The safe free bets
| Idea | Where | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Campuhan Ridge Walk | Ubud | Free, about 2 km one way, little shade: go early |
| Tegalalang rice terraces | North of Ubud | Walking is free, but parking or donations to farmers may be asked; swings are paid |
| Pura Taman Saraswati | Central Ubud | Cited as free to visit; sarong and proper dress |
| Sanur beach and promenade | East coast | Public beach, sunrise |
| Sunset on the beach | Canggu, Kuta, Uluwatu | Free viewpoint; drinks extra |
| Markets and village streets | Ubud, Sukawati | Strolling costs nothing |
For walks, see where to run in Ubud and the best beaches in Bali.
Temples and ceremonies: donation
Many temples ask for an entry fee, others accept a donation. Bring a sarong and respect the code: the temple dress code. Processions and village ceremonies are free to watch from the roadside: see the festival calendar. Do not mix with worshippers unless invited.
What is not free
Bali's tourist levy is due on arrival: see hidden fees and the tourist levy. The Ubud Monkey Forest, the best-known waterfalls and rice-field swings are paid. For sunset views without paying, see sunset spots.
FAQ
What is the best-known free walk in Ubud?
The Campuhan Ridge Walk, about 2 km one way.
Are the Tegalalang rice terraces free?
Walking is, but parking fees or donations to farmers may be asked.
Are temples free?
Not all: some charge entry, others ask for a donation.
La rédaction Ubud Authority, information read on 30 October 2026.
