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As of October 2026, Yogyakarta scores 72/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — generally safe. Yogyakarta is generally safe for visitors, but requires a high degree of caution due to potential social unrest and health concerns. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and tourist-targeted scams.
Safety Report
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Indonesia · Assessed 13 October 2026
72
/ 100
What drives this score
01 · Official Guidance
No advisory against travel
“Volcanic eruptions Volcanic eruptions occur frequently across Indonesia. In the event of a volcanic eruption, follow the latest advice issued by the local authorities, including on areas to avoid, exclusion zones and actions to take if air quality is affected.”
Updated 2026-10-07T10:44:39Z
Full advisory →Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories)
“Canada's official risk level for Indonesia: exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories).”
Updated 2026-09-24T08:53:34.2730629-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Mugging & robbery risk
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Pickpocketing & theft risk
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Visitor safety sentiment
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Urban scale factor
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
Robbery / mugging
LowViolent crime is rare, with a homicide rate significantly lower than the world average.
Pickpocketing
ModerateWhile not a major issue, pickpocketing can occur in crowded tourist areas and markets.
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Cautiously Optimistic
78/100
While some reports indicate tourists flocking to areas like Malioboro, recent protests and social discontent suggest a mixed sentiment regarding day-to-day safety.
Yogyakarta is generally safe for visitors, but requires a high degree of caution due to potential social unrest and health concerns.
While Yogyakarta has a low crime rate comparable to Japan, recent protests and a history of social discontent warrant vigilance. Travelers should be aware of potential health risks and exercise caution, especially after dark.
Recent developments
Common scams
Full briefing
Yogyakarta, while boasting a low homicide rate, requires a high degree of caution due to recent social unrest and health advisories. Travelers should be aware of potential demonstrations, as seen in September and August 2026 concerning police actions and welfare data, and avoid large gatherings.
Recent news indicates ongoing student protests across Indonesia regarding policymaking, suggesting a climate where vigilance is advised. While specific incidents of crime targeting tourists are not prominent in recent reports, petty theft like pickpocketing can occur in busy markets and tourist spots. The U.S. News & World Report noted a daycare abuse case in July 2026, highlighting broader societal issues that could indirectly affect the atmosphere.
Health is another consideration; CDC alerts for Zika and Dengue, along with general warnings for Measles and Polio, necessitate consulting a doctor for vaccinations and using insect repellent. The air quality is also listed as 'Unhealthy for sensitive groups'. Given these factors, exercising caution, especially after dark, and staying informed about local conditions are key to a safe visit.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Our field research rated 7 Yogyakarta districts for visitors: 4 safer, 3 needing caution. See them plotted on the Yogyakarta safety map.
GedongtengencautionA busy commercial district; exercise standard urban precautions against pickpockets.
KotagedecautionHistoric area; be aware of your surroundings, especially in less crowded lanes.
Bantul Regency (outskirts)cautionWhile rural areas are generally peaceful, exercise caution due to potential for petty crime and less police presence.
Malioboro StreetsaferMajor tourist thoroughfare, generally safe and well-policed.
Kraton (Sultan's Palace) areasaferCentral tourist attraction, high security and visitor presence.
Taman Sari (Water Castle)saferPopular historical site, safe for daytime visits.
PrawirotamansaferKnown for its guesthouses and cafes, generally safe for tourists.
07 · After Dark
63% of people in Indonesia say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2020).
Violent crime is rare, with a homicide rate significantly lower than the world average.
After dark, be most careful around Gedongtengen, Kotagede, Bantul Regency (outskirts). Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Yogyakarta is generally safe for visitors, but requires a high degree of caution due to potential social unrest and health concerns. While Yogyakarta has a low crime rate comparable to Japan, recent protests and a history of social discontent warrant vigilance. Travelers should be aware of potential health risks and exercise caution, especially after dark. (Assessed 13 October 2026.)
Safety is not one number, and this Yogyakarta report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.
Yogyakarta ranks #6 of 9 Indonesia destinations we've assessed, scoring 72/100. See the Indonesia safety overview for the full list.
The score blends 12+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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