside food, alcohol, and smoking are not allowed within the temple grounds.
Accessibility
Wheelchair users can access the main pathways and exterior viewing areas.
An electric shuttle is available between the entrance, main plaza, and Sewu Temple for visitors with mobility needs.
Accessible restrooms are available near the main entrance.
Additional information
Children aged 3 years and above require an admission ticket. Children under 3 years enter free.
The inner Trimurti Courtyard is closed every Monday, and the central temples cannot be accessed on that day.
Prambanan Temple is open daily from 6:30am to 5pm, with last entry at 4:30pm.
Visit to Ratu Boko is included only with selected tour options.
Admission to Ramayana Ballet is included only with selected tour options.
Shared and private itineraries differ by the tour option selected.
Get full refund if you cancel 24 hours before the experience start time.
