At Beachwalk, the newest beachfront mall in Bali
There are many shops with big brand names and lots of bars and restaurants. The mall has an outdoor concept, so you won’t be walking inside a huge air conditioned building, unless you enter the shops. There is also a garden with some benches overlooking the beach where you can relax, enjoy a snack while seeing the sunset in the afternoon. On the 3rd floor you can find a playground for children and a cinema which show the latest box office movies.
Bali Zoo – A Complete Guide to Wildlife Experience in Bali
Bali Zoo is one of the most popular wildlife attractions in Bali, located in Singapadu, Gianyar—just a short drive from Ubud. It is the first zoo on the island and home to more than 600 animals from over 60 species. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Bali Zoo offers visitors a chance to get close to animals in a natural and relaxing environment. What You Can Do at Bali Zoo Bali Zoo is more than just a regular zoo. It offers interactive and unique experiences: These activities make it perfect for families, couples, and even solo travelers looking for something different in Bali. Animals You Can See At Bali Zoo, you can explore a variety of animals from Indonesia and around the world: The zoo is designed with shaded walking paths, making it comfortable even during hot days. Opening Hours & Location It’s best to arrive early in the morning when the weather is cooler and animals are more active. Is Bali Zoo Worth Visiting? Bali Zoo is a great choice if you want: However, some travelers note that certain animal interaction programs may not suit everyone’s preferences, so it’s good to choose activities based on your comfort. Tips Before You Visit Why Use a Private Driver to Visit Bali Zoo? Bali Zoo is only about 20–30 minutes from Ubud, making it perfect for a half-day trip. Using a private driver offers many benefits: You can combine Bali zoo with: Conclusion Bali Zoo is one of the best attractions in Bali for families and animal lovers. With interactive experiences, beautiful surroundings, and easy access from Ubud, it’s a must-visit destination for your Bali trip.
Traditional market in Ubud
The market is divided into two blocks: art market and grocery market. You can find a wide range of goods at the art market, from traditional to contemporary crafts and mostly locally made. The prices are relatively cheap with quite good quality. Most travelers are more interested in visiting the art side, but if you are curious to see a traditional market, come in the morning.
Stunning Tanah Lot temple
Tanah Lot is one of the most stunning sights in Bali. Walk along the coastline and enjoy the view of the magnificent holy temple of Tanah Lot which stands firmly on a huge rock in the midst of the coastal beauty. PRACTICAL INFO: It is best to visit Tanah Lot in the afternoon, around 5-6 pm if you would like to enjoy the beautiful sunset and take some great photos.
Relax at KuDeTa, a beach club overlooking Seminyak beach
KuDeTa is a restaurant, bar and beach club that has a relaxing atmosphere, as well as a “fun and trendy” feel. KuDeTa is situated facing Seminyak beach, so in the afternoon you can sit on one of the comfortable seats on the decks overlooking the beach, have a delicious cocktail, listen to good music while viewing the beautiful sunset. The place has a cozy open-air concept, there are more relaxing outdoor long chairs and beds than indoor seating. It is also surrounded by a green lawn with some coconut trees.
Gigantic statue at Cultural Park
Park with a giant statue of the Hindu God “Vishnu”. The statue is currently unfinished, but it already has a massive size. The park is also famous for its beautiful scenery in the middle of limestone cliffs. The cliff was purposely dug out to make this site, and this makes the place great for concerts and performances because it naturally helps produce great sounds. Balinese dance are performed daily in this park.
Barong Performance in Ubud
Barong is a sacred traditional Balinese dance that tells about the fight between good and evil. In this case the barong which is the good character, will fight the Rangda which is the evil character who can perform black magic. Ubud is one of the best sites to watch the dance because of the tranquil and spiritual vibe of the area which makes the dance feel even more magical. PRACTICAL INFO: The dance is performed at different spots at Ubud every day, so you may need to ask your guide for the schedule.
Maze of pools and fountains at Water Palace in Tirtagangga
A stunning place with large fish ponds decorated by statues, water fountains and stepping stones to hop on throughout the pond. The ponds are surrounded by beautiful gardens. There are also two large pools designated for swimming. The water in the pools flow directly from the natural springs at the area. Enjoy the view, take photos, just sit at the side of the ponds and relax or have a cold swim in the pools. There is a restaurant inside the area that offers good food with great scenery overlooking the water palace.
Magnificent Jatiluwih rice terraces
Bali is famous for its amazing rice terraces, and the rice terrace at Jatiluwih is one of the biggest and most beautiful. You will need to drive up a hill to reach the best viewpoint of Jatiluwih rice terrace. From this point you will see the panoramic view of the vast rice terrace and Batukaru volcano. There is also a nice restaurant at the top of the hill where you can enjoy some refreshments while viewing the scenery. You may be interested to do trekking or have a walk through the rice fields, especially because the area is very quiet and the surrounding atmosphere is cool.
Enjoy romantic dinner at the beach in Jimbaran
Go for candle-light dinner on beach with view of city lights and seafood menu. There are many seafood restaurants along the beach with seatings on the white sand. If you decide to have an early dinner, you can enjoy the fantastic seafood menu while watching the sunset. In the evening, the situation will get more romantic as the city lights start to show and the candles on the tables are lit. Some musicians will usually come by and entertain the visitors with nice music.
