Museums – Denpasar

Denpasar's museums tell the story of Bali's history, art and crafts in one place. The main ones are in the city centre and Sanur, while Ubud's art museums are a day trip away.

Combined ticket

There is no combined ticket; each museum charges a small separate entry fee.

Free admission days

There are no fixed free days; some galleries such as Sanggraha Kriya Asta are always free.

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  1. Museum Bali

    The main museum beside Puputan Square, with archaeology and ethnography in Balinese-style pavilions.

    Category
    History museum
    Duration
    1.5 h
    Price
    $
    Best time
    Morning, before the heat builds.

    Tip: Labels are limited, so pick up a guide leaflet.

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  2. Bajra Sandhi Monument and Museum

    A large monument museum in Renon telling Bali's struggle through dioramas.

    Category
    History museum
    Duration
    1.3 h
    Price
    $
    Best time
    Weekday mornings.

    Tip: Visit the top-floor terrace for views over Renon park.

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  3. Neka Art Museum (Ubud)

    Outside the city – about 1 hours

    Ubud's leading art museum, tracing the history of Balinese painting across several pavilions.

    Category
    Art museum
    Duration
    2 h
    Price
    $$
    Best time
    Morning, ahead of the crowds.

    Tip: Plan it with other Ubud museums on the same day.

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  4. Puri Lukisan Museum (Ubud)

    Outside the city – about 1 hours

    Bali's oldest modern art museum, with classic and contemporary works set in gardens.

    Category
    Art museum
    Duration
    1.5 h
    Price
    $$
    Best time
    Morning, while it is cool.

    Tip: Leave time to relax in the gardens.

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  5. Werdhi Budaya Art Centre

    The hub of Balinese arts, with galleries, stages and an open-air theatre.

    Category
    Gallery
    Duration
    1.5 h
    Price
    $
    Best time
    During the June-July arts festival.

    Tip: Check the festival schedule beforehand.

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  6. Le Mayeur Museum

    The former home and studio of Belgian painter Le Mayeur on Sanur beach.

    Category
    Art museum
    Duration
    45 min
    Price
    $
    Best time
    Morning, combined with a beach walk.

    Tip: The paintings hang in a small house and it is rarely crowded.

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  7. Sanggraha Kriya Asta Handicraft Centre

    A state-run gallery displaying and selling Balinese handicrafts.

    Category
    Gallery
    Duration
    1.3 h
    Price
    Free
    Best time
    Weekday daytime.

    Tip: Fixed prices make it easy to buy souvenirs without haggling.

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  8. Kite Museum (Sanur)

    A small museum on Bali's giant kite tradition and its colourful examples.

    Category
    Science museum
    Duration
    40 min
    Price
    $
    Best time
    In the July-August kite season.

    Tip: Short and ideal for visiting with children.

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