YOGYAKARTA
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The 7 most popular batik classes & workshops in Yogyakarta. The ones worth building a morning around, with run times, prices and who actually runs the trip.
Learn traditional batik in Yogyakarta with an English-speaking guru at Batik Seno Gallery. Small group, hands-on wax and color, take home art.
Most Popular“It was very enjoyable, everyone was so friendly and helpful. It’s a very good price for what you get and you get a free souvenir at the end. Would definitely recommend if you’re here.”
Learn Yogyakarta batik step-by-step near Prambanan, make a take-home handkerchief or tote, and enjoy snacks and temple stops in a 3-hour class.
“We had great time learning how to prepare batik. I would say it's a must if you happen to be in Yogya! Our children loved the whole process, especially the coloring :) We were taught by a local batik artist with huge experience, it was a real hoRead more”
Yogyakarta batik workshop: learn wax-and-dye techniques, create a hand-drawn cloth art piece, and take your batik home.
“It was such a fun, informative and interesting activity. Our teacher susi was super great, very knowledgeable and patient. We had so much fun designing and making our own batik art, and we even got the thing you use to make them, with us home. Very calm and quiet surroundings, which allowed us to really…”
Learn batik in Yogyakarta: draw your own design, apply wax with a canting, dye it, and take home your finished cloth.
“I had a wonderful cultural experience in Yogyakarta. It was my first time making batik from scratch, and everyone kindly guided me. It became such a beautiful memory!”
Learn contemporary batik in Yogyakarta’s leafy studio, make your own wax-resist fabric, and dye it naturally to take home.
“Kleinschalig Leuk bij iemand thuis om dit te doen. Goede uitleg over het hele proces en enorm leuk om zelf dit te maken. We hebben ervan genoten !”
Private Borobudur village tour with batik, gamelan, pottery, and a temple viewpoint. Includes car, driver, and mineral water.
“I had an absolutely wonderful day thanks to my guide, Kiki. It felt like living a dream: I discovered the art of Batik, tried pottery, and even learned to play the gamelan alongside incredibly kind and welcoming people. This cultural immersion was truly fascinating, surrounded by sincere smiles and constant warmth. Kiki was exceptional ,…”
Yogyakarta batik workshop with hotel pickup: learn wax-and-color techniques, create your own art, and take it home for about $23.
“Fabulous trip, such a relaxing and enjoyable activity, I would highly recommend this. We went as a family with two children (ages 9 & 11) and all had great fun. The staff at the studio were brilliant, very friendly and helpful. Our driver was great, punctual, flexible and friendly. The whole day was brilliant”
The temples, the volcano, the caves and the craft. Every part of the region, and every way to see it.
