Ratu Boko Temple
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Eka Margaret
Bandung, Indonesia70 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
You will find a pretty ‘temple’ behind a mountain. I’ve been here many years ago and surprised to see lots of improvement in this area. I love this place because of the landscape and stone combinations. I blew my imagination to draw the temple in the past. Take time to visit this place in the afternoon before sunset.
Written 6 January 2023
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David Pelayo S
3 contributions
Sep 2022 • Family
The place is quite nice, nothing to complain about that.
But 25$ / 355.000 IDR (rupiah) for a tourist ticket is ABSOLUTELY UNACCEPTABLE, moreover when there aren't so many things to see there. It is NOT WORTH THE PRICE !!!!!!!!
And especially when you see that the LOCAL price is 3$. A relatively affordable and fair price for the local people.
If the Indonesian government continue establishing these prices, I guess there won't be many more tourists coming to Indonesia in a soon future. The price should be reduced MINIMUM by half.
But 25$ / 355.000 IDR (rupiah) for a tourist ticket is ABSOLUTELY UNACCEPTABLE, moreover when there aren't so many things to see there. It is NOT WORTH THE PRICE !!!!!!!!
And especially when you see that the LOCAL price is 3$. A relatively affordable and fair price for the local people.
If the Indonesian government continue establishing these prices, I guess there won't be many more tourists coming to Indonesia in a soon future. The price should be reduced MINIMUM by half.
Written 18 September 2022
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Alex C
33 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
My partner and I arrived at the (admittedly slightly late) time of 5pm knowing the site was only open until 6pm, and bought a ticket on that basis.
We were charged an outrageous 10 times the 'locals' rate - a far higher markup than other sites we had visited.
We then discovered several parts of the site had already closed for the evening, and we were escorted out for 'closing time' at 5.30, meaning we spent ~$25/pp for ten minutes!
We were offered a refund if we could return the next morning, which we couldn't and which would have cost money to do. Email requests for a refund were ignored for a month, and then refused.
All in all, a bunch of scam artists who fleece tourists. AVOID.
We were charged an outrageous 10 times the 'locals' rate - a far higher markup than other sites we had visited.
We then discovered several parts of the site had already closed for the evening, and we were escorted out for 'closing time' at 5.30, meaning we spent ~$25/pp for ten minutes!
We were offered a refund if we could return the next morning, which we couldn't and which would have cost money to do. Email requests for a refund were ignored for a month, and then refused.
All in all, a bunch of scam artists who fleece tourists. AVOID.
Written 2 September 2022
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Andreas J
Jakarta, Indonesia107 contributions
Aug 2022
Once you found the place it is quite nice. When we wen there the google maps pin was wrongly guiding us yo a closed restaurant. Bu there are signs on the road so follow those. Nice view over the Prambanan Temple for the restaurant and a very spacious area with temple ruins all over. Good walk and nice views.
Written 16 August 2022
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Melanie E
Auckland Central, New Zealand128 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
We bought the combined ticket with Prambanan Temple. In the morning there is a free shuttle between the temples.
Ratu Boko temple is very peaceful with beautifully maintained grounds. However, most the structures are just what's left of the foundations. This is fine, but as the entrance fee is the same as Prambanan, it seems way overpriced.
Most the signs have an English translation which is good.
Ratu Boko temple is very peaceful with beautifully maintained grounds. However, most the structures are just what's left of the foundations. This is fine, but as the entrance fee is the same as Prambanan, it seems way overpriced.
Most the signs have an English translation which is good.
Written 15 July 2022
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Christopher P
Legazpi, Philippines415 contributions
Jun 2022
Ratu Boko is a nice, ruined temple not far from Prambanan temple complex, up on a hill. It has an impressive entrance gate.
I only had less than two hours so had to hurry round the temple area. The weather was good and there were not so many people so I wandered around almost alone, as my companions preferred to wait in the shade. So I went all around, even up the hill to the "Padang" from which there is a lovely view across to Prambanan.
With the brochure I was able to read up a bit afterwards too, since I was in a hurry to catch a late afternoon flight.
For foreigners living in the country, don't forget to bring your kitas to avail of the normal entry price, currently Rp 40,000 per person.
I only had less than two hours so had to hurry round the temple area. The weather was good and there were not so many people so I wandered around almost alone, as my companions preferred to wait in the shade. So I went all around, even up the hill to the "Padang" from which there is a lovely view across to Prambanan.
With the brochure I was able to read up a bit afterwards too, since I was in a hurry to catch a late afternoon flight.
For foreigners living in the country, don't forget to bring your kitas to avail of the normal entry price, currently Rp 40,000 per person.
Written 29 June 2022
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David H
Yogyakarta292 contributions
Feb 2022 • Friends
Ana amazing place but spend the time to wander right to the back of the site, stunning. A very extensive and important historical location
Written 22 February 2022
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salesstaff
Thank you for visiting us !
Written 31 March 2022
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EtaTandela
Jakarta, Indonesia333 contributions
Dec 2020 • Couples
Its a very stunning view for sunset. Recommended for those who are hunting for good photo's spots. Not to difficult to reach, but please expect small countryside road to reach there.
Ticketing close at 5 pm. You have to leave at 5.30pm. Sunset around 5.20pm
Ticketing close at 5 pm. You have to leave at 5.30pm. Sunset around 5.20pm
Written 22 December 2020
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salesstaff
Nice!
Written 31 December 2020
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Dyni Hayami
Bekasi, Indonesia253 contributions
Aug 2020
I thought if the ticket was bought by online, there will be limited visitor to come, but as I arrived there, there were many people and I was not so enjoying since people seem careless though its kind a sacred place
Written 24 August 2020
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salesstaff
Hi, we're sorry for what happen on your past trip. We hope you can enjoy your next trip while we improve our service quality. Thank you for giving us your review.
Written 31 December 2020
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Zues1020
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia1,221 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
U may not fan of old ruins or stones with so much of historical value here.... but... I can guarantee that you might amaze with its existing and story. Our local tour guide did gave his very best to talk about this ancient Temple. Great place for photos too.
Written 23 August 2020
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salesstaff
Thank you for your review. We're glad that you enjoy your trip to Ratu Boko Temple.
Written 16 September 2020
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Apakah bisa diakses dgn ojek online?
Anna_June_2011
Bekasi, Indonesia51 contributions
Bisa, tapi jarang yang mau
En.Pamey
Malaysia65 contributions
How many steps are in Ratu Boko Temple ?
Anna_June_2011
Bekasi, Indonesia51 contributions
13 stairs at 1st level, 15 stairs at 2nd level, all the place is placed at 196 m frm sealevel
Is uber service available to go some place in Yogyakarta?
Bhargavi Beauties
Johor Bahru, Malaysia24 contributions
Yes, you can get grab card which is easily available.
MyAsus 4
Karawang, Indonesia
hai...can somebody help...if we want go to prambanan then ratu boko, the ticket which i've buy is only one ticket or different tiket? and how much ? thanks
natayaraphaella
133 contributions
Ada yg tiket terusan. Jd bisa pilih: mau prambanan-ratu boko; prambanan-candi2 lain jg ada.
Beli tiket terusan saja
Carolyn T
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia5 contributions
Hi everyone. If I want to visit Ratu Boko for sunset, but don't want the coffee/tea/meals provided with the sunset ticket (IDR110,000), can I buy the regular ticket (USD13) and stay until sunset?
heiolahei
Singapore, Singapore131 contributions
Hi Carolyn,
Yes you can buy the regular ticket to enjoy the sunset at Ratu Boko Temple.
If you happen to visit Prambanan at the same day as Ratu Boko, you can buy a combined ticket of Prambanan and Ratu Boko.
So go to Prambanan first (make sure you bring umbrella and put on your sunscreen) and afterwards going to Ratu Boko to enjoy the sunset there.
They provide a shuttle service to and fro as well.
Enjoy!
Hope this helps ;)
MM4749
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia67 contributions
Hi. Is it possible for me to head to Ratu Boko Temple by bus from Borobudur Temple? Would appreciate it if you could advice on the route, fares and other transportation options. We're on a strict budget and is currently considering the cheapest option to get there. Thanks!
chris ishak
Jakarta, Indonesia340 contributions
Hi,I am so sorry. I have no idea how to get there by public transport (bus). As I know, Borobudur Temple is far from Ratu Boko Temple. But Ratu Boko Temple is close to Prambanan Temple only 15 minutes by car. I suggest you go by bus to Prambanan Temple form Borobudur Temple, and continue your trip by motorbike taxi (gojek).
I think this is the cheapest way, I have no idea how much the fare is. But I guarantee it is not expensive, it will meet low budget traveler plan.
Yogyakarta people are nice, warm, friendly and helpful, the living cost is also low. I suggest you go there and continue your trip to Solo, next city where not so far from Yogyakarta. Only about 2 hours by car from Yogyakarta.
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