Bali is one of the most popular island destinations in the world, welcoming millions of visitors every year. coined as the Island of the Gods, Bali is brimming with natural wonders, from its mountain ranges to rice terraces to underwater reefs to stunning beaches. This Indonesian gem also has a wealth of cultural attractions, from its traditional crafts to its spiritual temples to its delicious food.
Every corner of this Indonesian island is hemmed, lined, and adorned by fascinating sites, as though the gods took a little bit more time weaving it together.
Here are some of the best places to visit and best things to do in this one-of-a-kind island paradise. Under some items, we also included links to Klook, where you can book tours or entrance tickets.
Important! If you’re booking two or more tours, it’s best to compare the stops first to check if there are repetitive items. You probably wouldn’t like to visit the same spot twice.
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Ubud and central Bali Tour
Uluwatu Temple
Lempuyang temple and east Bali Tour
Bali Instagram Tour
Alas Harum
Ulundanu Berata Temple
Garuda Wisnu Kencana
Tanah lot Temple
Taman Ayun Temple
Sacred Monkey forest Sanctuary
Saraswati Temple
Kuta Beach
Seminyak
Nusa Penida
Jatiluwih Rice Terraces
Pie Susu
Bali Coffee
Di Kubu Strawberry Picking
Balinese Batik
Shopping for Souvenirs
Balinese Cuisine
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Ubud and central Bali Tour
Photos by Glenn Ituriaga and Kara Santos
Ubud is the heart and soul of Bali. Although it has become busier as more tourists flood in over the years, it remains the island’s cultural core. It has a lot to offer: breathtaking scenery, nature, more temples, and a quieter, more traditional atmosphere.
Although it is possible to stay in Ubud, most tourists visit only on a day tour. Klook has a lot of Ubud offers, but the two with the best itineraries are the following: a join-in shuttle service and a private tour package.
JOIN-IN shuttle SERVICE. This is a transportation service (with driver) only. It does NOT include entrance fees to each attraction and hotel pick-up/drop-off. but it will take you to key spots in Ubud.
PRIVATE tour PACKAGE. A private tour that includes hotel pick-up/drop-off, admission fees, and a bottled water. It has two more stops than the join-in shuttle service.
Here are the usual stops.
Tegenungan Waterfall
Tegalalang Rice Terrace (optional jungle swing experience)
Ubud Monkey Forest
Ubud Art Market
Elephant Cave (not included in the join-in shuttle service)
Tirta Empul holy Springs (not included in the join-in shuttle service)
✅ book THE JOIN-IN shuttle service HERE!
✅ book THE private tour HERE!
Uluwatu Temple
Pura Luhur Uluwatu is a Hindu sea temple that sits atop a cliff. It is one of the six key temples that make Bali’s spiritual pillars. The main temple is open only to worshipers. However, visitors are treated to a spectacular view of the sea from outside the temple.
The temple ground is visited by monkeys dwelling in the forest that surrounds it. These monkeys are known to snatch things from visitors so take care of your belongings, especially your accessories like sunglasses. There’s a cliffside pathway also that gives visitors different viewing points of the Indian Ocean, the tides, and the sunset. You need to wear sarong and sash to enter the temple ground. These are provided at the temple for free. the best time to go is early afternoon, just before the crowd thickens, as it is one of the best places to see the sunset on the island. In fact, the famous Kecak Dance, a Balinese art form, is performed daily starting at dusk, affording the audience to watch two beautiful masterpieces — the dance and the sunset.
At around 6 PM, Kecak (pronounced “ke-chak”) dance is performed daily on a cliffside open-air venue within the temple grounds of Uluwatu Temple. It is based on the epic Ramayana, focusing on how Rama and his brother rescued his abducted wife, Sita, with the help of the monkey king and his troops.
Kecak dance is characterized by the chanting and dancing of 75 men while the performers re-enact some of the scenes from the epic tale. It is recommended to go there early at least an hour ahead to secure a good spot. You can purchase your ticket in advance too.
Admission Fee: IDR 30,000
Kecak dance Fee: IDR 100,000
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM; 24/7 for worshipers
Kecak dance Schedule: Starts at 6:00 PM daily
Location: Uluwatu Temple, Pecatu, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali
Lines can be too long. but you can book your ticket in advance through Klook. You can also join a tour which includes a Kecak dance ticket via Klook. The tour package includes roundtrip transfers (hotel pick up and drop off) and tour driver.
✅ get KECAK dance TICKET ONLY!
✅ book ULUWATU tour + KECAK dance TICKET!
Lempuyang temple and east Bali Tal nostru
Lempuyang temple has been a favorite among Instagrammers because of its iconic gate of Heaven, which frames the majestic Mt. Agung in the background. but this temple, more formally called Pura Penataran Agung Lempuyang, is definitely more than just a selfie spot. Standing on the slope of mount Lempuyang, it is one of the six holiest places in Bali, which are believed to maintain the spiritual balance in the island.
If you want to take the photo at the gate of Heaven, prepare to wait for a long time, unless you’re visiting early. You can book a private SUNRISE tour on Klook, which also includes a stop at Virgin beach and Asah Hill. Sunset tour is also available.
If you’re not the early morning type, you can also book a regular DAY tour with stops at Tirta Gangga and Taman Ujung water palaces. Join-in and private options are available for this.
Important! If you’re also going to book the BALI INSTAGRAM tour (see next item), these tours might feel repetitive because they both make a stop at Lempuyang Temple. It’s best to choose just one.
✅ book A SUNRISE/SUNSET TOUR!
✅ book regular DAY TOUR!
Bali Instagram Tour
Image provided by Klook
For Instagrammers, Bali is a gift that keeps on giving. Every corner is bursting with IG-worthy attractions.
Klook offers an Instagram tour, which lets you see and be photographed at the island’s most picturesque spots. You will be joined by an experienced photographer who knows the best spots and angles! The tour package includes hotel pickup and drop-off, English-speaking driver, entrance fees, parking fees, and service fee for the photographer. You can choose between BALI IG TOUR, NORTH BALI IG TOUR, and UBUD IG TOUR.
That said, please take some time to appreciate the attractions that you will visit fully by learning more about them. At the end of the day, Bali is rich in culture and history, and is definitely more than just a backdrop.
✅ check itinerary or RESERVE A SLOT HERE!
Alas Harum
Photos by Glenn Ituriaga and Kara Santos
The town of Ubud is hemmed by dense forest and rice paddies. aside from being the cultural and art center of Bali, incorporating agriculture in tourism has become popular in the central region. Alas Harum is one of those places that promote agro-tourism. The place offers coffee experience — coffee testing and coffee store — and extreme activities.
The super extreme swing took my breath away! There are three types of swings: super extreme swing, super swing, and couple swing. other activities are flying fox and sky bike. Note: as of writing, flying fox (zip line) is under maintenance. If you want to try the swing, you will be strapped in safety harness so it’s better to wear pants or shorts. For photo aesthetic, you can rent a wrap-around train skirt or wear kimono-type outerwear.
Aside from the adrenaline-pumping activities, the whole place has various Instagram-ready spots.
Admission Fee: IDR 50,000/pax
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Other Services: IDR 150,000/pax (Extreme Swing); IDR 200,000/pax (Super extreme Swing); IDR 300,000/couple (Couple Swing); IDR 150,000/pax (Sky Bike); IDR 300,000/couple (Couple sky Bike)
Location: Jalan Raya Tegallalang, Tegallalang District, Gianyar Regency, Bali
You can combine Monkey Forest, Alas Harum, and Tegalalang Rice Terraces in a day trip through Klook. This includes roundtrip transfers to/from Kuta.
✅ book THIS tour HERE!
Ulundanu Berata Temple
Photos by Kara Santos
Located on the shores of Lake Bratan in Tabanan, Pura Ulun Danu Bratan (or simply Pura Bratan) is a major Hindu Shaivite water temple. just like the other water temples Uluwatu and Tanah Lot, Ulun Danu Beratan offers a dreamy tableau when the tide is high and the lake water borders the temple on all sides. The usually foggy Bedugul mountain range gives it a mystic vibe. but unlike the two sea temples that are characterized by roaring waves, Pura Bratan is a picture of calmness and serenity.
Aside from admiring the temple, you can also appreciate the garden and the beautiful blooms dotting the temple grounds. There are also areas that are perfect for photo sessions. If you want to go beyond the temple grounds, you can rent a speedboat or paddleboat to explore the lake.
Admission Fee: IDR 50,000 (Adult); IDR 25,000 (Child)
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; 24/7 for worshipers
Other Services: IDR 35,000/30mins (Water Duck Bike, 2 pax); IDR 75,000/30mins (Paddleboat, 5 pax); IDR 150,000/round (Speedboat, 5 pax)
Location: Danau Beratan, Candikuning, Baturiti, Tabanan Regency, Bali
If you want to visit Ulundanu Berata and see the sunset at Tanah Lot, Klook is offering a tour (private or join in) that has them in the itinerary. You will also get to visit a UNESCO cultural Heritage site — Jatiluwih Rice Terraces.
✅ book YOUR SLOT HERE
Garuda Wisnu Kencana
This vast cultural park, simply called GWK, is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu and his mythical mount Garuda. The development of other facilities and attractionsÎn interiorul parcului este încă în curs de desfășurare, dar vizitatorii vor fi tratați în continuare la minuni arhitecturale, cum ar fi cea mai proeminentă statuie din parc – statuia Garuda Wisnu Kencana.
Fotografii de către Asta Alvarez și Kara Santos
Statuia gigantică a lui Vishnu cu Garuda este proiectată de Nyoman Nuarta și a fost finalizată în iulie 2018 și a fost lansată în luna septembrie a aceluiași an. În creștere la 121 de metri, este de aproximativ 30 de metri mai înalți decât statuia libertății. Capodopeța este așezată într-o clădire care este planificată să găzduiască un muzeu, un restaurant și o galerie de vizionare.
Parcul este imens, aproximativ 60 de hectare. Dacă sunteți apăsat pentru timp sau dacă doriți doar experiența, puteți închiria o bicicletă sau puteți călări un cartuș de golf. Sunt disponibile, de asemenea, scutere electronice și segale.
Taxa de admitere a parcului: IDR 110.000-125.000
Creșterea statuia GWK: IDR 150.000
Orele de funcționare: 8:00 – 9:00
Alte servicii: IDR 20.000 / HR (chiria pentru biciclete); IDR 60.000 / 30mins (chiria e-scooter); IDR 60.000 / 15min (chiria segway)
Locație: Jalan Raya Uluwatu, Ungasan, Kuta Selatan, Badung Regency, Bali
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Tanah Lot Temple
Tanah lot înseamnă “teren în mare”. Templul este așezat pe un insulă, la 300 de metri de coasta lui Beraban, Kederi în Tabanan. Lotul Pura Tanah este una dintre cele mai iconice imagini din Bali. De asemenea, se spune că este cea mai fotografiată. Este considerat foarte mult, fiind unul dintre cele șapte temple maritime care îi dau pe coasta OB Bali, în special coasta de sud-vest. Templul este deschis numai la închinători, dar vizitatorii se pot bucura de setarea pitorească a templului.
La fel ca Templul Uluwatu, se confruntă cu Oceanul Indian, oferind o vedere uluitoare asupra apusului de soare. O mulțime de turiști se rostogolesc în acest timp. Cel mai pașnic timp de a merge este devreme dimineața și în timpul mareelor. La maree, puteți să vă apropiați de templu și să strângeți niște fotografii, du-te la Sfânta Spring, și vedeți șarpele sfânt (șerpi de mare). Străzile care duc la templu sunt căptușite cu magazine și restaurante de suveniruri.
Taxă de admitere: IDR 60.000 (adulți); IDR 30.000 (Copil)
Orele de program: 7:00 – 19:00
Locație: Beraban, Kediri, Tabanan Regency, Bali
Dacă doriți să vizualizați apusul soarelui la Tanah Lot, vă puteți alătura unui tur de grup care include transferuri Roundtrip (Hotel Ridicați și renunțați). În afară de Tanah Lot, veți opri templul Taman Ayun și alasă Kedaton.
✅ Rezervați acest turneu
Templul Taman Ayun
Pura Taman Ayun este unul dintre cele mai populare temple din Bali. Localnicii și turiștii străini sunt atrași de colecția de temple frumoase marcate de caracteristicile apei. Taman Ayun înseamnă “Templul grădinii în apă”. Moștenirea vie a Imperiului Mengwi, acest templu de familie este, de asemenea, unul dintre cele șase temple regale din Bali.
Taxa de admitere: IDR 20.000
Orele de program: 9:00 – 17:00 (zilnic)
Locație: Jalan Ayodya nr.10, Mengwi, Mengwi, Badung Regency, Bali
Dacă doriți să includeți templul Taman Ayun, terasele de orez Jatiluwih, Templul Ulun Danu Berattan și Tanah Lot în itinerarul de călătorie, KLOok oferă un pachet care acoperă toate acestea, inclusiv un ghid turistic și transferuri de rotunjire.
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Sanctuar de pădure de maimuță sacru
Acesta este un sanctuar natural de pădure și habitatul natural de peste 1000 de maimuțe cu coadă de lungă durată din Ubud, Bali (în aprilie 2019). Aceste maimuțe sunt împărțite în 7 trupe diferite: grup de temple, Grupul Selatan, Grupul Cimitir, Grupul Forest, Grupul Central, Grupul Michelin și Grupul de Est. Se plimbau liber și nu sunt agresivi atâta timp cât nu le provoacă sau nu le declanșează. Evitați să le atingeți, oferind contact cu ochii direcți și deplasarea bruscă; ei ar putea interpreta aceste acțiuni ca o provocare sau o amenințare.
Pura Dalem Agung este unul dintre cele trei temple hinduse din interiorul sanctuarului. Este templul principal. Celelalte două sunt Pura Beji și Pura Prajapati. Sanctuarul pădure este foarte accesibil, deoarece este situat în apropierea centrului orașului.
Taxa de admitere: IDR 80.000 (