14 Things to Do in Bali with Kids They Will Brag about Forever

What are the best things to do in Bali with kids? Traveling with kids can feel like signing up for a week-long endurance test involving snack negotiations, sticky fingers, and mild public embarrassment. Not in Bali! In this island, suddenly you’re the chill parent sipping iced coffee while the kids are off getting their minds blown by a giant swing over a rice terrace.

The reason is that there’s some kind of unspoken radar on this island. Everywhere you go, it feels like they already anticipated your little chaos crew.

Restaurants come equipped with crayons and juice boxes, beach clubs with shallow pools where your mini me can have some splash time, or some tourist spots and their free strollers for rent. 

In this article, we will show you exactly what we meant by Bali being a toddler-ready island. Let’s go through the list one by one, shall we?

14 Favorite Things to Do in Bali with Kids

Do your kids love thrilling outdoor adventures? Or are they more into educational encounters? Worry not, we’ve compiled the ultimate list of fun things to do in Bali with kids!

1. Swim at Toya Devasya Hot Springs

Toya Devasya Hot Springs is a popular hot spring destination that offers a relaxing and enjoyable experience for families. It has multiple natural thermal pools with varying temperatures. 

Located on the shores of Lake Batur and surrounded by lush green mountains, this place gives you a stunning view that adds to the overall tranquility of the place.

There are regular swimming pools for those who prefer cooler water. Additionally, you can enjoy various water activities here, such as kayaking and paddleboarding.

• Address: Central Batur, Kintamani, Bangli Regency, Bali
• Opening hours: Monday–Friday 08:00–18:00; Saturday and Sunday 07:00–19:00
• Ticket price: From IDR 116,600 (~USD 4.25) for basic admission (via booking platforms)

2. Trek through Ubud’s Rice Fields

Ubud is renowned for its lush green landscape, and the Tegallalang rice terraces are considered one of the most stunning spots in the area. You can reach this place in just a 20-minute drive from the center of Ubud by car. 

The beautifully arranged paddies, which have captured the hearts of many, symbolize Bali’s agricultural resourcefulness.

There are various ways to reach this destination, including booking a taxi, renting a motorcycle, or joining a guided tour.

• Address: Jl. Raya Tegallalang, Tegallalang, Tegallalang, Gianyar Regency, Bali 
• Opening hours: Starts from 08:00, most days are open
• Ticket price: From IDR20,000

Read also: 6 Tried-and-True Practical Tips on Traveling with Kids

3. See Bali Sunset at Tanah Lot Temple

Mandatory things to do in Bali with kids include watching Bali’s candy-coloured sunset. One of the most iconic spots to see it is at Tanah Lot temple, also known by its Indonesian name Pura Tanah Lot.

This mystical temple was built along the coast in the 16th century and is a sacred place for Hindus to worship the Balinese sea god, Bhatara Segara.

To make the most of the sunset experience, head to one of the restaurants or warungs on the cliff terrace near the temple. While the food may not be top-notch, it’s a great place for you and your kids to relax and enjoy the view. 

Another perfect spot for sunset pictures is the black sand beach directly by the temple, but be sure to check the tide conditions beforehand, as the waves can be high at times.

• Address: Beraban village, Kediri district, Tabanan Regency, Bali
• Opening hours: daily, roughly 09:00–19:00; exact hours vary with tide and sunset crowds (ticket booth active until 18:00)
• Ticket price: International adult IDR 75,000; children 5‑10 years IDR 40,000. Domestic adult IDR 30,000; children IDR 20,000

4. Playtime at Parklife

Parklife in Canggu is a gathering place for families that has everything! You can enjoy a tasty breakfast, lunch, or dinner in the cafe that offers both Indonesian and international cuisine.

If you have kids aged 3 years and above, be sure to join their Kids Club, which offers a diverse range of indoor and outdoor activities to engage in. The kids will have the chance to participate in educational experiences that promote their creativity and social skills.

Also, Parklife can throw a birthday party for your child! Personalized packages tailored to your little ones’ interests and needs will make the party a memorable one.

• Address: Jl. Raya Uma Buluh No. 15, Canggu, North Kuta, Badung, Bali
• Opening hours: daily 08:00–20:00
• Ticket price: IDR 150,000–175,000, babies under 12 months are free

5. Make Artisanal Chocolate at Primo Chocolab

Who doesn’t love chocolate? In Tabanan, you can find a small manufacturer of high-quality, organic chocolate called Primo Chocolab.

Not only do they produce yummy single-origin chocolate, but they also allow you and your kids to explore the process of chocolate-making and get hands-on experience.

You will start by sorting the cacao beans, roasting them, using traditional techniques to winnow them, grinding cacao nibs into cocoa paste, tempering the chocolate, molding the chocolate, and finally enjoying your chocolate on the spot or taking it home.

• Address: Jl. Verdacchi, Pejaten, Tabanan Regency, Bali 82121
• Opening hours: 10:00–18:00 daily, by workshop slot or appointment
• Ticket price: from IDR 750,000 per person (guided chocolate‑making)

6. Playing with Monkeys at the Ubud Monkey Forest

Spreading over approximately 27 acres, the Ubud Monkey Forest is home to hundreds of monkeys and at least 115 species of trees.

In this place, you and your kids can stroll around and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere while observing the monkeys in their natural habitat.

You can even feed the monkeys and take a picture with them, but be aware that they can get mischievous. Follow the rules to avoid any conflicts with the monkeys. If necessary, you can ask the staff for assistance.

The forest also houses several ancient Hindu temples sacred to the local community, so some parts may not be accessible to the public. Nevertheless, you can still appreciate the temples’ architectural and historical beauty up close.

• Address: Jl. Monkey Forest, Ubud, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80571
• Opening hours: daily 09:00–18:00 (last admission ~17:00)
• Ticket: International adult IDR 100,000 (weekdays), IDR 120,000 weekends; International children (3‑12 years old) IDR 80,000 / IDR 100,000 weekends

Read also: 6 Must-Visit Hot Springs in Kintamani for a Relaxing Escape

7. Dolphin Watching in Lovina

Lovina Beach is an ideal spot for dolphin sightings thanks to its calm and shallow water. It’s very recommended to go there before sunrise as it’s when the dolphins are most active.

Local fishermen can take you on a boat tour to see playful dolphins known for their jumping and spinning. The tour typically lasts for two hours. In addition to the captivating sight of the dolphins’ acrobatics, you can also enjoy the beautiful sunrise.

The combination of the rising sun, calm water, and dolphins creates a magical experience that you and your children are sure to enjoy!

• Address: Lovina Beach area (Kaliasem-Banjar district, Buleleng Regency)
• Opening hours: boat departures at 06:00 and 09:00, return by 08:00–09:00
• Ticket price: shared boat from IDR 100K–300K/person; private  from IDR 150K–250K/person, depending on size and package (watch only vs swim/snorkel)

8. Waterbom Bali 

Waterbom is the water park in Bali that you just have to visit with the kids. Your things to do in Bali list isn’t complete without this place! This waterpark sets the bar so high, every other splash zone feels like a sad puddle after this.

The park’s surprisingly clean, chill, and well-organized, with lush tropical landscaping that makes it feel more resort than chaos factory.

You’ll probably lose track of time, money, and how many snacks you bought, but you’ll gain nap-ready kids and stories worth retelling on the flight home.

• Address: Jl. Kartika Plaza, Tuban, Kuta, Bali 80361
• Opening hours: daily 09:00–18:00; last entry 17:00
• Ticket price: adult from IDR 580.000 full, children (2–11 years old) from IDR 430.000 / Family pass around IDR 1.86M / IDR 1.581M

9. Bali Bird Park 

Feathers, squawks, and birds that look like they belong in a cartoon, Bali Bird Park is the kind of place where your kids will forget all about their iPads for a hot second.

There are feeding sessions, bird shows, and little learning zones where your kid might absorb a surprising amount of bird trivia, or at least remember the sound a hornbill makes and repeat it for the next five hours.

• Address: Jl. Serma Cok Ngurah Gambir, Singapadu, Batubulan, Gianyar, Bali 80582
• Opening hours: daily 09:00–17:30; last tickets 17:00
• Ticket price: International from IDR 385,000 (adult), IDR 192,500 (children); Indonesian citizen IDR 140.000 (adult), IDR 70.000 (children)

10. Bali Butterfly Park 

Let’s be real, at first glance, a butterfly park might not seem like an interesting vacation destination for kids. However, we can assure you, once your little one has a magical neon-winged butterfly land on their hand, they will be hooked.

Bali Butterfly Park is peaceful, colorful, and weirdly dreamy. This place isn’t just home for the pretty winged insects, but also beetles, bugs, and creepy-crawlies that kids will either love or dramatically run from (either way, entertaining).

• Address: Kemenuh, Sukawati, Gianyar Regency (near Ubud), Bali 80582
• Opening hours: from 08:00–17:00 daily; last entry 16:00
• Ticket price: starts from IDR 50.000 per person

11. Upside Down World Bali 

If you’ve got a kid who loves doing handstands in the hallway or walking backwards into every photo, Upside Down World is their jam. 

This place is a house where all the furniture is on the ceiling, and the rules of gravity have gone on vacation.

It’s one giant photo op, but don’t underestimate the fun. Your family will spend a good chunk of time twisting your bodies into awkward poses to get the perfect upside-down illusion. 

Bonus? Your children will sleep well after burning all that energy pretending to be Spider-Man.

• Address: Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai No. 762, Pemogan, Denpasar Selatan, Bali 80221
• Opening hours: daily 09:00–18:00
• Ticket price: from IDR150,000 per person

Read also: 7 Stunning Waterfalls in Ubud to Add to Your Bali Trip

12. Bali Zoo

Last but not least, you need Bali Zoo on your things to do in Bali list! Granted, zoos can be hit or miss, but Bali Zoo? Solid hit.

This destination has a perfect mix of animal encounters and a walkable layout without feeling like a trek across the Sahara. Elephants, orangutans, exotic birds, there’s enough variety to keep even the shortest attention spans locked in!

The highlight for many kids is the feeding sessions, where they get to hand a carrot to something with a trunk or a beak and squeal when it slobbers back.

• Address: Jl. Raya Singapadu, Singapadu, Sukawati, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80582
• Opening hours: generally 09:00–16:00 daily
• Ticket price: starts from IDR135.000 for children, IDR175 for adults

13. Bali Safari & Marine Park

For a day that’s part wildlife adventure, part cultural show, and part theme park, Bali Safari & Marine Park is hard to beat!

Here, you can hop on a Safari Journey tram to spot lions, zebras, and elephants roaming in spacious, natural-style habitats. No cages, just wide-open views that feel like you’ve stepped onto the African savanna.

Kids will love the variety: watch animal presentations, cool off at the Water Play Zone, get your heart racing on the Flume Ride, or take part in hands-on feeding sessions. For an unforgettable twist, try the Night Safari, a guided evening tour in a caged vehicle where you can see nocturnal animals up close before ending the night with a lively fire dance show and BBQ dinner.

Beyond the wildlife, the park also offers cultural experiences like Balinese dance performances, traditional craft activities, and the Bali Agung Show, a theatrical production rich in local legend. It’s educational, entertaining, and full of photo-worthy moments for the whole family!

• Address: Jl. Prof. Dr. Ida Bagus Mantra, Gianyar, Bali 80551
• Opening hours: Daily 9AM–5.30PM | Night Safari 6PM–9PM
• Ticket price: From IDR200,000 (local weekdays) / IDR350,000 (local weekends) | From IDR650,000 (international visitors) | Night Safari from IDR550,000

14. Kids Spa

Who says pampering is only for adults? In Bali, some spas roll out mini versions of their treatments just for little guests!

Imagine your child giggling through a chocolate massage at Anantara Spa, getting a bubble bath fit for royalty at Kriya Kids Spa, or rocking new braids from the Westin Kids Spa. Even tiny tots can join the fun at places like Bubble N Me, where gentle massages and bubbly baths are the norm. Be it a quick mani-pedi, a caramel-scented scrub, or a splashy soak, these kid-friendly spas turn “me time” into “we time”!

Addresses and Hours:

• Anantara Spa – Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort, Jl. Abimanyu (Dhyana Pura), Seminyak; daily 10AM–10PM
• Kriya Kids Spa – Grand Hyatt Bali, Kawasan Wisata Nusa Dua BTDC, Nusa Dua; daily 9AM–9PM
• Westin Kids Spa – The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua; daily 9AM–9PM
• Bubble N Me – Jl. Mertasari No. 2X, Sanur; daily 9PM–6PM

Bali Escape Made Fun: A Kid-Friendly Stay at Bobocabin Kintamani

After all the excitement of Bali’s kid-friendly adventures, from seeing butterflies up close to pretending to be pirates on the beach, you’ll need a cozy home base that’s just as fun and memorable. That’s where Bobocabin Kintamani steps in!

Nestled right in the cool highlands of Bali, this cabin stay isn’t your typical “just sleep and go” place. This modern accommodation has private cabins with giant windows looking out to misty mountains, a bonfire spot for evening marshmallow time, and fresh mountain air that’ll make even the crankiest toddler chill out.

Everything feels super modern. You unlock your cabin with a QR code, adjust lights and music with a smart panel, and yet, you’re still totally immersed in nature. Kids can run around in open spaces without you stressing about traffic.

So if your idea of a perfect Bali trip includes less stress and more laughs, less concrete and more cool air, then you might want to go ahead and book that cabin now via Bobobox App!

 

Writer: Ratna Asih

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