The benchmarks in a table
| Village | Speciality | Good to know (October 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Mas | woodcarving, masks, Hindu figures | free entry, workshops Monday to Saturday |
| Batuan | ink drawing then muted colours | style born in the 1930s |
| Celuk | silverwork | often combined on the same tour |
| Organised tour | carving, painting, silver | one listing shows about IDR 630,000 per adult and IDR 390,000 per child, to confirm |
In Mas: woodcarving
You can walk into workshops freely: some sit away from the main street, so it pays to follow the side lanes. Carvers take custom orders if you bring photos and agree a size. Short courses of about three hours exist, to book in advance. The Mas style is known for naturalistic forms and figures from Hindu mythology. Compare before buying, haggle politely and ask how the piece will be shipped; see also souvenirs to bring back from Bali.
In Batuan: painting
The Batuan style starts with a detailed black ink drawing, then filled with discreet colours. To see works without buying, the Neka Museum in Ubud presents Balinese painting; for silver, see Celuk.
Getting there
Without a scooter, a driver or a tour avoids the narrow, congested roads around Ubud. Go in the morning, when workshops are open and traffic is calmer.
FAQ
Do you pay to visit Mas? No, access to the village and workshops is free; you only pay for what you buy.
Which days should I go? Monday to Saturday, per the guides consulted.
Can you take a carving class? Yes, courses of about three hours are booked in advance.
What is there to see in Batuan? Painting, in the village galleries.
The Ubud Authority editorial team, October 2026. Tour prices from booking listings, not official.
