Location: Ubud
Top Things to do in Ubud
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Ubud, Bali
The village cluster of Ubud is the ideal place to try a famed Balinese massage and soak up the ambiance of one of Asia’s top spa destinations. Acupressure, reflexology, stretching and aromatherapy star in the island's distinctively firm massage treatments. Ubud is also the vivacious center of Bali’s arts scene, home to a small treasure trove of museums and galleries. Monkey around at nearby nature reserve Monkey Forest Park, home to hundreds of mischievous long-tailed macaques. Don’t miss the valley of tomb cloisters at Gunung Kawi.
Restaurants in Ubud
1. Threads of Life
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5.0 based on 170 reviews
Threads of Life is a fair trade business that uses culture and conservation to alleviate poverty in rural Indonesia. The heirloom-quality textiles and baskets we commission are made with local materials and natural dyes. With the proceeds from the Threads of Life gallery, we help weavers to form independent cooperatives and to manage their resources sustainably.
Reviewed By RonL1463
We bought some unusual items on a trip to Flores Island when we were there in 2012...one was a ceremonial piece from Sumba that they had only seen one other time...They had some nice weavings there for sale and the work they do there to encourage the tribes on the islands to use renewable sources for weaving and dyeing was very good as they were using commercial chemical dyes before and they were polluting and expensive as opposed to natural and renewable with only their labor instead of money...this was.around 2012..so disregard the years posted below....
2. Wayan Gama Painter Group and School
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5.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Wanderer039 - Sydney, Australia
We had an extensive visit in Wayan Gama's family compound and a wonderful exposure to Keliki style drawing. He and his family run a great school, with locals as well as tourists participating. If you want to learn more about Balinese art, you must visit. Not far from Ubud, set in the little village of Keliki.
3. Ikat Batik
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5.0 based on 130 reviews
IKATBATIK is Indigo Textiles Gallery which is committed to sustain the traditional textiles art of Indonesia, conserving nature by using sustainability harvested natural dyes, empowering woman by supporting them to making cash availability for family health and educational need and donate our non-profit partner at some foundations. IKATBATIK create a hand made, hand spun, hand woven and specially hand dyes Indigo-Blue Batik products designed in limited editions for home interiors, clothing, accessories and dedicate to produced quality products in an ecologically conscious way, to create a balanced and productive community.
Reviewed By Kimhopkinstravel
This is one of my favorite shops in the world! Really. If you love Indigo, this is the ultimate shopping experience. From beautiful pillows to the cutest dresses, handmade scarves, placemats, home wares, and more. There’s so much to choose from you will want to buy everything. I have my own travel concierge company and I recommend this store to anyone I know who is going to Ubud, the authentic Bali. ????????????????????????
4. John Hardy Workshop & Kapal Bamboo Boutique at Mambal
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5.0 based on 180 reviews
Just 20 minutes from Ubud, our 4.9 Acre compound features a luxury jewelry workshop, where each piece is crafted by hand using ancient jewelry making techniques passed down from the descendants of the goldsmiths from the royal courts of Bali. Enjoy a delicious farm-to-table lunch and visit the stunning Kapal Bambu, our showroom where you can shop the ultimate in artisan-crafted luxury and the pinnacle of Balinese craftsmanship.
Reviewed By konahead - Las Vegas, United States
I have always loved the John Hardy product. But after this visit i have a much better appreciation for the pieces i own. Even if you never heard of John Hardy this is a must see in Bali. Tour took about 60 mins and very close to Ubud. Don’t miss it!
5. Titian Art Space
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By gabyreel
Waow, now THIS is the cutting-edge art I was looking for in Ubud! really impressed with both the artworks on display and the cultural context the gallery provided for me in a very friendly way. Felt like I was visiting a cross between an artist's studio and a contemporary art museum - and to think I almost drove right past! Highly recommended.
6. Above the Clouds Natural Wear
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5.0 based on 148 reviews
Above the Clouds Natural Wear is a men’s clothing brand designed and produced ethically in Bali island. We are offering natural fabric garments, with a strong focus on linen. Our men's collection is offering a modern twist to classic design, with stylish and versatile garments. We carefully choose our colour palet to design a soft, original, and elegant collection.
Reviewed By andrelT7454SS
Beautiful, and high-quality clothing to match. Very friendly staff. They can really take a joke ????. I generally have my Bali clothes that I wear when I am here, but not back in California - but the coat and shirts I just bought at ATC, I will be sporting all over California. I met the owner here when I was trying on a coat a couple of weeks ago. Her name is Charlotte. A very remarkable lady with quite a history in the fashion business. She gives great fashion advice. I thank her the crew at ABC for these Beautiful new clothes! I think they have 3 shops in Ubud. Sampai Jumpa Lagi ????
7. Wayan's Shop
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Wayan's Shop is selling high quality product with reasonable cost. Most of our product are locally made by local artist . We are selling, Puppet, silver jewelry (Silver Earring, Bracelet, Ring, Harmony Ball or Dream Ball etc), Wood Carving (Like Balinese Statues, Masks etc), Brass and Bronze Sculpture). Our place is located on Jalan Raya Camphuan, Camphuan-Ubud, Gianyar-Bali. We are just across to Warwick Ibah Hotel. It is around 1 km away to the west of Ubud Center. Please come and visit us, while you are having an holiday in Ubud.
Reviewed By tmoroz11 - Las Vegas, United States
Great quality, has gifts that you don’t see in other places. Sweetest owner of the store helped us the entire time. Would definitely recommend everyone to come here!
8. Kupu-Kupu Foundation Shop
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5.0 based on 97 reviews
Reviewed By Raja_Kumar_Sah - Buxar, India
I visited this place this month only that is November first week.This shop sells items which are crafted by people with disabilities and kind hearted people's.The lovely manager shows me the things in the shop and he explained me about every item which I ask him in his shop.One thing I like about this shop is that with shopping we can also support the foundation,which helps children and adults with disabilities. Gonna visit this shop again.
9. Avani Spa at Kaamala Resort Ubud
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5.0 based on 71 reviews
Avani Spa has distinctive spa location as the spa lies on a cliff overlooking the jungle and river for the best view. Providing serenity along with stunning landscape of natural beauty and slight breeze. The spa is using traditional massage oils and scrubs to pampering and give you and your spouse the ultimate treatments. Not to mention, the spa allows the whole family to replenish with a special
Reviewed By Haraharoo_Koya - Berlin, Germany
Had lovely treatment at Avani Spa. I had relaxing treatment 90 minutes deep spa with green forest view.
10. Gunung Lebah Temple
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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.
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