Sanur Night Market (Pasar Sindhu),Bali
Sanur Night Market (Pasar Sindhu) is a bustling evening food market that reflects Sanur’s hybrid identity as a traditional Balinese fishing village and a relaxed seaside tourist town. It’s important culturally as a daily gathering place where locals and visitors share Balinese street food, informal social life, and small-scale commerce. The market contributes to local livelihoods and preserves coastal culinary traditions (especially seafood and Balinese street snacks).




Places to visit
- Seafood grills (ikan bakar) and fresh catch stalls
- Satay, sate lilit (Balinese fish satay) and ayam betutu-style dishes
- Local rice plates (nasi campur / nasi campur Bali) and mixed rice stalls
- Traditional Balinese and Indonesian snacks (pisang goreng, dadar gulung, serabi)
- Coffee stalls serving Kopi Bali and kopi tubruk
- Small souvenir and handicraft stalls
- Close proximity to Sindhu Beach and the beach promenade
Unique Aspects
- Open-air, casual communal seating — very social and lively
- Combination of authentic local food with tourist-friendly options
- Beach-adjacent atmosphere with sea breeze and often simple lighting and plastic tables
- Family-run stalls and small-scale vendors offering home-style recipes
- Crowded, sensory-rich environment: strong food aromas, sizzling grills, and bargaining
Things to do
- Eat a seafood dinner and sample several Balinese street-food specialties
- Try regional specialties such as sate lilit and ayam betutu-influenced dishes
- Walk to the adjacent Sindhu Beach after dining for a relaxed post-meal stroll
- Photograph the vibrant market scenes and food close-ups
- Chat with vendors and discover family recipes and local recommendations
- Shop for small souvenirs, snacks and locally made handicrafts
Best Time to Visit
Evenings, typically 18:00–22:00. Visit earlier (around 18:00–19:30) to avoid the busiest crowd and to get freshly grilled seafood. Dry season (April–October) offers more comfortable visiting conditions.
Weather Conditions
Tropical coastal climate: warm and humid year-round. Expect sudden showers during the wet season (November–March). Evenings often benefit from a sea breeze.
Entry Fees & Permits
No entry fee. Typical vendor hours: roughly 17:00–23:00, though some stalls open later or close earlier. Exact times vary by vendor and season.
Accessibility
Located along Jalan Danau Tamblingan / Sindhu area in Sanur, a short walk from Sindhu Beach and the Sanur promenade. About 20–30 minutes by car from Ngurah Rai (Denpasar) International Airport depending on traffic. Accessible by taxi, ride-hailing (Grab), local bemos, and many hotels provide easy access. Note: the market is crowded and uneven in places—wheelchair access is limited.
Recommended Duration
1–2 hours to sample multiple dishes, explore the stalls, and walk to the nearby beach afterward.
Clothing & Gear Tips
Light, breathable clothing; comfortable shoes for standing and walking; small umbrella or light rain jacket in wet season; mosquito repellent; a small torch can help with menus in dim areas.
Local Food & Souvenirs
Must-try foods: ikan bakar (grilled fish), sate lilit, nasi campur, pisang goreng, serabi, and local coffee. Souvenirs: packeted local snacks, small handicrafts, sarongs, simple jewelry sold by nearby stalls. Carry cash (small denominations) — many vendors do not accept cards; mobile payments are slowly increasing but not universal.