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Things to Do in Bali
Bali Map and Top Travel Destinations
You might have heard of Ubud, Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur and Canggu. Yet Bali has many more destinations to offer. The most important and areas all across Bali are shown on our Bali maps below.
If you come to Bali for the first time, we suggest you also have a look at the Destination Guide, so you can better decide where to stay and what you can expect. Bali Destination Guide
Bali’s Main Tourist Destinations – Map Overview
Get Ready for Your Bali Trip
Visas Discounts Int. Driving Permit eSIMS & Data Hotels & Resorts Airport Transfer Medical Insurance Customs Form Tourist TaxSouth Bali Map – The south is where most of “Bali happens”
Why is the South of Bali so popular?
Most of Bali's famous and most popular holiday destinations are located in the South. Find out why.
South Bali is the island’s busiest and most developed area, and also the most popular with tourists. This is for good reason. It includes the busy spots Kuta, Legian, Canggu, Seminyak, the calmer areas of Sanur and Nusa Dua, and the surf-oriented Bukit peninsula.
The south is also where Bali’s airport Ngurah Rai is located (DPS Denpasar).
Visitors interested in the cultural aspects of Bali will find plenty to like in Ubud which is located more in the centre of Bali, while the hot spots Canggu, Seminyak, Kuta, Legian are not really known for offering much that you would call the cultural aspects of Bali. ravelers staying here usually boom day tours to explore the temples, rice fields and country side, or stay for a few days for shopping, part and culinary delights, and then move on.
Bali is the island of temples like Tanah Lot and Uluwatu but you won’t really find them in the tourism hotspots.
If you are interested in shopping, South Bali offers thousands of shops, with everything from souvenirs to fashionable clothing and jewelry available at very fair prices.
Seminyak in general is more “boutique” than Kuta or Legian, which goes for restaurants, clubs, villas, resorts and shops alike. While the newly risen star Canggu offers everything – et is crippled by heavy traffic at times.
South Bali is also the best place for dining and nightlife. Local food from all over the Indonesian archipelago awaits you, as well as fusion and international cuisine made by Bali’s many cutting-edge chefs. You can enjoy the freshest seafood on the beach at Jimbaran or rub shoulders with the fun seeking crowds in Kuta and Legian.
Accommodation is available at all levels in the South Bali region, from the most basic backpacker rooms with a bed and a fan for only a few dollars, to five-star hotels, resorts, and private, fully-staffed beachfront villas. Whatever your budget, you are certain to find the right room for you.
The majority of Bali’s most beautiful beaches are in the south, with a wide variety of different options for sun worshipers, and some of the world’s best waves for surfing can be found here, suiting all levels of surfer, from absolute beginner to seasoned pro.
Bali Mountains and Bali Volcanos – Map
Bali has several mountains and Volcanoes that play a major role in Bali’s mysticism and religious rituals. Mount Agung, the main and most important volcano, is more than 3000m high.
Bali Topography Map
Bali is a volcanic island with many highlands where the climate is distinctively different than at the coastal areas. The Bukit Peninsular in the south is much dryer and hotter, if you visit the mountain areas of Batu Karu, Kintamani, Bedugul, Mount Batur and Bali’s Holy Mountain Mount Agung, you will experience a Bali, that most first time visitors would not expect.
Main Destinations with Administrative Regions (Kebupaten)
KEBUPATEN – Bali’s 9 Administrative Regions
Bali is officially divided into 8 regencies, known as kabupaten, and 1 city, each with its own administrative center. These regencies organize Bali for government and administrative purposes, covering specific areas with distinct boundaries. However, this structure may not align with how locals and tourists view the island’s regions.
When people talk about “regions” in Bali, they’re often referring to popular areas like Kuta, Seminyak, Canggu, Sanur, and Ubud—destinations known for their unique vibes, beaches, cultural spots, and attractions. These areas don’t correspond directly with the formal regencies; instead, they’re well-loved neighborhoods or tourism zones that stretch across multiple administrative boundaries.
| No. | Regency/City | Capital | Area (km²) | Population (June 2022) | Districts | Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Badung Regency | Mangupura | 398.75 | 517,969 | 6 | 16 urban / 46 rural |
| 2 | Bangli Regency | Bangli | 526.76 | 255,413 | 4 | 4 urban / 68 rural |
| 3 | Buleleng Regency | Singaraja | 1,322.75 | 827,642 | 9 | 19 urban / 129 rural |
| 4 | Gianyar Regency | Gianyar | 364.36 | 501,870 | 7 | 6 urban / 64 rural |
| 5 | Jembrana Regency | Negara | 849.13 | 325,879 | 5 | 10 urban / 41 rural |
| 6 | Karangasem Regency | Amlapura | 839.32 | 522,729 | 8 | 3 urban / 75 rural |
| 7 | Klungkung Regency | Semarapura | 313.96 | 217,469 | 4 | 6 urban / 53 rural |
| 8 | Tabanan Regency | Tabanan | 849.31 | 465,086 | 10 | 133 rural |
| 9 | Denpasar City | – | 125.87 | 653,136 | 4 | 16 urban / 27 rural |
