Not just known for being home to Kuta beach, The Kuta-Bali attraction is known to be the most famous part of Bali for a very good reason. The name, Kuta (Bali) is not just a place; it’s a mood, an inspiration and a tropical state of mind. Along with the flashy Kata’s waves from beaches, there are also hotels, fancy restaurants, bars, shopping malls and much more to visit. One of the popular things to enjoy time is swimming, surfing and enjoying different beach games, along with spas in order to enjoy, relax and pamper yourself. Let’s look at some of the best places to visit during your time here.
Waterbom – Waterbom is one of the oldest and the largest waterpark in Bali. If you’re traveling with children then this is surely a place not to be missed. Boomerang and Super bowl are some of the best rides one can enjoy and for those who can take one-step further, Climax is another adventurous ride. For kids, you can find children-sized pools to enjoy and eateries to enjoy snacks.
Armada flow house – Armada flow house allows surfers to enjoy surfing indoors whether it’s daytime or night. This venue in Kuta also offers fine dining experience, which makes it a good place to enjoy.
Kuta Theatre – For magic lovers, Kuta theatre offers some of the best experience when it comes to enjoying magic shows. Performed by many Bali locals and situated at Jalan Kartika Plaza in Kuta, the theatre shows a blend of stage magic along with cultural drama called “Lights of Faith” for just $10. Definitely a good place to enjoy with family.
Circus Water Park – An alternate to Waterboom, if you want to enjoy waterpark experience at a cheaper price then Circus Water Park serves to be the best place. Located just 10 minutes away from Ngurah Rai International Airport, the water park offers various slides, lazy river and also various fun activities for kids like water cannons, and mini train rides. Speed Slider and Wave Slider are some of the rides for those opting to find more thrill. There are different dining outlets to enjoy food, and a few stores offering items such as fashion items, accessories, and merchandises.
Upside Down World Bali – The Upside-Down World Bali is a fun attraction in Bali that offers a unique experience exactly as the name suggests. The place offers 7 different rooms where everything is placed upside-down, which makes it look as if you’ve just entered a different universe. A great place to click pictures, which will surely make you to visit the place again.
Pandora Experience Bali – Pandora Experience is a great way to workout for your brains. It offers adventure-based games where you’ll need to solve puzzles while trying to escape one room after another in less than 2 hours or so. Groups of 2 to 10 can try this brain-teaser adventure like solving puzzles while discovering hidden passages. This place serves to be a great place for couples or for families.
Upcycle shop – Upcycle shop in Kuta offers varieties of bags and purses along with unusual pieces made out of cans and old vinyl records. The shop works in a way of cleaning up and supporting the local community while keeping the environment of Kuta clean.
Beachwalk Mall – Right adjacent to the Kuta beach is the Beachwalk Mall. The mall is a newly-built mall and has a variety of stores to choose from along with restaurants and cafes. In the mall, you’ll also find shops selling only surfing gear, handicraft shops selling souvenirs, and a rooftop bar with live DJ music.
Dream Museum Zone – Also called sometimes as DMZ, it is another indoor attraction in Kuta, which offers a wide range of massive paintings that not only look real but intuitive. The paintings look 3-dimensional and some of the paintings include great white sharks, wildlife set-pieces, and temple gardens. A great place to take pictures especially if you’re with young ones.
Warung Nikmat – If you’re looking to try some local delicacies then head over to Warung Nikmat to eat delicious food at cheap prices. This restaurant is meant to be visited for lunchtime and some of the delicacies offered here include oxtail soup, curries, and vegetable side dishes. Make sure to try out beef rending where the main protein is cooked in coconut milk and thick chili sauce.
Engine Room Nightclub – If you’re looking to party in the night, then Engine Room is one of the most famous dance venues located at Jalan Legian. This club has two floors with several different spots to dance and the music includes rock, pop, and techno, along with some local tracks and of course, drinks to enjoy.
The 5GX Bali Reverse Bungy – For more adrenaline-junkies, the 5GX reverse bungy (as the name suggests) allows you to experience mind-boggling speeds up to 200km/hr at a greater height. Simply hop-on, fasten your seatbelts and experience yourself being catapulted high up in the air. Up to 3 people can take this ride and the price depends on the number of people joining in on the fun.
Kuta is a great place and there’s nothing that will make your trip here boring. The places mentioned above are some of the best and there are more. But for the moment you should check out the ones being mentioned. It’s 2018, and if you’re planning a visit here then don’t hesitate: just pack your bags and go.