Ubud is a traditional Balinese Hindu village and is known as the island’s artistic, cultural and spiritual heart. See typical Indonesian paintings, watch Balinese dancers, join a cooking class or revitalize with health treatments.Explore Ubud on foot, bicycle or motorbike. Alternatively, hire a local guide who will point out the highlights. After your tour, shop for souvenirs along Jalan Raya and Dewi Sita, two of the main roads. At sunset, play badminton with the locals. Then, head to the ornate Puri Saren Palace, opposite the tourist center on Jalan Raya, where dancers delight the crowds with a different performance each night.Ubud is home to some of the finest art galleries in Bali. These galleries include the Neka Art Museum and the Museum Puri Lukisan. Don’t miss the chance to visit the extraordinary Don Antonio Blanco Museum, created by the “Dali of Bali” himself. At the Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA), browse paintings done in the classical Balinese artistic style of Kamasan, learn how to dye fabric using the batik method, and see musicians perform.Those who are into pampering and alternative healing will love Ubud’s health retreats. Join yoga sessions, enjoy rejuvenating body treatments and partake in cooking classes. Try something from the menu at a juice bar or at cafés and restaurants specializing in raw food and vegan cooking. Visit the many temples of Ubud to see the spiritual side of this part of Bali. Walk through a stone mouth to reach Goa Gajah, the mysterious Elephant Cave. Meet the macaques that live around temple complex in the Ubud Monkey Forest.To enjoy the lush countryside, kayak on the Ayung River, hike along the Campuhan Ridge or book an elephant safari.Ubud is located in central Bali. The village has accommodation for all budgets, both near the town center and in the countryside. Denpasar International Airport is about an hour away by car and taxis have fixed rates.Come to Ubud to immerse yourself in the Balinese way of life and enjoy the tranquility of the countryside.
Ubud
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Where to stay in Ubud

Ubud City-Centre
Ubud City-Centre is known for its spectacular forests, and you can see some sights in the area like Ubud Monkey Forest and Ubud Traditional Art Market.

Pengosekan
Travelers come to Pengosekan for its forests, and you can see top attractions like Agung Rai Museum of Art and Ubud Monkey Forest while you're in town.

Nyuh Kuning
While visiting Nyuh Kuning, you might make a stop by sights like Ubud Monkey Forest and Pura Dalem Agung Padangtegal.

Sambahan
Spas, river views, and forests are some highlights of Sambahan. You might stop by Aloha Ubud Swing or Jungle Swing while you're in the area.

Kutuh Kaja
While Kutuh Kaja isn't home to many top sights, Threads of Life Indonesian Textile Arts Center and Saraswati Temple are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kutuh Kelod
While Kutuh Kelod might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ubud Traditional Art Market and Saraswati Temple.

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Popular places to visit

Ubud Monkey Forest
Enter a dense rain forest full of banyan trees and flowing streams to visit ancient Hindu temples and baths and see agile macaques swing in the treetops.

Ubud Palace
After visiting Ubud Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ubud. Make time for the spas and biking trails in this culturally rich area.

Ubud Traditional Art Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Ubud Traditional Art Market during your trip to Ubud. Amble around this culturally rich area's lush forest, or seek out the biking trails.

Pura Dalem Ubud
You can learn about the history of Ubud with a stop at Pura Dalem Ubud. Visit the spas and temples in this culturally rich area.

Saraswati Temple
You can learn about the history of Ubud with a stop at Saraswati Temple. Make time for the temples and biking trails in this culturally rich area.

Goa Gajah
This mysterious place just outside of Ubud houses a Hindu temple, statues, ponds and fountains from a time gone by.
Things to do

Bali ATV Quad Bike Through Tunnel, Waterfall, White Water Rafting

Bali: Swing with Falls, Rice Terrace, & Monkey Forest Option

Ubud: Floating Breakfast and Hot Air Balloon Experience

Bali: Blue Lagoon Snorkeling & Waterfall Tour with Lunch

Kuber ATV Quad Bike & Ayung River Water Rafting, Ubud

Ubud: Half-Day Zipline and Jungle Swing Adventure
Reviews of Ubud
4/5 - Good
I find the people to be warm and welcoming. I enjoy this culture, their food and hospitality. We had a spa day, a shopping day, a half day at a temple another half day at the monkey forest, we ate at amazing restaurant. We also took a cooking class
5/5 - Excellent
Beware of the monkeys. And street vendors selling grocery store items for a 600% mark-up.
3/5 - Okay
kind of westernized. Seems to be very popular for young adults
5/5 - Excellent
This is the perfect place to learn more about the culture of Bali.
4/5 - Good
UBUD was more metropolitan and busier than i expected. I wanted a serene countryside but it is definitely a busy city that has been discovered by many people. It is no longer a secret.
5/5 - Excellent
Excellent if you love nature and waterfalls. Do get a bike because you are gonna need it to move around
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