Free tour
A stroll into old Kotagede: experience the traditional life
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Guru: Kosuke Fau
Registered on 10 November 2025
Hi, I'm Fau. I am a tourism graduate, I really like everything about tourism. I am a person who really likes to interact with other people, I like socializing. My hobbies are drawing, listening to music, and watching movies. I will be very happy to meet you, see you soon!
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
I will take you to explore Kotagede, we will see Kotagede Market closer, try some traditional foods that you can choose from. We will walk while I tell you everything, I will take you to Omah UGM, see the traditional Javanese house that is still very authentic. We will go down the small alley, take a closer look at the traditional life in Kotagede, I will also invite you to meet people who really know the traditions in Kotagede, we will learn together and see the process of making Kembang Waru Cake, and don't worry, all the traditional snacks that you eat, I will give you as a tester! Don't hesitate and go with me, I will be very happy to see you!
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
Jl. Mondorakan No.29, Sayangan, Jagalan, Kec. Kotagede, Kabupaten Bantul, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55172, Indonesia
I will be near the crossroads, in front of the small restaurant “Gule Sar Legi Kotagede”, I will hold a brown folding umbrella so that you can easily find me
1
Outside visit
Gule Sar Legi Kotagede
This is a small restaurant where I will wait for you, this small restaurant is close to the intersection, and quite easy to find
2
Free entry
Omah UGM
Together we will see the traditional Javanese house that is still very authentic here, I will explain all the parts, and various things about this traditional house
3
Free entry
Between two gates
I will take you to walk through the residents' houses that still have a very quiet atmosphere, with beautiful traditional houses. This alley is quite unique because it is located between two gates
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 1 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
A stroll into old Kotagede: experience the traditional life
