Ubud Guidebook
Neighborhoods
In and around Ubud are magnificent: ancient temples, multi-leveled rice fields, waterfalls, a majestic active volcano, the largest freshwater lake in Bali, the Sacred Monkey Forest, entertaining dance shows, organic small coffee farms and much more. We are in love with Ubud atmosphere and it has become our place to go when visiting Bali.
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Ubud
In and around Ubud are magnificent: ancient temples, multi-leveled rice fields, waterfalls, a majestic active volcano, the largest freshwater lake in Bali, the Sacred Monkey Forest, entertaining dance shows, organic small coffee farms and much more. We are in love with Ubud atmosphere and it has become our place to go when visiting Bali.
Activities & Sightseeing
The Campuhan Ridge is our favourite walk in Ubud. There are a few hills, but it’s an easy walk with lovely views of rice fields and down into a valley. There’s not much shade, so it’s best early morning or towards sunset.
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Campuhan Ridge Walk
Jalan Raya CampuhanThe Campuhan Ridge is our favourite walk in Ubud. There are a few hills, but it’s an easy walk with lovely views of rice fields and down into a valley. There’s not much shade, so it’s best early morning or towards sunset.
The Monkey Forest is the sanctuary and natural habitat of the Balinese long-tailed macaque. Definitively a must-do and see during your stay in Ubud.
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Jalan Monkey Forest
Jalan Monkey ForestThe Monkey Forest is the sanctuary and natural habitat of the Balinese long-tailed macaque. Definitively a must-do and see during your stay in Ubud.
Pura Gunung Kawi is an 11th-century temple with shrines carved into the rock. It’s one of Bali’s oldest and most important monuments.
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Iqela leGunung Kawi Sebatu
Pura Gunung Kawi is an 11th-century temple with shrines carved into the rock. It’s one of Bali’s oldest and most important monuments.
The water temple Tirta Empul is close to Gunung Kawi. Balinese Hindus come here to bathe in the holy waters for ritual purification.
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Ithempeli ye-Tirta Empul
Jalan TirtaThe water temple Tirta Empul is close to Gunung Kawi. Balinese Hindus come here to bathe in the holy waters for ritual purification.
Tegenungan Waterfall isn’t huge, but the scenery is lovely, and we enjoyed a swim in the pool. Get there early as it’s popular.
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Jalan Tegenungan Waterfall
Jalan Tegenungan WaterfallTegenungan Waterfall isn’t huge, but the scenery is lovely, and we enjoyed a swim in the pool. Get there early as it’s popular.
The Neka Art Museum has a Balinese and foreign art collection inspired by the natural beauty, life and culture of Bali divided amongst several Balinese style buildings.
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Neka Art Museum
The Neka Art Museum has a Balinese and foreign art collection inspired by the natural beauty, life and culture of Bali divided amongst several Balinese style buildings.
One of our favourite walks in Ubud is the Kajeng Rice field walk, where you will see stunning rice fields and a local village.
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Kajeng Rice Field walk
88 Jl. KajengOne of our favourite walks in Ubud is the Kajeng Rice field walk, where you will see stunning rice fields and a local village.
The Ubud Palace is an old building complex in Bali with some fantastic carvings and courtyards.
Also known as Puri Saren Agung, this is an important historical landmark for the Balinese and it’s also very accessible, with some great spots for taking ‘Bali-esque’ cultural photos.
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Ubud
The Ubud Palace is an old building complex in Bali with some fantastic carvings and courtyards.
Also known as Puri Saren Agung, this is an important historical landmark for the Balinese and it’s also very accessible, with some great spots for taking ‘Bali-esque’ cultural photos.
Groceries & Shops
Pepito Supermarket is offering a large selection of fresh, high quality local and imported products. The closest Pepito Market is located at a 9mins drive from the Villa.
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Pepito Andong Ubud
Jalan Raya AndongPepito Supermarket is offering a large selection of fresh, high quality local and imported products. The closest Pepito Market is located at a 9mins drive from the Villa.
Travelling with Kids
Bali Kids Land is a great playground in Ubud - made with love to be the stage of amazing memories among kids!
The perfect place to get sometimes for yourself as parents during your holidays while dropping your kids in a safe, friendly & fun environment.
Bali Kids Land
Jalan Katik LantangBali Kids Land is a great playground in Ubud - made with love to be the stage of amazing memories among kids!
The perfect place to get sometimes for yourself as parents during your holidays while dropping your kids in a safe, friendly & fun environment.
Food scene
Milk & Madu is a fave for delectable all-day breakfasts, superb lunches & dinner with a family-friendly vibe. Located in relaxing Ubud.
We love stopping by there for breakfast from time to time.
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Milk & Madu Ubud
No.3 Jl. SuwetaMilk & Madu is a fave for delectable all-day breakfasts, superb lunches & dinner with a family-friendly vibe. Located in relaxing Ubud.
We love stopping by there for breakfast from time to time.
A vibrant cafe and restaurant with a love for coffee, wholesome fresh food and good people.
Suka Espresso [Ubud]
No.108 Jl. Raya Pengosekan UbudA vibrant cafe and restaurant with a love for coffee, wholesome fresh food and good people.
The Sayan House nestles in the lush garden by Ayung river's gorge in the heart of Ubud. It's not all just about the breathtaking view - the food is the real standout.
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The Sayan House
No.70 Jl. Raya SayanThe Sayan House nestles in the lush garden by Ayung river's gorge in the heart of Ubud. It's not all just about the breathtaking view - the food is the real standout.
Kubu in Indonesian language means Hut or Shelter, where Balinese farmers keep the rice after harvesting habitually. This tradition inspired Mandapa in designing its signature bamboo restaurant. A tropical breeze and the soothing sound of water set the mood at Kubu which offers an intimate space with 9 private cocoons overlooking the Ayung river for you to enjoy fine Mediterranean-European cuisine in the option of A-la-carte or degustation menus.
Kubu at Mandapa
Jalan Raya KedewatanKubu in Indonesian language means Hut or Shelter, where Balinese farmers keep the rice after harvesting habitually. This tradition inspired Mandapa in designing its signature bamboo restaurant. A tropical breeze and the soothing sound of water set the mood at Kubu which offers an intimate space with 9 private cocoons overlooking the Ayung river for you to enjoy fine Mediterranean-European cuisine in the option of A-la-carte or degustation menus.