Ubud Traditional Art Market

Ubud Traditional Art Market

Ubud Traditional Art Market
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Ubud Traditional Art Market is one of Bali’s best markets, selling a variety of authentic and artisanal goods by the locals. You'll be able to find unique silk scarves, handmade crockery, and woven bags—perfect as a souvenir of Bali to bring home to your loved ones. Head to the market’s east for a more traditional Indonesian experience, where you’ll find locals buying fresh produce and groceries. If you want to learn more about the market and Balinese crafts, be sure to join a local market tour which typically includes other top Bali attractions. – Tripadvisor
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  • princessadventure
    Perth, Australia399 contributions
    Touristy
    Hundreds of stalls all selling the same mass produced goods. More Nik-naks and polyester clothing than actual art BUT the people are charming and funny. You may find something you fancy in which case know your price you want to pay before you begin.
    Visited December 2022
    Travelled solo
    Written 11 December 2022
  • KHillery
    Meadowbrook, Australia389 contributions
    If your bored, why not. But don’t go out of your way
    Let’s be honest, this is not an Art Market. This is a bunch of stalls that all sell the same thing as many other markets in Thailand and Fiji do. They sell what they think the tourists will buy. The same tourist items just with Bali painted on it. Also watch for kids pick pocketing, (which I I want to clarify that this was the only time in Bali we saw this happen) . I was deeply disappointed but I have read good reviews for pre Covid times, so maybe in a few years it will get back to that. Cars also drive down the Middle of the markets as they are a functioning street.
    Visited February 2023
    Written 5 February 2023
  • MJNTRAVEL
    Vancouver Island, Canada81 contributions
    Bali souvenirs
    I always like to support local people, it is important, to make a contribution. However this is not an art market , it is stalls selling souvenirs and they are mainly selling the same items. A level or bartering is welcomed, you are paying a tourist premium on items
    Visited February 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 24 February 2023
  • ADB000
    Melbourne, Australia332 contributions
    Same old tourist offerings - nothing special
    This is a good enough place to waste a half hour or so on a walk-through. This market is now on Jalan Karna - up the street from the Jalan Raya Ubud/Monkey Forest Road corner where a large building is under construction. Lots of the same tourist offerings on show, but with nothing special or different from other things on offer in Ubud. This place is not to be confused with the other (probably bigger and better) "Art Market" in Jalan Kajeng (beside Starbucks off Jalan Raya Ubud).
    Visited March 2023
    Written 3 March 2023
  • Bruno790
    Australia36 contributions
    Markets and treasure for all.
    Great market to walk around and find local treasures. The art work is nice and you can haggle with the locals. They are so talented and friendly. Find a deal and they will pack it to take home. Bought some beautiful hand drawn oil paintings and hand carved wood pieces. Made some new friends and enjoyed supporting the local who are delightful people earning an honest wage.
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 18 March 2023
  • Steven S
    Pattaya, Thailand737 contributions
    Worth a walk around
    Being housed in a building makes it easier to navigate your way around. Vendors are all selling the same souvenirs but most of the vendors are selling clothing. Haggling for a reasonable price is a necessity. If you don't haggle you are throwing your money away. Many other vendors all selling the same stuff around the area.
    Visited May 2023
    Written 9 June 2023
  • Gita P
    19 contributions
    Bali Market for tourists
    This is the place to get your clothes, souvenirs, and other Balinese work of art. You can haggle the price and most of the vendors will work with you. Since this is a massive place and you'll see a lot of the same stuff, definitely roam around first and see what works best for you. One piece of advice Take Cash because no credit cards are accepted.
    Visited May 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 10 June 2023
  • Lin_Sg
    Singapore, Singapore206 contributions
    Lots of knick knacks and souvenirs
    If you enjoy strolling down streets lines with shops and pop-ups, lots of little lanes branching off with more little shops and hidden cafes, you’ll enjoy spending a few hours here. I did find that after the first 20 mins of ooh-ing and ahh-ing at the paintings, sarongs, batiks, bags, incense sticks and scented oils, jewellery, woven bakers bags and wooden bowls, etc., it got quite repetitive. Regardless, it was an enjoyable experience and the group of us did all manage to pick up a couple of souvenirs and gifts for friends and family back home. I’d recommend going early around 10am when most shops start to open, stay for a couple of hours, then have lunch in the area.
    Visited June 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 4 July 2023
  • Dan L
    Bunbury, Australia7,271 contributions
    So much of the same!
    Great place to visit if looking for souvenirs, statues, clothing, woven bags and baskets or a plethora of other Balinese artisan products. There are many stalls, both in the main buildings and adjacent. Merchandise is repetitive and we tended to walk more quickly after the first half hour or so. The are a number of Art Markets in Ubud and I think that I prefer the street type rather than wending my way through a grand building. Still worth visiting and handily located on the Main Street.
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 27 August 2023
  • Merryheart
    Singapore, Singapore903 contributions
    Market with bargain prices
    Many stalls selling various varieties of decorative items, clothing, household items etc. It was very humid & stuffy inside. To get a good deal, one has to bargain & pay only when the price is what you are willing to pay. You get a better offer price if you can converse in Bahasa. The quality of the merchandise varies so it will be advisable to inspect before paying.
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 12 November 2023
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Larry M
Vientiane, Laos1,386 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Couples
As usual, you must haggle with the vendors in this type of market that caters to 99% tourists, looking to buy souvenirs of their holiday vacation. The usual Balinese fare here: shirts, wood carvings, cheap jewelry, risqué items, toys, paintings, shoes, sarangi, ex cetera…spend an hour traipsing through.
Written 12 November 2023
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Merryheart
Singapore, Singapore903 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Friends
Many stalls selling various varieties of decorative items, clothing, household items etc. It was very humid & stuffy inside. To get a good deal, one has to bargain & pay only when the price is what you are willing to pay. You get a better offer price if you can converse in Bahasa. The quality of the merchandise varies so it will be advisable to inspect before paying.
Written 12 November 2023
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Tika W
Jakarta, Indonesia12 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Family
This is a personal preference not to have every stall holder hassling you; i just don't feel comfortable pausing to look with continually having items sold to you; this is because you are constantly being hassled by people trying to sell you goods.
Written 27 October 2023
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Safirah Irani
London, UK56 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Friends
If you love haggling then this is the place to go
Lots of traditional attire and hand made goods
Fans, instruments , bags etc
Great one stop shop… get the shopping out the way and then relax
Written 20 October 2023
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MissWag
Melbourne, Australia49 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Couples
This is a personal preference not to have every stall holder hassling you - i just don't feel comfortable stopping to look with constantly having things sold to you ... you want sarong, you want jewellery etc etc others may find it fun or not get bothered but its just not for me
Written 13 October 2023
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Nikola P
7 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Family
Visiting Ubud Traditional Market was an enchanting experience. The vibrant stalls bursting with local crafts, textiles, and fresh produce immersed me in Balinese culture. The friendly vendors and bustling atmosphere added to the charm. Exploring the market was a delightful journey into the heart of Ubud's rich traditions.
Written 20 September 2023
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Getaway37006964803
3 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Couples
This is a fantastic place for shopping at a real bargain. Stores are in thousands and offering from clothes to craft and almost any thing. Indonesian batiks, clothes of all types , toys are in plenty and at an unbelievably low price. If you want to do some heavy shopping (don't want to use the word cheap as it gives a different meaning) this is the PLACE to go! You are welcome (and should) to bargain the price. An Indonesian good quality shirt as low as IRP 50 to 60,000. the same item you would pay something like IRP 150,000 near Kuta. I bought a wooden polished food serving tray (one-single piece) for IRP 150,000 and a load of clothes. I could have bargained further for the tray from the original price of IRP 250,000 but decided not. My only worry I should have bought more items to be given as gifts.
Written 3 September 2023
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Dan L
Bunbury, Australia7,271 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Couples
Great place to visit if looking for souvenirs, statues, clothing, woven bags and baskets or a plethora of other Balinese artisan products. There are many stalls, both in the main buildings and adjacent. Merchandise is repetitive and we tended to walk more quickly after the first half hour or so. The are a number of Art Markets in Ubud and I think that I prefer the street type rather than wending my way through a grand building. Still worth visiting and handily located on the Main Street.
Written 28 August 2023
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Vancouver, Canada4,430 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Friends
If you are looking for econmical goods to buy this is the place. Souvenirs, clothing, shoes, accessories and etc. Bargain to your hearts content.
Written 11 July 2023
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Lin_Sg
Singapore, Singapore206 contributions
Jun. 2023 • Friends
If you enjoy strolling down streets lines with shops and pop-ups, lots of little lanes branching off with more little shops and hidden cafes, you’ll enjoy spending a few hours here.

I did find that after the first 20 mins of ooh-ing and ahh-ing at the paintings, sarongs, batiks, bags, incense sticks and scented oils, jewellery, woven bakers bags and wooden bowls, etc., it got quite repetitive.

Regardless, it was an enjoyable experience and the group of us did all manage to pick up a couple of souvenirs and gifts for friends and family back home.

I’d recommend going early around 10am when most shops start to open, stay for a couple of hours, then have lunch in the area.
Written 4 July 2023
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