What are the best things to do in Ubud?
Top picks in Ubud include Chapel of Mother Goddess, Rajarajeshwari Tripurasundari, Saraswati Temple. See the full list and itinerary on this Ubud travel guide.
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Why visit Ubud
Travel guide for Ubud, Indonesia — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Ubud is a stop in Indonesia, not a country-in-a-weekend. Most people stay 2–4 days. If time is short, prioritise Chapel of Mother Goddess, Rajarajeshwari Tripurasundari, Saraswati Temple instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 40–120 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: November–March for cooler, drier conditions. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Ubud
1
Chapel of Mother Goddess, Rajarajeshwari Tripurasundari
2
Saraswati Temple
Budget
Ubud trip cost
Budget
USD 20–40
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 40–120
per person / day
Luxury
USD 140–230+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Ubud, Indonesia. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Ubud
Estimated total (USD)
$2,040
≈ $1,020 per person · $291 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $80/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Ubud mid-range ground costs (budget 20–40 · mid 40–120 · luxury 140–230+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Bubu Warung
Dewa Warung
Warung Babi Guling Ibu Oka 1
Warung Babi Guling Ibu Oka 2
Pizza Bagus
Sawah Indah Resto Ubud
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Dewi Antara Homestay
Family Guest House
Gustis Garden Bungalows
Jati Home Stay
Bali Traditional Homestay
Shopping
- Ubud Market
- Ganesha Bookstore
- Pondok Pekak Library & Learning Centre
- Sukawati Art Market
- Threads of Life
Nightlife
- The Melting Pot Game Room and Pub
- Bali Pulina
- Seniman Coffee Studio
- Fold
Museums & culture
- Saraswati Temple
In pictures
Ubud gallery
Good to know
Ubud travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Ubud?
November–March for cooler, drier conditions.
How many days do I need in Ubud?
Most travellers spend 2–4 days in Ubud, depending on how many day trips you want in Indonesia.
Where should I stay in Ubud?
Popular stays in Ubud include Dewi Antara Homestay, Family Guest House, Gustis Garden Bungalows. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Ubud cost?
On the ground in Ubud (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 20–40 per person per day, mid-range about 40–120, and luxury about 140–230+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Ubud, Indonesia. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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