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Throw on a poncho and make your way to one of the many Bali shopping malls. From the sheltered yet open-air environment of the Beachwalk Shopping Center in Kuta to Tamora Gallery in Canggu (one of our favorite lifestyle shopping villages), you’re bound to fill your shopping bags. Bali malls are not only for shopping though, in most malls you’ll find a number of activities to keep the children entertained from arcades to sometimes even snow to play in!
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Big names like Cinemaxx and Cinema XXI offer multiple movie locations in Bali. Catch your favourite blockbuster or choose a new release while enjoying freshly popped popcorn in the comfort of a plush chair. Folks can also visit quaint theatres like Divine Earth Cinema Club or Paradiso for a truly entertaining excursion.
Click here to read our article about Bali’s best cinemas.
While not for a rainy day, click here to read our article about Bali’s best outdoor cinemas.
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Get a mind-blowing overview of the history and culture of Bali and Indonesia in less than 2 hours with Bali’s popular Devdan Show at the Nusa Dua Theatre. Sit back and relax while following the story of 2 young children who find a treasure chest and embark on an adventure.
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You’re already getting wet anyway, so why not take advantage of the rain and absorb fun at Bali’s premier water park Waterbom Bali? For as little as 33 USD, you and your family can access a lazy river, Funtastic playground and Double Twist water slide. To skip the entry queues, buy your tickets online in advance.
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Experience a full-day authentic Balinese cooking class in one of the island’s most sacred villages and learn the traditional way of cooking from the locals. Or opt for a half-day cooking class, including a market visit in Ubud to get the ingredients you need to prepare the menu you’ll get to enjoy after class. Whatever you choose, keep an open mind and a welcome stomach.
Reserve your cooking class online:
Balinese Cooking Class at an Organic Farm
Authentic Balinese Cooking in the sacred village of Sidemen
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Brighten up your rainy day at one of Bali’s best spas. Compared to most of the Western world, spas, massages and salon treatments in Bali are very affordable. Visit Goldust Beauty or one of our other favorite spas for a therapeutic massage or The Shampoo Lounge (in Seminyak or Nusa, or in the comfort of your private villa) for avant-garde relaxation options and beauty treatments.
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There are a lot of gyms, retreats, and hotels in Bali that offer a range of classes for every level of yogi. Who knows—the soothing sounds of the Bali rain may even enhance your Namaste. Or you can go all out and experience Bali through the eyes of Elizabeth Gilbert’s life-changing Eat, Pray, Love.
Spend a day exploring Bali through the eyes of the writer of this best selling novel and get a taste of what makes this island so special to all on a spiritual journey; a tour that surely will make for a memorable experience, even when it is raining in Bali.
Click here for more information about the Eat, Pray, Love Tour
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When it’s raining in Bali, Escape Room Bali, Totem Room Escape and more make for a brainy way to spend a rainy afternoon. All you have to do is pick who it is you want to be locked in a room with, all with the intention of escaping at all costs. A cool game that requires teamwork. So forget about the rain, get your heads together, and find your winning strategy to escape the room.
Not in the mood for a lot of thinking? Then the Dream Museum Zone (DMZ) Bali is your activity of choice. Here visitors can enjoy an experimental experience. Hundreds of 3D pieces line the walls, with many making ideal sets for your next vacation photo.
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Below are a few tours and activities we recommended in the article above. Book your tickets in advance and don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you have any questions.
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Legian Beach is one of the best places to go if you want that perfect mix of leisure, relaxation, fun and adventure. All these, you can experience when you visit the Bali Mandira Beach Resort & Spa located right on Legian Beach.
As one of top tips of things you need to do before your Bali holiday, we recommend downloading and setting your Grab Superapp account. This app will save you time, money and keep you safe while travelling in Bali.
We know holidays are a great time to relax & explore, but they can also be a great time to learn a new skill and find a new hobby too! Learning how to scuba dive and getting your PADI open water certification is a great achievement that can take you on underwater adventures all over the world, and the gorgeous water of Bali and surrounds is the perfect location to combine a holiday with getting your certification!
Are you visiting Flores? Take a boat trip and discover the Komodo Dragons, the gorgeous Pink Beach, and awesome underwater life.
With its buzzing nightlife and trendy boutiques, Seminyak is a holiday hot spot for international and domestic travelers alike. But go inland a little and you’ll find quiet Balinese streets, rice paddies, and cute local cafes. We recommend staying in this area if you want peaceful surrounds close to the action and excitement of downtown Seminyak.
UPDATED: MAY 19th, 2022
New details have been finalised regarding the arrival rules for Bali….things continue to get easier!
Never out of fun ideas, Karma Beach has just welcomed the brand-new sophisticated drinking den, Le Club 22. This one and only beachside haunt offers high-end cocktails as their specialty…and of course an epic view of Karma Beach!
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