The benchmarks in a table
| Question | Benchmark (October 2026) |
|---|---|
| Foreign adult ticket | about IDR 50,000; IDR 25,000 for children aged 5 to 10 (one guide cites IDR 25,000 for Indonesians) |
| Hours | 8 am to 5 pm in most listings, 8 am to 6 pm in a local press article |
| Museum | museum entry is included in the ticket |
| Visit length | about an hour |
| Location | central Klungkung, on the east road |
Prices and hours vary by source, some even mentioning free entry: book nothing in advance and keep small change.
What you see
The complex is a former court of justice of the Klungkung kings. The court pavilion and the floating pavilion (Bale Kambang) are covered in wayang-style paintings, with Bhima Swarga scenes showing punishments in the afterlife. A guided visit helps you read the panels; without a guide, rely on the museum labels.
Fitting Klungkung into the east road
Klungkung is a good stop between Ubud and the east of the island. Combine it with the Goa Lawah bat cave, then with the Taman Ujung water palaces or Tirta Gangga. A private driver runs this circuit without you driving.
FAQ
How much is Kerta Gosa? About IDR 50,000 for a foreign adult per 2026 guides, to confirm.
How long does it take? About an hour.
Is the visit guided? Optional; a guide helps explain the paintings.
What is nearby? Goa Lawah, Taman Ujung and Tirta Gangga on the east road.
The Ubud Authority editorial team, October 2026. Prices and hours from guides, not official.
