This was my 3rd or 4th visit to Borobudur temple. My last visit was probably 15 years ago, and the place still charmed me. A lot of change as well to the way government now organise this UNESCO heritage. It's much better and organized, ticket, tour guide and because of it's heritage, the number of tourist is limited. I would not review the Borobudur itself, but more on how to get the ticket and what to expect : 1. You need to buy the ticket online, ensure you get the right ticket, there are two types of ticket. You just need to get one ticket, depending on what you want to do a) temple ground ticket, you can only go around the ground of temple and would not be able to go in to the actual temple, be careful if you buy this ticket from third party provider and you get cheaper price, sometimes they didn't mention it properly and you ended up need to buy the ticket to go inside the temple. I didn't check the price for this ticket. You can pay cash or card for this ticket (cash on the spot if you not doing any booking). I think there is no limitation on the numbers of visitors for this ticket. b) temple structure ticket, you can get into the temple. Foreigner price is IDR 455K, and for domestic is 120K. You can see the price in their website. You can only pay with card for this type of ticket. There will 150 visitors limit per hour for this ticket, just be mindful if you go on weekend or peak season. With this ticket you will get the special footwear, tour guide (for 60 minutes or so) and 2 small mineral water. 2. You need to obey the regulation, including wearing the provided footwear, wearing proper outfit, no smoking in the temple, no food and drink in the temple and the absolute one, do not touch or climb up the statue. 3. Wear hat and sunscreen, it could be very hot especially during the day, and the stone that use to build the temple is from lava stone and reflects the sun, so it could be really hot. 4. There is Borobudur museum on the way out, it provided some information on the history, but it's a bit rundown and quiet small, its free entrance. 5. As mentioned by others, there are plenty sellers outside of the temple, just be polite and keep walking if you don't want to buy anything from them.

It's like stepping into a world where history and spirituality collide. The sheer size and intricate details of the temple are mind-blowing. Climbing to the top to watch the sunrise over the misty Java landscape was a surreal experience, but what struck me the most was the sense of tranquility and reverence that pervades the entire place. It's not just a tourist attraction; it's a profound spiritual journey that leaves you with a deep appreciation for the artistry and culture of Indonesia. Visiting Borobudur was a life-changing experience that I'd recommend to anyone looking for a moment of profound beauty and reflection.

It is a must see location. In the past they let us spend as much time as we liked up the temple. But now it is limited to one hour. The visit times have to be booked in advance online. Reach the spot at the right time only as there is nothing to when you wait. Take the last slot if available as it would let you see the sunset. The park is worth walking around.

The Borobudur temple is simply spectacular. It is the largest Buddhist monument in the world. The temple is surrounded by beautiful gardens. To go up the temple, you need to go with a guide. You ascend in a circular path, and when you reach the top, the views and the stupas are incredible. If possible, go in the late afternoon to enjoy the sunset. A couple of tips: it's advisable to buy your tickets in advance as the number of visitors is limited. Also, keep in mind that the temple is closed on Mondays. You can buy tickets, but you won't be able to climb the temple, which is the highlight of the visit. You'll only be able to stay in the gardens.

This ancient Buddhist temple site is well maintained and is a World Heritage site. It has beautiful carvings in stone on the walls of 7 of the 10 levels telling the story of Gautama Buddha from his birth to reincarnation. You have to be fit to climb right to the 9th level as the stone steps are steep and uneven, and visitors are now asked to change to the bamboo slippers provided to preserve the ancient temple site. The timing of the visits are now restricted and there are no longer sunrise visits as the first tour starts at 0900h. In addition guides are required and very useful to point out and highlight the different carvings. Definitely worth a visit.

Borobudur is the main attraction in central Java and is the largest Buddhist temple site in the world. It is well-preserved and maintained, with designations where there has been restoration. It was very warm when we visited (approx. 100 degrees F), so water, hat and sunscreen are essential. There are hundreds of carved Buddha images and panels depicting Buddha’s life, as well as the life of the people. Definitely worth seeing when on Java. Having been to Siem Reap to see Angkor Wat and the other Hindu temples, I would say that Borobudur is on par, though very different.

The Borobudur Buddhist Temple was built around the 9th century and it is considered to be the largest Buddhist temple in the world.   There are two other ancient Buddhists temples located in line with Borobudur: Mendut &  Pawon Temple.   These three nearby Buddhist Temples (Borobudur, Mendut & Pawon) make up what is known as the Borobudur Temple Complex, since they are all located in close proximity to each other.   Because of its historical significance, the Borobudur Temple Complex has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The three temples of the Borobudur Temple Complex can easily be visited in single day with just a short distance between them, and it is well worth the visit to see all three temples because they are all so different in architecture and they are very interesting to visit. The Borobudur Temple structure is large in size and the grounds that surrounds the Temple structure is also very large and immaculately maintained. The Borobudur Temple and park-like grounds is definitely a must-see place to visit when traveling to Indonesia. As can be seen on the attached photos, the Borobudur Temple has a lot to offer.

Unite spectacular historical monument. Make sure you book the Temple Structure tour otherwise you cannot go up the stairs. The site is in pretty good shape and the detail work in the stone is interesting and complex.

The view was simply breathtaking and I was filled with awe. The carvings are so intricate and beautiful! No regrets visiting Borobudur as it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The climb up to the highest level was bearable and if you have older folks with you, just be careful and climb up slowly. The stupas were beautiful and I am so so glad that we made a trip to Borobudur. Grateful!

Borobudur Temple is a must visit when you are in Yogyakarta. You can purchase the tickets from the official site prior to your visit. Do purchase the tickets with the temple structure so that you can go up and see the stupas. The visit up includes a guide who will share the cultural and history behind the temple and the carvings/structures. There are a few slots a day for these tours so do remember to check them out so you can plan your visit around the slots. Do bring an umbrella if you can as it gets pretty hot in the late morning.