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The mere mention of Bali evokes thoughts of a paradise. It's more than a place; it's a mood, an aspiration, a tropical state of mind.
Attractions
Must-see attractions for your itinerary
Central Mountains
Newly developed as a tourist attraction in early 2018, the falls here are among the best on Bali. It’s about a 20-minute walk from the car park; a 500m…
Ubud
If you only visit one museum in Ubud, make it this one. Founder Agung Rai built his fortune selling Balinese artwork to foreigners in the 1970s, and…
Singaraja
Sitting 18km southeast of Singaraja, some six or seven separate waterfalls – all fed by upland streams – pour up to 80m over cliffs in a verdant bamboo…
East Bali
Perched nearly 1000m up the side of Gunung Agung, this is Bali's most important Hindu temple. The site encompasses 23 separate but related temples, with…
Bukit Peninsula
This important temple is perched precipitously on the southwestern tip of the peninsula, atop sheer cliffs that drop straight into the ceaseless surf…
Ubud
Offering an excellent introduction to Balinese art, the top-notch collection is displayed in a series of pavilions and halls. Don't miss the multiroom…
West Bali
Don't miss one of the top temples on Bali, a serene place of enveloping calm. The huge royal water temple of Pura Taman Ayun, surrounded by a wide,…
East Bali
Built when the Dewa Agung dynasty moved here in 1710, this palace compound was laid out as a large square, believed to be in the form of a mandala, with…
Attractions
Top picks from our travel experts
Sanur
With sun lounges, a swimming pool, a restaurant, bar and table tennis on-site, you could happily spend an entire day here by the beach. Check the club's…
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Ubud
Waters from the temple at the rear of this site feed the pond in the front, which overflows with pretty lotus blossoms. There are carvings that honour…
Ubud
The large Ubud Market is your one-stop shop for kitschy souvenirs, clothing and presents for back home. It's inside a large complex; stallholders set up…
Ubud
This old temple, which sits on a jutting rock at the confluence of two tributaries of Sungai Cerik (campuan means 'two rivers'), has recently benefited…
Ubud
Every evening beginning after 5pm, up to 20,000 big herons fly in to Petulu, a village about 2.5km north of Jl Raya Ubud, squabbling over the prime…
Sanur
This market sells fresh vegetables, dried fish, pungent spices, various household goods and many tempting Balinese meals.
Planning Tools
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Transportation
Bali is relatively small, but it can take a long time to travel around. Here are the best ways to get around on the “island of the gods.”
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From admiring the sunset to seeing traditional artisans in action, many of Bali's most amazing experiences are free of charge. Here's our pick of the best.
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A growing number of travelers are booking family holidays on the island of Bali. Here are the best things to do there with kids.
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Driving in Bali is not for the faint-hearted, but it offers ample rewards. Try these top road trips for a taste of Bali's beaches, jungles and mountains.
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