Kelanawisata.id, Yogyakarta – Located on the fourth floor of the market building, the Creative Economy Space at Prawirotaman Market offers a dynamic place for creativity while enjoying the atmosphere of southern Yogyakarta. The market underwent a major renovation in 2019 and was completed the following year, transforming it from a traditional marketplace into a modern facility with a distinctive heritage touch.

The first to third floors function as the main trading areas, where visitors can find vegetables, fruits, basic necessities, meat, and various products from local MSMEs. On the fourth floor, however, visitors will discover a different experience, as it houses restaurants and a creative space open to the public. In this creative hub, visitors can access a co-working space for only IDR 10,000 for up to six hours, including Wi-Fi access provided after registration.

In addition to the co-working space, the Creative Economy Space also features a photo studio, podcast studio, meeting room, and editing room. The photo studio can be rented for IDR 150,000 for two hours, complete with facilities such as a backdrop, softbox, umbrella lighting, and LED video lights. The editing room is available for IDR 30,000 for six hours. Meanwhile, the podcast studio can be rented for IDR 100,000 for two hours, and the meeting room for IDR 100,000 for three hours.

Beyond the creative facilities, the fourth floor also offers a variety of cafés, restaurants, and food stalls. Visitors can enjoy local culinary options such as Ayam Goreng Djantan, Djajan Moerni 78, TFP Kopiwarung, dim sum, Soto Batok, and Sosoe. Dining at the rooftop provides a unique experience, allowing guests to take in views of Yogyakarta from above while enjoying affordable meals, typically ranging from IDR 10,000 to IDR 50,000.

Prawirotaman Market serves as a hub for revitalizing the local MSME economy. The creative spaces are designed to support community-driven innovation and productivity. This transformation from a traditional to a modern market reflects an effort to accommodate evolving societal needs while fostering the growth of the creative economy.

Visitors are encouraged to explore the market in the morning to experience traditional snacks and local delicacies offered by vendors. Meanwhile, the rooftop culinary area comes alive in the late afternoon and evening, when the city lights create a vibrant and memorable atmosphere at an affordable price.

The market is easily accessible by both public transportation and private vehicles. Parking is available in the underground area, which is spacious enough to accommodate both motorcycles and cars. To reach the fourth floor, visitors can use the elevator, while stairs and escalators are available from the first to the third floors. So, when will you visit Prawirotaman Market?