If you’re searching for a day-trip destination, we’ve got a couple of tips. Sitting 20 miles away, Kudus is worth the drive. Menara Kudus Mosque, Museum Kretek and Kudus Mall alone make the drive out here worthwhile. Surakarta is another popular destination. It’s 35 miles away and offers a variety of fascinating things to see and do. Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall, Hartono Mall and Mangkunegaran Palace are just the start.