The Top 10 Things to Do and See in Ubud
Surrounded by rice paddies, famous for its Balinese art and comprised of traditionally intricate architecture, it is no wonder Ubud is renowned as the cultural centre of Bali. Whether you’re an adventurer, a museum fiend or a restaurant lover, Ubud has everything you need and more to get a true sense of Bali’s amazing culture.
Trekking
With a beautiful countryside full of vegetation and heights
to reach which offer a perspective over the distant horizons, Bali is perfect for trekking. Trekking is a
great way to explore surrounding areas of Ubud and the untouched parts of Bali.
Fall in love with the island’s hidden natural features, whether it be rocks,
trees or waterfalls.
to reach which offer a perspective over the distant horizons, Bali is perfect for trekking. Trekking is a
great way to explore surrounding areas of Ubud and the untouched parts of Bali.
Fall in love with the island’s hidden natural features, whether it be rocks,
trees or waterfalls.
Cuisine
The streets of Ubud are lined with reputable restaurants all offering a mix of delicious cuisine, whether this be traditional Indonesian or Western dishes. It’s not hard to discover a gem of an eatery simply by strolling around, but there are a couple of places of note: Located on the Jalan Raya Road, offering a selection of top quality food all day whether you’re looking for a scrumptious and indulgent breakfast of poached eggs with salsa and guacamole, or a late night treat from their patisserie section, Casa Luña is filled with delights. Located a little out of Ubud’s centre is Sari Organik; a picturesque walk up through the rice fields will lead to this wholly organic restaurant. Sip on one of their excellent smoothies whilst soaking up the view.
Marketplace
As home to the best Balinese art, it is no wonder
there’s an abundance of tempting things to purchase in Ubud. The central
marketplace is stacked with stalls offering every type of souvenir people could
desire. With authentic and hand crafted knick-knacks there is something for
everyone, from pottering around the meandering stands picking up trinkets, to
ferociously haggling over a piece of stunning art.
there’s an abundance of tempting things to purchase in Ubud. The central
marketplace is stacked with stalls offering every type of souvenir people could
desire. With authentic and hand crafted knick-knacks there is something for
everyone, from pottering around the meandering stands picking up trinkets, to
ferociously haggling over a piece of stunning art.
Museums
As Bali’s cultural beating heart, Ubud has a range of
intriguing museums to pay a visit to. There are a number of museums exhibiting the history of Indonesian artwith a range of traditional and contemporary content on show. The Agung Rai Museum of Art(ARMA), the Puri Lukisan Museum and the Blanco Renaissance Museum
are all housed in Ubud. Each has its own original collections on display and beautiful
grounds to walk around. There’s plenty to choose from but visiting at least one
is essential for really appreciating Ubud’s soul.
intriguing museums to pay a visit to. There are a number of museums exhibiting the history of Indonesian artwith a range of traditional and contemporary content on show. The Agung Rai Museum of Art(ARMA), the Puri Lukisan Museum and the Blanco Renaissance Museum
are all housed in Ubud. Each has its own original collections on display and beautiful
grounds to walk around. There’s plenty to choose from but visiting at least one
is essential for really appreciating Ubud’s soul.
Yoga
With an inescapable tranquility, Bali is a haven for releasing
tension and leaving anxious thoughts behind. Whatever your preferred method of
relaxation, be it sunbathing by a pool or getting a massage, trying yoga
whilst in Ubud is a must. With a number of drop in classes The Yoga Barn has a lot to offer; classes led by experienced teachers, ayurvedic treatments
and holistic healing all help to find that bit of inner peace.
tension and leaving anxious thoughts behind. Whatever your preferred method of
relaxation, be it sunbathing by a pool or getting a massage, trying yoga
whilst in Ubud is a must. With a number of drop in classes The Yoga Barn has a lot to offer; classes led by experienced teachers, ayurvedic treatments
and holistic healing all help to find that bit of inner peace.
The Yoga Barn, Jalan Raya Pengosekan, Ubud, Kec. Gianyar, Bali, +62 361 971236
Motorbikes
Hiring
a scooter in Ubud is cheap and an excellent mode of transport to the town’s surrounding areas. Available at a number of tourist information points
throughout the town, hiring a scooter facilitates putting together a tailored tour
itinerary. There are plenty of destinations close by to drive to, including waterfalls, coffee plantations and more. If attempting to control a motorbike isn’t
appealing, an Uber can always be ordered as an alternative. Yes, Bali has Uber!
a scooter in Ubud is cheap and an excellent mode of transport to the town’s surrounding areas. Available at a number of tourist information points
throughout the town, hiring a scooter facilitates putting together a tailored tour
itinerary. There are plenty of destinations close by to drive to, including waterfalls, coffee plantations and more. If attempting to control a motorbike isn’t
appealing, an Uber can always be ordered as an alternative. Yes, Bali has Uber!
Goa Gajah temple
Just five kilometers from Ubud’s centre, the Goa Gajah Temple – literally translated
as “Elephant Cave” – is a fascinating landmark. With features dating back to the
11th century, there is plenty of historical interest, particularly the
variation of Hindu and Buddhist influences similar to that of the famous Angkor
temples in Cambodia. As with all temples in Bali, a traditional sarong must be
worn to enter and a respectful atmosphere is retained around the site. With a
river running through, a bathing quarter and a meditation area, this is a
pleasant attraction to visit and takes no longer than an hour to look around.
as “Elephant Cave” – is a fascinating landmark. With features dating back to the
11th century, there is plenty of historical interest, particularly the
variation of Hindu and Buddhist influences similar to that of the famous Angkor
temples in Cambodia. As with all temples in Bali, a traditional sarong must be
worn to enter and a respectful atmosphere is retained around the site. With a
river running through, a bathing quarter and a meditation area, this is a
pleasant attraction to visit and takes no longer than an hour to look around.
Royal Palace
Located centrally, the Royal Palace and Puri Saren Agung catch the eye from the road as travellers pass by. Constructed from red brick, contrasting starkly with darker grey stone all around, the
entire estate has a truly regal feel. The royal family still resides in the
palace and have their own private temple to boot.
In the evenings, traditional Balinese dance performances are put on here
which make for an unforgettable night’s entertainment set against the
impressive building.
entire estate has a truly regal feel. The royal family still resides in the
palace and have their own private temple to boot.
In the evenings, traditional Balinese dance performances are put on here
which make for an unforgettable night’s entertainment set against the
impressive building.
Bars
Ubud’s nightlife is a lot more low-key than some of Bali’s
other tourist destinations, but it still has a few treasured watering holes in
which to revitalise after a day of sightseeing. Bunute restaurant and bar provides live music for an atmospheric mealtime soundtrack, and after you’ve
finished eating you can get up and take a twirl around the dance floor area. Other popular bars include XL Shisha lounge and Café Havana. Sample some of Café Havana’s cocktails and
take a salsa dance class, embrace the exotic feel and let the good times roll.
other tourist destinations, but it still has a few treasured watering holes in
which to revitalise after a day of sightseeing. Bunute restaurant and bar provides live music for an atmospheric mealtime soundtrack, and after you’ve
finished eating you can get up and take a twirl around the dance floor area. Other popular bars include XL Shisha lounge and Café Havana. Sample some of Café Havana’s cocktails and
take a salsa dance class, embrace the exotic feel and let the good times roll.
Setia Darma
Displaying almost 7,000 masks and puppets, the Setia Darma House of Masks and Puppets is a unique gallery. Capturing the
true essence of Bali’s bold and colourful character, the masks here boast exaggerated
features that stand out as recognisable and slightly frightening. If you have a fear
of marionettes and concealed faces this might not be the attraction for you,
but the encapsulating eerie quality of some of the pieces makes the experience that
little bit more exhilarating.
true essence of Bali’s bold and colourful character, the masks here boast exaggerated
features that stand out as recognisable and slightly frightening. If you have a fear
of marionettes and concealed faces this might not be the attraction for you,
but the encapsulating eerie quality of some of the pieces makes the experience that
little bit more exhilarating.
Source: http://theculturetrip.com/
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