Ubud Travel Guide

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Pro

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  Relaxed, colourful, amazing rice fields and good food 


Con

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  Lots of tourists and hustling-after travelling in Indonesia you get use to touts. 


In a nutshell

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  still charm and enchanting :) 

 

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Things to Do  

Legong and Barong Dance

Legong and Barong Dance, Ubud

 theo1006 Says:  We have been in Ubud several times and each time attended a dance performance if possible. Most days of the week there is a performance in the evening, each day different and at a different venue. Tickets may be obtained at the venue, or from street sellers. As long as the... 

Temples in and aroundUbud

Temples in and aroundUbud, Ubud

 Marjara Says:  Ubud is one of the most visited places not only in Bali but in all of Indonesia. It has everything that a tourist might seek in Bali except the beaches. It is rich in art and culture. There are museums and galleries that showcase skilfully crafted articles for the benefit of... 

ARMA museum

ARMA museum, Ubud

 yayiw Says:  The Pengosekan entrance (from the restaurant) is my favorite entrance. The beautiful landscape welcomes you with abstract sculptures here and there makes me want to just sit on the ground and enjoy the beauty of the garden. But be strong, you're in the museum and you must... 

The Legong of Mahabrata Epic performance

The Legong of Mahabrata Epic performance, Ubud

 theo1006 Says:  We have been in Ubud several times and each time attended a dance performance if possible. Most days of the week there is a performance in the evening, each day different and at a different venue. Tickets may be obtained at the venue, or from street sellers. As long as the... 

Kecak and Fire Dance

Kecak and Fire Dance, Ubud

 theo1006 Says:  We have been in Ubud several times and each time attended a dance performance if possible. Most days of the week there is a performance in the evening, each day different and at a different venue. Tickets may be obtained at the venue, or from street sellers. As long as the... 

The Joged Dance Performance

The Joged Dance Performance, Ubud

 theo1006 Says:  We have been in Ubud several times and each time attended a dance performance if possible. Most days of the week there is a performance in the evening, each day different and at a different venue. Tickets may be obtained at the venue, or from street sellers. As long as the... 

Cooking Class in Ubud

Cooking Class in Ubud, Ubud

 deputu Says:  i really enjoyed my cooking class today in Payuk Bali. it was a wonderful cooking class with a good teacher and a really kind staff. i wish i didn´t had breakfast before, because the food was delicouis 

Bali fitness retreat

Bali  fitness retreat, Ubud

 lindsay93 Says:  Bali fitness retreat includes lots of activities including daily fitness sessions, jungle treks, bike tour, yoga & pilates sessions, spa & massage sessions, cooking lesson & volcano climb. Get to experience lots of Balinese life and culture see some amazing sights and get to... 

Hotels  

Tegal Sari

 7 Reviews and 485 Opinions  I have now stayed at Tegal Sari 6 times, my husbad and I discovered it about 8 years ago when... 

The Ubud Village Resort Spa

 12 Reviews and 166 Opinions  A normal view here...one of the locals working on the rice field located within the resort itself... 

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Restaurants  

Naughty Nuri's Warung and Grill: Ribs and Martini, make it double

Naughty Nuri's Warung and Grill: Ribs and Martini, make it double, Ubud

 yayiw Says:  The food : anything grill. Their best one is the Ribs (not halal, it's pig's ribs). Then if you still want to have something else, have their chicken.The drink : THE Martini of course. It's always crowded in Nuri. Make sure your timing's right to come here (have a late... 

Gaya Gelato: Yummy Gelato

Gaya Gelato: Yummy Gelato, Ubud

 yayiw Says:  You're in Sayan. You have lunch at Gaya restaurant, spend afternoon at the gallery and you're about to go back for your late afternoon rendezvous in Ubud Central.. Oh, but not before you stop by at Gaya Gelato. It's just right under the stairs, the gelato 'parlour'.They... 

Arys Warung: Pricey for people watching

Arys Warung: Pricey for people watching, Ubud

 yayiw Says:  I don't go there for their food (I heard it's so-so). I go there to sip the cocktail at this beautifully designed restaurant and watch the world go by.A bit pricey but the good thing is they do take credit cards. 

KAFE BATAN WARU: A GREAT DINING EXPERIENCE

KAFE BATAN WARU: A GREAT DINING EXPERIENCE, Ubud

 christ098 Says:  A very relaxing ambience, a great service and a delicious Indonesian food. It was a pleasure to dine at Kafe Baran Waru. We loved the Lawar salad, the Nasi Goreng, the Sates and the Balinese deserts.Thank you so much for a nice service and a delicious food. It is difficult... 

nomads: Great place to people watch

nomads: Great place to people watch, Ubud

 lindsay93 Says:  Great restuarant to experience some local food and watch the locals and tourists on their various missions. Choice of sitting on floor with low tables with cushions or sit in open air. Free wi fi. Great place to just hang. Never had anything I did not enjoy - vegetarian... 

Nightlife  

Ubud Palace Legong Dance: Dance under the moonlight

Ubud Palace Legong Dance: Dance under the moonlight, Ubud

 yayiw Says:  The show takes place in the Ubud Palace itself, no less. With the grand pura and under the moonlight, this dance becomes a magical show. A bit windy since it's in the outdoor, so a light jacket/cardi will come handy 

Ubud Palace dancing: Balinese dancing

Ubud Palace dancing: Balinese dancing, Ubud

 austarman Says:  This is one of the dances that can be seen in the grounds of the Ubud palace.I believe this one was called the Legong trance & paradise dance dance as it was a Thursday night.(See dance schedule on website below)The costumes, color,energy and music that are part of this... 

Transportation  

Rent a (motor)bike

Rent a (motor)bike, Ubud

 yayiw Says:  Walking is actually the right way to explore Ubud. But, I gotta admit walking from Pengosekan to ubud centre is quiet painful (after 2 days doing it anyway). The best option is to rent a motorbike for IDR 50 K a day. Tell the guy where you're staying and they will pick up... 

Ubud Taxi : my most reliable transport

Ubud Taxi : my most reliable transport, Ubud

 yayiw Says:  I love Ubudtaxi so much. Their rates are there in their website (by usual taxi from airport to Ubud it takes iDR 200 K. Theirs is IDR 195 k). They offer a lot of service, but since I don't really require cars in getting around Ubud, I use their airport transfer service.The... 

Shopping  

Ubud Market: Shop when it's not hot

Ubud Market: Shop when it's not hot, Ubud

 yayiw Says:  This is a market that sells everything Ubud. The golden head accessories you saw on the dancer the night before, the sarong pants you saw a bloke wearing across your table during lunch, the cute sandals with sequins.. yup, buy it in this market. For your home, a scented... 

Blue Glue: Beautiful Bathing Suits

Blue Glue: Beautiful Bathing Suits, Ubud

 SFHulaGIrl Says:  This shop specializes in womens' bathing suits. They come in Extra Small to Large. Some suits are sold in XS, S, M or L only, while others are mix and match (as far as sizes). The designs are really cute and innovative. Staff is very helpful. Blue Glue is a chain, so never... 

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What to Pack  

Comfortable Flats or sandals are a MUST

Comfortable Flats or sandals are a MUST, Ubud

 yayiw Says:  Any kind of luggage will do (since they have the USD 3,000/night hotel down to USD 10/night hotel). The lighter the bag is the better.. Wear a comfortable foot wear (I use Crocs flats everywhere in Ubud). Light fabric dresses/shirt from linen and rayon is the best for any... 

 
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 This spa is located in the back area behind the restaurant. They offer all of the usual services -- facials, massages, cream baths, manicures & pedicures. I've... 

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  Hi, I am traveling through SE Asia right now and am planning to make my way to Ubud in the next two months to try and get a job... 

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A: i think that it would be easier re visas to teach in Cambodia or VN,as it's extremely difficult to arrange this in Indonesia unless the reglations have been eased since i... 

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heart of art and culture in bali ....

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 the coconut trees whispering a lament song by the wind that touch its leaves meanwhile wos and cerik rivers reunited in a place called campuhan blue sky above comfy atmosphere and we pick our... 

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Soothing the spirit

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Ubud. I'd love to share with you the 20 tips I've written, the 27 photos uploaded, and 2 travelogues I've created. 

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Ubud - Center of Arts

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 Remember that song that said something about "I've never been to me..."? I've been to me. I found "myself" in Ubud. Bali healed something in me. Yet it was Ubud that really gave me inner peace. I... 

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Ubud - felt like stepping to an ancient city

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 Finally, after many months of preparation and planning we went to Bali for our long awaited honeymoon. It was our first time in Bali, was so excited about the trip. Upon landing at the Ngurah Rai... 

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Ubud

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 Ubud is spread over hills and valleys.You will see many terraced rice fields, numerous artist's studios, plus many shops selling clothing, jewellry, and wood carvings. Just remember you have to haggle... 

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