7 Best Attractions to Visit in Bedugul: Best for family and lovers

Among Bedugul's many great qualities, I admire the town's pleasant climate and breathtaking landscape. When you're in Bedugul, you can do a lot of things, most of which are to indulge in beautiful nature that Bedugul offers.

Have you ever heard of Beratan Lake or Bedugul Lake? Yes, as the name implies, this lake is located in Bedugul and is the unofficial symbol of the Bedugul tourist area. In this lake, you can do a lot of fun things, like play canoe, take some self-portraits, or even have fun at the Ulun Danu Beratan temple. In fact, lake Beratan is the second largest lake on Bali and the source of water for all of Bedugul village's rice fields.

If you want to spend your next vacation exploring the Bedugul area, then you have come across the right place. Here, I'll tell you about seven of Bedugul, Bali's most popular tourist spots.

So, for those of you who are already curious, see the explanation below:

1. Ulun Danu Beratan Temple

The Ulun Danu Beratan Temple complex is located on the shores of Lake Beratan and is a beautiful religious site. This place has a lot of religious and historical significance, comprising one Buddhist stupa and five shrines.

The Pura Ulun Danu Temple, also referred to as the Ulun Danu Beratan Temple, was constructed in honour of the Goddess Danu, the goddess of water, lakes, and rivers.

Here you can adore the beauty of the area, where it presents you with the combination of a spacious green garden and the Ulun Danu Beratan Temple Complex. You can also enjoy numerous activities like indulging yourself with a delicious meal, playing canoe at the lake, or simply taking self-portraits.

If you want to know more about Ulun Danu Beratan Temple, read our article here Ulun Danu Beratan Temple: Religious Site in the Bedugul Highlands

2. The Blooms Garden

This tourist spot is relatively new compared to the other places on the list. The Blooms Garden is a flower garden that opened in 2019 and is run by the same management as Ulun Danu Beratan Temple.

The Blooms Garden has an area of around 4.5 hectares and has hundreds of flower collections originating from Indonesia, as well as other countries in Southeast Asia. This garden's concept is unique, with seven different themes for each section area. Starting from the Peacock's tail garden, The Goddess of Lake Garden to the Garden of Love.

The main area of this garden is The Goddess of Lake Garden. Like other gardens, The Goddess of Lake Garden also has its own meaning as a symbol of fertility.

ATV trips, picnics, camping, and other exciting activities are available here in addition to the stunning environment.

If you want to know more about The Blooms Garden, read our special article about The Blooms Garden here : The Blooms Garden Bedugul: Visitation Review and Information

3. Bali Botanical Garden (Kebun Raya Bali)

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You may all be familiar with the idea of a botanical garden. Yup, besides its expansive and lovely setting, the Bali Botanical Garden also serves as an educational park where visitors may learn about the existing flora in this place.

The Bali Botanical Garden is well-liked by tourists because of the variety of things they can do there, the most popular of which is riding a scooter around the Botanical Garden area! If you look on TikTok for the Bali Botanical Garden, you will find a lot of videos about how exciting it is to ride a scooter here. But the good news is; scootering is only one of several activities that can be enjoyed here. Apart from scootering, you can also have picnics, take selfies, and many more.

If you're interested in the Bali Botanical Garden, you might want to read our article about it here Bali Botanical Garden: One of The Largest Botanic Gardens in Indonesia. In that article, we also give tips for visiting and other interesting stuff about the Bali Botanical Garden.

4. Banyumala Waterfall

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After talking about the parks in Bedugul, we'll suggest a total natural tour in the Banyumala Waterfall. Even though the location is not precisely in the Bedugul area, the Banyumala waterfall is still worth a stop when you visit Bedugul.

What's so special about Banyumala Waterfall is; there are three waterfall flows at the spot. Here, you can also swim because the water discharge is not too heavy. The natural pool that forms under the waterfall remains so calm and clear that you don't want to miss the chance to feel the freshwater here.

At this case, you might want to know what are the best waterfall in Bali. Well, if you do, you can check this one article of ours : 5 Bali Best Waterfall You Should Visit

5. Candi Kuning Traditional Market

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The traditional Bali Candi Kuning Market can be found in the Bedugul mountainous region of the island. It is known for its wide selection of fruit and vegetables. Moreover, the fruits and vegetables shown look fresh since they are sourced from the local crop field. Strawberries, for instance, are one of the best fruits to grow in the this region.

At Candi Kuning Traditional Market, a wide variety of chips, traditional foods, and tourist trinkets can be purchased as souvenirs to bring back for your loved ones. This market can be found on the main road of the Bedugul area, near the Pura Ulun Danu Beratan Temple.

Thanks to its strategic location, so it's easy to find this traditional market. Moreover, the strategic location is what makes Candi Kuning Market well-known.

While you're in Bedugul, you don't need to feel confused about what to bring home for your family; just stop at the Candi Kuning market and grab some strawberries!

6. Bali Strawberry Farm & Restaurant

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Bali Strawberry Farm & Restaurant is located on Jalan Raya Baturiti, Bedugul Bali. The location is close to several tourist destinations in Bedugul too!

Here you will not be charged an entrance ticket because this is a restaurant. We all know that strawberries in Bedugul are some of the best in the island, and I think this restaurant take adventages on that fact. Only at Bali Strawberry Farm & Restaurant, you can overeat strawberries as much as you like. There are various strawberry preparations such as milkshakes, strawberry pizza, and many more.

Apart from enjoying the dishes, you can also enjoy the experience of picking strawberries straight from the garden. Yup, there is also a strawberry garden which you can visit at 09.00-18.00 WITA. And because it is located in the Bedugul hills, the scenery is beautiful and enchanting.

7. Handara Golf & Country Club

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Handara Golf & Resort Bali is our final top pick. For those who seek a more natural yet luxurious outdoor experience, this is the spot for you. Bali Handara Golf Course is one of the international golf classes, so it is clear why this place is so well-liked among the island's upper middle class.

Handara Golf & Resort Bali is located in Pancasari village, Sukasada, Buleleng. Since this place is located at an altitude of around 1142 metres above sea level, the air is exceptionally cool. This 18-hole gold course features a stunning mountain panorama. What's more, Handara Golf & Resort Bali is more than just a golf course and hotel; it also features dining options, a fitness centre, meeting spaces, a bar, and tennis courts.

Even if you don't plan on exploring the area of the Handara Golf & Resort, you might want to stop at the Bentar Temple which is located at the entrance gate to the golf course, to snap one or two self-portraits for your insta!.

Final thoughts

Finally, we highly recommend those seven tourist destinations in Bedugul. If you are interested in tourism that includes lovely gardens, then you can visit Ulun Danu Beratan Temple, The Blooms Garden, or Bali Botanical Garden. But, if you want to feel a little adventurous and want to go back to nature, then Banyumala Waterfall is the tour you can choose!

So, that's all from me, this article can give you a little inspiration and an overview regarding your next visit to Bedugul, Bali.

Thank you, and happy holiday everyone!