Badung is regency that is part of Bali Province. It’s located about 15 km from Denpasar , the capital of Bali Province. Denpasar was once the capital of Badung Regency, now the capital is Mangupura. Badung Regency is divided into six districts stretching from North to South namely Petang, Abiansemal, Mengwi, Kuta, North Kuta and South Kuta. Because it is located in the tropics, Badung has an average temperature of 25-30 C. The dry season usually takes place in April – October, while the rainy season in November – March.
Badung can be accessed from major cities in Indonesia by plane through Ngurah Rai International Airport Airport in Bali Indonesia. The airport also has direct flight routes from major cities in the world. In addition there are many buses departing from the big cities in Java to Bali.
The beauty of nature, the uniqueness of cultures that breathe Hindu, and supported by the number of international accommodations make the tourism sector as a major source of revenue for Badung Regency. Besides famous for its beautiful beaches, Badung also has amazing temples and amusement park for families. So guys, let’s find out the best things to do in Badung Bali Indonesia.
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1. Visiting Kuta Beach
Kuta Beach has a charming panorama that is well known in the world. With white sand that stretches up to five miles and a row of green trees, visitors are comfortable spending time here. In addition to sunbathing and swimming, visitors can also surf on Kuta Beach. Along the beach surf boards are rented at varying prices. Thus, there are many Things to Do in Kuta Bali
In the afternoon the sunset view should not be missed. Kuta Beach is located at Pantai Kuta Street, North Kuta, Badung Regency. It’s about 11 km from Denpasar. No admission, visitors only need to pay parking fee which is Rp 5.000 for cars and Rp 2.000 for motorbike. It’s open 24 hours and you may also visit Beaches in Kuta
2. Visiting Dreamland Beach
Dreamland Beach is surrounded by towering cliffs and has dazzling white sand. Visitors can sit back or just lie down to enjoy the beauty of the beach in the clean sand. The crystal clear beach is good for swimming and its great waves are perfect for surfing. In addition the view of sunset here is really beautiful and amazing.
Dreamland Beach is located in Pecatu Village, South Kuta, Badung Regency. It’s within the complex of Pecatu Indah Resort. No admission, visitors only need to pay parking fee which is Rp 15.000 for cars and Rp 5.000 for motorbike. It’s open 24 hours.
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3. Visiting Batu Bolong Beach
Batu Bolong Beach has exotic grayish black sand. Sunbathing and surfing are the most popular activities on this beach. The crashing waves and a very strong current make the beach an ideal surfing location. Certainly enjoying the beauty of the sunset is a must do.
Batu Bolong Beach is located in Canggu Village, North Kuta, Badung Regency. No admission, visitors only need to pay parking fee which is Rp 3.000. It’s open 24 hours.
4. Visiting Nusa Dua Beach
Many opinions say that Nusa Dua Beach is the cleanest beach in Bali. The beach has white sand, friendly waves and shallow waters that is suitable for swimming. Nusa Dua Beach is perfect for visitors who want a relaxed and calm atmosphere. There are no merchants back and forth like on Kuta Beach.
If visitors walk down the beach, on one side they will see a lovely beach and on the other side there is a row of amazing luxury hotels. The sunrise view from Nusa Dua Beach is very beautiful. Nusa Dua Beach is located in Nusa Dua Tourism Area, South Kuta, Badung Regency. No admission, visitors only need to pay parking fee. It’s open 24 hours.
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5. Visiting Jimbaran Beach
Jimbaran Beach has fine sand that is yellowish white. The cleanliness of the beach is always maintained. From this beach visitors can see Ngurah Rai International Airport. Every afternoon many visitors come to the beach to enjoy the beautiful sunset.
In addition Jimbaran Beach is famous for its restaurants that offer seafood with a variety of products such as grilled fish, squid, shellfish, lobster and shrimp. These restaurants set their tables on the beach so that visitors can dine while enjoying the beauty of the sunset. Jimbaran Beach is located in Jimbaran Village, South Kuta, Badung Regency. It’s about 30 minutes from Denpasar. No admission, visitors only need to pay parking fee which is Rp 5.000 for cars and Rp 2.000 for motorbike. It’s open 24 hours.
6. Visiting Legian Beach
Legian Beach is situated next to Kuta Beach. Because they are in a single coastline, the character of Legian Beach is similar to Kuta Beach. The beach has fine white sand and friendly waves. Most visitors spend their time with sunbathing, swimming, surfing and seeing the sunset.
The advantage of Legian Beach is it’s not as crowded as Kuta Beach. Therefore visitors can be more comfortable to enjoy the beauty of the beach. Legian Beach is located in Kuta, Badung Regency. It’s about 9 km from Denpasar. No admission, visitors only need to pay parking fee which is Rp 5.000 for cars and Rp 2.000 for motorbike. It’s open 24 hours.
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7. Visiting Tanjung Benoa Beach
Tanjung Benoa Beach has white sand and calm waves, therefore it is suitable for water sports such as parasailing, snorkeling, sea walking, jet ski, banana boat and rolling donut. The water sport is also offered in the form of tour packages so the cost is cheaper. Visitors are advised to bring spare clothes and wear sandals.
When tired, visitors can take a rest in the gazebo around the beach while drinking coconut water. Tanjung Benoa Beach is located in Tanjung Benoa, South Kuta, Badung Regency. It’s about 22 km from Denpasar. No admission, visitors only need to pay parking fee which is Rp 5.000. Opening hour is 9 am – 4 pm.
8. Visiting Pandawa Beach
Pandawa Beach has clean white sand, calm waves, and pollution-free air. This beautiful beach is hidden behind high limestone cliffs. On this cliff there are statues of the Pandawa who become the icon of the beach. In addition to swimming and enjoying the sunrise, here visitors can rent a canoe to get around Pandawa Beach.
There are also food stalls and massage services that will make visitors feel comfortable spending time here. Pandawa Beach is located in Kutuh Village, South Kuta, Badung Regency. It’s about 27 km from Denpasar. The price of entrance ticket is Rp 8.000 and the parking fee for cars is Rp 5.000 while motorbike is Rp 2.000.
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9. Visiting Petitenget Beach
Petitenget Beach has the same coastline as Kuta Beach and Legian Beach, therefore the beach has white sand and good waves for surfing. However it is not recommended to swim here. Visitors can also go for a stroll along the beautiful beach.
And of course the beautiful sunset is very worth the wait. The beach is not as crowded as Kuta Beach. Petitenget Beach is located in Seminyak, Kuta, Badung Regency. No admission, visitors only need to pay parking fee. It’s open 24 hours.
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10. Visiting Nungnung Waterfall
Nungnung waterfall is located at an altitude of 900 meters above sea level. The waterfall has a height of about 50 meters with a swift stream of water. The beauty of nature, the roar of the waterfall and the fresh air will make visitors happy to spend their time here. This place can be an alternative for visitors who are bored to the beach.
Nungnung Waterfall is located in Plaga Village, Petang, Badung Regency. It’s about 50 km from Denpasar. The price of entrance ticket is Rp 7.500. Opening hour is 8 am – 5 pm.
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11. Visiting Uluwatu Temple
Uluwatu Temple was built during the time of King Sri Haji Marakata ruling in the 11th century. The temple stands on a rock as high as 97 meters jutting into the middle of the ocean. From here visitors can see the beautiful view of the Indian Ocean. Uluwatu Temple is also the best place to see the sunset.TH
Besides, the temple has an open stage for Kecak Dance. The show starts at 6 pm. Uluwatu Temple is located in Pecatu, South Kuta, Badung Regency. The price of entrance ticket is Rp 20.000 for locals and Rp 30.000 for foreigners. To see Kecak Dance, visitors must pay again Rp 100.000. Opening hour is 8 am – 8 pm. Also read: Things to Do near Uluwatu Temple
12. Visiting Taman Ayun Temple
Taman Ayun Temple was built in 1634 by King of Mengwi, I Gusti Agung Putu. It’s a royal temple where the king’s ancestor was glorified. The temple is situated in a beautiful park with trees and ponds that surround it. The temple compound consists of three parts, namely open space, main building, and buildings devoted to gods and goddesses.
Visitors can enjoy the amazing tiered roof of the temple, the unique reliefs and the beautiful sculptures. In addition, not far from Taman Ayun Temple there is a museum that stores the history of ceremonies related to human life, from the womb to death. Taman Ayun Temple is located at Mengwi Village, Badung Regency. It’s about 18 km from Denpasar. The price of entrance ticket is Rp 10.000 for locals and Rp 20.000 for foreigners. Opening hour is 8 am – 6 pm.
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13. Visiting Keraban Langit Temple
Keraban Langit Temple is one of the most important temples in Bali. Uniquely, the temple is located on the edge of a river cliff. When the day of birth or offerings comes, locals pray at this temple for sanctification. Keraban Langit Temple is so sacred that many people meditate here.
In the temple there is a spring that is believed by locals can bring blessings. There are some gods worshiped in this temple like God Vishnu, Queen Gede Lingsir, Queen Ayu and Queen Made. On certain days such as Saraswati and Siwalatri Day, many people come here praying for his request to be answered. Keraban Langit Temple is located in Sading Village, Mengwi, Badung Regency. It’s about 13 km from Denpasar. It’s free entry. Opening hour is 8 am – 5 pm.
14. Visiting Vihara Dharmayana
Vihara Dharmayana is the oldest Buddhist temples in Bali. It was built in 1876. Each year the temple holds a celebration to commemorate the Chinese New Year. There are Barongsai (Lion Dance) and Naga Liong (Dragon Dances) performance. Many people come to see it.
After the Reform Order, Vihara Dharmayana became more open and more visited by foreign tourists, especially those from Taiwan and Korea. Long before that, Dalai Lama had visited this temple in 1982. Vihara Dharmayana is located at Blambangan Street, Kuta, Badung Regency. No admission, opening hour is 9 am – 8 pm.
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15. Visiting Ground Zero Monument
Ground Zero monument was built to commemorate the tragedy of terror attacks on October 12, 2002 in Kuta, Bali. The death toll from the bomb blast reached 202 people. Most victims came from 88 Australians and 38 Indonesians. Every year on October 12, many people from various countries come to gather at the monument in remembrance of the Bali bombing tragedy.
Ground Zero Monument stands gracefully. The simple and elegant architecture is made from carved stones and has a huge marble plaque. The monument written with names as well as nationalities of those who were killed in the attack. Ground Zero Monument is located at Legian Kaja Street, Kuta, Badung Regency. No admission, it’s open 24 hours.
16. Having Fun in Waterbom Bali
Waterbom Bali is a water park suitable for a vacation with family. It’s a world-class slides and rides are built and maintained to strict international safety standards. Waterbom Bali has an area of 3.8 hectares and various games, including smash down, pipe line and boogie ride.
It’s the ultimate escape to relaxation or thrills. Waterbom Bali is located at Kartika Street, Kuta, Badung Regency. The price of entrance ticket is Rp 310.000 for adults and Rp 265.000 for children. Opening hour is 9 am – 6 pm.
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17. Visiting Garuda Wisnu Kencana
Garuda Wisnu Kencana was built in 1997 and inaugurated in 2003. The place is crowded by visitors who want to see the statue of Garuda Wisnu made by famous sculptor, I Nyoman Nuarta. Garuda Wisnu Kencana, which has an area of 240 hectares, is also a great location to enjoy the beauty of the sunset.
In addition, a variety of entertainment is presented in this place from morning to night. Visitors can see the performance of Barong Dance, Kecak Dance, Joged Bumbung dance and Acoustic Music. Gauda Wisnu Kencana is located at Uluwatu Street, Ungasan, South Kuta, Badung Regency. The price of entrance ticket is Rp 70.000 for adults, Rp 50.000 for students and children. Opening hour is 8 am – 10 pm.
18. Visiting Pasifika Museum
Pasifika Museum was founded by a French man, Philippe Augier, on August 8, 2006. The museum stands on an area of 12,000 square meters. It displays various works of art from Asia Pacific. The museum has a collection of 700 paintings and 400 sculptures. Each room features artwork categorized based on the origin of the artist. There are more than 200 artists from 25 countries.
The art collections at the Pasifika Museum are among the most complete in the world. Pasifika Museum is located at Nusa Dua Street, South Kuta, Badung Regency. The price of entrance ticket is Rp 50.000 for locals and Rp 70.000 for foreigners. Opening hour is 10 am – 6 pm.
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19. Visiting Agro Pelaga Tourism
Agro Pelaga Tourism is at an altitude of about 750 meters above sea level. The place has an area of about 18 hectares and cool atmosphere. There are various forms of plants here, ranging from flowers, vegetables and fruits. Visitors can see the process of nursery, planting, maintenance until picking.
There are also poultry, cattle, goats and fish farms. In addition, visitors can do hiking and cycling in its beautiful nature. Agro Pelaga Tourism is located at Petang Village, Pelaga, Badung Regency. The price of entrance ticket is Rp 30.000. Opening hour is 8 am – 5 pm.
20. Visiting Green Turtle Conservation
Green turtle is an animal whose existence is increasingly rare in Indonesia. Therefore, the community established a Green Turtle Conservation on the Turtle Island. Here visitors can see the hatching of green turtle eggs, the care of green turtles, until the release of green turtles back to nature.
To go to the Turtle Island, visitors can rent a glass-bottom boat so that during the trip visitors can see the beauty of the underwater. The cost to rent a boat is Rp 500,000 with a maximum capacity of 10 people. Green Turtle Conservation is located in Turtle Island, Tanjung Benoa, South Kuta, Badung Regency. The price of entrance ticket is Rp 10.000 for adults and Rp 5.000 for children. Opening hour is 8 am – 5 pm.
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21. Visiting Bali Mangrove Forest
Bali Mangrove Forests are located in a busy highway area. The existence of 1,300 hectares of mangrove forest is able to reduce air pollution around it. Bali Mangrove Forest has wooden bridges with a length of 2 km so that visitors can go for a stroll along the area of mangrove forest. From here visitors can also enjoy the beauty of Benoa Bay.
Besides, the mangrove forest is often used for pre-wedding photo location. Bali Mangrove Forest is located at By Pass Ngurah Rai Street, Kuta, Badung Regency. The Price of entrance ticket is Rp 10.000. Opening hour is 8 am – 6 pm.
22. Visiting Indonesia Jaya Reptile Park
Indonesia Jaya Reptile Park has a collection of various reptiles and snakes, ranging from non-venomous to venomous. The park, which has an area of two hectares, is also used as a place for crocodile breeding. Visitors can see the hatching of crocodile eggs and the care of crocodiles.
The most awaited show in Indonesia Jaya Reptile Park is the feeding of crocodiles. Visitors can see the ferocity of crocodiles while eating their prey. Indonesia Jaya Reptile Park is located in Werdhi Buwana Village, Mengwi, Badung Regency. It’s about one hour from Denpasar. The price of entrance ticket is Rp 20.000. Opening hour is 8 am – 5 pm.
23. Visiting Sangeh Monkey Forest
Sangeh Monkey Forest is a protected forest which is dominated by nutmeg trees. The forest has many monkeys that are considered sacred by the surrounding community. The monkeys are famous for their mischievous, such as picking up visitors belongings.
But don’t worry, the monkeys will exchange it for their favorite foods such as bananas and nuts. Sangeh Monkey Forest is located in Sangeh Village, Abiansemal, Badung Regency. The price of entrance ticket is Rp 10.000 for locals and Rp 20.000 for foreigners. Opening hour is 8 am – 6 pm.
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