Ubud Art Market (Pasar Seni Ubud),Bali

• Hand-painted Balinese paintings (from traditional to contemporary styles)
• Woodcarvings and masks carved in local styles
• Textiles: batik, ikat, sarongs and woven fabrics
• Silver and gemstone jewelry (handmade pieces)
• Souvenirs: bags, hats, small sculptures and home decor
• Nearby Ubud Royal Palace (Puri Saren) and Saraswati Temple directly across the street

• Colorful, open-air rows of stalls with a lively bargaining culture
• Displays of raw craft materials and occasional artisan demonstrations
• Close proximity to cultural landmarks—easy to combine with palace and temple visits
• A mix of tourist-oriented souvenirs and legitimately handmade art pieces
• Seasonal decorations and displays during Balinese festivals

• Browsing and buying art, textiles and souvenirs
• Bargaining politely to reach a mutually agreeable price
• Watching local artisans and seeing examples of traditional craft techniques
• Commissioning custom pieces (paints, carvings, textiles) if you plan ahead
• Combining a market visit with Ubud Palace, Saraswati Temple and nearby cafes

Best time: Early morning (about 07:00–10:30) for the best selection and cooler temperatures; late afternoon (around 16:00–18:00) can offer better bargaining opportunities. Best season: Dry season (April–October) for more comfortable weather.

Tropical climate: warm year-round. Dry season (Apr–Oct) is sunnier; wet season (Nov–Mar) brings heavy, short rains and higher humidity.

No entry fee. Most stalls open around 07:00 and operate until late afternoon (~17:00). Some shops and stalls stay open into the evening for tourists.

Located in central Ubud opposite Puri Saren (Ubud Palace). Nearest major airport: Ngurah Rai International Airport (Denpasar) — roughly 1–1.5 hours by car depending on traffic. Reachable by taxi, private driver, scooter, or organized tours. Note: narrow aisles, uneven walkways and crowded stalls mean limited wheelchair accessibility.

Plan for 1–2 hours to browse comfortably; longer if commissioning custom work.

Lightweight, breathable clothing; comfortable walking shoes. Bring a sun hat and sunscreen for daytime visits, and a light rain jacket during the wet season. Carry small-denomination cash (IDR) for purchases; many small stalls prefer cash.

Look for genuine hand-painted artworks, batik and ikat textiles, woodcarvings, masks, handmade jewelry and woven bags. Nearby warungs and cafes serve Balinese specialties and snacks such as nasi campur, mie goreng and pisang goreng. Popular souvenirs include sarongs, silver pieces, small carved masks and local coffee (Kopi Luwak is available but verify sourcing).