Places to Visit in Kuta

Very close to the famous Jimbaran Beach is Kedonganan Beach which is famous for authentic seafood delicacies and relaxed resort stay with a bewitching view of the ocean. The extremely beautiful white sandy beach with a slope along with the regular remembrance of the calm waves to the shore is ideal for a perfect sunset view or a leisurely walk and it is one of the famous places to see in Kuta

The multiple restaurants offering different types of seafood will be quite buzzed every afternoon by the enlarged crowd of tourists and locals. Another attraction is the fish market where fresh fish caught by the fishermen can be purchased.

Highlights: The romantically shining restaurants are the irresistible attraction on the beach where you get lip-smacking grilled seafood items and the dining settings that offer you the best sunset views are quite beautiful.

Activities: Swimming, sunbathing, fishing etc are the favourite activities of tourists arriving at the beach. But a relaxed walk on the shore watching the calm waves slowly approaching the white sandy beach is something even more appreciable.

Opening hours: You can visit the beach any time you would like to but most of the seafood restaurants will be opened around 04:00 pm to 12:00 midnight.

Location: Jalan Pantai Kedonganan, South Kuta

With an aim to protect the tiny eggs and thus increase the hatching rates of sea turtles started Kuta Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Programme Started almost 17 years ago. It is one of the best places to visit in Kuta. It was started by Mr. Agung and Wayan with 1 sea turtle nest which was protected with bamboo placed around the nest.

There are Turtle Rangers to patrol the beach during the night to give the mother sea turtles safe place on the shore to lay eggs and go back to the ocean. They relocate the eggs to the hatchery at Kuta and wait for the next 45-60 days to get the eggs developed and hatched. When the eggs are hatched, the conservationists will return them to the natural habitat immediately.

Highlights: Currently, tourists are also becoming part of the conservation programme hugely as the awareness about protecting these animals has gained prominence around the island. People can join the release of the baby turtles to the ocean so that they can spread the word to others and bring more people in order to be a member of the conservation team and protect more sea turtles like this.

In 2012 and 2013, the authorities say that they could collect more than 50000 eggs safely and relocated them to the hatchery. Around 80% of them were hatched and released to the ocean.

Timings: The nesting season on the beach is from March to September every year and the hatching season is from April to October. The nesting dates can be altered as the baby turtles will be hatched naturally when they are ready. During the months of June, July, August and September, the baby turtles will be released almost every day.

If you visit Kuta during these months, you may be able to take part in this mind blowing social activity.

Things to remember: When you visit the conservation centre, try not to touch the baby turtles or not to take photos of them with flashes on in order to protect their eyesight.

Location: The beach is located a few minutes away from the Ngurah Rai International Airport in Tuban.

A buzzing enclave of food stalls that extend some rare fragrance of delicious food, other grilled food items, shops and busy roads with tourists and tourism workers is Kuta Night Market that opens its eyes nearly in the evening every day and goes on until early morning. The cheapest food in Bali would be available at the street food shops here but offering the best taste ever. Most of the tourists find the food awesome here and you can stroll around to find some authentic traditional restaurants as well.

The market is comparatively small with limited stalls selling clothes and other items. Those who love to take a leisurely night amidst people but without much traffic and buzzes, Kuta night market will be a good option.

Highlights: Asian and Indonesian food items are served at many of the restaurants here and they are awesomely tasty. If you love to try some delicious and traditional food styles, then choose any restaurants from the market and have a relaxed dining experience.

Timing: Starts at 06:00 pm usually and goes on until midnight.

Prices: Meals will be available at a price range starts at 15000 to 25000 Rp.

Location: Jl Blambangan, Kuta, Indonesia.

Heaven to shopaholics and paradise to make-up lovers, Kuta Square is a perfect place to stroll around and shop your heart out in Bali. Be it boutiques, surf apparel, or products like clothes, shoes, bags and other related items, you can find anything and everything here. It is one of the popular places to visit in Kuta. Having shops on both sides of the road, Kuta Square is listed as one of the must-visit attractions in Bali. 

Located near Kuta Beach, the square is a popular attraction for travellers. Kuta Square is a place that neither locals nor tourists can skip. From here you can find a perfect souvenir to take back home. The site is ready to mesmerise you with the number of stores it houses.

One of the very famous stores in the square is Matahari Department Store, one-stop destination to find quality articles and some good Bali souvenirs. From local stores to numerous franchises and places to eat, all of these stores can be found nestled in one place at Kuta Square. From famous restaurants to designer stores and surf and sports stores you can find it all here. Gucci, Versace, Armani, Rip Curl, Nike, and Adidas are some of the names of stores you can stumble upon. 

It is not just about shopping and strolling when here; if you are feeling hungry, Kuta Square snuggles some good restaurants as well. Apart from outlets of KFC and McDonalds, the site offers some of the very good local restaurants to satisfy your hunger. When in Bali, make sure to take some time out and visit Kuta Square. The place is ready to serve you with whatever you are looking for and you will take back some of the amazing tangible memories.

Also Read: Best Activities to Do in Bali

Kuta Theater is the only place where you can witness a cultural show with a unique twist in Bali. The theater boasts nightly stage performances, with most of its cast in glittering Balinese dance costumes, The theater is a better alternative to the beach, as well as the clubs, bars, nightlife offerings in Kuta, and is simply a great place to see in Kuta before the dinner.

As the stage curtains open to a simplify the rendition of the Legong Dance. Then the magicians and their supporting and characters take over the scene, performing sets of illusions with a touch of theatrical drama and mystery around it.

Location: The theater is on the eastern side of Kuta’s Jalan Kartika Plaza, just across from the Bali Garden Beach Resort and upstairs in the second building at the Kuta Centre.

Timings: Opened daily from 5 PM to 10 PM.

Price: Approximate price starts from 17 USD.

The Ground Zero Memorial or Monument was opened in order to pay tribute to those who killed during the massive bomb explosions happened in Kuta in 2002. It is one of the best places to visit in Kuta. It came into existence in the year of 2004, on October 12. During the bomb explosion led by Jemaah Islamiyah terrorist group, three types of bombs were used claiming 202 lives including people from Australia in a large number, from Bali and other 20 nationalities.

People from different parts of the world come to the memorial to mourn the death of their friends and relatives.

Structure of the Monument: The monument exhibits the name of all those who died during the bombing and there are 22 flagpoles arrayed near the stone that represent the 22 nationalities of people who lost their lives. Also, there is a pool with a fountain in front of it. People come every year from different nations to commemorate the death of their beloved and pray for their souls.

But currently, the condition of the monument is worse as it was not maintained well and cleaned. The pool has green algae in it and diminished the beauty. The flagpoles are empty and the beautiful stone carving decayed by mould. But people hope the Government will retain the monument since it is the major place where people from all over the world will come every year to pay tribute.

Location: The monument is located in the center of Kuta. Walk east from Kuta Beach for 10 minutes approximately and then you are at the monument. You can also visit the Beach Walk Mall, the Bali Sea Turtle Society etc near.

Mark your footprints at the tranquil part of Seminyak that is the Pura Petitenget Temple that is known for its scenic location. The temple is established on the Jalan Petitenget and is quite accessible from everywhere and it is one of the best places to see in Kuta.

At the time of festivals, the temple is decorated with vibrant colored lamps and lights that add up to its beauty make it even more beautiful. If you are looking for a spot untouched by urbanization, then this is the right place for you.

Highlights: Religious ceremonies at the temple, the decor of the temple at festivals, scenic beachside location.

Location: Jl. Petitenget, Kerobokan Kelod, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali, Indonesia

Timings: 24 hours open

Entrance Fees: None

To experience a perfect laid-back leisurely time, Karma Beach or the extraordinarily posh beach is a good choice when you visit Bali. The beach lies extensively at the bottom of a cliff where you can simply relax by day and enjoy the social parties conducted by the famous Karma group and it is one of the best places to visit in Kuta.

As a favourite beach location for night parties and socialising, tourists from all over the world will gather to immerse in complete entertainment. Earlier the beach was known as Nammos Beach Club and now it is part of Karma Kandara Resort.

Highlights: There is a bamboo decking with a kitchen that cooks traditional wood-fired pizza along with just-caught seafood. And, the bar would serve you some awesome drinks that you can sip while you enjoy the pristine beach. Those who are not the guests can get a reserved seat by pre-booking at the beach club but make sure that you have a deep pocket since everything here would seem expensive.

Activities: Sunbathing, leisurely walk, beach fun games, swimming etc are the main activities done here. Also, there is a cable car ride offered by the resort at an additional charge.

Entry fee: Karma Kandara gives day passes for the casual visitors at Rp. 250,000 that provides you with a cable car ride and 100000 Rp credit to food and beverages.

Location: Karma Beach Bali, Jalan Villa Kandara, Ungasan, Kuta Selatan, Ungasan, Kabupaten Badung, Bali, Indonesia

The natives fondly call Gunung Payung Beach as Pantai Gunung Payung. It is one of the hidden beaches on Bali’s southern coast which extends a quite seascape along with some precious sights of the surrounding. The location the beach exists got its name from the Hindu temple complex that is Pura Dhang Kahyangan Gunung Payung and it is one of the famous places to visit in Kuta.

The temple complex is located on a cliff top which can be seen from a distance before heading down to the beach. From Nusa Dua, one will take around half an hour drive to reach this beach. The serenity along the way will make you fall for it and as you reach the temple, you may find the grey long tailed macaques.

Highlights: As you reach the cliff edge after the temple, you will be welcomed to the ocean’s views and its sounds below. Reaching the white sandy beach is a tiresome process and thus adventure lovers would take this opportunity gladly. Steep stairs counting up to 300 and the deep green patches have to be covered and as you reach the base, you will see the deep sand with calm water but suitable for snorkeling.

The beach is located quite remotely from the eyes of vendors and thus its purity remains stubborn. But the problem is that you have to carry water and some snacks with you because you will not find many shops nearby. There are natural reef barriers and many chances to spot sea urchins. The temple celebrates piodalan anniversary happens on every full moon in the eighth month of Balinese pawukon calendar but it falls on January or February on the Georgian calendar.

Activities: The beach itself offers an adventure pathway to get access to it so that trek lovers would be amused to reach the beach and the temple located on a cliff. Along with that swimming, snorkeling, sunbathing, leisurely stroll etc are the famous activities available at this beach. The views of the seascape would be giving the perfect backgrounds for your photographic instincts.

Location: Kutuh, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali, Indonesia. 

Mal Bali Galeria is a large shopping complex centrally located at the SimpangDewaruci landmark and roundabout in Kuta. The sprawling shopping and entertainment complex boasts a ‘family mall’ concept, carrying a slogan of ‘enjoy, play, eat, shop’ making it the perfect one stop destination for a perfect family weekend at the mall. This mall has gained immense popularity as one of the favourites amongst locals and visitors.

Apart from shopping and dining, Mal Bali Galeria is also a popular relaxation venue where different eventskeep popping up on its calendar of events. These mostly occur in its massive foyer referred to as the ‘dome’ with a stunning central fountain.

Location: Jalan Bypass NgurahRai, SimpangDewaRuci, Kuta

Timings: 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Art lovers would drop in to enjoy the sights at Kendra Gallery, the great representative of the art in Seminyak. There are lively works on display, exhibitions and interactive sessions with the creators of the artwork and it is one of the popular places to visit in Kuta. It came into existence with the aim of entertaining and encouraging the contemporary artists of Indonesia as well as international regions. Its mission is to foster dialogue via the presentation of a different culture from all around the world.

It was opened in 2008 and it has conducted many exhibitions of established artists along with the works of upcoming talents, thus welcoming a mutual feedback and support for the both generations and genres of brilliant artists. Kendra Gallery is the child of art lover Bruno Wauters and now it serves as a meeting place and workspace option for villa guests.

 Highlights: The gallery located away from the hectic traffic is amidst the leafy garden setting and this courtyard is the host of exhibition evening where guests would love to sit and enjoy the beauty of the gallery and its surroundings. The composition of the courtyard may change according to the theme of the exhibition. The entrance of the gallery is beautified by the al fresco terrace layout of the Deus Café and inside there is the gorgeous showroom named velocita bohemienne.

Speed House, it is fondly called, is where a lot off items are shown off- from vintage dirt-track racing helmets to photo frames filled pop art wall. The main attraction is the vintage bikes. Paintings and wall art are popular along with the traditional street art of Indonesia being represented well through the paintings. The gallery possesses a unique collection of puppetry as well.

The collections inside the gallery depict the artistic brilliance of over 70 artists who gained fame nationally and internationally through oil paintings and other types of wall arts and paintings. Installations, artistic creations made in other materials etc bring together an amazing range of art and culture.

Opening hours: The gallery is open on all days 24 hours.

Location: JI. Drupadi No. 88B Basangkasa, Seminyak, Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 40294, Indonesia

Those who love to watch n number of cartoons or wish to show your kids something vary “cartoonic”, then you should visit Museum Kartun in Kuta, Bali. This is the first cartoon museum in the Indonesian archipelago. You can watch different cartoon works from world famous cartoonists like Pramono R Pramoedjp, Dwi Koendoro, GM Sufarta etc along with some young cartoonists. The displays are varying on themes ranging from mild, imaginative themes to the relevant problems around the world.

The place is used for meetings and interactions too in order to spread the importance of exhibiting ideas through different modes in the current scenario.

Opening hours: The museum is open daily from 10:00 am to 05:00 pm.

Entry fee: You can enter the museum by paying entrance fee of Rp 20000

Location: Jl. Sunset Road No.85, Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali, Indonesia.

Museum Kain is the first textile museum in Bali located on the third floor of the famous Beachwalk Shopping Complex. It is the rare world of the finest fabric which will let you immerse in the beauty of the best type of textiles and learn about the traditional batik of the Indonesian archipelago. It is said to be the realization of a dream of Josephine W. Komara and Roni Siswandi. It features high-tech interactive displays, including touch-screen consoles.

Highlights: There are 61 rare pieces of different batik clothes which have copper batik printing blocks, casting wax pens and dried leaves that are used for coloring in glass cases. The existing displays will be rotated to arrange the new ones, rare and beautiful. Also, the collection of historical fabrication tools arranged in the museum attracts a lot of people to know about the production and procedures lie in the making of this fine clothing.

Opening hours: 10:00 am to 08:00 on all days from Tuesday to Sunday

Entry price:

   -Adult: 100000 Rp

   -Child: 50000 Rp

Location: Jl. Pantai Kuta, Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia

An aircraft abandoned in the middle of a town in Kuta has been a continues topic of curiosity and discussion among the tourists and locals for a long time and now it acts as an attraction with unproven mysteries roaming around. The abandoned aircraft is an old Boeing 737 plane which was abruptly placed in between two houses and now Google maps even show this craft.

Some people used to say the owner of the plane had left it there to have an original home in it while some others said that the owner wanted the craft to be a tourist attraction but when he ran out of money he just left it there and moved away. An interesting fact that was noticed was that its turbines were boarded up by wood in order to prevent people from finding its engines are missing.

Location: It is placed at Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran. From the airport to Nusa Dua, you can take the left wing and 500 meters from the Benoa Square and right beside Dunkin Donuts is this mysterious aircraft.

Jalan Legian Street a.k.a Legian Street is one of the most crowded, flamboyant areas in Kuta. It is the principal walking street located at the most popular beach resort area. It arrays a variety of good shops, bars, hotels and clubs on either side. Kuta and Seminyak are connected by this street. Shoppers or stroll lovers can be found anytime on the street, be it daytime or night. The street becomes lively around 11:00 pm and the roads will be buzzed and filled with enormous traffic till 4:00 am.

Legian Street is a great place for partying and socializing. The shops on the sides will give you countless options to buy colourful stuff but the initial price tags given by the shopkeepers would be inflated. But you can get them at a feasible price after decent bargaining.

Highlights: Daytime shopping centers and night time dining spots are the predominant places brimming with a huge crowd always. The spas and massage shops also will welcome you with a warm heart to experience the best therapies available in Bali. In addition to these, there are major outlets of famous brands where you can buy things at the retail price.

You can visit the Ground Zero Monument which is situated at the southern end of the street. Or else, you will be led to Kuta Beach which can give you an awesome time of leisure. Rip Curl Legian Surf Shop, the Kopi Pot in Bali, Mama’s German Restaurant in Bali, Five Monkeys Bali etc are some of the top notched shops, clubs and dining stations in Legian.

Timing: The Street will be opening its eyes around 11:00 pm at night and extends till it is early morning and this is one of the reasons why visitors love to stroll around Legian Market when they visit Bali.

Location: Legian is located in Kuta and between Kuta and Seminyak. You can reach there from the airport by a prepaid taxi and the drive will take around 20 minutes.

Circus Water Park Bali is the first family theme park in Bali and it is located close to Ngurah Ra airport. There are multiple fun rides exclusively for kids as well as adults. Wave slider, Spiral Slider and Speed Spiral Slider are for adults while Pinisi Boat, Mini Spiral Slider, Spill Bucket, Mini Speed Racer and water plaza are for kids. There are four extensive pools with pure water and proper safety. The park is an authentic station for those who love to have some adrenaline pumping activities with the family.

Highlights: The park is not big as other water parks but it is a great spot to enjoy special occasions like Birthday parties for kids. The circus clowns found in the park extend the happiest time your kid can have at the park.

Entry tickets:

   -Adults- US $ 8.50 and for children up to 12 years: US $ 4.50.

   -Locker- Rp 15000 each and for towel Rp. 15000 each.

There are two different types of packages coming under 'Birthday Package':   -Star Package (25 kids minimum) - Rp. 99000/kid

   -Sun Package (25 kids minimum) – Rp. 89000/kid

Timing: Monday to Sunday: 09:00 am to 06:00 pm.

Location: Jalan Raya Kediri. It is located about 5 minutes away from Ngurah Rai Airport.

A perfect 3D museum or a house of Illusion art which has started in Korea and currently the important piece of attraction in Bali is Dream Museum Zone. It is one of the popular places to visit in Kuta. The numerous trick arts appear in the museum make its fame glitter. At the entrance itself you can experience the mind-blowing illusion trickery and as you enter the interiors you will be bewitched to see the labyrinth of an Egyptian pyramid.

You will be taken to immerse into the world of imagination and then you will be lead to witness a never expected scenario. Places from Venice to Egypt to the Amazon you will come across and you will unknowingly pose for the best shots of your life. There are 120 art pieces created by renowned illusion artists belong to Korea.

Highlight: Among the attractions, Renaissance and Luminescence pavilions steal the hearts of anyone visiting here. The Renaissance pavilion has a lot of parodies of famous paintings. Mona Lisa carrying a fruit basket or Van Gogh standing with shaving foam or different animal themes paintings are all making the interior quite amusing. You are free to pose as you are really in these places or situations as the 3-dimensional illusion art makes everything look like alive.

Timings: 09:00 am to 10:00 pm on all days.

Entry fee: USD 10 is the entry fee per person.

Location: Jl. Nakula No. 33X, Legian. It is located at a distance of 1.6 kms from Seminyak.