Highlights
Day access to the lakefront temple park: gardens, paths, photo lookouts, and lakeside shrines (outer areas). The main inner sanctum remains for worshippers only.
About this experience
Bali’s “floating temple” on Lake Beratan—cool mountain air, mirror-still water, and those tiered meru shrines that seem to sit on the lake. Come early for mist and glassy reflections; stay long enough to wander the gardens and viewpoints.
What's included
- Day access to the lakefront temple park: gardens, paths, photo lookouts, and lakeside shrines (outer areas). The main inner sanctum remains for worshippers only.
Who it's for
- All ages. Flat paths with some steps; cooler climate (~1,200—1,500 m) compared to South Bali.
What you'll do
- Walk the lakeside grounds, shoot the classic “floating” angles, and optionally hire a traditional boat or swan pedal boat for temple views from the water (paid on site).
Before you go
- Hours: typically 07:00—19:00 daily (some listings show 08:00—18:00—arrive early if you want first light).
- Tickets (foreign visitors): IDR 75,000 adult / IDR 50,000 child (5—10); buy at the gate. Small cash recommended; card acceptance is inconsistent.
- Dress: modest temple attire in the grounds; sarong/sash are used for sacred areas. Respect barriers; inner shrines are not for sightseeing.
Good to know
- Location: Danau Beratan, Candikuning, Baturiti, Tabanan (Bedugul)—about 1.5—2 h from Ubud / 2—3 h from Seminyak depending on traffic.
- Boats: short lake loops are available from on-site operators (typical prices start around IDR 100k—200k per boat, cash).
Why this is worth it
Easy, photogenic, cooler temps. Go early, dress respectfully, and consider a short boat ride for the postcard reflection shot.