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TRAVEL DIARIES: Ubud Daytrip

February 7, 2011

This post was originally posted in my Bali Hitlist, but I felt it was too long and overwhelming so I decided to make it into a separate post. In one of our Bali trips in 2009 we rented a car to go on a day trip to Ubud. On the way we were amazed by all the art and culture. We stopped by:

  1. Temples
  2. Silver village So cheap & nice here in Bal! 
  3. Glass stores
  4. Furniture stores i.e. rattan, wood, etc.
  5. Art stores i.e. sculpture, paintings, etc.

Since that first trip we went to Ubud several other times. Here are some of my recommendations if you are on a day trip to Ubud.

Warung Ibu Oka

Try roast big Balinese style called Babi guling. This Bali version of lechon is doused in spices. Get “the special” and an extra order of crispy skin. Read my full review here. Spicy suckling pig Babi Guling from Ibu Oka © Jeroxie

ibu-babi-guling

Bali Sterling Silver

There is a village on the way to Ubud that is full of silver shops. Ask your driver to stop on the way. In Ubud itself I found this amazing shop that sells silver in more contemporary designs. Aside from shopping for silver one can also take silver making workshops. More details here.

Shopping for silver in Bali - studio perak ubud3

Sacred Monkey Forest

This was a unique experience for me, however  it is not advise to feed the monkeysor have food in your pocket or bag. They will be able to smell it and they might harass you. Do not wear sunglasses, glasses, or any dangling/hanging objects like necklaces or earrings because they will try to steal it.  You may lose them or have to pay a local to grab your stuff for you.

In Ubud our favourites are  Bridges Bali and Gaya Gelato. For many Naughty Nuri’s is also a must. Pork Ribs at Naughty Nuri’s ©  Adventures of the Traveller Em

nuris

Tegal Sari

If ever you do decide to stay overnight in Ubud, I highly recommend Tegal Sari. It’s cheap but nice and clean They are used to catering to an international clientele. If you’re in a group you can get a cottage in the middle of the rice fields. Check out their rates & rooms online. They have a great spa! Rp85,000/hour  and sooo good. They offer free transpo around town for drop off and pick up.

Gaya Villas

Once we weren’t able to get a room in Tegal Sari, we ended up in Gaya Villas. The Bamboo Villa is our favourite. Gaya has a famous art gallery and arguably the best Gelateria in Indonesia – dare I say Asia? Read more about Gaya Villas, Gaya Gelato and Gaya Artspace.

Gaya Spa Ubud-8

 

Have you ever been to Ubud? What are your favourite finds? Share them in the comments below!

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  1. DIPLO TRAVEL: Bali Hitlist says:
    August 31, 2014 at 1:48 PM

    […] those who are going to Ubud, I did a special post on some of the things that I like in Ubud here. Enjoy your trip to Bali! Thanks again so much to E who passed on this list to me and TD on our […]

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