Updated October 2026
For a first date in Bali, try Rock Bar at AYANA Bali, La Plancha Bali, or Merah Putih. Weekday evenings are calmer; on Friday and Saturday, book ahead where you can.
A first date in Bali is usually about the sunset: a drink by the sea, a walk or a show, then dinner. Being relaxed and respectful counts for more than spending a lot.
Here are ten real places for every budget, from a free ridge walk in Ubud to a bar on the rocks in Jimbaran, plus two unusual ideas at the end.
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BarJimbaranRp Rp RpAll ages
A bar built on the rocks above the ocean, reached by an inclinator, famous for sunset. Outside guests can reserve; payment is by card or QR only. Special-occasion territory.
Jalan Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran, Bali 80364 · Takes bookings
Beach barSeminyakRp RpAll ages
A casual beach bar with colourful beanbags and umbrellas on the sand, open 10:00 to 23:00. A relaxed first date: a drink, tapas and the sky changing colour over the sea.
Jalan Mesari Beach, Seminyak, Kuta, Badung, Bali 80361 · Walk-in
RestaurantPetitengetRp Rp Rp30s
A tall, airy dining room serving Indonesian classics and creative dishes with local spices. A good dinner date when you want something special that is still rooted in Indonesian food.
Jl. Petitenget No. 100x, Kerobokan, Bali 80361 · Takes bookings
MuseumUbudRpAll ages
A museum of Balinese and Indonesian painting set in gardens, with regular dance performances on its open stage. Easy to talk about what you see, and calm in the heat of the day.
Jalan Raya Pengosekan, Ubud, Bali · Walk-in
WalkUbudRpAll ages
A paved path of about 2 km along a ridge where two rivers meet, popular at sunset. Free, green and quiet: a good low-pressure date that can end with dinner in Ubud.
Campuhan, Ubud, Gianyar, Bali · Walk-in
Dance performanceUbudRpAll ages
The royal palace in the centre of Ubud, where dance performances and ceremonies are held in the courtyard. An evening show here is an easy, memorable date.
Corner of Jalan Raya Ubud and Jalan Monkey Forest, Ubud, Bali · Walk-in
Nature parkUbudRpAll ages
A forest with temples and hundreds of long-tailed macaques, open 09:00 to 18:00 (last entry 17:00). Fun for a daytime date if you leave bags and snacks behind and keep your distance from the monkeys.
Jalan Monkey Forest, Padangtegal, Ubud, Bali 80571 · Walk-in
Water parkKutaRp Rp20s
A water park open daily 09:00 to 18:00, with slides you can ride together. Playful and active, which takes the pressure off a first or second date.
Jl. Kartika Plaza, Kuta, Badung, Bali 80361 · Takes bookings
TempleTabananRpAll ages
A Hindu sea temple on a rock off the coast, one of Bali's most photographed places. Visitors watch from the shore and cliffs; dress modestly and treat it as a place of worship.
Beraban, Kediri, Tabanan Regency, Bali · Walk-in
Cultural parkUngasanRp RpAll ages
A large park around a 121 m monument of Vishnu riding Garuda, with daily traditional performances. A good daytime date in the south, about 15 minutes from the airport.
Ungasan, Kuta Selatan, Badung, Bali · Takes bookings
Unusual places worth a special trip when you want a date nobody forgets.
Dance performanceUluwatuRpAll ages
A Kecak dance based on the Ramayana, performed daily at 18:00 on the clifftop with the sunset behind. Hold on to your sunglasses and phone: the temple macaques are known for snatching things.
Pura Luhur Uluwatu, Pecatu, Kuta Selatan, Badung, Bali · Takes bookings
TempleTampaksiringRpAll ages
A water temple with a holy spring where Balinese Hindus come for the melukat purification ritual. Go with respect and covered clothing, and follow the temple rules on site.
Tampaksiring, Gianyar Regency, Bali · Walk-in
Popular places to meet people in Bali include FINNS Beach Club (beach club), The Lawn Canggu (beach club), and Potato Head Beach Club (beach club). All of them are easy to visit alone or with friends.
Pick an indoor spot such as Rock Bar at AYANA Bali or Merah Putih. Both work well for a first date in any weather.
In the YesTonite City Index, Bali is number 78 of 112 cities for dating, with a dating score of 5.1 out of 10.
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Checked October 2026. Opening hours and prices change, so call or check the website before you go.
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