20 Things of Bali You Must Know – A complete Tourist Guide 2018

Published Date   08th Dec. 2017, 10:41 am  Update Date: June 8th, 2020  10:38 am superbhub
20 Things of Bali You Must Know – A complete Tourist Guide 2018Source:wetravelglobe.com




Bali is an Indonesian island. This place is best known for its highly developed arts, culture and festivals, natural beauty, parks, museums, adventures and many others. This place is a famous tourist destination, which has been the center of tourist attraction since 1980s.

Bali Quick facts:

  • Total area: 5,780 km sq.
  • Location: Located on the Java Sea on the Indian Ocean
  • Total Population: 4,225,384 (2014)
  • Population Density: 730/km sq. (2014)
  • Time Zone: WITA (UTC+08)
  • Language Spoken: Indonesian, Balinese, Balinese Malay
  • Ethnic groups: Balinese, Javanese, Baliaga and Madurese
  • Main Religion: Balinese Hinduism, Muslim, Christian and Buddhist
  • Currency: Indonesian Rupiah
  • Climate: Tropical, warm and humid
  • Famous for: Hindu Temple, Islands, Coral Reefs and Volcanic Mountains
  • Airport: Denpasar International Airport
  • Official website: Click Here

You can explore various religious sites, beaches, islands, coral reefs, volcanic mountains and other beautiful places to visit. If you are thinking where to spend your upcoming holidays, Bali can be your best option.



  1. Main tourist destinations in Bali You Most Know

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While moving back to few decades, Bali is becoming the main center of tourist destinations in the world. Tourism is one of the main source of national income of Bali which attracts millions of tourist every year. Bali is far better place than the hidden paradise. Bali is filled with so many Hindu temples, parks, lighthouses and astonishing landmarks.

  • You can visit so many architectural and religious places in Bali including many Hindu temples. They are Art center, Puja Mandala, Pura Dasar, Tama Wisata Kertha Gosa, Tebing Tegallinggah Temple, Ulun Danu Buyan Temple and many others. This can be best place for pilgrimages.
  • Here are some wonderful coastal areas where you can fun with your family or partners. Some of them are Geger Beach, Jimbaran Beach, Kelan Beach, Mengiat Beach and Nusa Dua.
  • Here are some best choices and landmarks in Bali. They include Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple, Istana Tampak, Kajeng Rice Fields, Lempuyang Temple and Tirta Gangga.
  • When you are free, you can enjoy at Aling-aling waterfall, Desa Belok, Lotus Lagoon, Nusa Dua, Pasih Uwug, Suluban Beach, Tegal Wangi Beach and many others.
  • Many of the travelers are influenced with the lighthouses in Bali. Some of them are named as Gili Selang Lighthouse and Benoa Habor Light.
  • Some travelers prefer to visit cool places. Some of them to list are Canggu, Nusa Dua, Seminyak and Ubud.
  • If you want to explore some Bali’s unusual sites, you can go to Bat Cave, Ghost Town, Dark Cave, Pura Paluang Car Temple, The Deaf Village, The Underground House and The Haunted Hotel.
  1. Guide to available means of transports in Bali

It will be difficult for a foreigner, traveling to new place and catching the right vehicle without knowing the appropriate route.  At first, you need to fix your destination and then you don’t need to worry about the transportation in Bali.

  • The international airport in Bali is located near Jimbaran. This is named as The Ngurah Rai International Airport. Lt. Col. Wisnu Airfield is also situated at north-west Bali.
  • If you are searching for taxies, you can get Safe Bali Driver, Bali Agung Tours, Family Bali Tours, Resi Bali Tour, Bali Taxi Driver, BlueWater Express, Bali Tours and Private Driver, Balicab, and several others.
  • Public vehicles are available with flexible cost. You can catch public bus to travel local places.

Beside this, if you wish to travel via water ferries, this service is also available in Bali.

  1. Top hotels and lodge details in Bali

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    Source:telegraph.co.uk

Bali has number of an international hotels and accommodation which are listed in top position. You can receive warm hospitality, expose with new culture and satisfy with modern luxurious life in Bali.

  • Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort, Grand Hyatt Bali, Hanging Gardens of Bali, RIMB Jimbaran Bali, The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, The Seminyak Beach Resort and Spa and Viceroy bali are best for a luxurious stay in Bali.
  • You can stay in the listed hotels which are comfortable as well as cost effective. Here are: Bloo Lagoon Village, Best Western Kuta Beach, Grand Balisani Suites, HARRIS Hotel Tuban, Novetel Bali Nusa Dua Hotel and Residences, Taksu Sanur Hotel and others.

To find the best hotel in Bali, click here.

  1. Special food items in Bali You Must Taste

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    Source: danielfooddiary.com

Bali is widely known for the foods and beverages that it serves. You can taste many local foods and enjoy the drinks in Bali. You don’t need to worry for your daily diets and foods. You can easily find some standard restaurants and bars in Bali where you will eat food with a home-made taste.

  • If you are visiting Bali for the first time, don’t miss these food items:

Babi Guling (Suckling Pig) at Warung Babi Guling or Warung Babi Guling Pak Malen, Balinese Kopi (Coffee) at Revolver Expresso or Anomali Coffee, Casual Western Cafes at Kitchenette, Desserts at Alchemy, Ice creams at Lello Lello, Bebek Goreng at Bebek Bengil Dirty Duck Diner, Cocktail bars at Rock Bar and BBQ Seafood at Jimbaran Seafood Cafes.

  • Some hygienic restaurants in Bali include Batubara Giri, Dinning Corner Restaurant, Secret Garden Restaurants, SizzleWraps, Warung Legong and Warung Heaven.
  • If you prefer to go to bars, here are Gracie Kelly’s, HQ Beach Club, Mama’s Nyoman’s Beer Garden, Old Man’s Beer Garden, Posers Pub, Romeo’s Bar and Grillery, Stark Beer Garden kuta, The Plumbers Arms and many others.

To find special food items in Bali, click here.

  1. Medical and health centers in Bali

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    Source: uwmedicine.org

    Before traveling, you must be conscious on health. The climatic condition determines your dressing and food habits. Along with this, you must have to note the health centers and hospitals providing urgent health care in case of emergency.

  • BIMC Hospital, Siloam Hospital, Kasih Ibu Hospital and Surya Husadha Hospital are the well-known private hospitals of Bali.Sanglah Hospital is the main public hospital of Bali. This hospital is well-equipped and provide 24 hours emergency service.
  • You are referred for some other private clinics, such as International SOS, Bali Clinic and Toya Medika Clinic.
  • Dial 118 for ambulance services and 112 for operator-assisted general emergency services in Bali.
  1. Famous religious sites in Bali

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    Source:bali.com

    There are so many worth places in Bali for religious people. Buddhist monasteries, Churches and historical landmarks are significant to visit. It can be appropriate for pilgrimages.

  • If you are looking forward to visit Bali’s historical monuments:

Here are Camphuhan Ridge Walk, Jatiluwih Green Land, Mount Kawi, Tirta Empul Temple, Tirta Gangga and Mount Kawi.

  • You can see statues at many places including Ground Zero Monument, Garuda Wisnnu Kencana Cultural Park, Mount Kawi and Puputan Klungkung monument.
  • Here are some places for Buddhist to visit. They are Brahman Cihara Arama, Buddha Sakyamuni Monastery, Ling Gwan Kiong and Vihara Buddha Dharma.
  • Christian people will be excited after seeing church in Bali. C3 Church Renon, Kuta International Christian Church, Saint Joseph Catholic Church, Protestant Church and Paradise Church are also located in Bali.
  1. Festivals and cultural activities in Bali

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    Source:roughguides.com

Bali is rich not only in its natural beauty. It is very rich in culture and festivals too. You can see the culture of every ethnic groups as well as their own languages. 

  • Bali’s cultures are unique in comparison to the culture of other places. You can join in the cultural events such as Bali Kites Festival, Nyepi, Sanur Village Festival, Makepung Buffalo Races, Galungan and Kuningan, Bali Arts Festival, Saraswati and others.
  • The famous dance in Bali includes Pendet, Legong, Baris, Topeng, Barong, Gong keybar and Kecak.
  • Sunny Side Up Tropical Festival, Ultra Bali, Soundernaline, Galungan and Kuningan, Nusa Dua Fiesta, Sanur Village Festival, Bali Spirit Festival, Perang Pandan, Lively Legian Beach Festival, Ultra Beach Bali are the best music festivals in Bali.
  1. Local immersion in Bali

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    Source: baliinstitute.com

For a day local immersion in Bali, there are several things you can do.

  • You can move to Village Sightseeing Tour, Bali Island Tour, Bali Water Temple Tour, Sunrise watch at Kintamani, Tour to Bedugul and other places.
  • Pack your bags and ready for trekking in Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking, Mount Agung Sunrise Trekking, Kintamani Volcano and Ubud Tours, Batur Caldera Camping, Kintamani Volcano and Tanah Lot Sunset Tours.
  • You will have the opportunity to explore the The Jungle, The rice fields, the Ayung River, the waterfalls and a traditional village.
  • Don’t forget to visit national parks, village tour, bike tour, wildlife tour and also to explore the volcanic mountain.
  1. Must enjoy parks and natural wonders in Bali

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    Source:indonesia.tripcanvas.co

There are many parks and conserved area in Bali where you can live your life to the fullest. Bali is the best place for enjoying in the natural environment.

  • You can go to the beach sites such as Uluwatu and Bukit, Kuta Beach, Seminyak beach, Legian Beach, Ubud, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua and many others with your friends and relatives.
  • You may have heard the name of islands near Bali. They are Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, Gili Meno, Nusa Menjangan Island, Nusa Ceningan, Nusa Lembongan and many others. I am pretty sure that the beautiful Bali’s scene will vividly refresh your mood.
  • Don’t forget to visit gardens in Bali. It looks so much beautiful. Go to Bhagawan Garden, Bali Butterfly Park, Bali Botanic Garden, Hanging Garden of Bali, Kemenuh Butterfly Park, Puputan Garden and Tirta Gangga.
  • There are some national parks in Bali which are run with the help of local public and the concerned authority. They include: Alas Purwo National Park, Baluran National Park, Gunung Rinjani National Park, Komodo National Park, Tanjung Puting and West Bali National Park.
  • See the amazing Bali’s waterfalls: Les Waterfall, Melanting Waterfalls, Munduk Waterfall, Nungnung Waterfall, Kanto Lampo, Sekumpul Waterfalls etc. 
  1. Zoo in Bali you must visit

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    Source:singkenkenhotelbali.com

Zoo in Bali is becoming the center of attraction in the eyes of foreigners especially children and lovely couple. Bali zoo is also known as ‘Kebun Binatang Bali’ in their local language.

  • There is collection of varieties of animals including mammals, birds and reptiles. You can see thousands of animals including elephants, orangutans, African lions and so on.
  • You will get enough fun seeing amazing animals and their reactions, which are preserved in Bali’s zoo.
  1. Famous museums in Bali you must visit

     

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    Source:latinamericanstudies.org

Bali is surrounded with numerous museums. They are filled with ancient arts which are most significant to learn.

  • Some of the famous Bali’s historical museums are Ancient Human Museum in Gilimanuk, Bajra Sandhi Monument and Kambang Putih Museum. Taman Gili and Museum Daerah Semarapura museum are also popular sites to visit.
  • Here are some specialty museums in Bali: Agung Rai Museum of Art, DMZ Museum, Five Art Studio, Neka Art Museums, Museum PASIFIKA, Museum Puri Lukisan and Museum Trick Art 3D.
  • There are few museums in Bali which comes under top-listed museums. They are Blanco Renaissance Museum, La Mayeur Museum, Museum Rudana, Purbakala Archaeological Museum and Semarajaya Museum.
  1. Best Architectural places in Bali

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    Source: architect.imagebali.com/

In Bali, there are so many architectural places where you can see the beautiful arts and take mind blowing photographs. Some clubs and theatres are performing arts in Bali. Bali’s arts are unique and most popular in the world. This can be the best things for artists.

  • Some of the art galleries in Bali includes Bali Gong Art Gallery, Five Star Studio, Neka Art Museum, Nyaman Gallery, Semar Kuning Artist Cooperative, TAKSU Photo Gallery, Tony Raka Gallery and Threats of Life.
  • Theatre Live Dance Show: Bali Agung Show at Bali Theatre, Devdan Show at Nusa Dua Theatre, Jambe Budaya Barong Dance, Sahadewa Barong Dance, Surya Mandala Cultural Park at Tanah Lot, Uluwatu Temple Amphitheatre
  • If you are passionate on photography, here are some place in Bali: Amed, Campuhan Ridge, Jimbaran Beaches, Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, Munduk, Sunsets on Seminyak Beach, Tanah Lot Temple, Ulun Danu Beratan.
  1. Best Shopping Centre in Bali

    Shopping Centre in Bali
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Most of the travelers wishes to buy wonderful gifts to their family, friends and relatives after visiting. They are seeking for best shopping centers for buying quality products. Branded products and local handicrafts can be found in Bali which are also cost effective.

  • There are some best shopping malls in Bali where you don’t need to compromise with quality goods and price. They include Carrefour Plaza Kuta, Duta Plaza Bali, Mal Bali Galeria, Seminyak Village, The Bali Collection and many others.
  • You can find departmental stores in many places in Bali. They are named as Matahari Departmental store, Matahari- Mal Bali Galeria, Ramayana Mall, Ramayana Mal Bali, Parkson Centro Department Store Discovery and others.
  • You can see some street markets: Garlic Lane, Jalan Legian, Jalan Monkey, Jalan Pantai Kuta, Jalan Petitenge, Jalan Raya Kerobokan, Poppies Lane and some others.
  • Here are some gift shops in Bali which are required for your loved one. Erlangga 2, Hawaii Bali Oleh-Oleh, Krisna Oleh Oleh Bali, Toko Emporium, Threads of Life and Mendira House are the famous Bali’s gift shop.
  • Some of the Bali’s antique shops includes Dinata Antique Shop, Folkart Gallery Bali, Kuluk Gallery, Kharisma Antiques, METIS Gallery and Boutiques.
  1. Best Recreational activities in Bali

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Bali is the best for the recreational activities. There are several game centers, golf courses, sports area, stadiums and amusement parks for the recreational activities.

  • You can fun at the amusement parks such as Waterbom Bali, New Kuta Green Park, Circus Waterpark Kuta, Finns Recreation Club, Kidsworld, Splash Waterpark and others.
  • Visit entertainment and gaming centers in Bali: Bali Paint Arena, Bounce Bali, Lollipops’s Playland and Café, Pandora Experience Escape Room Bali, Splash Bali etc.
  • To those who are interested in sports, you can go to Stadium Café & Sports Bar, The Flying Cook, The Melting Pot Gameroom, White Sands Sports Bar and Y Sports Bar.
  • Here are the wonderful places in Bali for all the Golf enthusiast: Bali Beach Golf Course, Bali National Golf Club, Handara Golf & Resort Bali, New Kuta Golf, Nirwana Bali Golf Club and so on.
  1. Most Amazing water tour in Bali

     

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    Source: youtube.com

You can make your tour more adventurous in Bali. If you are planning for your upcoming holiday in Bali, you will never miss the water tour. Bali is an Indonesian island where you will have fun in the water. Journey in a water is the best part of life. You will imagine that your life is similar to aquatic life.

  • Abysss Dive Center, Amansuka Tours, Adventures Divers Bali, Euro Dive Bali, Greenbike Cycling Tours, Nico Dives Cool and Rio Bali are the popular boat tours and water sports operators.
  • You can also take a boat for rent from CV. Alam Bali Citra. For this, you need to contact with Bali Yacht Charter & Cruises, Bali Yacht Service, Fishing Charter Bali and others.
  • If you are interested in surfing and windsurfing, wonderful opportunities are waiting for you in Bali. You can communicate with Bali Jetpacks and Water Sports, Endless Summer Kuta, Odysseys Surf School, Santai Surf School Bali, UP2U Surf School Bali and Wave House.
  • If you want to watch dolphin and whale, you can contact to Amed White Sand Divers, Bali Dolphin Tour, Bali Hai Cruises, Dolphin watching Lovina And Snorkeling Herman Lovina, Bali Diversity and PAID NO Fear Diving.
  • Bali Outdoor Adventures, Bali Fishing Boats, Bali Jet Set Dive and Marine Sports, Fathom Freediving Bali, Manu Dreampoint and Spearfishing Bali are always with you for Fishing Charters and tours in Bali.
  1. Most Popular outdoor adventures in Bali

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    Source:indonesia.tripcanvas.co

Bali is filed with natural wonders where you can experience lots of popular outdoor adventures. Some of the popular outdoor adventures includes hiking, ski tours, adventure tours, road trip and zip lines.

  • Cycling race is the best part of life. Don’t miss to join Cycling Tour, Horse Riding Tours and Jet-Pack fun.
  • For hiking: Batur Caldera Camping Trekking, Kintamani Volcano Tours, Mount Batur Sunrise Hiking, Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking, Mount Agung Sunrise Hiking
  • Some of the known waterskiing and jetskiing service providers in Bali includes Benoa Water Sports, Bali Wake Park, Bali Parasailing Adventures, Bali Jet Set Dive and Marine Sports, Cahya Bali Tours Service, Dream Beach- Nusa Lembongan, Udiana Bali Tours and many others.
  • Abyss Zipline, Adrenaline Rush, Bali Adventure Zone, Bali Treetop Adventure Park, Flying Fox Nusa Penida are some of the zip lines in Bali.
  1. Romantic nature in Bali

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    Source:indonesia.tripcanvas.co

The mesmerizing natural beauty in Bali attracts numbers of lovely couple for perfect date place. Bali is romantic in nature as an island. There is frequent increase in number of honeymoon bucket list in the recent days. It is due to so many astonishing beaches, gardens, resorts and adventures in Bali.

  • Some of the romantic places in Bali include Kuta Beach, Nusa Dua Beach, Sanur Beach, Tegalalang Rice Terrace and Waterborn Bali.
  • You can come in date with your favorite people in Ayana Resort & Spa, Antara Bali Uluwatu Resort and Spas, Hanging Gardens of Bali, Maya Ubud Resort & Spa.
  • Secret Garden Restaurant, Swept Away at The Samaya Ubud, Restaurant Bukit Segara, Kubu at Mandapa, Dining Corner Restaurant, The Restaurant at the Legian Bali are popular for the romantic dinner.
  1. Top Casinos and Gambling areas in Bali

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    Source: pointsreckoning.com

Bali is full of so many recreational activities including casinos and gambling areas. There are few casinos in Bali which provide you the best-service in your nightlife.

  • Best casinos and gambling areas in Bali: Carrefour Plaza Kuta Hotels, Legian Beach Hotels, Market Hotels, Nusa Dua Beach Hotels, Carrefour Plaza Kuta Hotels, Seminyak Square Hotels and Tanah Lot Hotels.
  • You can also book the Bali Casino Hotels. You don’t need to pay for booking the casino hotels. For this, click here.
  1. Bali- Popular Events, shows and concert

    Source: balispiritfestival.com
    Source: balispiritfestival.com

If you like to appear in the shows, events and concert, wherever you go- you won’t miss. In Bali, you can find so many live music concerts, clubs for jazz music, comedy theatres and many others in the bars.

  • Catch these bars in Bali: Bali Bohemia, Casablanca, Double Six Rooftop Bar, Hard Rock Café, Laughing Buddha Bar, Ryoshi House of Jazz, The Straw Hut
  • If we want to appear in live shows, here are some best places: CP Lounge, Hard Rock, Laughing Buddha Bar, Ryoshi Bali, Zibiru Restaurant.
  • For comedy shows, you have Bali Nusa Dua Threatre and Treasure of the Archipelago.
  1. Guide to Bali Nightlife

    Source: http://www.bali-indonesia.com
    Source: www.bali-indonesia.com

Bali is filed with several clubs, discos and pubs too. So that you will never feel alone in Bali. This is a good place to enjoy with so many unknown faces and also helps to introduce with new friends. Normally, Nightlife in Bali begins from midnight.

  • Here are some best Bali’s nightclubs: Bounty Discotheque, Jenja, SkyDome Super Club, OPIVM Nightclub, Pyramid Club Bali, Engine Room, Red Ruby Club, Mirror Bali Lounge and club
  • You can join the Pub like The Kana, The Westin Resort, Amnaya Resort, TS Suites Bali, Kuta Paradiso Hotel etc.
  • You don’t need to worry about dance. There are so many dance clubs in Bali. They are Prety Poison, Dee Jay Club, Skygarden, Bounty Discotheque, Paddy’s, Undeerground Bar, Amedezen drivers, Red carpet etc.
  • Paris Cat Jazz Club Bali, Hard Rock Hotel Bali, Ryoshi House of Jazz, Ubud Village Jazz Festival, Laughing Buddha Bar, Jazz Bar and Grille are the popular jazz music in Bali.

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