Things To Do With Kids In Bali: The Best Activities With Children
There are so many fun activities to do as a whole family in Bali that you will never be bored. In about an hour, you can go from beach towns to the jungle and then it’s not far to mountains and active volcanoes!
Whether you like traditional dance, making t-shirts, seeing key temples, strolling through a coffee plantation, making t-shirts, etc. there’s a fun day out waiting for you here on the island!
Spending time in Bali with kids is a great privilege as the island is the perfect place for families of all ages. The people, the culture and the vibe are all very family-friendly.
So here are our 85 things to do with children in Bali!
Things To Do With Kids In Bali: The Best Bali Attractions For Children
1. Ubud Monkey Forest
The sacred monkey forest in Ubud is one of Bali’s most famous spots and it’s a great place to meet monkeys in their natural habitat.
Just don’t get too close to them, monkeys can be a touch unpredictable as they are wild animals.
Where Is It? Ubud Monkey Forest, Jl. Monkey Forest, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
2. Waterbom Bali
Waterbom is Bali’s best waterpark now that Splash has closed and if you’re spending time in Bali with kids, you have to visit.
The thrill of zipping down the major water slides here is better than any of the other water sports and requires far less training.
Where Is It? Jl. Kartika Plaza, Tuban, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
3. Nusa Dua Beach
Nusa Dua Beach is one place that people in Bali with kids flock to. That’s because its jam packed with high-end international 5-star resorts and their associated kids’ clubs.
No matter how much of a big group your family is, you will find a place for you all to stay in Nusa Dua. The beach is very nice too.
Where Is It? Nusa Dua, Badung Regency, Bali
4. Hike An Active Volcano At Mount Batur
If you fancy a walk on the wild side, then climbing an active volcano has to be on your bucket list. Enjoy Bali with kids by climbing the volcano together.
Then, when you get to the top enjoy cooking eggs in volcanic steam as you appreciate one of the best sunrise spots on the island.
Where Is It? Bangli Regency, Bali
5. Tirta Empul Temple
This temple near Ubud is all about purification rituals and you and your kids can enjoy bathing in sacred spring water to ensure the safety of your souls.
It’s a very pleasant ritual and Tirta Empul Temple is a lot more fun than many of the other temples here in Bali for little ones.
Where Is It? Tampaksiring, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80552
6. Breakfast With Orangutans At Bali Zoo
There are many things you can do in Bali with kids that you can do anywhere but can you drink soft drinks and eat breakfast with orangutans anywhere else?
We don’t think so. This is a great tradition at Bali Zoo and everyone who goes falls in love with the great apes.
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Singapadu, Singapadu, Kec. Sukawati, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80582
7. Bali Farm House
Bali’s largest outdoor playground is a great place. It’s in the foothills of Bedugul and also has a bunch of petting zoo creatures to play with!
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Singaraja-Denpasar, Pancasari, Kec. Sukasada, Kabupaten Buleleng, Bali 81161
8. Mai Main Playground
This Canggu-based playground is considered to be the largest facility of its kind on the island and they even have a bunch of fun classes for the whole family.
Where Is It? Jl. Padang Linjong No.8, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 8035
9. Dolphin Watching Lovina
Lovina is the place to enjoy watching dolphins in their natural habitat and you can get a boat from the beach each morning to get out and see these incredible creatures.
Where Is It? Lovina, Bali
10. Deer Spotting At Menjangan Island
Not only can you meet Bali’s only wild deer population on this island but it’s also home to some black monkeys which are very different from the monkey forest monkeys.
Where Is It? West Bali National Park, Bali
11. Bali Safari & Marine Park
You can meet over 100 species of animals at Bali Safari & Marine Park. From Komodo Dragons to the Bali Mynah bird, they’re all here!
Where Is It? Jl. Prof. Dr. Ida Bagus Mantra No.Km. 19,8, Serongga, Kec. Blahbatuh, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80551
12. Baby Turtle Release
There are lots of turtle release programs in Bali but one of our favourites is The Bali Sea Turtle Society in Kuta. An amazing place to learn about these creatures and put them back in the wild.
Where Is It? Jl. Pantai Kuta, Kuta, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
13. Bali Equestrian Centre
If your little ones love horses, then this riding centre in Canggu is the ideal place to get on a pony or a horse and take a safe ride.
Where Is It? Perumahan Canggu Asri Jl. Karang Suwung, Brawa, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
14. Mason Elephant Park
If you’ve ever wanted to wash and feed elephants then the Mason Elephant Park is the place to go. These Javanese elephants are fully domesticated.
Where Is It? Jalan Elephant Safari Park Banjar Desa Taro Tegallalang, Taro, Kec. Tegallalang, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80561
15. Bali Bird Park
With more than 250 species of bird and thousands of birds (including most of the major Indonesian species) this can be a really fun day out for a family.
Where Is It? Jl. Serma Cok Ngurah Gambir Singapadu, Batubulan, Kec. Sukawati, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80582
16. Berawa Art House
Bali with kids isn’t the same without a trip to Berawa Art House which is a beautiful warm studio where children can learn to do different art forms.
Where Is It? Jl. Tegal Sari No.38, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
17. The BLANCO Renaissance Museum
If your kids love art then the Blanco Museum is all about the life of the world-famous artist Antonio Blanco. The gardens and temple on this site are lovely too.
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Campuhan, Sayan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
18. Rusters Pottery
If you want to make clay creations then this is the place to go, though we have to warn you that you need to choose your piece carefully as some things take a very long time to cure and fire.
Where Is It? Rusters Pottery Workshop, l. Raya Jl. Raya Kengetan No.44, Singapadu Kaler, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
19. Jewelry Classes
Making your own jewellery isn’t something you can do every day but this awesome workshop in ubud makes creating necklaces, rings and earrings a doddle!
Where Is It?
20. Devdan Theatre
Devdan is Bali’s answer to the Cirque De Soleil. It’s a stunning hour-long show which explains a lot about some Indonesian islands. It’s wonderful to watch.
Where Is It? Komplek, Jl. ITDC Nusa Dua, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80363
21. Bali Butterfly Park
Bali Butterfly Park is an amazing place with all the butterfly species known on the island as well as a few exotic creatures that have been brought in to entertain visitors.
If your kids love frolicking with gentle creatures, this is the perfect place to bring them when the hotel kids club kicks out.
Where Is It? Br.Sandan Lebah, Jl. Batukaru No.76, Sedandan, Kec. Tabanan, Kabupaten Tabanan, Bali 82115
22. Uluwatu Temple
The world-famous Uluwatu Temple is one of Bali’s most striking sights. It sits on a steep cliff above the ocean and the sunsets really bring the place to life.
Uluwatu Temple is also home to the world’s most larcenous pack of monkeys, so make sure to keep your possessions close to you when you go.
Where Is It? Uluwatu Temple, Pecatu, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali
23. Tegallalang Rice Terraces
There are many beautiful rice terraces in Bali, but Tegallalang Rice Terraces are probably the most famous. That’s because these rice terraces are a short ride out of Ubud.
That makes them ideal for a quick family-friendly day trip.
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Tegallalang, Tegallalang, Kec. Tegallalang, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80561
24. Cooking Classes
If your kids love to be well-fed and stay away from the soft drinks then they might enjoy a cooking class. They will also then learn why you don’t drink tap water and always drink bottled water in Bali.
Where Is It? Various
24. AeroXSpace Adventure
This place is awesome if you love to run and jump then it’s the place for you. They have obstacle courses, zip lines, wall climbing and so much more!
Where Is It? Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai No.999, Sidakarya, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80224
25. Bali Climbing
If you’re serious about wall climbing as a family there are several venues that will be happy to welcome you and help you improve your skills here on the island.
Where Is It? Various
26. Paintball Canggu
What could be more fun when in Bali with kids than taking them out and shooting them repeatedly? There’ll be no harm done when it’s at paintball too!
Where Is It? Jl. Kahyangan No.32, Buduk, Kec. Mengwi, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351
