Ubud's Market, Palace and Hidden Museums: An Audio Tour
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Ubud's Market, Palace and Hidden Museums: An Audio Tour is a 1-hour experience in Ubud, Indonesia, from $10 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
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- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $10 per person
This self-guided audio tour winds through the historic heart of Ubud, where daily life, art, and royal history intersect. Starting in the bustling Ubud Market, you'll follow Monkey Forest Road past cafés and galleries.
What you get
About this experience
This self-guided audio tour winds through the historic heart of Ubud, where daily life, art, and royal history intersect. Starting in the bustling Ubud Market, you'll follow Monkey Forest Road past cafés and galleries. You'll then walk the quieter lanes of Jalan Dewisita and Jalan Goutama — known locally as Eat Street for its food stalls and traditional eateries. Along Jalan Raya Ubud, you'll visit the home of legendary Balinese artist I Gusti Nyoman Lempad, peek into traditional homes behind their elaborately carved gates, and step into the inner courtyard of the Ubud Royal Palace, built by the king who turned Ubud into Bali's cultural and artistic centre. The route also passes Saraswati Temple and the Puri Lukisan Museum before finishing along historic Jalan Kajeng. This tour is perfect for art lovers, culture seekers, and independent travellers who want to see Ubud as locals do. After booking, install the VoiceMap app and enter your ticket code to download and start touring.
What's included
Included
- Directions to the starting point so that when you're in the right place, the tour will start
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- The VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it *
Not included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
- Food and drink
- Transportation
- An in-person guide
What you'll see and do
Ubud Art Market
Begin this self-guided audio right outside the Ubud Craft Market beside the statue of Tjokorda Gde Agung Sukawati Inside discover colourful stalls filled with handwoven bags, traditional textiles, wood carvings, jewellery and locally made Balinese crafts. Take in the sights, meet local vendors and browse for a special Ubud keepsakes.
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Ubud Palace
See the ornate stone gateways, traditional pavilions, peaceful courtyards and intricate Balinese carvings of Ubud Palace, the historic home of Ubud’s royal family. Walk through the palace grounds at your own pace while listening to stories of its royal heritage, architecture and continuing place in Ubud’s cultural life.
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Lempad House
See the traditional family compound, peaceful courtyards and remarkable artworks connected to celebrated Balinese artist I Gusti Nyoman Lempad. Step inside this intimate heritage home and experience the creativity, architecture and family history that helped shape Ubud’s artistic identity.
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Threads of Life
See beautiful handwoven textiles created by Indigenous communities across Indonesia, each rich with traditional patterns, natural dyes and cultural meaning. Visit the gallery to discover the stories, skills and living traditions woven into every piece.
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Saraswati Temple
See an elegant Balinese water temple framed by lotus ponds, ornate stone carvings and a grand entrance dedicated to Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge and the arts. Walk along the pathway above the lotus flowers and admire this peaceful cultural landmark in the heart of Ubud.
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Museum Puri Lukisan
See an impressive collection of traditional and modern Balinese paintings, woodcarvings and sculptures displayed in beautiful garden pavilions. Wander through the galleries and peaceful grounds while discovering the artists and creative traditions that shaped Ubud’s cultural identity.
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See Café Lotus beside a beautiful lotus pond, with magnificent views across the water to Saraswati Temple and its performance stage. Relax in this memorable setting by day or return at night to experience a colourful traditional Legong dance performance.
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See Ibu Rai’s distinctive stone entrance, lush tropical gardens, welcoming dining spaces and gallery filled with local art. Call in later for a meal, explore the beautiful surroundings and enjoy traditional Indonesian flavours in the heart of Ubud.
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See colourful batik artworks and traditional designs inside Nyoman Warta’s welcoming family studio. Watch the wax-and-dye process or book a hands-on class to create your own piece of Balinese batik.
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See skilled silversmiths shaping and polishing beautiful handcrafted jewellery at Studio Perak. Browse the designs or book a hands-on class to create your own special piece of Balinese silver jewellery.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Ubud
This tour starts in front of King of Ubud Tjokorda Gde Agung Sukawati statue. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
This self-guided audio tour ends in front of the Museum Puri Lukisan.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 20 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by VoiceMap Audio Tours, who run 703 experiences we rank across 222 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.8.
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Ubud's Market, Palace and Hidden Museums: An Audio Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ubud.
How much does Ubud's Market, Palace and Hidden Museums: An Audio Tour cost?
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Prices start at $10 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ubud usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Ubud's Market, Palace and Hidden Museums: An Audio Tour take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ubud is not rushed.
Is Ubud's Market, Palace and Hidden Museums: An Audio Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ubud, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Ubud's Market, Palace and Hidden Museums: An Audio Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Ubud's Market, Palace and Hidden Museums: An Audio Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Ubud's Market, Palace and Hidden Museums: An Audio Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ubud can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ubud and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Ubud's Market, Palace and Hidden Museums: An Audio Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ubud within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Ubud?
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On Outty we rank every Ubud experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mount Batur Jeep Adventure, PRIVATE Authentic Balinese Cooking Class in Ubud at Putu's Home, Private 1-Day Ubud Highlights Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Ubud?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Ubud?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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