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Ubud Monkey Forest

Enter a dense rain forest full of banyan trees and flowing streams to visit ancient Hindu temples and baths and see agile macaques swing in the treetops.

The Ubud Monkey Forest is a site for Balinese Hindu worship and every aspect of the grounds has sacred meaning, from its trees and temples, to its long-tail macaques. This site is also a research centre where you can learn more about the monkeys and some 115 species of trees. The site is also known as the Padangtegal Monkey Forest because it is owned by the village of Padangtegal, one of Ubud’s communities.

Enter the tropical Monkey Forest to explore the temple complex. The original pagodas, pavilions and shrines are thought to date back to the mid-14th century, but many have eroded over time and some of the current structures are replicas. The biggest structure, the Dalem Agung Temple, is the main temple and used for everyday rituals. The Prajapati Temple is used for cremation ceremonies and the Holy Bathing Temple, almost hidden from view near the stream, is used for cleansing rituals.  

Meet some of the macaques who call this jungle home. There are more than 600 of them, living in four troops. In Balinese Hinduism, which incorporates elements of animism, Buddhism and ancestor worship, the monkeys are considered as sacred as the buildings. The monkeys are cheeky; don’t feed them and guard any items they can grab.

Watch the locals give offerings and use certain trees for religious purposes. The leaves of the banyan tree, also known as the beringin tree, are used in cremation ceremonies and the wood of the pule bandak tree is used for masks.

Ubud Monkey Forest is open daily. The admission fee helps maintain the site; you can make additional donations at the main entrance. It’s easy to get to the site on foot if you are staying in Ubud. Free parking is available for vehicles.

When accessing this active place of worship, rent or bring a sarong and cover your legs. Women need to cover their shoulders too. Anyone who has a child under 4 years old, is menstruating or wounded, or has buried or cremated a relative in the past week, is not allowed to enter the main temple.

Not certain how to make the most of your visit here? We've put together a list of popular activities that will help you:

If you'd like even more activities, examine our Ubud City-Centre things to do page.

Guide to Exploring Ubud Monkey Forest

Bajra Sandhi Monument

Learn about Bali’s connection with Hinduism and the Indonesian struggle for independence when admiring the architecture and dioramas of this temple-like structure.

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Sanur Beach

Experience one of Bali's ultimate beach experiences; though the sands are golden and the waters pristine, there's space for everyone.

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Uluwatu Beach

Brave some of the best surf on Bali's coastline, and explore one of the country's finest cliff top temples.

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Turtle Island

Ride a glass-bottom boat to this scenic island to find out about the conservation of turtles and prevention of illegal turtle trade.

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Nusa Dua Beach

Relax on the idyllic beaches and see a temple complex and a museum in one of Bali’s most developed vacation spots.

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Jimbaran Beach Holidays

Eat fresh seafood in restaurants along the sand in this quiet fishing village away from the crowds of nearby Kuta.
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Segara Beach

Join the surfers, stay at a luxury hotel and enjoy the seafood in the many restaurants near this scenic beach.

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Elephant Cave

This mysterious place just outside of Ubud houses a Hindu temple, statues, ponds and fountains from a time gone by.

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Bali Bombing Memorial

Attend this solemn and graceful reminder of the three-bomb attack that left hundreds from across the globe dead and injured.

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Elephant Safari Park Lodge

Live among the Sumatran elephants in their verdant habitat, whilst staying in luxury accommodation.

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Don Antonio Blanco Museum

This extravagant hilltop retreat with gardens was once the home of “the Dali of Bali”, the man many consider to be the island’s most eccentric artist.

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Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA)

Immerse yourself in Balinese culture at this interactive centre, enjoy a meal, or stay in the resort and relax in the peaceful natural setting.

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Ulun Danu Temple

Water temples are something Bali does well; here is its most photogenic, located on the banks of Lake Bratan.

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Museum Puri Lukisan

Discover the unique style of Balinese art at the island’s oldest art museum, established by a Dutch painter and the former prince of Ubud.

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Bali Zoo

Get up close to elephants, tigers, pythons and more at this small yet beautifully compiled zoo.

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Neka Art Museum

This impressive art museum is home to some of the most influential artists in Bali and gives insight into the development of Balinese art.

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Bali Bird Park

Look in awe at the biggest collection of Indonesian birds in the world. And there are species from Africa and South America too.

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Gunung Kawi Temple

Ten incredible rock-cut shrines features in this temple complex, which is one of the most remarkable in the country.

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Legian Beach

Panoramic views, perfect waves, stunning sunsets and nightlife await you at this hotspot for surfers and other vacationers in Bali.
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Seminyak Square

Indulge in some retail therapy in the small boutiques and designer shops at this stylish shopping complex.

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Double Six Beach

For a relaxing break from everyday life or an energetic, activity-filled experience, this white sandy beach along the Seminyak waterfront is the perfect place to go.

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Petitenget Temple

This 15th-century temple is still a functioning place of worship, where you can observe Hindus burning incense, making offerings and taking part in ceremonies.

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Uluwatu Temple

One of the oldest temples in Bali is also one of its most striking. Its cliff-top setting only enhances this stunning landmark.

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Gitgit Waterfall

Enjoy a refreshing dip in one of Bali's most breathtakingly beautiful waterfalls.

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