{"id":11182,"date":"2018-07-10T09:00:13","date_gmt":"2018-07-10T01:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/?p=11182"},"modified":"2025-12-29T23:56:28","modified_gmt":"2025-12-29T15:56:28","slug":"ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/","title":{"rendered":"Ubud Travel Guide &#8211; Exploring the cultural heart of Bali"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Set amidst lush river valleys, tropical rainforests and terraced rice fields, you will find <a href=\"https:\/\/wikitravel.org\/en\/Ubud\">Ubud<\/a>, a trendy artisan town that won the hearts of many travellers from all over the world. Ubud is also known as the <strong>&#8216;cultural heart of Bali<\/strong>&#8216;, and it has <strong>a massive attraction to artists, yogis, and lovers of nature and culture<\/strong>; that&#8217;s why it&#8217;s necessary to make a dedicated Ubud travel guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spirituality and creativity naturally dwell around here in this peaceful town. At the same time, Ubud is home to exquisite restaurants, charming boutique shops and buzzing coffee cafes. The city centre is lively and happening day and night, but as soon as you move away from this area, there are <strong>endless rice paddies, quiet roads and traditional Balinese villages<\/strong> to explore. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We fell in love with this enchanting town in the heart of Bali, and here is our <strong>Ubud Travel Guide<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#Things_to_see_in_Ubud_%E2%80%93_Ubud_Travel_Guide\" title=\"Things to see in Ubud &#8211; Ubud Travel Guide\">Things to see in Ubud &#8211; Ubud Travel Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#1_Legong_Dance_Ubud_Palace\" title=\"1. Legong Dance Ubud Palace\">1. Legong Dance Ubud Palace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#2_Campuhan_Ridge_Walk\" title=\"2. Campuhan Ridge Walk\">2. Campuhan Ridge Walk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#3_Tegallalang_Rice_Terraces\" title=\"3. Tegallalang Rice Terraces\">3. Tegallalang Rice Terraces<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#4_Gunung_Kawi\" title=\"4. Gunung Kawi\">4. Gunung Kawi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#5_Tirta_Empul_Water_Temple\" title=\"5. Tirta Empul Water Temple\">5. Tirta Empul Water Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#6_Sacred_Monkey_Forest\" title=\"6. Sacred Monkey Forest\">6. Sacred Monkey Forest<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#Things_to_do_in_Ubud_%E2%80%93_Ubud_Travel_Guide\" title=\"Things to do in Ubud &#8211; Ubud Travel Guide\">Things to do in Ubud &#8211; Ubud Travel Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#1_Workshops\" title=\"1. Workshops\">1. Workshops<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#2_Rafting\" title=\"2. Rafting\">2. Rafting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#3_Sunrise_Trek_Mount_Batur\" title=\"3. Sunrise Trek Mount Batur\">3. Sunrise Trek Mount Batur<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#4_Yoga\" title=\"4. Yoga\">4. Yoga<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#5_Spa\" title=\"5. Spa\">5. Spa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#6_Shopping\" title=\"6. Shopping\">6. Shopping<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#Where_to_eat_in_Ubud_%E2%80%93_Ubud_Travel_Guide\" title=\"Where to eat in Ubud &#8211; Ubud Travel Guide\">Where to eat in Ubud &#8211; Ubud Travel Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#1_Sari_Organik\" title=\"1. Sari Organik\">1. Sari Organik<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#2_Alchemy\" title=\"2. Alchemy\">2. Alchemy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#3_Bridges_Bali\" title=\"3. Bridges Bali\">3. Bridges Bali<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#4_Moksa\" title=\"4. Moksa\">4. Moksa<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#Hang-outs_after_nightfall_%E2%80%93_Ubud_Travel_Guide\" title=\"Hang-outs after nightfall &#8211; Ubud Travel Guide\">Hang-outs after nightfall &#8211; Ubud Travel Guide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#Where_to_stay_in_Ubud_%E2%80%93_Ubud_Travel_Guide\" title=\"Where to stay in Ubud &#8211; Ubud Travel Guide\">Where to stay in Ubud &#8211; Ubud Travel Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#1_Villa_Melati\" title=\"1. Villa Melati\">1. Villa Melati<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#2_Villa_Kamaniiya\" title=\"2. Villa Kamaniiya\">2. Villa Kamaniiya<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#3_Villa_OHea\" title=\"3. Villa O&#8217;Hea\">3. Villa O&#8217;Hea<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-travel-guide-exploring-the-cultural-heart-of-bali\/#Getting_there\" title=\"Getting there\">Getting there<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_see_in_Ubud_%E2%80%93_Ubud_Travel_Guide\"><\/span>Things to see in Ubud &#8211; Ubud Travel Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ubud is full of magical places and hidden gems, and yes, there is more to this town than <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/travel\/article-1305177\/Eat-Pray-Love-Julia-Roberts-Bali-island.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Julia Roberts and Eat, Pray, Love<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Legong_Dance_Ubud_Palace\"><\/span>1. Legong Dance Ubud Palace<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-11250\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/10144989384_7aada88666_k.jpg\" alt=\"Things to see in Ubud\" class=\"wp-image-11250\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: Anna &amp; Michal on Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Get ready for an evening of enchantment when watching a traditional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com.sg\/Attraction_Review-g297701-d11875893-Reviews-Dance_Performance_At_Ubud_Palace-Ubud_Bali.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Balinese Legong Dance<\/a> at Ubud Palace. It is a cultural evening out from your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/find\/ubud?utm_source=VB-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=ubud-travel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ubud&nbsp;villa<\/a>, with beautiful costumes, mystical gamelan music and ancient Balinese folklore tales. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Balinese Legong Dance is intriguing, interesting and mesmerizing &#8211; worth your time! Showtime is at 7.30 pm at Ubud Royal Palace. You can buy your tickets from local street vendors all day long. The price should be around Rp. 80,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Campuhan_Ridge_Walk\"><\/span>2. Campuhan Ridge Walk<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-11194\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/18949788_234581083704861_4710603345797054464_n.jpg\" alt=\"Things to see in Ubud\" class=\"wp-image-11194\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: youngwandergirl on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Campuhan Ridge Walk is easy to do when <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/find\/ubud?utm_source=VB-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=ubud-travel-guide\">staying in the centre of Ubud<\/a>&nbsp;and it is totally free of charge. Rise and shine with the sun, put on some comfy shoes and start walking. The Campuhan route takes you straight through the rice terraces and river valleys. The surroundings are stunning! It&#8217;ll be a walk to remember!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Tegallalang_Rice_Terraces\"><\/span>3. Tegallalang Rice Terraces<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-11195\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/34329702_140988233441725_5161909889261371392_n.jpg\" alt=\"Things to do in Ubud\" class=\"wp-image-11195\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: leona.kolak on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>This is one of the most famous viewpoints of Bali, and it is found just outside the city centre of cultural Ubud. The rice terraces look like a dream or a fairytale landscape, and they are the perfect example of how mankind and nature can do beautiful, wonderful things together. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can take some amazing photos at the top, or you can walk down and through these paddy fields and back up again, soaking up this magical environment.&nbsp;Make sure to bring small notes to donate to local families along the walk. Want to go for a &#8216;Bali swing&#8217;? It&#8217;s an expensive child&#8217;s play but an unforgettable experience!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/tegallalang-rice-terrace?utm_source=VB-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=ubud-travel-guide\">villas near Tegallalang Rice Terraces<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Gunung_Kawi\"><\/span>4. Gunung Kawi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-11196\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/33638687_238145843585466_159146285121667072_n.jpg\" alt=\"Cultural highlight Ubud Bali\" class=\"wp-image-11196\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: eriemorino on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Just can&#8217;t get enough of those enchanting rice paddy surroundings? You are in luck! To get to one of the oldest monuments of Bali &#8211; Gunung Kawi, also known as the King&#8217;s Grave, you have to walk down a beautiful valley with awe-inspiring rice paddies all around. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the foot of this valley, by the riverside, there are 10 giant shrine reliefs carved into the face of a rock. They are impressive to see and quite mysterious. Myths and legends say they are funeral monuments dedicated to the 11th-century royal family of King Anak Wungsu, built overnight by&nbsp;Kebo Iwa, a mythical giant in ancient Balinese folklore stories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/gunung-kawi?utm_source=VB-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=ubud-travel-guide\">villas near Gunung Kawi<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Tirta_Empul_Water_Temple\"><\/span>5. Tirta Empul Water Temple<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-11197\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/35262719_513186582429612_7966575567078162432_n.jpg\" alt=\"Holy Spring Water Tirta Empul Ubud Bali\" class=\"wp-image-11197\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: xthellythelly on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Close to Gunung Kawi, there is the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/tirta-empul?utm_source=VB-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=ubud-travel-guide\">Tirta Empul Water Temple<\/a>. The Balinese people come here for prayers and ritual bathing in the holy spring water-fed pools. Tourists can also rent a sarong and purify themselves in this natural spring pool. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the legends, it was God Indra who created this holy spring to save the lives of his troops when they were poisoned by the evil King Mayadenawa. It is a beautiful and peaceful place with fountains, pools, hand-carved statues and temples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Sacred_Monkey_Forest\"><\/span>6. Sacred Monkey Forest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-11237\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/35172068_189534441633693_573843588211802112_n1.jpg\" alt=\"What to see in Ubud\" class=\"wp-image-11237\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: maggiesnaps on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com.sg\/Attraction_Review-g297701-d378969-Reviews-Sacred_Monkey_Forest_Sanctuary-Ubud_Bali.html\">Sacred Monkey Forest<\/a> is located right in the heart of Ubud Town, and it is full of cheeky little macaques. You can buy bananas if you&#8217;d like to feed them, but don&#8217;t be surprised to find monkeys climbing on your back or grabbing the food from your hands before you know it (or your sunglasses, water bottles, iPhones, etc). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Big monkeys, small monkeys, momma monkeys with babies, you will see them all, and they are quite fun to watch. You can stroll around and interact with the monkeys and walk down to the river that runs through this monkey forest, for some back-to-nature time, away from the traffic and noise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_do_in_Ubud_%E2%80%93_Ubud_Travel_Guide\"><\/span>Things to do in Ubud &#8211; Ubud Travel Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Plenty of things to see, but there are also lots of things to do:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Workshops\"><\/span>1. Workshops<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-11211\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/18298925_193082864545798_7850626327852875776_n.jpg\" alt=\"Artha Ceramic workshop in Ubud Bali\" class=\"wp-image-11211\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: jocelyntaylor12 on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Ubud is the epicentre of arts, culture and crafts. Surrounded by artisan villages, you can learn almost anything in and around Ubud. Woodcarving, painting, silversmithing, Batik, pottery, ceramic, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/best-bali-cooking-class\/\">Balinese cooking<\/a>,&nbsp;jamu making classes, Balinese dance, organic spa products making and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/coffee-workshop-seniman-ubud\/\"> coffee bean roasting and brewing<\/a>.&nbsp; The list of workshops is endless. Get your inner artist out and master new skills to take home with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Rafting\"><\/span>2. Rafting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-11212\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/15538762_346574442394883_4590002025630007296_n.jpg\" alt=\"Rafting - things to do in Ubud Bali\" class=\"wp-image-11212\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: marissa_thahir on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss out on a rafting adventure on the Ayung River. Not only is it fun and exciting, the beauty of this river valley is best visible from down below in the valley and on the river itself. It includes lunch and a great fun guide who will take you down this wild river safely. A while back, Villa-Bali.com team tried out this activity. Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/river-rafting-in-bali\/\">our rafting experience<\/a> ;).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Sunrise_Trek_Mount_Batur\"><\/span>3. Sunrise Trek Mount Batur<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-11213\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/18253130_1357122287704976_2829604663119052800_n.jpg\" alt=\"Things to do in Ubud Bali\" class=\"wp-image-11213\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: annievalentinaa on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>This is a midnight adventure that takes some effort and determination. The reward? one glance at that photo above and you know enough. The impeccable beauty of planet earth will strike upon you and there are no words to describe it. You&#8217;ll be picked up at your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/find\/ubud?utm_source=VB-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=ubud-travel-guide\">Ubud Villa<\/a> around 2 am and you&#8217;ll be hiking up to the summit to get blown away by sunrise.&nbsp; The trekking is fully guided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/sunrise-trek-mount-batur-volcano\/\">Weekend Wanderlust: A Sunrise Trek Up Mount Batur Volcano<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Yoga\"><\/span><strong>4. Yoga<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-11215\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/34435063_814882745382638_3377681561406144512_n.jpg\" alt=\"Things to do in Ubud\" class=\"wp-image-11215\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: jparks_runslivmor on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Everyone knows Ubud is a yoga haven. There are plenty of yoga studios including the famous <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theyogabarn.com\/\">Yoga Barn<\/a>. There are eco-friendly shops for guilt-free yoga wear shopping and Ubud has an undeniable yoga vibe with its health cafes and holistic retreat centres. Get into the flow, absorb the sounds of nature and the tropical surroundings, travel inwards, bend that back and say &#8216;Namaste&#8217;. Ubud is a great place to come for a yoga-inspired holiday. Wondering where to go for a yoga class? Check out our article about&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/kundalini-yoga-classes-in-ubud\/\">Kundalini Yoga Classes in Ubud.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Spa\"><\/span><strong>5. Spa<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-11246\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/14294868_1216063815081336_660893198_n.jpg\" alt=\"Things to do in Ubud - Bali Travel Guide\" class=\"wp-image-11246\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: miezeschwarz on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Some of the island&#8217;s most beautiful spas are found in Ubud. Spas that are hidden away in the jungle or in the paddy fields, spas run by families where you can experience the healing benefits of Balinese massage. You can spend an entire day at the spa and it won&#8217;t break your wallet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Have some &#8216;me-time&#8217; and go for a spa package that includes everything to revive from head to toe. A body massage &amp; scrub, manicure and pedicure, a facial, cream bath and a hot tub filled with flowers petals.&nbsp; This is your chance to get pampered inside out. We recommend getting the &#8216;Farmers Massage at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ubudtraditionalspa.com\/\">Ubud Traditional Spa<\/a>&nbsp;and the spa at <a href=\"https:\/\/web.facebook.com\/mayaubudbali\/?_rdc=1&amp;_rdr\">Maya Ubud Resort<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/spa-treatments-bali\/\">Bali Spa Guide: Understanding Spa Treatments in Bali for Your Pampering Time<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Shopping\"><\/span>6. Shopping<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-11245\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/25022555_873600609431628_804696607198019584_n.jpg\" alt=\"things to do in Ubud\" class=\"wp-image-11245\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: benita_hessditzler on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Shopaholics also won&#8217;t get enough of Ubud. You can wander around at Ubud Art Market to buy souvenirs and handicrafts or explore the city centre, full of unique boutiques shops and original, sustainable fashion stores. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eco-friendly, fair trade, sustainability &#8211; Ubud is the place to be for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/bali-eco-travel-guide\/\">green, earth-conscious travellers<\/a> and shopping addicts. In the craftsmen villages around Ubud, you can buy handicrafts and silver jewellery directly from the makers, supporting the local artists and communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_eat_in_Ubud_%E2%80%93_Ubud_Travel_Guide\"><\/span>Where to eat in Ubud &#8211; Ubud Travel Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can just keep on eating when you are staying in Ubud. The choices of outstanding restaurants for people on all diets are abundant. On top of that, there are endless charming cafes where you can sit down for delicious coffee and homebaked cakes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/grab-a-cuppa-7-cafes-to-get-your-daily-coffee-in-ubud\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">these 7 places<\/a> to get your daily hot latte and raw chocolate snack. For dinner, try out the restaurants highlighted below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Sari_Organik\"><\/span>1. Sari Organik<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-11207\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/13743200_1558607271113849_2000724628_n.jpg\" alt=\"Where to eat - Ubud Travel Guide\" class=\"wp-image-11207\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: claudiachai on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>This restaurant makes a perfect pit-stop when doing the Campuhan Ridge Walk. In the middle of the rice fields on Campuhan Road sits Sari Organik, an awesome organic restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Most of their produce comes straight from their own organic garden, turned into delicious, healthy, colourful dishes,&nbsp; juices and smoothies. There are lots of nice, cosy places to sit, all overlooking the emerald rice paddies of Bali Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/web.facebook.com\/pages\/Sari-Organic-RestaurantUbud\/201409636568593?_rdc=1&amp;_rdr\">Sari Organik<\/a>,&nbsp;Jl. Subak Sok Wayah, Tjampuhan, Ubud, Bali. Contact:&nbsp;<span class=\"w8qArf\">:&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"LrzXr zdqRlf kno-fv\">(0361) 972087. Opening hours: daily from 10 am &#8211; 8 pm<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Alchemy\"><\/span>2. Alchemy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-10932\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/alchemyUbud.jpg\" alt=\"VEgan raw food\" class=\"wp-image-10932\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: Alchemy<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>We love Alchemy and we devoted one whole article to this vegan foodie heaven in Ubud &#8211; read it<a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/the-alchemy-ubud\/\"> here<\/a>. Alchemy features a salad bar, homemade pies and cakes, cold-pressed juices and awesome coffee. The salad bowls are big, not leaving you&nbsp;hungry and we also love their spinach mushroom quiche. Be sure to keep some space for espresso or a coconut latte with a piece of banoffee pie or raw chocolate truffles. This is an awesome plant-based restaurant, not to be missed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/web.facebook.com\/AlchemyBali\/?_rdc=1&amp;_rdr\">Alchemy<\/a>,&nbsp;Jl. Penestanan Kelod No.75, Sayan, Ubud, Bali. Contact:&nbsp;(0361) 971981. Opening hours: daily from 7 am to 9 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Bridges_Bali\"><\/span>3. Bridges Bali<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-11251\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/26864979_188979395027154_3490546198069116928_n.jpg\" alt=\"Great restaurant Ubud\" class=\"wp-image-11251\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: bridgesbali on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Great setting, superb imported wine, outstanding food, candlelight and magnificent views of the Wos River Valley. Come to Bridges Bali for a wine tasting and romantic dinner. This fine dining restaurant offers live music and excellent service. Head chef Wayan prepares authentic Balinese food to die for&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/bridgesbali.com\/\">Bridges Bali,<\/a>&nbsp;Jl. Raya Campuhan, Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali. Contact:&nbsp;0811-388-174. Opening hours: daily from 11 am to 11.30 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Moksa\"><\/span>4. Moksa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-11208\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/26185093_965524396946838_6679471377109483520_n.jpg\" alt=\"Where to eat in Ubud - Ubud Travel Guide\" class=\"wp-image-11208\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: fraulesy on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>No other place practices the &#8216;farm to table&#8217; principle so directly and awesomely as Moksa. This restaurant is a 100% plant-based dining venue in Ubud, harvesting its ingredients from its onsite permaculture garden. You can also sign up for their culinary cooking class on Wednesdays and Fridays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.moksaubud.com\/\">Moksa<\/a>,&nbsp;Puskesmas Ubud II, Gang Damai, Sayan, Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali. Contact:&nbsp;0813-3977-4787. Opening hours: daily from 10 am to 9 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/vegetarian-food-ubud\/\">Go Green: Vegetarian eats in Ubud<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hang-outs_after_nightfall_%E2%80%93_Ubud_Travel_Guide\"><\/span>Hang-outs after nightfall &#8211; Ubud Travel Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As much as we love Ubud in the day, there is plenty of music, laughs and dancing after nightfall. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/ubud-events-spiritual\/\">Ecstatic dance<\/a>, live music, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/travel-guide-for-dance-addicts-where-to-salsa-in-ubud\/\">salsa vibes,<\/a> underground party scenes &#8211; Ubud is alive 24\/7! We made a selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/live-music-venues-ubud\/\">11 awesome live music venues in Ubud<\/a>&nbsp;for you to check out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_in_Ubud_%E2%80%93_Ubud_Travel_Guide\"><\/span>Where to stay in Ubud &#8211; Ubud Travel Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no doubt about it, Ubud is an absolute winner when it comes to spectacular villas with mesmerising views. The choices of amazing places to stay are endless. <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Allow us to give you a hand in the maze of gorgeous Ubud Villas with our top 3 below, <\/span>or have a look at our website for the entire list of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/find\/ubud?utm_source=VB-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=ubud-travel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">private pool villas in Ubud &amp; surroundings<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you book with us, we plant a tree to help fight deforestation. Read more about the initiative <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/book-villa-plant-tree?utm_source=VB-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=ubud-travel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Villa_Melati\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/villa\/ubud\/villa-melati?utm_source=VB-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=ubud-travel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1. Villa Melati<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/villa-melati-c81265f6.jpg\" alt=\"Where to stay Ubud Travel Guide\" class=\"wp-image-11236\" style=\"width:736px;height:auto\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/villa-melati-a163a038.jpg\" alt=\"Villa Melati Ubud\" class=\"wp-image-11185\" style=\"width:740px;height:auto\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>How about swimming to the edge of the pool and gazing straight into a deep, lush green river valley. At Villa Melati, this is just one of the highlights. The triangle-shaped infinity swimming pool overlooks the greenery of Ubud. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can hang-out there infinitely, taking in those magnificent views while swimming and soaking up the sun.&nbsp; This tropical luxury villa features a stunning architectural design ruled by teak wood and traditional &#8216;alang alang&#8217; thatched rooftops.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are lots of places to sit and just gaze at the views surrounding you. Villa Melati is an extraordinary place where you wish you could stay forever! Romantic couples, families, friends &#8211; everyone will love it here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Around Villa Melati<\/strong><br>Villa Melati is a nature retreat on the Sayan Ridge near Ubud in the village of Kedewatan. The villa is surrounded by forests and rice paddies and it overlooks the Ayung River Valley. Yet, within 5 minutes you can be standing in the centre of Ubud to go shop, dine or dance. You can make use of the villa&#8217;s complimentary shuttle service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Features:<\/strong><br>Traditional architecture | Teak colonial furniture | Triangle-shaped infinity pool | Breathtaking views | Ubud centre shuttle service<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-25 has-custom-font-size is-style-fill\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/villa\/ubud\/villa-melati?utm_source=VB-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=ubud-travel-guide\" style=\"border-radius:0px;background-color:#ff326c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Book Now<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Villa_Kamaniiya\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/villa\/ubud\/villa-kamaniiya?utm_source=VB-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=ubud-travel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2. Villa Kamaniiya<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Villa-Kamaniiya-overlooking-Ubuds-lush-landscapes-ideal-for-yoga-and-nature-immersion.avif\" alt=\"Villa Kamaniiya overlooking Ubud's lush landscapes, ideal for yoga and nature immersion\" class=\"wp-image-20153\" style=\"width:745px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/A-majestic-5-bedroom-haven-featuring-a-private-spa-treehouse-and-jacuzzi-on-Villa-Kamaniiya.avif\" alt=\"A majestic 5-bedroom haven featuring a private spa, treehouse, and jacuzzi on Villa Kamaniiya\" class=\"wp-image-20152\" style=\"width:744px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Villa Kamaniiya has just about everything you could dream of and more. From a magnificent infinity pool to a private spa, a treehouse, state-of-the-art entertainment, a wine cellar with a bar, breathtaking valley views and luxurious bedroom suites. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This luxury retreat features a massive valley-edge garden with ponds, flowers and fountains. There are cool, communal hang-out spots and hidden special places to enjoy some quiet time &#8211; just you and the view. The estate houses 5 bedrooms, great for big family getaways or even weddings and events. One of the master suites even boasts a jacuzzi tub in a garden-inspired en-suite bathroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Around Villa Kamaniiya<\/strong><br>Located just outside of the centre, Villa Kamaniiya makes you feel like you are staying in some sort of paradise, away from everyone and everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Features<\/strong><br>15-meter infinity pool | Private Spa | Treehouse | Billiard table | Wine cellar | Amazing valley views | Jacuzzi | Close to Ubud Centre<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-25 has-custom-font-size is-style-fill\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/villa\/ubud\/villa-kamaniiya?utm_source=VB-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=ubud-travel-guide\" style=\"border-radius:0px;background-color:#ff326c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Book Now<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Villa_OHea\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/villa\/ubud\/villa-ohea?utm_source=VB-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=ubud-travel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3. Villa O&#8217;Hea<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/One-of-the-best-place-to-stay-Villa-Ohea-in-Ubud.avif\" alt=\"One of the best place to stay - Villa Ohea in Ubud\" class=\"wp-image-20316\" style=\"width:743px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Swimming-pool-of-Villa-Ohea-in-Ubud.avif\" alt=\"Swimming pool of Villa Ohea in Ubud\" class=\"wp-image-20317\" style=\"width:744px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Villa O\u2019Hea<\/strong> is a hidden sanctuary where nature, luxury, and tradition come together in perfect harmony. This 3-bedroom beauty offers an authentic Balinese experience, complete with alang-alang thatched roofs, carved wooden details, and lush tropical gardens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The open-sided living pavilion lets in soft jungle breezes and dreamy ricefield views, while the infinity pool appears to spill directly into the vibrant greenery beyond. Inside, natural textures, soft lighting, and traditional art pieces create a calming atmosphere\u2014perfect for slow mornings and golden hour lounging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each of the villa\u2019s three bedrooms is a serene retreat, featuring garden or pool views, natural light, and gorgeous Balinese-style bathrooms with open-air showers and soaking tubs. Whether you\u2019re a couple seeking romance or a family craving peaceful together time, Villa O\u2019Hea delivers restful vibes with style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Around Villa O\u2019Hea<\/strong><br>Just 4km from Ubud\u2019s buzzing center, you\u2019re never far from yoga shalas, artisan shops, and the famous Monkey Forest. On the way, pass through postcard-perfect rice paddies and quiet village scenes\u2014Bali at its most beautiful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key features<\/strong><br>Infinity-edge swimming pool | Surrounded by ricefields | Traditional Balinese architecture | Open-plan living pavilion | Bathtubs in all bathrooms | 4km from central Ubud<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-25 has-custom-font-size is-style-fill\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/villa\/ubud\/villa-ohea?utm_source=VB-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=ubud-travel-guide\" style=\"border-radius:0px;background-color:#ff326c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Book Now<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/best-villas-ubud\/\">16 Best Villas in Ubud<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getting_there\"><\/span>Getting there<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ubud is located in the uplands of Bali, 35 kilometres north from the island&#8217;s Ngurah Rai International Airport and it takes approximately 1 hour to get there by car.&nbsp; You can easily travel to Ubud from any tourist town on the island. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can book yourself a seat on one of the frequent shuttle buses or you can get yourself a private car and driver to get you there. If you are travelling from the south (the airport, Seminyak, Kuta, Legian, Sanur), you can also make use of Blue Bird Taxis, Grab Taxi or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/go-jek-app-delivers-anything-to-your-door\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Go-Jek<\/a>, getting you to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/find\/ubud\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">villa in Ubud<\/a>&nbsp;fast and cheaply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/bali-taxi-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> An expert&#8217;s guide to taking taxis in Bali<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read our other travel guides:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/travel-guide-to-gili-trawangan\/\">Travel Guide to Gili Trawangan<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/amed-travel-guide\/\">Amed Travel Guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/nusa-lembongan-travel-guide\/\">Nusa Lembongan Travel Guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/nusa-dua-travel-guide\/\">Nusa Dua Travel Guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/sanur-travel-guide\/\">Sanur Travel Guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/canggu-travel-guide\/\">Canggu Travel Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">See our entire <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/find\/ubud\">villa collection in Ubud<\/a>. 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