Top Things to do in Gianyar Regency
10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Gianyar Regency That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Gianyar Regency, Indonesia including Setia Darma House of Mask and Puppets, Neka Art Museum, Gunung Lebah Temple, Sari Api Ceramic Studio, Tirta Empul Temple, Mount Kawi, Campuhan Ridge Walk, Bali Pulina Coffee Plantation, Museum Rudana, Semar Kuning Artist Cooperative.
Restaurants in Gianyar Regency
1. Setia Darma House of Mask and Puppets
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 208 reviews
Reviewed By CKF
We saw Setia Darma House of Mask and Puppets recommended in a guide book and put it on our list while in Ubud. First, adjacent to the parking lot, you'll see a small gift shop, selling authentic Balinese masks, shadow puppets, and jewelry. We liked this, but is was rather underwhelming and we sighed. We thought there would be more. Well, keep walking! You WILL find more! On the other side of a park-like green space you will find a museum housed in four buildings (at least). The masks range from tiny to huge, multi-person varieties, meant to be worn during annual festivals and such. The masks came in every size, shape and facial expression. WOW! We went from being underwhelmed to overwhelmed! You will marvel at the shadow puppet collection and the intricate artistry and craftsmanship on display. How could we be the only visitors there? Spent so much time browsing and reading all the cards (English included) that our guide must have wondered where we went. Well designed, well planned, lots of space to walk and admire. What a find! Do not miss this hidden treasure, just a short distance from the Elephant Cave (which was a let down). ENJOY!
2. Neka Art Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 996 reviews
Reviewed By JosephTheDon - Sydney, Australia
I really liked this musuem. Food and talking to locals are two of the best ways to learn about a culture. So is sitting back and observing it. So, also - is art. There is loads to learn about the Ubud and Balinese culture at this musuem. Once again, lovely airy buildings to wander through a short taxi ride up from the main street. Well worth a few hours of wandering around.
3. Gunung Lebah Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 267 reviews
Pura Gunung Lebah is in 1.5Km from Ubud market to the west. It is in the joined valley in Cerik river and Wos river while it faces Tjampihan. Gunung Lebah mean "bee hill" in an Indonesian language. This temple is very quietly. Pura Gunung Lebah is a temple that became Ubud birthplace with the history.
4. Sari Api Ceramic Studio
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Sari Api Ceramic Studio, located 3km north of Ubud offers a variety of classes and workshops to kids and adults. Learn to work with clay in a relaxed and nurturing atmosphere. All levels and all ages welcome. Ongoing classes for expats and studio time for semi professionals available too.
Reviewed By 197laa
I did one day course with Susan and I was extremely impressed on her way to explain step by step each process: from clay composition to glazing. She pushed me to use the wheel, stepping out of my comfort zone. Moreover, she has kindly offered to glaze my bowl and send them to Australia. The studio is beautiful and peaceful, surrounded by nature, lush! Cannot recommend Susan and Sari Api studio more. Thank you again for the wonderful experience.
5. Tirta Empul Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,363 reviews
A very active temple built around a bubbling spring, Pura Tirta Empul is an interesting place to observe Hindu devotees purifying themselves by means of ritual bathing. It is especially recommended to visit on a full moon day, which has special significance in the local religion.
Reviewed By 255nicholast - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tirta Empul is relatively busy, especially if you want to join in the cleansing ritual with the natives in the two large pools of natural ware near the entrance gate. There people queue to cleanse different aspects of their life by standing under water spouting from a sequence of stone sculptures. The ritual is optional and was busy and we opted against it and instead took in the large calm of a temple walk. Prayer was ongoing and we took in some of the ceremony as we strolled, being provided with information by our knowledgeable guide. The temple dates back over 1,000 years and is a truly fascinating place to spend some time and soak in a some Balinese culture. Towards the end we reached a further large pool of spring water, which was bubbling continuously at its base. Evidence that the springs remain active. Well worth a visit...
6. Mount Kawi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,222 reviews
Gunung Kawi is a temple complex centered around royal tombs carved into stone cliffs in the 11th century. It is located amid scenic rice terraces about 30 minutes from Ubud. Note: There are more than 300 steps to climb.
Reviewed By Liefhebber19 - Breda, The Netherlands
We combined The Gunung Kawi and Tirta Empul in one day. Two of the most beautiful templegrounds we have visited on Bali. This 11th century temple complex (one of the oldest on Bali) is thought to be the burial complex of King Anak Wungsu, his wives and favorite concubines. There are shrines (7 meters high) carved out of the rocks. To get to the temple and shrines you need to descend 371 stone steps. Next to the stairs there are lots of nice souvenirshops and on your way you have a beautiful view at the surroundings. This templecomplex is quite large, located in a jungle environment. There are lots of stone walkways and stairs. A unique templecomplex surrounded by beautiful nature. You have to wear a sarong which you can borrow at the entrance. We had our own sarong with us. A must see!
7. Campuhan Ridge Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,515 reviews
The Campuhan Ridge Walk is arguably the best known Ubud trek and with good reason. The sparse crowds and the aesthetically rich vistas remind one of why people from around the world come to Bali. The trail starts at the historical origin of Ubud, the confluence (or Campuhan) of the Wos Rivers.
Reviewed By Ornela_Dxb - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Although not often mentioned in travel guides, The Ridge walk was, for us, the most memorable part of exploring Ubud. A long walk through the rice fields, with magnificent sceneries, rice fields, and quiet villages was such a great escape from hustle and bustle of the Ubud city center. The day we have visited wasn't overly hot and in fact, we had a heavy shower along the way which was actually really nice and romantic. We stopped in Karsa cafe for an organic juice and one more spectacular and tranquil view on lotus-filled pond and rice fields. If you feel like it, massage service is available too. Don't forget a good pair of shoes and umbrella! A fantastic day we will remember forever!
8. Bali Pulina Coffee Plantation
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 914 reviews
Bali Pulina is a coffee plantation, where we can learn how to make the most unique coffee of the world. we can also see other different types of plant and trees like cocoa , coffee, coconut, and also rice terrace paddy as the view that we enjoy during drinking the coffee. Rather that it, we could also play the game as Giant Swing tree, Zip line, and swimming pool right in the middle of jungle. we also available the photo spot for you who like to take you selfie picture.
Reviewed By X5441BGceciliab
What can I say you get to taste from lovely coffee for free, you get to have a go at roasting the coffee beans and crushing them and the views are stunning, and the people are amazing.
9. Museum Rudana
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By phemer - Jakarta, Indonesia
Every time I go to Ubud I make sure to stop by this Museum. Its a beatiful set of buildings around a courtyard. Inside the artwork is really magnificent and I love to walk around, always treated like a guest, and learn the stories behind some phenomenal works. Its a truly unique and special place, and there is an enormous bank of work by up and coming artists that you can purchase and have sent back to wherever you might. It really is a place I've developed a lifelong relationship with already. Singlehandedly, Museum Rudana has inspired me to start collecting Balinese art. I am not an art critic by any means, but this place is a gem.
10. Semar Kuning Artist Cooperative
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 202 reviews
Reviewed By KellynMikeCanada - British Columbia, Canada
We recently bought 2 paintings from here. We originally saw one painting at a gallery in downtown Ubud, then decided to pop into this place to compare what we wanted. Thank god we did, the downtown gallery was charging nearly double for the same artist's (different but similar) painting. The funds from your purchase here go to the collective of over 150 artists, we got 2 really special pieces of art instead of one since the variety and selection was so vast, for less than the price of the 1 we found downtown, what's not to love about that?! They made it easy to transport back to Canada, the whole transaction was smooth and everyone walked away happy. I'd highly recommend Semar Kuning even just for a visit, but if you're looking for some special art to take home this place is absolutely worth a visit.
