Explore the treasures of Bali

Beachwalk Shopping Mall

Beachwalk is the new lifestyle shopping mall on the sun-kissed island of Bali, located by the famous Kuta Beach and just a short walking distance from Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort. Combine your romantic getaway with a shopping spree; or turn a family holiday into a culinary adventure. Featuring over 200 luxury retail stores and a variety of entertainment options, Beachwalk shopping mall offers something for everyone.

Legian Traditional Market

Make your way to the back of the hotel and you will find the hundreds of stores dotting Jalan Legian, the center of shopping in Kuta. Drop in to one of the stores to pick up a stylish swimsuit, locally made bracelets and hair accessories or some famous Balinese coffee and chocolate.

The traditional art market in Kuta is not to be missed when shopping in Bali. The lively street market will leave you inspired and perhaps even help you tone your bargaining skills. It is also the perfect place to shop for inexpensive souvenirs to take home. However, ensure you bring cash as most stalls do not accept credit cards or foreign currency.

Kumbasari Market

For an authentic shopping experience in Bali, head over to the island’s largest traditional market called Kumbasari. Watch the locals shop for all their daily needs including fruit, vegetables, meat and spices, or feast your eyes on the multitude of arts and crafts as well as religious items sold at this market. Adjacent to this area is Sulawesi Street, which features a long stretch of shops specializing in different types of fabrics from traditional songket to ceremonial kebaya materials and Indonesian batik.

Batu Bulan Market

If you are looking for stone sculpture then Batubulan in the Gianyar area is the perfect place to find it. The streets are lined with an amazing array of stonework including statues, water fountains, classic sculptures and modern pieces in a range of different sizes. Most of the shops here will be able to arrange the packing and shipment of any purchases to your home country.

Sukawati Traditional Market

A perfect way to experience the local culture first-hand is to walk in the footsteps of the local people at the Sukawati Market in Ubud, whose art market offers fabulous handicraft pieces and souvenirs at extremely reasonable prices. Please note that during the high season this market can get crowded with domestic tourists all looking for a bargain or two.

Ubud Traditional Market

Make time to visit Ubud, the cultural heartland of Bali. Located in the mountainside, the area has many art galleries featuring celebrated local painters. A visit to the Rudana Gallery, Neka Gallery or Antonio Blanco Museum is a must if you appreciate fine art. Pick up a piece or two for a memento of your unique trip to Bali. Visit these markets and shopping malls to experience a true shopper’s paradise in Bali. Contact our Concierge to assist with directions and / or transportation.

Bali is known as the “Island of a Thousand Temples” and there are several temples not to be missed, although it will be hard to visit them all in one day. Here are some recommendations on the temples that are well worth seeing when exploring the many tourist attractions in Bali.

When visiting temples please respect the local customs. Wearing appropriate attire is encouraged, and if you wear long pants or a long skirt you will need a sash tied around the waist. If you are wearing shorts you will need a sarong. Most of the temples will hire out these items of clothing which can be worn during your time at the sacred sites.

Please contact our Concierge at (62)(361) 846-5555 should you need any further assistance for getting around.

Pura Luhur Uluwatu, Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort

Pura Luhur Uluwatu

Pura Luhur Uluwatu was built in the 11th century. This cliff top temple is one of the island's most spectacular temples, overlooking the surf at Uluwatu. During traditional ceremonies and celebrations such as Galungan Day, people from all over the island travel here to worship.

Pura Ulun Danu near Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort

Pura Ulun Danu

Pura Ulun Danu Bratan or Pura Bratan is the second most important temple in Bali after Mother Temple Besakih. The temple was built in 1926 and is dedicated to the worship of the goddess of lakes and rivers, Dewi Batari Ulun Danu.

Mother Temple of Besakih, Pura Besakih Bali

Pura Besakih

Pura Besakih is a temple complex located in the village of Besakih on the side of Mount Agung and is known as the Mother Temple. Pura Besakih is one of the most important and holiest temples in Bali and its history dates back over 1,000 years.

Pura Tanah Lot near Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort

Pura Tanah Lot

Tanah Lot which means “Land in the Middle of the Sea” is probably the most famous temple in Bali. The temple sits on a large offshore rock which offers a very spectacular sight especially during sunset. The Tanah Lot Temple has been a part of Balinese mythology for centuries. It is one of seven sea temples around the Balinese coast. Each of the sea temples was established within eyesight of the next to form a chain along the southwestern coast. However, the temple had significant Hindu influence as well.

Pura Taman Ayun near Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort

Pura Taman Ayun

Taman Ayun is located in Mengwi Village and is a Royal Temple of the Mengwi Kingdom. Taman Ayun literally means “beautiful garden” and it is one of the most important temples on the island.

Tirta Empul Temple, Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort

Tirta Empul

Tirta Empul Temple is famous for its holy waters and is where Hindu Balinese people go for purification rituals. The spring water in this temple is sacred and thought to have healing properties.