Bali Attractions A to Z

Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA)

The Agung Rai Museum of Art (or ARMA as it’s commonly known) was officially opened in June 1996. The ARMA building is a compound including a resort, restaurants, painting classes, a museum and also an open stage for performing arts. The museum showcases a permanent painting exhibition by Balinese, Indonesian and foreign artists. Read More...

Location: Jalan Pengosekan, Ubud
Tel: +62 0361 975742

Alas Kedaton Monkey Forest

Alas Kedaton monkey forests and sanctuary is located in the village of Kutuh in the district of Marga, Tabanan, approximately 25km northeast of Denpasar, the island’s provincial capital city, and 4.5km from Tabanan. The small forest of 12ha is inhabited by hundreds of grey long-tailed macaques (Macaca fascicularis). Read More...

Location: Kutuh Village, Marga District, Tabanan
Address: Jalan Raya Alas Kedaton, Marga, Tabanan

Amed Beach

If you’re a keen diver, you’d almost certainly have this destination among your Bali holiday plans. The island’s eastern shoreline boasts an underwater playground, and Amed is among the favourite between two main sites (the other being Tulamben, 25km to the north). Amed was once best known for its traditional salt farming. Soon after its beautiful underwater trove was unveiled, with an historical shipwreck adding to its natural features, Amed became a favourite among divers, particularly Jemeluk Bay.

Ask for Amed and you’d be directed to any strip along the coast that spans seven different seaside villages; Amed, Jemeluk, Bunutan, Lipah, Selang, Banyuning and Aas. All are fishing villages, hence the traditional jukung outriggers that line the coast. Read More...

Location: Karangasem, East Bali.

Bali Agung

Bali Agung at the Bali Theatre located within the Bali Safari & Marine Park in Gianyar, is a theatrical art performance combining a Balinese legend, with lively dance choreography, vibrant costumes, dramatic music compositions, state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems, luxurious seating, roomy lounges and modern facilities. The theatre brings a whole new dimension to theatrical art performances by presenting a combination of traditional and contemporary dance, modern puppetry, and features the animals of the Bali Safari Marine Park as stars of the show. Read More...

Location: Bali Safari & Marine Park, Jalan Bypass Ida Bagus Mantra, Gianyar
Tel: +62 (0)361 950-000

Bali Bird & Reptile Park

Bali Bird & Reptile Park could be the perfect choice if you are headed to Ubud to spend time with your family. Located in Batubulan it sits on two hectares of landscaped botanical gardens. Stroll within the boundaries of the park to experience the replicated natural eco-systems of Balinese Jungle and Papuan Rainforest and admire the fine collection of almost 1,000 exotic birds from 250 different species from Indonesia, Africa and South America. Read More...

Location: Batubulan village, near Ubud

Bali Bombing Memorial Monument

This is a permanent memorial on the site of the destroyed Paddy's Pub on Legian Street. (A new bar, named ‘Paddy's: Reloaded’, was reopened further along Legian Street). The memorial is made of intricately carved stone, set with a large marble plaque which bears the names and nationalities of the victims, flanked by their national flags. 

Location: On Legian Street in Kuta Beach

Bali Botanic Gardens

It is truly a treat to be able to wander freely around the Bali Botanical Gardens in Bedugul deep in the heart of northern Bali, locally known as Kebun Raya Eka Karya. Established in 1959 it's a rambling 120 hectares located high on the slopes of Tree Mountain with a massive collection of trees, a rich fluttering bird life and five hundred species of exotic orchids! Read More...

Location: Bedugul, central highlands of Bali

Bali Safari & Marine Park

A fun day out awaits you at Bali Safari & Marine Park, one of the island’s largest and most visited animal theme parks which opened its gates in 2007. The Bali Safari and Marine Park was established by Taman Safari Indonesia, the facility is spread over 40 hectares. The park shelters more than 60 wildlife species, all of which roam free as if living in their natural habitats. Read More...

Opening Hours: Daily from 09:00 to 17:00. The Bali Agung show times are Thursday to Sunday, from 14.30 to 15.30
Location: Jalan Bypass Prof. Dr. Ida Bagus Mantra, Gianyar
Tel: +62 (0)361 950 000

Bali Zoo

Bali Zoo protects some of Indonesia’s finest species, as well as other countries’ exotic animals including Siamangs, a gigantic crocodile, Komodo dragon (the largest lizard in the world, growing to an average length of two-three metres), deer, kangaroos, reptiles, tigers, primates and various kinds of birds such as Bali starlings, peacocks, cassowaries and cockatoos. Read More...

Location: Jalan Raya Singapadu Sukawati, Ubud
Tel: (0)36 129 4357

Banjar Hot Springs

The Brahmavihara Arama in Banjar is Bali's only Buddhist monastery. The monastery is around four km up an obvious turn-off from the main road. Continue on along the road past the monastery, and winding further up into the hills, you'll be rewarded with the steaming Air Panans Banjar, or the Hot Springs of Banjar, not far from the monastery. These hot springs are beautifully landscaped with lush tropical plants. Read More...

Location: Banjar, north of Bali

Barong Dance

The Barong is triumphant display of graceful movement and vibrant colour. The dance is basically a contest between the opposing forces of Rangda - chaos and destruction, and Barong - order. (Basically good and evil.)

Location: Suwung and Kesiman, in the suburbs of Denpasar.
Batubulan: Daily from 09:00 or 09:30
Banjar Abasan, Singapadu: Daily from 09:30
Puri Saren in Ubud: Fridays from 18:30

Batuan Village

Lots of Balinese say that if you want to see what Bali looked like in the old days, visit Batuan Village. The village comprises traditional Balinese compounds and natural surroundings, and you’ll be fascinated by the residents who enthusiastically embrace the traditions and rituals observed in every facet of their life: most of them work as traditional craftsmen or artists. 

Location: About 10 kilometres south of Ubud and about 15 kilometres northeast of Denpasar

Besakih Temple

Over a thousand years old, Besakih Temple is known as the "Mother Temple of Bali". Perched on the slopes of Mount Agung, at a lofty 1,000 metres (3,000 feet) Besakih is the biggest and holiest of all the Balinese temples. Named after the Dragon God believed to inhabit the mountain, it's said to be the only temple where a Hindu of any caste can worship. Read More...

Location: Mount Agung

Biasa Art Space

Going on its name, Biasa Art Space should be ordinary. However, it really can’t be defined as such. This art centre has been at the front line in promoting young and talented Javanese and Balinese artists of the contemporary genre since 2005, and is where the creative, conceptual and avant-garde can be nurtured and supported. Biasa Art Space usually exhibits artwork of progressive and previously unexposed artists.

Location: 34 Jalan Raya Seminyak, Kuta

Blahmantung Waterfalls

With a spectacular drop over 100m, this waterfall near Pupuan is simply amazing, especially during the rainy season. Do be prepared for a bit of a trek up a steep track which is also rough at times.

Location: Pupuan

Blanco Renaissance Museum

Philippine-born artist Antonio Blanco married a beautiful Balinese woman and successfully created a legend of his own, fuelled by his admirable talents, eccentric flair and long-term dedication. To complete his dream, he then built a museum in his former house on the hilltops of Campuhan. The 20,000 sqm property overlooks the river and was officially opened to the public in 1998. Read More...

Location: Campuhan, Ubud
Tel: +62 0361 975502

Botanic Garden Ubud

This five hectares of tranquil greenery sits at an elevation of between 320 and 400 metres above sea level and features a range of micro-climates with ravines, groves, meadows, a river, waterfalls and a natural forest setting. The Garden's paths and stairways lead you on a journey of exploration through the three orchid houses, Islamic Garden, Fern Garden, Chocolate Grove, Herbal Plants Garden, a Titan and Rafflesia and Bali’s first maze.

Location: Just 1.2 kilometres from Ubud on the main road towards Kutuh Kaja Village and facing the bird village of Petulu, home of the famous white egret

Bullock Races

Negara is Western Bali's major town and transport terminal. It is calm, silent and relaxing all year through, except for the months of July through October, when it is time for Bali's unique bullock races!

Location: Negara

Circus Waterpark

Circus Waterpark is a leisure park located on Jalan Kediri in Tuban, approximately 10 minutes away from Ngurah Rai International Airport. This park serves as a smaller and inexpensive option to the existing water park in the area Waterbom Bali, which is 1.5km to the north of this park.

Circus Waterpark appeals to both adults and children – featuring various slides and a lazy river, as well as a dedicated kids’ area that offers a variety of fun activities such as fountains, water cannons, and mini train rides. Thrill seekers can opt for more exciting slides such as the ‘speed slider’ and ‘wave slides’ among others. Read More...

Opening Hours: Mon – Sun, 09:00 – 18:00
Location: Jl. Kediri, Kuta - Bali
Tel: +62 (0)361 764 003

Daybreak Waterfall

The area immediately west of Lovina has a number of compelling attractions, one of which is the Daybreak Waterfall, or Air Terjun Singsing, 50km west of the middle of the Lovina beach strip. Although not huge, the waterfalls feature a pool underneath, which is great for swimming. During the wet season, the falls are spectacular, but may erratically be reduced to trickles in the dry season.

Location: Lovina

Elephant Cave

Goa Gajah or Elephant Cave (allegedly derived from the name Lwa Gajah – originally meaning elephant waters) is one of the most historical sites in Bali and was developed in the 11th century, on the western edge of Bedulu Village only six kilometres out of central Ubud. Goa Gajah is a place to meditate and worship the spiritual essence of the site, Lord Ganesha. 

Location: On the western edge of Bedulu Village only six kilometres out of central Ubud

Fire Dance

This dance is an exorcism form against spirit possession, where barefooted girls in a trance dance among glowing coals.

Location: Bona Kangin, Gianyar, Friday. Monday and Wednesday from 18:30
Bonasari, Gianyar, Friday, Monday and Wednesday from 19:00
Batubulan, daily from 18:30

Gallery Santrian

Located in Griya Santrian compound, Gallery Santrian is the most reputable gallery in Sanur and is definitely worth a visit. This open-air gallery showcases painting and sculpture artworks from famous Indonesian and foreign artists who focus on classic style including Syahrizal Koto, Ni Nyoman Sani, I Ketut Muja, Le Mayeur de Mempres, Auw Kok Heng and Sujana. Today, the gallery has become the main venue for art exhibition during the Sanur Village Festival, held every August since 2005.

Location: In Griya Santrian Hotel, Jalan Danau Tamblingan, Sanur

Garuda Wisnu Kencana Monument

Prior to its recent incarnation, the Garuda Wisnu Kencana (commonly known as GWK) monument was an abandoned limestone excavation which was no longer used by locals. Today the GWK can be compared to Thailand's Sleeping Buddha or the Giant Buddha in Hong Kong.  Read More...

Location: Bukit Peninsula, at the southern end of Bali. Between Uluwatu and Nusa Dua

Gedong Arca Archaeological Museum

Located about seven kilometres out of Ubud’s centre, towards Gianyar, the museum houses numerous items ranging from simple Paleolithic artifacts, stone tools and blades from the pre-Hindu Bronze Age to the golden era of Balinese Hindu-Buddhism and beyond, gained from Indian and Chinese traders who pre-dated the Dutch by centuries.

Location: In Tampak Siring main street, between Pejeng and Bedulu village

Gitgit Waterfalls

Located 10km to the south of Singaraja, the Gitgit Waterfalls are not far from the main road. A spectacular 40 metres of crystal-clear water rushing headlong into a seemingly bottomless pool that tempts visitors with a tantalisingly refreshing swim. But should you decide to succumb to the charms of the falls, beware; but not of any physical danger - local legend has it that couples who bathe together at the lovely pools will eventually separate.

Location: About 10 Km from Singaraja Town or about 70 Km from Denpasar in the north of Bali

Goa Lawah Temple

The Bat Cave Temple of Goa Lawah is one of the most important in Bali. It is located approximately nine kilometres from Klungkung on the east coast of the island and was built in the 11th century. As its name suggests, the cave is the home of thousands of fruit bats that hang on the rock of the cave walls. Read More...

Location: Nine kilometres from Klungkung on Bali east coast

Gunung Agung

Gunung Agung is Bali's biggest trekking challenge. The tip is to start well before dawn, armed with a strong flashlight, water, food, and warm and waterproof clothing. The best time for a climb is during the dry season of April through October. But climbing is not permitted when major religious events are held at Pura Besakih, which is most of April. Read More...

Location: East of Bali

Gunung Kawi

Gunung Kawi (meaning ‘carving in the mount’) is a 10th century Hindu temple complex located in the Gianyar regency. These days, Gunung Kawi sanctuary is still used for ritual ceremonies and locals gather periodically to offer the usual gifts and to pay homage to God, the ancient king, and his family. Read More...

Location: Tampaksiring north east of Ubud

Jimbaran Bay Traditional Fish Market

Located just a few hundred metres south of Bali International Airport, this traditional fish market is undoubtedly the biggest saltwater fish market in Bali. You can find almost any saltwater fish from the popular red snapper to the rare mahi-mahi. If you’re staying in a villa and are dying to have your own seafood bash, this excellent spread of fresh fish is something you shouldn’t miss.

Location: Just south of the airport and Kuta

Kecak Dance

The kecak is a ritual dance which was created in the early 1930s for the movie 'Island of the Demons' by the German painter and intellectual Walter Spies. The dance combines the chorus of the Sanghyang trance dance with a dance story from the epic Ramayana.

It is extremely impressive with its circular chorus of sometimes over 100 bare-chested male singers. Read More...

Location: Arts Center, Denpasar, daily from 18:30
Banjar Buni, Kuta, Sunday from 20:00
Banjar Tegal, Ubud, Sunday from 18:00

Kerta Gosa

Kerta Gosa or ‘Taman Gili Kerta Gosa’ as it’s officially called is an historical landmark in the town of Klungkung. Kerta Gosa forms part of the Puri Semarapura royal palace and features two main structures – a grand hall or the namesake Bale Kerta Gosa with ceilings filled with Kamasan or wayang-style paintings, and the Bale Kambang ‘floating hall’.

The complex dates back to 1686 when it was commissioned by Dewa Agung Jambe, then ruler of the Klungkung kingdom. Kerta Gosa has undergone a series of restorations in the past and is one of Bali’s most important historical sites. The site is open for the public to visit. Read More...

Location: Jalan Puputan Klungkung, Semarapura, Klungkung

Kintamani & Mount Batur

Gunung Batur is a volcanic area which is famous for the Danau lake (Danau Batur), the biggest in Bali. Towering at 1717m, Gunung Batur is one of Bali's natural wonders, and just perfect for trekking, although the beauty of the place can still be enjoyed without exertion. Don't forget to drop by the much-revered Pura Ulun Danu temple, Pura Puncak Penulisan in Penulisan; and the hot springs at Toya Bungkah. Read More...

Location: Kintamani, Bali

Legong Dance

The Legong is a very difficult dance requiring great dexterity and is generally performed by young girls. The dance is choreographed to the finest detail, to a set pattern with no improvisation allowed.

Location: Peliatan Stage, Friday from 18:30
Pura Dalem & Puri Peliatan, Saturday from 18:30
Pura Peliatan in Ubud, Sunday from 19:30
Puri Saren, Ubud, Monday from 19:30
Banjar Tegal, Kuta, Saturday and Tuesday from 08:00

Le Mayeur Museum

An eccentric and extraordinary painter, Adrien Jean Le Mayeur de Merpres was a Brussels-born artist who was impressed by the mystical paradise of Sanur and dedicated his entire life there to the two things he loved the most: the arts and women. The museum exemplifies the priceless heritage of an artist and a nation. Read More...

Location: Jalan Hang Tuah, Sanur

Lovina Beach

Lovina can be regarded as the most famous beach resort in North Bali. The beach resort spans several local villages between two districts, namely Pemaron, Tukadmungga, Anturan and Kalibukbuk in the Buleleng district to its eastern side, and the villages of Kaliasem and Temukus in the Banjar district or its western side. The capital city of the Buleleng regency is an approximate 5km away to east of Lovina Beach. The coast can be reached on long trips from Denpasar, Bali’s provincial capital city, an approximate two-hour overland journey traversing the central mountainous region of the island. Read More...

Location: North Bali, west of Buleleng regency’s capital city of Singaraja.

Makepung Buffalo Races

Makepung is the name of a major grand prix in Jembrana, West Bali, which features racing buffalo races. Hundreds of pairs of buffaloes are teamed up together with their jockeys riding the traditional wooden ploughs that are slightly modified for the competition.

The racer buffaloes, called kerbau pepadu, compete in various open race circuits in assorted heats around the district of Melaya, leading up to the finals, or what has come to be known as the Jembrana Regent’s Cup, and the Governor’s Cup, held annually. Read More...

Museum Gedong Kirtya

This wonderful museum in Singaraja is a display of thousands of ancient Balinese letters in chronological order; the kakawin, or old Balinese poetry; and the geguritan which written on the palm leaf. All these and more are stored in the original building that was built in 1928, still standing tall today. Read More...

Opening Hours: Monday-Thursday 07:00-14:30, Friday 07:00-12:00 and Saturday 07:00-13:00
Location: 20 Jalan Veteran, Singaraja

Museum Manusa Yadnya

Just as its name implies, the Museum Manusa Yadnya details items regarding the process of a human's life from the womb to the tomb.

Location: Taman Ayun

Museum Manusia Purba

The Museum Manusia Purba, at the western end of Bali, was established in 1990s. It all began with an archaeological expedition of Dukuh Cekik in 1962, by R.P. Soejoeno from the Bali Archaeological Service. The expedition estimated that approximately 2,000 years ago, stone age man dwelled on the site of the museum.

Location: Gilimanuk

Museum Negeri Propinsi Bali

The Bali Provincial Public Museum, or simply referred to as the Bali Museum, is the oldest on the island with up to 10,506 exhibits. Built in traditional Balinese royal style, the 2,600sqm area is divided into the jaba pisan (outside area), jaba tengah (courtyard), and jeroan (central area).

The jeroan comprises three gedungs (pavilions) named after regencies in Bali, Tabanan, Karangasem, and Buleleng and houses a collection of art and ethnography, ancient inscriptions, ceramics, porcelain statues, household items, agricultural tools, weapons, ritual tools, paintings, wayang kulit (shadow puppets) and more.

The library, laboratory, pavilions for exhibitions and other historical collections, as well as the employee’s offices at the southern part of the complex were added around 1969. It was found in 1910 by a Dutch resident and opened to the public in 1934.

Opening Hours: Monday – Thursday: 08:00 – 15:00, Friday: 08:00 – 12:30, Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and other holidays
Location: Jalan Mayor Wisnu, to the east from Puputan Square, Denpasar
Tel: +62 (0)361 222 680

Museum Puri Lukisan

Museum Puri Lukisan (or Palace of Paintings) houses paintings and woodcarvings. The Museum is located within easy walking distance of the main road of Raya Ubud and was opened to the public in January 1956 by the first Indonesian Minister of Education and Cultural Affairs, Mrs. Mohammad Yamin. Here, you will discover a series of Rudolf Bonnet’s artwork, the son of an Amsterdam baker who fought hard to become an artist, then travelled to Bali and called it home. Read More...

Location: Jalan Raya Ubud, Ubud

Museum Rudana

To see a fine art collection, make a visit to Museum Rudana. The museum was established in 1995 to provide an outstanding collection of paintings for the public to study and enjoy. The collection was begun with the purchases of Nyoman Rudana, the owner, and his wife Ni Wayan Olastini. The building houses fine Balinese works of art in the Classical Ubud and Batuan styles. Read More...

Location: 44 Jl. Cok Rai Pudak, Peliatan, Ubud
Tel: +62 361 975779

Museum Seni Lukis Klasik (Nyoman Gunarsa Museum)

This three-storey museum in Mas village follows the conception of Tri Angga, that is, the three parts of human body; head, body, and legs. The museum's art collection is a mix of works of painters from the olden days of the ancient Klungkung Kingdom to this very day.

Location: Takmung village (5 km west of Klungkung town centre on the main road to Gianyar)

Museum Subak

Tabanan is a region popularly known as Bali's 'rice warehouse'. Hence, it is no surprise to learn that Tabanan is home to the Subak Museum, which houses a vast collection of, what else, but agricultural items. An interesting display to take note of is Bali's typical watering system, called Subak, the museum's namesake.

Location: Tabanan

Neka Art Museum

The Neka Art Museum, previously known as the Neka Museum, opened in 1982 and was named after the Balinese teacher and owner Suteja Neka, who collected paintings for years. Today, the museum has been recognised as an institute of international standing and is home to some wonderful art pieces by many famous Balinese, Indonesian and foreign artists who have lived in Bali and influenced the local arts scene. Read More...

Location: Raya Camphuan St. Kedewatan Village, Ubud
Tel: +62 (0)361 975 074

New Kuta Green Park in Bali

New Kuta Green Park is a water park within the Pecatu Indah Resort, located 200m from the New Kuta Condotel and near to Dreamland Beach on the western part of the Bukit Peninsula. New Kuta Green Park provides visitors with a unique family recreation spot in a hilly limestone area by combining a water park with a range of outdoor activities.

The water park covers 5Ha of the Pecatu Indah Resort enclave. Twelve main water activities range from exhilarating rides to leisure attractions, while children’s playgrounds and an aviary provide additional entertainment.

Opening Hours: Mon – Sun, 09:00 – 18:00
Location: Pecatu Indah Resort, Jalan Raya Uluwatu, Pecatu, Kuta Selatan
Tel: +62 (0)361 8484 777

Pasir Putih Beach

Bali is blessed with a variety of coastlines and many of its ‘hidden’ beaches have only in recent years been revealed. One such ‘hidden’ beach that had gained much popularity recently is Perasi Beach, often referred to by various nicknames given by visitors, such as Pasir Putih or ‘White Sand Beach’, ‘Virgin Beach’ and simply ‘Hidden Beach’. This secluded coast stretches between two hills and lies between the villages of Bugbug and Perasi, Karangasem regency - approximately 4.5km east of Candidasa. Read More...

Pelaga Agro Tourism

Pelaga Agro Tourism is Bali’s major agro tourism region, located around the hillsides of the Petang Village in the district of Pelaga, Badung regency, at 730 metres above sea level. The agro tourism site is easily reached with a two-hour drive, approximately 45km north of Denpasar, the provincial capital.

This region offers vast plantations, highlighting the agricultural processes of seeding, planting and harvesting of various varieties of flowers, fruits, and vegetables. With scenic hillsides, the region also offers a cooler highland climate that makes for a refreshing retreat from the sultry southern coasts. Read More...

Pura Blanjong

Pura Blanjong was built as a cenotaph of Sri Kesari Warmadewa and commemorates his journey to the east. Sri Kesari himself was a Syailendra descendant (a Buddhist-ruled dynasty which ruled Java) and the founder of an architectural wonder, Borobudur Temple. Apart from being one of the most sacred temples, Pura Blanjong shows you things of architectural and archeological interest. Read More...

Location: Sanur Beach

Pura Samuan Tiga

Samuan Tiga Temple is strategically located set back a little from the main road between Ubud and Tampaksiring, and used to be one of the most popular tourist destinations. This sacred temple was the royal temple of the Udayana Warmadewa dynasty (a Balinese King who ruled in the 10th century). Samuan Tiga means three (tiga) meetings (samuan) and the temple is assumed to be the venue for the great meeting between Gods, deities and saints.  Read More...

Location: Between Ubud and Tampaksiring

Pura Penataran Sasih

Pura Penataran Sasih is situated six kilometres northwest of Gianyar and two kilometres north of Pejeng. It is also known as ‘The Moon Temple’ and derived its name from an ancient bronze kettle drum (or nekara) called ‘Moon of Pejeng’ which is now kept in its inner chamber. It is the largest bronze kettle in Southeast Asia at about two metres in length and allegedly dates from 300 BC. The design is associated with the Dong Son culture of Southern China and Northern Vietnam of around 1500 BC. This highly valued and ornate gong is in the shape of an hourglass and is beautifully engraved: it is regarded as Indonesia’s most important Bronze-Age antique.

Location: East of Ubud in Gianyar Regency

Pura Petitenget

Although Pura Petitenget (found at the T-junction on Jalan Petitenget) is not as big and as popular as Bali’s other major temples of Pura Besakih, Pura Uluwatu and Pura Ulun Danu, it is famous for its legend. This temple is believed by Hindus to be one of nine pillars known as 'Kayangan Jagat', temples of nine wind eyes built in the 11th Century by Empu Kuturan (a Javanese Sage) who came to Bali bringing religious law and the formation of traditional villages. Read More...

Location: Jalan Petitenget, Seminyak

Ramayana Dance

This highly entertaining dance form plays out the epic legends of the Ramayana. There are occasional performances in Banjar Buni, Kuta.

Location: Banjar Buni, Kuta

Rice Paddies

Blessed by cooler air and its geographic location, Ubud has become famous for its beautiful scenes of rice paddies involving ‘subak’ (the traditional Balinese irrigation system), which according to history was taught by a revered holy man from India named Rsi Markaneya in the eighth century. To explore some of the most splendid terraced landscapes in Ubud, peddle or trek to some of the villages around Ubud such as Pejeng, Tegallalang and Campuhan, where you will enjoy the perfect frame of amazing rice paddies overlooking the hills and river. Read More...

Location: Around Ubud
Tour Available: Bali East Coast Discovery Tour

Sangeh Monkey Forest

The Sangeh Monkey Forest near the village of Sangeh, in south western Bali, has six hectares of forest land with giant nutmeg trees. Home to hundreds of sacred monkeys in the forest, the monkeys here inhabit both the trees and the Pura Bukit Sari, a temple deep within the fragrant greenery. Read More...

Location: Sangeh village, about 20 km north of Denpasar

Seiki Torige Gallery

Seiki Torige graduated from Linda Glassy Studio in Milan, and went on to develop his artistry in glassware over the space of 30 years, creating many pieces in his signature colours green and cobalt. His works grace major lobbies, art spaces, and galleries all over the world, of which the Laforet Shuzenzy Hotel, Begawan Giri Hotel, The Square of Seisiki Sakuragaoka Tokyo, and Heller Gallery New York are but a few. 

Location: Jalan Danau Tamblingan, Sanur

Seniwati Art Gallery

This gallery was established in 1991 by Mary Northmore, the very personable wife of famous painter Abdul Azis; with the aim of helping Balinese women to be accepted as artists; and also to expose the long hidden and unrecognised brilliance of women artists in Bali. The gallery also serves to motivate, train and encourage young talented Balinese girls achieve their full potential in the world of arts.

Location: Jalan Sriwedari 2B, Banjar Taman, Ubud
Tel: +62 361 975485

Serangan Island

Serangan is a small island located 10km south of Denpasar and is the nearest island to Bali. Often referred to by the moniker ‘turtle island’, Serangan was a frequent nesting ground for green sea turtles. This has drastically changed over the years, and consumption of turtle meat as well as the use of sea turtles in ceremonies is now a tale of the past.

Serangan Island is the site of Sakenan Temple, located on the westernmost edge of the island. Reclamations in the 90s have led to a drastic change of pilgrims’ and locals’ ways, as well as the natural landscape of the island. Once a separate land mass only reachable by traditional wooden boats, it is now easily accessed by cars via a 110m bridge. Read More...

Location: South Denpasar, into the road from opposite LotteMart on Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai from Sanur

Sakenan Temple

Sakenan Temple or ‘Pura Sakenan’ as referred to by locals, is an important temple in the southern region of Bali, perched on the north-western shore of Serangan Island, a small island located 10km south of Denpasar.

Once strong for its unique feature of pilgrimages during the 210-day piodalan temple anniversary celebrations with processions leading to the Serangan Island on foot or by traditional wooden boats, reclamations in the 90s have changed the ways, as well as the natural landscape of the island. Read More...

Location: south Denpasar, into the road opposite LotteMart on Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai from Sanur

Taman Ayun Temple

Very distinctive pagodas symbolising the sacred mountain Mahameru, residence of the Supreme God surrounded by a moat in this lovely temple in Mengwi. Originally dating from 1634, Taman Ayun was restored and enlarged in 1937. On its festival day (odalan) hundreds of women come into the temple bringing colourful offerings, which they place together in front of the merus. Read More...

Location: Mengwi, north west of Denpasar

Taman Kupu-Kupu Bali (Bali Butterfly Park)

Taman Kupu-Kupu Bali or Bali Butterfly Park is a butterfly and insect conservation facility which exhibits a wide range of specimens through its park grounds of approximately 3,000sqm located in the village of Wanasari, 6.5km north of the Tabanan regency’s capital and 30km northwest of Denpasar. The park claims to be the largest of its kind in Asia. Read More...

Opening Hours: 08:00 - 17:00
Location: Jalan Batukaru, Sandan Lebah, Wanasari, Tabanan
Tel: +62 (0)361 894 0595

Taman Ujung Water Palace

Taman Ujung ‘water palace’, with its complete and official designation of Taman Sukasada Ujung, is located in the village of Seraya in Karangasem regency. It is the sister site of Tirta Gangga, also built by the late raja of Karangasem. The complex consists of various large pools and historic structures set against a backdrop of Mount Agung and the eastern shoreline.

The site suffered near devastation by showers of hot ash following the eruption of nearby Mount Agung in 1963, and also weathered an earthquake in 1979. Restoration efforts throughout the decades made way to its current splendour, and it continues to appeal to both locals and visitors. Read More...

Location: Tumbu Village, Karangasem

Tampaksiring Presidential Palace

Istana Tampaksiring or Tampaksiring Palace is located on the hill top of 700 metres above the sea level in Tampaksiring Village, just next to the Tirta Empul complex. Construction of the palace took place from 1957 to 1963 and was initiated by Dr. Ir Sokarno – the first Indonesian president. The gorgeous architecture comprises five main buildings, two of them separated by a fissure in the hill but connected by a bridge and one 'pendopo' (conference space). This palace used to be the first Indonesian presidential retreat and nowadays it's part of governmental and state events.

Location: Tampaksiring Village near Ubud

Tanah Lot Temple

Tanah Lot is one of Bali’s most important temples, famed for its unique offshore setting and sunset backdrops. An ancient Hindu shrine perched on top of an outcrop amidst constantly crashing waves; Tanah Lot is simply among Bali’s not-to-be-missed icons.

The onshore site is dotted with smaller shrines alongside visitors’ leisure facilities that comprise restaurants, shops and a cultural park presenting regular dance performances. The temple is located in the Beraban village of the Tabanan regency, an approximate 20km northwest of Kuta, and is included on most tours to Bali’s western and central regions. Read More...

Opening Hours: 07:00 – 19:00
Location: Jalan Raya Tanah Lot, Beraban Village, Kediri, Tabanan
How to get there: Pass the Pan Pacific Nirwana Bali Resort until reaching the end of the street.

Elephant Safari Park of Desa Taro

Acclaimed as the world’s best elephant park since its opening in 1996, Taro Elephant Safari Park is set in 3.5 hectares of pristine tropical parklands and unspoiled national forest, and houses 27 indigenous Sumatran elephants. You can exclusively interact with these beautiful mammals: feeding, riding, learning and observing the daily elephant talent shows. You can also stay in their unique lodge for an overnight experience. Read More...

Location: Taro, north east of Ubud
Tour Available: Bali Elephant Riding Tour

Temples in Kuta Beach

Kuta does not have a popular main temple to visit, but sprinkled along the main road you can find regular temples worth a peek at during your holiday here. Positioned on Jalan Pantai Kuta you’ll find Pura Batu Bolong; on Kuta Sidewalk is Pura Penataran; and on Kuta Beach a few metres east from the main gate is Pura Kalangan Majelangu.  Read More...

Location: Kuta Beach

Tirta Empul Temple

Tirta Empul is a prominent temple complex and holy mountain spring, located in the village of Manukaya, in the district of Tampaksiring, Gianyar regency, in central Bali. The site serves as a legendary setting for a traditional tale of good versus evil and is a national cultural heritage site. Read More...

Opening Hours: 09:00 – 17:00
Location: Manukaya village, district of Tampaksiring, Gianyar, central Bali.

Tirta Gangga Royal Water Garden

The Tirta Gangga royal water garden is a favourite retreat in the regency of Karangasem, east Bali. It was built in 1946 during the reign of the late raja of Karangasem, Anak Agung Anglurah Ketut Karangasem (1887 - 1966). Tirta Gangga saw a series of restorations following the destructive hot showers of volcanic ash from the 1963 Mount Agung eruption.

The lavish water gardens owned by the royal Karangasem family feature 1.2ha of pools, ponds and fountains surrounded by neatly cut lawns adorned with stepping stones, ornate statues and tropical gardens.

Opening Hours: 08:00 - 23:00
Location: Jalan Abang, Karangasem
Tel: 62 (0)363 225 03

Ubud Monkey Forest

This site must be the island’s most prominent simian sanctuary. It is referred to by various names, such as the Sacred Monkey Forest of Padangtegal as it is located and owned by the village of Padangtegal, Ubud, and by its official designation, Mandala Wisata Wenara Wana. The public simply refers to it as, “Ubud’s Monkey Forest”. Read More...

Location: Jalan Uluwatu, Bukit Peninsula
Tel: +62 361 971304
How to get there: Approach the main Uluwatu Temple site via Jalan Uluwatu.

Ubud Royal Palace (Puri Saren Ubud)

In the late nineteenth century, Ubud became the seat of feudal lords who owed their allegiance to the King of Gianyar, once the most powerful of Bali's southern states. Then the last king of Ubud, Tjokorda Gede Agung Sukawati (1910–1978) decided to build a palace, which is now occupied by his descendants and noted as the first hotel in Ubud, dating back to the 1930s. Nowadays, nightly dance performances are held in the courtyard. Read More...

Location: Ubud, at the northern end of Monkey Forest road

Ulun Danu Beratan Temple

The Ulun Danu Beratan Temple is both a famous picturesque landmark and a significant temple complex located on the western side of the Beratan Lake in Bedugul, central Bali. The whole Bedugul area is actually a favorite cool upland weekend and holiday retreat for locals and island visitors alike from the southern and urban areas, as it is strategically located, connecting the island’s north and south. Read More...

Location: Ulun Danu Beratan is located on the western lakeside of the Beratan Lake in the village of Candi Kuning highland region of Bedugul, Tabanan Regency.

Uluwatu Monkey Forest

Uluwatu Temple in Bali’s south-western Bukit peninsula resembles the picturesque postcard image of Tanah Lot (the island’s most iconic sea temple) with the splendid backdrop of the sea and sunsets – but with the addition of hordes of grey long-tailed macaques. Pilgrims flock to the temple where the furry denizens are ready to greet them, both with amusing and mischievous antics. Read More...

Location: Jalan Uluwatu, Bukit Peninsula
How to get there: Approach the main Uluwatu Temple site via Jalan Uluwatu.

Uluwatu Temple

Uluwatu is one of nine main temples in Bali, which according to Balinese Hinduism were built to guard the land from southward threats. Its cliff-edge exotic location has made Uluwatu Temple famous and sunset here is truly monumental. Uluwatu Temple is also home to dozens of monkeys - some even consider them sacred. Read More...

Location: 45 minutes from Nusa Dua

Waterbom Bali

Waterbom Bali, located in south Kuta, is Bali’s premier water park. The water park was built in 1993 and now features over 17 exciting rides, slides and water games to suit all ages. Waterbom Bali’s 3.8Ha grounds are packed with leisure facilities set around its slides and pools, with lush tropical gardens providing ample shade.

The numerous choices of slides, from the easy-going to the adrenaline-pumping rides provide a whole day of fun and entertainment for holidaying families, couples and friends. Services and facility upgrades are routine at Waterbom Bali, thus maintaining the level of excitement while continuously complementing its existing features.

Opening Hours: Mon – Sun, 09:00 – 18:00
Location: Jl. Kartika, Tuban
Tel: +62 (0)361 755 676

West Bali National Park

Taman Nasional Bali Barat, or Bali Barat Nasional Park makes up almost the whole of the western tip of Bali, covering an area of over 750sqkm. The park has been made into a conservation area. The park's boundaries include open savannah, dense rainforest, tangles of mangrove swamp, colourful coral reefs and Pulau Menjangan, the famous Deer Island, which is really a small island reserve off the north coast of Bali. The park is a haven for over 300 species of animals and birds, most particularly the endangered jalak or Bali starling. Read More...

Location: On the north western side of Bali

Yeh Pulu

Lying between Petanu and Pakerisan Rivers and just few minutes drive from the Elephant Cave, Yeh Pulu is a 14th century site you shouldn’t miss. It’s an ancient complex of rock carvings of various images of Wayang characters (shadow puppets) and common people, which form a scene of Balinese village life in the early days, and include Lord Ganesha, horsemen, an ascetic, and a seated woman.  Read More...

Location: Near Ubud between Petanu and Pakerisan Rivers, a few minutes drive from the Elephant Cave

Yeh Sanih Freshwater Springs

A spot well known for its waters are the pools of Yeh Sanih. The attractions here are freshwater springs channelled into clean and tempting swimming pools, amid charming garden surroundings.

Opening Hours: 08:00 - 18:00
Location: About 17 kilometres from Singaraja, north of Bali