Uluwatu Temple Entrance Fee & Attraction

Many travelers have known the beauty of Uluwatu Temple in Bali. The location of the temple set right at the edge of a rock cliff allows visitors to see a 180° view of the Bali sea coast. Uluwatu temple is also a traveler’s favorite choice to see the sunset.

Make sure to add the Uluwatu temple to the must-go list. The best time to visit the temple is before the evening. Be there before 4 PM to witness the golden yellow sunset. And make sure to see Kecak Dance Performance afterward.

Uluwatu Temple Entrance Fee

The entrance ticket to the temple can be purchased at the ticket booth in the temple area. The entrance fee includes a free rent of “Balinese Sarong” that tourists will have to wear. Uluwatu Temple entrance fee for international visitors is Rp50,000 for adults and Rp30,000 for children. Tickets to watch Kecak dance after sunset are available too in the same ticket booth.

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Uluwatu Temple Opening Hours & Kecak Dance Schedule

The temple is open and welcoming tourists every day except on Nyepi. It opens from 7 AM to 7 PM. The Kecak dance show will begin at 6 PM.

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Uluwatu Temple History

Uluwatu Temple is 30 km away from Denpasar, the city center. The temple is also known as Pura Luhur. And consider one of the substantial temples on Bali island. There are two versions of the temple’s history. Some people believe that the Uluwatu temple is built by Empu Kuturan.

The Power Of Dang Hyang Nirartha

The temple is belief already exist in the ninth century during the reign of Marakata. The other version of the temple history is related to Dang Hyang Nirartha. Dang Hyang Nirartha, is a priest that is worshiped in Tanah Lot Temple. The people believe that Uluwatu Tempe is another work of Dang Hyang Nirartha.

The story begins when Nirartha comes to Bali island in 1546. Bali is ruled by Dalem Waturenggong during that time. And suffer from many plagues years before Nirartha came. Nirartha then makes a vow to the King. That he will remove all the suffering with just a hair from his head.

It seems that Nirartha succeeds in removing the plague. The plague disappeared, and he gets a blessing from the King to spread Hinduism. Nirartha then continues his spiritual journey on Bali island. He stops at Pecatu Hill and builds the Uluwatu Temple that still exists today.

During his life in Bali, Nirartha spread Hinduism and build other temples in Bali. But at the end of his spiritual journey. The priest returns to the Uluwatu temple. The locals believe that the Uluwatu temple is the priest’s last destination. He leaves the world and goes to heaven.

Today, Pura Uluwatu still celebrates the anniversary of the temple. The ritual is performed on Anggara Kasih day, Tuesday in the Saka calendar.  A spiritual ceremony for 3 days in a row is followed and celebrated by thousand of Hindu people in Bali.

Uluwatu Temple Attractions

Visitors can spend almost half a day in the temple area. Since the location is quite a distance from the city center. Spare at least 30 minutes to an hour to reach the temple. The congestion is sometimes worse during peak season.

Just like any other typical temple in Bali. Uluwatu temple is populated by monkeys. The monkey character is also similar. They like to snatch visitors belonging. Avoid using a necklace when entering the temple. As this type of stuff is easy to snatch.

Restaurant

Although the temple is always packed with a visitor. The temple itself is worth a visit. There are also many food stalls selling various kinds of Indonesian dishes in the parking area. Make sure to pick and order coconut water. The coconut will be the perfect couple to try with Indonesian meals.

The Temple

Uluwatu temple is a perfect place to see and understand a bit of the local culture. Despite the hectic and daily activities to earn a good living. The locals believe that prayer and ritual worship is essential in their life.

Make sure to dress appropriately. The temple is consider as a holy place for Hindu people in Bali.

Likewise, the temple is still used as a place to pray to God. The religious event held in every temple in Bali shows how religious Balinese people are. The locals are also worshiping Dang Hyang Nirartha in this temple. Since the priest has an important role in growing Hinduism on this beautiful island.

Kecak Dance Performance in Uluwatu Temple

Kecak is a traditional Balinese Dance and the most engaging one compared to other traditional dances. The unique part of the performance is the uncommon music used in the dance.

The music is not produced by a musical instrument like other traditional dances. But the sounds of men’s voices chanting “cak .. cak .. cak” as the music background. Almost every tourist attraction in Bali performs Kecak Dance. But Kecak Dance in Uluwatu Temple is the most famous of all.

Visitors can watch the dance performance after reveling in the sunsets. The performance takes place in an outdoor area that can gather a hundred people. The dance show will begin at 6 PM local time. Making the show more dramatic with the sunset background.

To get the best spot in watching the performance. Come early 30 minutes before the shows begin. At the audience stage, choose to sit facing the sunset to get a better view.

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Facilities

A decent toilet and facilities like tourist information centers are available on the spot. Hawkers selling Indonesian street food and dish also available next to the parking area. Besides that, there are also souvenir shops selling traditional handicrafts and Balinese sarongs. Make sure to bargain at least 60% of the offering price.

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Address & Location

Uluwatu temple located in Jl. Raya Uluwatu, Pecatu village, Kuta Selatan, Badung, Bali 80361.