THINGS TO DO

Things To See and Do in Bali

Batubulan, home to a number of stone carvers and famous for its excellent dance and theatrical performances.
The mountain resort of Bedugul with its Ulun Danu, a temple which seems to rise out of the lake. It is also famous for its water sports.
Pura Besakih, over a thousand years old and is known as the Mother Temple of Bali, the biggest and holiest of all Balinese temples.
Celuk, famous for its silver and gold jewelry works.
Goa Gajah, a cave temple believed to be built as a monastery.
Goa Lawah, where thousands of bats make the roof of the cave their homes. Its entrances are guarded by a temple believed to be found by a sage nine centuries ago.
The villages of Kintamani and Penelokan, gives a view of the active Mount Batur and its lake where boats can be rented to cross over to Trunyan, an ancient village in Bali
Klungkung, the oldest Javanese Hindu Kingdom in Bali.
Kuta, the tourist mecca of Bali famous for its sunset, shops of all varieties and its nightlife.
Nusa Dua, famous for its most beautiful and luxurious hotels in Bali.
Sangeh, the sacred monkey forest.
Tampak Siring, the temple and its two bathing places which the spring water has curative powers. Regular purification ceremonies take place here.
Tanah Lot, one of Bali's most important sea temples, built on top of a huge rock, surrounded by sea.
Ubud, the art center of Bali, famous for its collection of Balinese paintings and scenery of rice fields

Banyan Tree Bike Tours , Ubud

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#1 of 28 attractions in Ubud

Attraction type: Tour

Traveler Reviews:

Mar 30, 2009 "Best activity in Ubud"
Mar 18, 2009 "Must do in Ubud"
Feb 27, 2009 "Best tour to learn about the culture"

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#2 of 28 attractions in Ubud

This tour is designed for travelers who seek to go deep into Bali's Countryside and witness first hand the daily life of rural rice farmers and craftsmen.

Attraction type: Biking trail (road); Neighborhood; Tour

Traveler Reviews:

Mar 16, 2009 "comfortable downhill bikeride in rural setting."
Mar 12, 2009 "Rolling down the mountain"
Feb 7, 2009 "A MUST DO in Bali"

SANG Spa , Ubud

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#3 of 28 attractions in Ubud

Body Scrub in the beautiful spa room, the spa is immaculately clean, the natural Balinese decor is attractive, and the massage is divine. The expert staff seemed highly educated in the musculature of the body can do sports and therapeutic massage. The huge stone tubs are gorgeous and unique.

Attraction type: Spa

Traveler Reviews:

Feb 24, 2009 "Amazing luxury"
Feb 23, 2009 "No frills, difficult to find place with average masseuse"
Feb 19, 2009 "Our wonderful SANg Spa Experience!"

C. Bali , Kintamani

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#1 of 4 attractions in Kintamani

Cycling and Canoeing Tours on Lake Batur. 1 day, 1 & 2 night tours, all transport, meals, tea/coffee/soft drink, water and accommodation included. Cycle around Lake Batur, canoe on Lake Batur, soak in the Hot Springs. Meet the locals, see real village life.

Attraction type: Group tour/boat; Biking trail (mountain)

Traveler Reviews:

Mar 27, 2009 "One of Bali's best kept secrets"
Mar 22, 2009 "A must do for everyone visiting Bali"
Feb 3, 2009 "A Must Do!!!!"

Waterbom , Kuta

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#1 of 8 attractions in Kuta

If you have children this is a must do in Bali. The Waterbom waterpark is a great day's entertainment for all ages. It is very cheap by western standards and if you are in Bali long enough, buy a...

Attraction type: Water park

Traveler Reviews:

Feb 4, 2009 "Waterbom - Great slides, gardens and food!"
Jan 30, 2009 "Great place for families and couples!"
Sep 11, 2008 "You Dont Have To Be a Kid To Have Fun!"

Pura Tanah Lot , Canggu

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#1 of 1 attractions in Canggu

This sacred temple perched on the shore is aptly named, as "tanah" means earth and "lot" means sea.

Attraction type: Religious site; Landmark/point of interest

Traveler Reviews:

Mar 25, 2009 "Great place for photo-taking - go during sunset!"
Jul 2, 2008 "One of the highlights of our trip..."
May 8, 2008 "Wow"

West Bali National Park (Taman Nasional Bali) , Bali

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#1 of 98 attractions in Bali

Over 65,000 acres of land and water provide tourists with excellent trekking, birdwatching and diving.

Attraction type: National park

Traveler Reviews:

Jul 7, 2008 "Alternative Tourist Destination in Bali"
Jan 15, 2008 "The Place for Wildlifein Bali"

Mt. Batur , Kintamani

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#2 of 4 attractions in Kintamani

Attraction type: Mountain; Volcano

Traveler Reviews:

Mar 16, 2009 "Only an average view from the rim"
Dec 27, 2008 "Great views"
Dec 2, 2008 "Wonderful Batur"

Nur Salon , Ubud

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#4 of 28 attractions in Ubud

Attraction type: Spa

Traveler Reviews:

Mar 18, 2009 "Wonderful massages"
Oct 26, 2008 "A real massage"
Oct 12, 2008 "Made-2"

Pasar Ubud , Gianyar

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#1 of 7 attractions in Gianyar

Attraction type: Flea/street market

Traveler Reviews:

Mar 14, 2009 "Hundreds of local food vendors"
Feb 28, 2009 "Inexpensive fruits and vegtables"
Feb 27, 2009 "Traditional Balinese Market"

Lake Batur (Danau Batur) , Kintamani

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#3 of 4 attractions in Kintamani

This crystal clear lake, some 65 meters deep, was formed by an ancient volcanic eruption.

Attraction type: Lake; Mountain

Traveler Reviews:

Jul 22, 2008 "You must visit - make sure you drive down to the Lake"
Jun 29, 2008 "Beautiful view"
Jun 10, 2008 "incredible landscapes off the tourist trail"

Muji Family Painting Studio , Gianyar

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#2 of 7 attractions in Gianyar

Attraction type: Art gallery

Traveler Reviews:

Oct 5, 2008 "Wide variety of quality, great find in Ubud"
Aug 12, 2007 "Good quality and variety of Balinese paintings"

Plaza Bali , Kuta

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#2 of 8 attractions in Kuta

Traveler Reviews:

Mar 2, 2009 "Giant Mall"

Nirwana Bali Golf Club , Tabanan

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating:

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#1 of 1 attractions in Tabanan

Traveler Reviews:

Mar 12, 2009 "Excellent Course"

Legian Beach , Kuta

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#3 of 8 attractions in Kuta

Named after the Balinese word for "sweet and pleasant," Legian Beach is a popular destination for sun worship and water sports.

Attraction type: Beach

Traveler Reviews:

Feb 18, 2009 "California style party beach"

Nusa Dua Beach , Nusa Dua

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#2 of 6 attractions in Nusa Dua

Attraction type: Beach

Traveler Reviews:

Feb 15, 2009 "Pantai Mengiat - Best White Sand Beach on Bali."

Pasifika Museum , Nusa Dua

TripAdvisor Popularity Index: ^#3 of 6 attractions in Nusa Dua

Pasifika, in Nusa Dua is a wonderful museum about art in Asia and Pacific. With 11 pavilions represented: Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, French artists in Indonesia, Indo-European artists, Temporary Exhibition, Indochina, Polynesian, Pacific, Tapa and Asia, this museum owns one of the most beautiful collection of Indonesian art. Paintings of Theo Meier, Donald Friend,Arie Smit,Made Wianta, J. Le Mayeur de Mepres. Price of the visit: 60 000 Rp (around 10 US Dollars).

Attraction type: Museum

Traveler Reviews:

Jan 28, 2009 "Marvelous museum!"

VILLA PARADISE

ISLAND OF THE GODS

Banyan Tree Bike Tours , Ubud