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Uluwatu Temple

(Pura Luhur Uluwatu)
Hindu Temple
Uluwatu, Badung
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    Swiss In Hong Kong .
    "Great and stunning views (cliff) and a nice temple area."(21 Tips)
    abah
    "Don't wear any sunglasses 😎 the monkeys love it!"(10 Tips)
    Balitourify
    "Kecak Dance show."(6 Tips)
    al_al
    "... scenery & catch the kecak dance performance 6-7pm daily, entrance fee IDR 70k per pax..."(4 Tips)
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  • quuid
    quuidJanuary 22, 2018
    a good place to have a walk, very green, a lot of animals and trees, a scenic lookout of course is nice. also you can buy a fresh coconut 🥥 near the exit
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    SteveJanuary 30, 2016
    A great view of Uluwatu temple along the cliff face. Kecak dance from about 5/6pm. Also careful of the monkeys that like to steal hats and glasses.
    Upvoted Jan 27
  • Balitourify
    BalitourifyJune 13, 2018
    Uluwatu sunset tour, Bali half day tour package to visit Uluwatu temple and see the Fire & Kecak Dance show. Half-day driver hire to go to Uluwatu Bali. Read more
  • The Ritz-Carlton
    The Ritz-CarltonAugust 28, 2015
    The temple is perched on a cliff, and offers a quiet place to enjoy one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world. The Kecak dance performance that starts every day at 6 p.m.
  • Jia J.
    Jia JunNovember 27, 2014
    Such a nice place with the beautiful scenery that you couldn't describe with only words! Famous with the sunset scenery~ reminder here, do be careful with the wild monkeys that may grab your things!
  • Eric
    EricAugust 8, 2023
    Remove hat/glasses in the temple if possible; monkeys will sneak up and steal loose items, guaranteed. Get in Kecak line early for good seats facing stairs/gate statues, 4-5 rows up for the best view
  • Angelo V.heart icon on user image
    Angelo VassalloDecember 3, 2018
    Really nice spot. The temple is small but the space overlooking the ocean is spectacular. Especially for the sunset. Also the dance show is really interesting.
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    Ha1thamDecember 29, 2017
    Nice show at sunset, starts at about 6 pm and ends 7. try to take a seating 20 minutes before on the side where you could see the sunset, but not ideal for taking pictures.
  • Ron
    RonAugust 8, 2013
    Amazing views. Crowded at sunset. Watch the monkeys, they'll snatch everything (sunglasses, phones, sandals etc.). Can get a guide with a slingshot for 10 USD :-)
  • Andra C.heart icon on user image
    Andra C.September 3, 2019
    This is probably one of the most scenic places I have visited. Gorgeous! It’s a must! Careful with the monkeys, though.
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    Catsi CatalanNovember 7, 2018
    Shorts are not allowed inside the temple premises but the “sarong” is provided upon entry. There are monkeys going around the temple and one unfortunately stole my companion’s sunglasses.
  • NatashaTheNomad
    NatashaTheNomadMarch 22, 2018
    Amazing temple on a cliff with gorgeous views. But beware of monkeys!!! They’ll steal anything you have loose on you. Even saw a monkey pickpocketing a guy! Disgusting and terrifying
  • Sana K.heart icon on user image
    Sana KJune 21, 2022
    OMG, IG bucket list. Beware of the moneys though. Lady here have trained them to snatch peoples belongings and returns them for a favor.
  • Rashaheart icon on user image
    RashaSeptember 28, 2018
    Nice place @ 🌅. The sunset dance started @ 6pm. But be careful!! There r a lot of 🐒🐒🐒, will catch ur things.
  • Konstantinos C.heart icon on user image
    The place, the temple and the area in general is really unique and beautiful. The show though was nothing special but this is something very traditional for Balinese. It worth to visit
  • Saif A.heart icon on user image
    Saif AhmadJune 17, 2013
    It is not only wonderful as a temple, but the location that mesmerizes much more. The cliff, the waves and the sunset makes it so much worth to go there.
  • Venny F. V.
    Venny F. VenistineApril 14, 2013
    PuraLuhur is a Balinese-Sea-Temple & a Balinese-Directional-Temple at Uluwatu-Bali. It was built in the 11century. Located in PecatuVillage-Kuta. Really spectacular TempleOnCliffTop w' amazing Sunset
  • Swiss In Hong Kong .heart icon on user image
    Definitely! That's a great place. Great and stunning views (cliff) and a nice temple area. Beware of the monkeys 🐒😜
  • Kayumanis P.
    Kecak dance show can be enjoyed daily at Uluwatu Temple on Bali’s southern peninsular. It is performed at sunset against a mesmerizing backdrop elevated on a limestone cliff above the Indian Ocean.
  • N Y.
    N YantyDecember 7, 2013
    It's where you go see the infamous Kecak Dance at this amazing temple area. Beautiful sunset too. Just no lighting after the performance & its very hot, so be prepared.
  • ima ..
    ima .May 11, 2013
    Leave all the shiny things in car for the monkeys have strange obsession about it. Catch the Kecak dance, it has the best stage for it is located on a hill & face directly to sea, beautiful sunset!
  • Ahmed S.
    Ahmed SabbourOctober 12, 2015
    A bit far (350k round trip with Taxi meter from Jimbaran incl. waiting). Views are okayish. Kecak dance (200k) starts at 6 pm. Evth. closed by 7 pm. Overall interesting but not a must do.
  • Kiwi W.heart icon on user image
    Kiwi WangJanuary 13, 2017
    Fire show is great! Amazing view and awesome experience overall. Slow build up but the end is super fun and with the right audience, really funny.
  • Gints B.heart icon on user image
    Gints BērziņšJanuary 24, 2018
    Other temples on Bali is better to visit. At Uluwatu You spend more time to wath out of monkeys, that trys to rob You, than enjoy the temple.
  • ♥Agnes♥
    ♥Agnes♥March 22, 2013
    Great view. Watch out for the monkeys and Keep ur sunglasses! Grab a stick with ya. The monkeys so naughty!! Hee..
  • Jelle V.heart icon on user image
    Jelle Van den EedeApril 3, 2015
    Go here a couple of hours before sunset. The dance costs 100.000 which in my opinion is not worth it. Take off your sunglasses and careful with flip flops because monkeys will take them
  • nuryani p.
    nuryani pertiwiDecember 1, 2015
    Magnificent view... Temples + beach. Beautiful landscape. And you can watch beautiful Kecak Dance with sunset for the background...
  • Pushkar D.heart icon on user image
    Pushkar DandekarJune 11, 2017
    Amazing location. Beautiful view. Wear hats/sunglasses while visiting this place. Also, beware of monkeys.
  • Rio J.heart icon on user image
    Rio JalitFebruary 28, 2016
    The place was so amzing...and breathtaking.. i cant stop taking picture here and there..its a worth vacation for me
  • Samuel
    SamuelJanuary 9, 2013
    Standing on a rocky cliff with wide ocean view as the backdrop, this temple draws much attention from visitors who want to enjoy the sunset or the spectacular show of Kecak dance.
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    VTAugust 5, 2019
    Amazing show in the end of the day (sunset). Very crowded but beautiful
  • Harald A.heart icon on user image
    Harald AnderssonSeptember 16, 2017
    The view is super. Not much trouble with the monkeys. Too bad you can't visit the temple. Sunset during the Kecak dance is wonderful to see.
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    Dewi AliyahJuly 3, 2018
    Watch out of the monkeys! In a second they will grab the eye catching stuff you wearing. Anyway, nice view!
  • styllo83 b.
    styllo83 bailoOctober 27, 2013
    Something unique for kecak dance in here...dont miss it when u in bali...go watch it and grap the experience...👍😎
  • Brooke L.
    Brooke LouiseSeptember 22, 2014
    Worth it for the views and sunset. Klepto monkeys will go for anything not tied down - including thongs/flip flops.
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    Faezeh KmnJune 29, 2019
    Consider that you will face a long and steeped path so dedicate more than 2 hour to enjoy the sceneries.
  • Gema M.
    Gema MolinaSeptember 22, 2013
    Breath-taking views. Don't miss the sunset and the Kechak dance at 5 pm. Btw, don't feed or bother the monkeys and they'll leave you alone.
  • Demi H.heart icon on user image
    Demi HanFebruary 9, 2015
    Must go in Bali! Fantastic views with funny monkeys. Dont miss Kechak dance 6-7pm there. Amaaazing!
  • Trisaheart icon on user image
    TrisaFebruary 15, 2019
    It’s a sacred place, if you want to visit this place with a short pants, you need to cover it, or you can borrow it there
  • Himanshu G.heart icon on user image
    Himanshu GuptaSeptember 30, 2017
    Amazing view! Had a great time watching kecak dance during sunset.
  • Syahrina P.
    Syahrina PahleviSeptember 8, 2013
    If you want to watch Kecak Dance Performance come before sunset..around 5pm. PLEASE Take care your sunglasses, wallet, watches...monkey will catching it for sure..
  • Marilynheart icon on user image
    MarilynMarch 10, 2014
    Great views from the cliff. Lot of walking and very hot. Be aware of the monkeys, they will take hats, sunglasses and anything shiny.
  • Andrew O BC 翁.
    Andrew O BC 翁November 5, 2014
    ........Continue from previous post. IF you want to take back your belongings from the so-called monkey-snatchthief, you must pay a price.
  • Lill C.heart icon on user image
    Lill ChatonMarch 20, 2017
    Enjoy the walk along the cliffs. Hold on your (sun) glasses. If the monkeys grab them you won't get it back!
  • Devang G.heart icon on user image
    Devang GandhiAugust 20, 2018
    Breathtaking views. Take care of belongings especially your shades. Don’t carry food inside the temple as the monkeys smell it easily.
  • Gelpme
    GelpmeFebruary 15, 2012
    Really spectacular temple located on a cliff top.The way lays through forest inhabited by monkeys adept at snatching belonging.Hind: if you have thing taken, locals'll return it in exchange for a tip
  • Syafrian A.
    Syafrian AdianandaAugust 28, 2011
    Pura Luhur is a Balinese Sea Temple and a Balinese Directional Temple at Uluwatu on Bali. It was built in the 11th century. It is located in Pecatu village, Kuta South District of Badung Regency.
  • Mia T.
    Mia ThalibAugust 21, 2013
    A place with a direct and amazing view to the ocean. But be careful with the naughty mongkeys, they love to steal your hat & glasses.
  • Douglas D. G.
    Douglas D. GarriganApril 26, 2015
    Didn't get a chance to see the dance but the temple and view of the ocean is breath taking.
  • Fhinel Cristyl
    Fhinel CristylAugust 23, 2013
    Beware of hungry monkeys who come out of nowhere! Grab a good seat for the Kecak Dance. It's one dance that shouldn't be missed!
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