Category Ubud, Monkey Forest & Campuhan

Bali · UBUD, MONKEY FOREST & CAMPUHAN

The 15 Best Things to Do in Ubud

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Ubud is where most Bali trips slow down, and it rewards a good guide. Here are the best things to do in Ubud: the Monkey Forest and the Campuhan ridge walk, jungle swings over the valley, terrace-and-temple loops that string the highlights into one day. Each is priced, rated by the people who went, and laid out so you can choose a half day or a full one.

All-Inclusive Ubud Private Tour

All inclusive Ubud private tour - Stop 1: Puseh Batuan Temple and the value of a proper temple entry

1.All-Inclusive Ubud Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14,344 reviews · from $100Our pick

A private 8–10 hour Ubud day with Monkey Forest, rice terraces, sacred spring water temple, waterfall, lunch, and a swing. All fees included.

“Fantastic guide (Dee Dee) who was good fun and took us to see all the sites around Ubud plus shopping at artisan workshops. Really enjoyed everything we did - the Monkey Forest, swing experience (!) and water purification at the temple especially. Really recommend this as a way to see Ubud in a short time.”

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Best of Ubud Full-Day Tour with Jungle Swing

Best of Ubud Full-Day Tour with Jungle Swing - Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary: Wildlife, Shade, and Temple Energy

2.Best of Ubud Full-Day Tour with Jungle Swing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,571 reviews · from $56

Private Ubud full-day tour with Monkey Forest, Tegalalang terraces, Tirta Empul, Tegenungan waterfall, and jungle swing, with pickup.

“This was an amazing trip, Hendra our guide made the day so good. We visited the Rice Terrace early so very few people & then onto the swing! Amazing to do, at 61, it felt brilliant. No queues as we were early & Hendra takes great pictures. The Temple was like no other we have visited, perfectly serene. Hendra made the day even better for us. Book it, you wont be disappointed.”

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Ubud: Monkey Forest, Jungle Swing, Rice Terrace, and Water Temple

Ubud: Monkey Forest, Jungle Swing, Rice Terrace, and Water Temple - Pickup and timing: why a private setup matters in Ubud traffic

3.Ubud: Monkey Forest, Jungle Swing, Rice Terrace, and Water Temple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,160 reviews · from $31

Private Ubud day with Monkey Forest, jungle swing, Tegalalang rice terraces, Tirta Empul, and Tegenungan Waterfall. Pickup included.

“We had a fantastic day with our driver and guide Adi! He went out of his way to make sure we had a great Ubud experience. He was very knowledgeable about all of the stops and the Balinese culture generally (no matter what random questions we may have asked). The car was very comfortable and we were provided bottles of water for the day. We highly recommend this experience (and Adi particularly) to anyone looking to explore Ubud.”

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Best of Ubud 1-Day Private Tour

Best of Ubud 1-Day Private Tour - Batuan Temple and Tegenungan Waterfall: two very different kinds of wow

4.Best of Ubud 1-Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,451 reviews · from $54

Private 1-day Ubud tour with Monkey Forest, Batuan Temple, Tegenungan Waterfall, and Tegalalang Rice Terraces plus free time in town.

“Good tour. Saw highlights of ubud and had a good local lunch. Friendly and knowledgeable guide. Recommend”

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Bali: Ubud Palace Legong Dance Show Ticket

Bali: Ubud Palace Legong Dance Show Ticket - Getting in at Ubud Palace: meeting point and entry flow

5.Ubud Palace Legong Dance Show Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,979 reviews · 1h 30m · from $6Best value

See Legong Kraton at Ubud Palace for $6. A 90-minute Balinese court dance with gamelan music, gold costumes, and practical tips.

“The show was very interesting. It’s good to know that Balinese music is quite unique and specific, so it might not be for everyone’s taste, but overall it was a beautiful cultural experience and I’m really glad we went.”

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Body Massage Experience in Ubud Traditional Spa

Body Massage Experience in Ubud Traditional Spa - Pickup, meeting point, and how to plan your timing

6.Body Massage Experience in Ubud Traditional Spa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,506 reviews · from $21

Ubud Traditional Spa full-body Balinese massage with tea, fruit and pickup. Choose oil and pressure for calm in about two hours.

“Nice and relaxing massage. Lusi and Tini did a wonderful job. The staff is very welcoming, friendly and clean with a very peaceful surrounding. Highly recommend the place.”

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Bali: Ubud Kecak and Fire Dance Show Tickets

Bali: Ubud Kecak and Fire Dance Show Tickets - Timing in Ubud: Gate Hours and the 19:00 Start

Ubud Cooking Class Bali with Balinese Chef

Ubud Cooking Class Bali with Balinese Chef - The Ubud Traditional Art Market stop: quick, useful, and included

8.Ubud Cooking Class Bali with Balinese Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,609 reviews · from $35

Hands-on Balinese cooking class in Ubud with a traditional market stop, English coaching, and a full lunch or dinner you cook yourself.

“Beginnend mit einer Führung über den Markt über den im Preis inbegriffenen Shuttle Service zur Cooking Class bis hin zu den Köchen war alles perfekt! Es war total spaßig und am Ende aßen alle zusammen ihre selbstgekochten Gerichte. Wir wurden sogar noch kostenlos zurück zum Ubud Palace gebracht!”

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Electric Cycling Tour of Ubud with Free Hotel Transfer and Lunch

Electric Cycling Tour of Ubud with Free Hotel Transfer and Lunch - Price and value: what $41 buys you

Best of Ubud Attractions: Private All-Inclusive Tour

Best of Ubud Attractions: Private All-Inclusive Tour - Tegalalang Rice Terrace: The Best Way to Start

Private Day Tour: The Highlight of Ubud

Private Day Tour: The Highlight of Ubud - Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary: temples, macaques, and easy walking

11.Private Day Tour: The Highlight of Ubud

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,136 reviews · from $68

Private Ubud day tour: Monkey Forest, Tirta Empul, Tegalalang rice terraces, Tegenungan waterfall, Goa Gajah, and art villages.

“Juni was a great guide. He was very friendly and knowledgeable. Always ready to give good insight and make sure we were happy with the tour.”

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Ubud Silver Class Jewelry making in bali

Ubud Silver Class Jewelry making in bali - What You Can Make (and How to Choose a Design)

12.Ubud Silver Class Jewelry making in bali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 978 reviews · from $36

Learn Balinese silver jewelry making in Ubud at Delodsema. Create a ring or pendant with included silver, snacks, and skilled guides.

“One of my favorite activities we did in Bali. If you are looking for a different experience and a cool souvenir to take home from your trip this is the place! it was so interesting and fun to see the process of making the ring from start to finish. The workers were so helpful and made sure our rings turned out beautiful. I also appreciated how they made sure we got to utilize all our silver. My one friend was able to make 5 rings!”

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Discover The Best of Ubud: All-Inclusive and Private Guided Tour

Discover The Best of Ubud: All-Inclusive and Private Guided Tour - The driver-guide and car setup: Wi‑Fi, A/C, and safer road skills

13.Discover The Best of Ubud: All-Inclusive and Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 909 reviews · from $30

Private Ubud highlights with pickup, Wi‑Fi, monkey forest, rice terraces, Ulu Petanu swim stop, Tirta Empul, coffee plantation, optional lunch.

“Kancil was very friendly, courteous and very helpful and full of information about Bali and Indonesia. Really enjoyed very much spending day with him in this beautiful island.”

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Ubud Hot Springs and Waterfall Private Guided Tour

Ubud Hot Springs and Waterfall Private Guided Tour - Ubud in one day: the route is built around variety

PRIVATE Authentic Balinese Cooking Class in Ubud at Putu’s Home

PRIVATE Authentic Balinese Cooking Class in Ubud at Putu's Home - The Five-Dish Plan: What You’ll Cook (and Why It Matters)

15.PRIVATE Authentic Balinese Cooking Class in Ubud at Putu’s Home

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 644 reviews · from $75

Private Balinese cooking class in Ubud with Putu and family. Cook five dishes from garden ingredients, learn spices and culture, eat together.

“Three friends and I signed up for this class and received an amazing experience. Putu and her family were gracious and she did an excellent job of explaining the temples typical of a Balinese household. We also enjoyed her farm tour and usiRead more”

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