Ubud is the center of art, cultural traditions, and natural beauty of the countryside in the form of rice fields that are still maintained and sustainably managed by Subak. This organization specifically manages agricultural irrigation in each region. Sustainable and natural scenery will indulge the eyes when visiting Ubud, Bali. Put on the first list of places to visit, Ubud is very suitable for people of all ages with a wide range of financial statuses. Both are for solo travelers, backpackers, vacations with family, or couples. The facilities, such as lodging, dining, and transportation, give you the flexibility to explore exciting places while staying in Ubud. These are the top 12 places in Ubud you should know.
12 Popular Travel Destinations in Ubud.
1. Tegalalang Rice Fields Terrace
Nature attractions are the most loved by travelers. The scenery of rice fields made Tegalalang an iconic destination with a refreshing natural view and most travelers put first this place on draft of Ubud tour. Operating hours if you want to visit are from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. There are several access points to the Tegalalang rice terraces. The first is the main gate entrance ticket per person is IDR 25,000, the Pakudui Tegalalang entrance ticket is IDR 10,000 per person, and the Uma Ceking entrance ticket is IDR 50,000 per person.
The entrance of this tourist attraction is next to each other, but the ticket price varies due to its different features. You can experience a traditional farmer who they are to plow the fields or plant rice and take some photo documentation with them. A donation for the farmer is appreciated. Or for those who want to rent a dress to get a good photo with a background view of terraced rice fields.
2. Campuhan Ridge Walk
The Campuhan Ridge Walk is great for outdoor adventurers and offers stunning hills and valleys with greenery surrounding the trail. The trekking paths have been concreted and the grassy landscape. You will feel positive energy as long as on the trekk. To get a good sphotograph it is recommended to visit Campuhan Ridge Walk at 6:00 in the morning to catch the sunrise moments.
To enter the tourist site, tourists are not charged an entrance fee, but transportation usually only pays for vehicle parking starting from IDR 2000 for 2-wheeled vehicles and IDR 5,000 for 4-wheeled vehicles.
3. Kanto Lampo Waterfall
A cascading waterfall with water flowing into a natural pool located in Beng village, Gianyar is one of Bali’s quiet waterfalls where the water flows through rocky cliffs that protrude from one another so that the water does not fall directly to the river. The spring of this waterfall is from the irrigation canals of farmers’ rice fields and some soil water that flows into the riverbed. Around the waterfall, there are green trees, and it is very suitable as a place to take pictures.
To get a good photo, we recommend wearing a bikini standing on the stone or any pose under the waterfall. If you plan to visit this location, please provide a change of clothes as a substitute. To reach the waterfall, you need to go through concrete steps to get there. The entrance fee to the attraction is IDR 10,000 per person.
4. Monkey Forest Temple
Another attraction that should be included in your Ubud vacation itinerary is visiting a sacred temple called Monkey Forest Temple. The temple is surrounded by natural forest and inhabited by hundreds of long-tailed macaques. While visiting the temple, travelers are recommended to be accompanied by a tour guide to avoid sudden monkey attacks. Keep in mind to avoid unwanted things.
Entrance ticket enforcement is base on weekdays, which are:
Weekdays are subject to an entrance fee of IDR 80,000 per person
Weekend subject to an entrance fee of IDR 100,000 per person
5. Pura Taman Saraswati
Taman Saraswati Temple is located in Ubud on the middle side. Before entering the main area of the temple, there is a lotus pond. This temple is also known as Taman Kemuda Saraswati Temple, dedicated to the worship of Dewi Saraswati, the Goddess of Lord Brahma, who is sanctified by Hindus in Bali. Situated in the heart of Ubud, travelers have no difficulty reaching the temple. On certain days, there are dance performances at 7:30 pm.
If you are interested in watching the dance performance, each guest needs to pay for an entrance ticket of IDR 100,000 per person.
6. Goa Gajah
Goa Gajah Temple (Elephant Cave Ubud) is an ancient cave with ancient reliefs. Entering the cave area are inscriptions of Lingga and Yoni, which are symbols of Lord Shiva and the statue of Lord Ganesha. In Hindu stories, Lord Ganesha is the son of Lord Shiva and Dewi Parwati. Located in Bedulu Village, Travelers need to pay an entrance ticket of IDR 50,000 per person and a parking ticket for 4-wheeled vehicles is IDR 5,000.
7. Tirta Empul Temple
One of the holy temples dedicated to Lord Indra is Tirta Empul Temple, located in Tegalalang Village, Ubud. Around the temple, there are holy water pools derived from pristine springs. On the other side of the temple, there is a sacred pond intended for residents who want to request self-cleansing called melukat. Melukat is a ceremony to cleanse the mind and body with holy water. The entrance ticket to Tirta Empul temple is IDR 50,000 per person.
8. Ubud Royal Palace
Ubud Royal Palace, or Puri Saren Agung Ubud, is a heritage of the Ubud Kingdom in the ancient period. Traditional building architecture with carvings and sculptures typical of the Mahabharata and Ramayana stories on the walls. There is no entrance fee for tourists, if you want to watch traditional Legong dance and barong dance performances, you will be charged an entrance fee of IDR 100,000 per person.
9. Museum Puri Lukisan
Puri Lukisan Museum is located in Ubud. The museum has a collection of many different paintings made by famous Balinese artists. For the entrance ticket fee, each tourist is charged IDR 75,000 per person.
10. Celuk Village
Another tourist destination around Ubud is Celuk Village; the majority of villagers are silver craftsmen. Silver handicrafts such as rings, necklaces, and other jewelry are identical to Balinese ornaments. Tourists who are interested in taking part in a short course class in making silver jewelry crafts for 2-3 hours are available and need to pay with ranges from $50 to $70.00 per person.
11. Batuan Temple
Batuan Temple is one of the temples located in Batuan Village, Gianyar, which has a high interest of tourists to visit. It is popular among tourists because it is 1000 years old since it was founded in 944 Saka or 1022 AD during the reign of the kingdom led by King Sri Aji Udayana Darma Warmadewa, initiated by Ida Bhagawan Mpu Kuturan to unite the community from divisions due to differences in religious sects.
Batuan Temple, or in the local language called Pura Puseh, is part of the Tri Kahyangan dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu. Tourists who wish to visit are charged an entrance fee of IDR 30,000 per person.
12. Tegenungan Waterfall
Tegenungan Waterfall is also known as Blangsinga Waterfall by the local community and is one of the most famous waterfalls among tourists. The water flow comes from one of the rivers named Petanu River and is the longest river in Bali, after two other largest rivers, namely the Ayung River and Telaga Waja River.
The Petanu Hulu flows from the top of Mount Batur in Kintamani and flows to the villages of Tampaksiring, Ubud, and Blahbatuh. The length of the Petanu River is about 46.96 km. The entrance ticket to the waterfall location is IDR 20,000 per person.
2 Art Shopping Center in Ubud
1. Ubud Art Market
Ubud Art Market is the center of various handicrafts and souvenirs in Ubud. The market offers handmade crafts from local craftsmen. The souvenirs available are paintings, carvings, and handicrafts. Not only that, there are culinary stands and various fruits from the agriculture of the island of Bali.
2. Pasar Seni Sukawati
One of the shopping destinations is Sukawati Art Market. In the market area, there is a wide variety of handicrafts from the local community, ranging from fabric crafts, paintings from local artists, sculptures and carving art from wood, jewelry made from silver, and many other crafts that are ready to buy in this art market.
Now you know the most famous vacation spot, now let’s talk about Balinese culinary places in Ubud.
6 Highly Flavored Traditional Culinary in Ubud
1. Nasi Ayam Kedewatan Bu Mangku
Located in Kedewatan Village, Ubud, Nasi Ayam Kedewatan Bu Mangku is the most visited by many tourists. The main menu is Ayam Betutu and fried chicken. This warung was designed in the area of a Balinese-style residential house. The clean and quiet place can be used as a culinary stopover to enjoy lunch when traveling in Ubud. The price per serving is IDR 25,000.00. Make sure to order for your children, and request a menu with no spicy.
2. Warung Makan Bu Rus
By utilizing the courtyard area and terrace of the house in Balinese style, Warung Makan Bu Rus provides a variety of food menus, including processed pork, chicken, Balinese-style mixed rice, chicken soup, Chinese food such as fried rice, fried noodles, and there is also a crispy fried duck menu. The distance of Warung Bu Rus from Ubud Royal Palace is about +/- 200 m.
3. Kedaton Restaurant
Located in Pengosekan Village, Ubud, Kedaton Restaurant serves traditional Balinese menu dishes in an open environment. Customers can choose from the menu. Prices vary from IDR 25,000 to IDR 50,000. This warung is suitable for travelers who do not consume pork.
4. Laka Leke Resto
A beautiful setting, Laka Leke Resto provides comfort for culinary connoisseurs. The neatly arranged and shady garden and the view of rice fields from the dining table make the atmosphere more comfortable and calm when enjoying a meal at this shop. The main menu is fried duck and chicken mixed rice. This restaurant is suitable for tourists who do not consume processed pork. If coming from Ubud Art Market, the distance to Laka Leke Resto is +/- 4.5 km.
5. Murni’s Warung
A restaurant that provides a variety of pork, chicken, and Chinese food is worth a try when visiting Ubud. The restaurant is designed with a beautiful landscape of lush tropical green gardens. The location is close to Campuhan Ridge Walk, which is about +15 m.
6. Warung Makan Teges
This dining place also adopts a courtyard house with a Balinese-style house building, providing a variety of processed dishes such as pork ribs and chicken meat. Typical of traditional Balinese mixed cuisine. The location of the food stall is only +4 km from Campuhan Ridge Walk.
Conclusion: Popular Travel Destinations in Ubud
Every guest can have an amazing time in Ubud, which has lush landscapes, a bustling art scene, and a rich culture. Everyone can find something to enjoy in Ubud, from beautiful artwork and nature to spiritual experiences and traditional culinary tours rich in spice flavors. Take time to explore popular tourist destinations as you organize your trip, and always respect the traditions of the areas you visit. Create the experience of a lifetime as you interact with nature and the local people in Ubud.
