When visiting Bali, you absolutely need to stay in Jimbaran.
It’s located close to Kuta and popular tourist destinations like Seminyak and Canggu. However, it can easily take 30-45 minutes or more a commute from Seminyak because of the constant traffic in the area. But it’s totally worth the drive!
Jimbaran is a foodie destination in Bali. The seafood market is one of the most popular sites to visit in Jimbaran. Walk through to check out row upon row of super fresh fish and seafood freshly caught and on display.
You can order the seafood right here and take it outside to one of the grills set up to enjoy the delicious seafood with a gorgeous view of the beach.
Also, an added bonus is that there is a fresh produce market just across the way from the fish market and it’s known as one of the best on the entire island of Bali.
It’s best to visit around sunrise for the best selection, but we went in the afternoon and it was still worth the visit.
Jimbaran is also known for its seafood barbecues on the beach, featuring the freshest daily catch from the Jimbaran fish market.
Make sure to stop by one of these warungs/restaurants when visiting Jimbaran in Bali!
Garuda Wisnu Kencana, or GWK, is a cultural park located in Ungasan, offering breathtaking views of Bali and the ocean. It features a massive statue of Hindu god Vishnu riding the garuda eagle, standing 121 meters tall on a 46-meter-high pedestal. The park includes various facilities like an amphitheater, exhibition gallery, open-air venues, restaurants, souvenir shops, and more. Cultural performances, including the famous Kecak dance, occur regularly. Plaza Wisnu hosts events, and Parahyangan Somaka Giri provides healing spring water. The Lotus Pond is a large outdoor venue, while the GWK Amphitheatre offers exceptional acoustics. Street Theatre is the commercial area, and Balairung Dewi Sri is an exhibition hall. A daily Balinese parade takes place at 5 pm.
Balangan Beach in Bali boasts a stunning 0.5-kilometer stretch of golden sand nestled between limestone cliffs. It’s renowned for its long left-hander surf breaks, attracting surfers worldwide alongside nearby breaks like Dreamland, Impossibles, Padang Padang, Suluban, and Uluwatu. Accessible via Jalan Pantai Balangan, it offers swimmable waters, but no lifeguards are present. The dry season (May-September) is perfect for pro surfers with consistent swells. Non-surfers can relish the views, and there are budget-friendly accommodations nearby. Enjoy the dramatic sunsets from the vantage point above the beach.
Dreamland Beach, initially a hidden gem on Bali’s southern Bukit peninsula, gained fame as the ‘New Kuta Beach.’ Renowned for its exceptional reef breaks, it lures advanced surfers worldwide. Accessible via a well-paved road from Pecatu Indah Resort’s main entrance, it’s a half-hour drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport. While experts relish the waves, surf classes are offered for novices. Visitors can rent parasols, and a line of local food stalls (warungs) caters to refreshment, local dishes, and Western cuisine.
Dreamland Beach, initially a hidden gem on Bali’s southern Bukit peninsula, gained fame as the ‘New Kuta Beach.’ Renowned for its exceptional reef breaks, it lures advanced surfers worldwide. Accessible via a well-paved road from Pecatu Indah Resort’s main entrance, it’s a half-hour drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport. While experts relish the waves, surf classes are offered for novices. Visitors can rent parasols, and a line of local food stalls (warungs) caters to refreshment, local dishes, and Western cuisine.
Green Bowl Beach is a secluded gem in Bali, featuring a 30-meter strip of coarse white sand beneath a towering 75-meter cliff. Accessible via a steep descent of numerous steps, it attracts adventurous weekenders and dedicated surfers seeking solitude and uncrowded waves. The beach boasts two large limestone caves with rock shrines, offering shade and shelter. It’s best visited during low tide for snorkeling, while high tide can flood the beach. Access is relatively easy, branching off from Jalan Dharmawangsa in Nusa Dua. The beach is known for its green cliffs, clear waters, and a population of shy long-tailed macaques. No lifeguards are on duty.
Jenggala Gallery is the artistic extension of the renowned Jenggala Keramik, a legendary ceramic producer in Bali. Visitors can explore an impressive array of ceramic artworks and exhibitions in this spacious contemporary gallery, which frequently showcases the works of international ceramic artists, sculptors, and painters. Additionally, the gallery provides added convenience with an adjoining coffee shop, and young artists can participate in creative ‘paint-a-pot’ workshops offered by Jenggala Gallery.
