Bali is known as the Island of the Gods. Whatever the Island of the Gods would look like, Bali must come close. It’s a tropical paradise, lined with beaches, amazing beach clubs, forests, and some of the most incredible views you’ll ever see. A lot of these things, you’re probably going to have to pay for, yet there is a lot of things to do in Bali for free as well, including Top Bali’s Temples.
Many tourists, however, don’t visit these attractions; their entrances are hidden, their admissions unknown. For those who do venture to them, they find themselves immersed in a side of Bali hidden from the average tourist. This part of Bali is both beautiful and unique. A Bali of hidden admissions.
Taman Festival
Taman Festival is, without a doubt, one of the most interesting Bali for free attractions there is. It’s not just the fact that this has been dubbed ‘Bali’s Ghost Town’, nor the fact that there is a smorgasbord of ghost tales surrounding this abandoned theme park, it’s also the fact that this is a truly ‘off the beaten’ path destination. The area was once scheduled to become a theme park – one of the largest in Bali – when a series of unfortunate events and poor planning led to the site being abandoned. What was left behind has now been reclaimed by the Balinese wilds. This means that it’s perfect for experiencing something a little alternative.
Taman Festival is located near Padanggalak Beach, which is quite a distance from the nearest population hub of Sanur. If you’re thinking of heading here, you’re gonna need to book up a car or private transport for convenience. Don’t expect locals to travel into the park with you. They have a genuine belief in local superstitions that the area is haunted by Balinese vampires.
Pinggan Village
Pinggan Village is situation next to Mount Batur. Mount Batur, of course, is very well known. Many hikers and trekkers make their way here every year to scale the mountain and take in the incredible views. In fact, according to statistics, Mount Batur is one of the most visited attractions in Bali. However, doing Bali for free doesn’t just mean doing the same attractions everyone else does. That’s why we’re suggesting Pinggan Village.