Perfect for first-time visitors from Europe

Bali is one of the most popular destinations for European travellers and a perfect mix of beaches, volcanoes, culture and nightlife. This guide covers everything you need: where to stay, what to see, prices, safety and the best time to visit.

⭐ Quick Overview

Best time to visit:
👉 April–June & September (dry, not crowded)
👉 July–August (peak season, great weather)

Avoid:
🌧 January–March (rainy season)

Best areas to stay:

• Uluwatu – best beaches, sunsets
• Canggu – cafés, digital nomads
• Seminyak – shopping, nightlife
• Ubud – rice terraces, temples
• Nusa Dua – luxury resorts

Average budget / day:

• Backpacker: €25–40
• Mid-range: €45–90
• Luxury: €120–350+

✈️ How to get to Bali from Europe

Most Europeans fly via:

• Singapore (SQ)
• Doha (QR)
• Dubai (EK)
• Istanbul (TK)
• Kuala Lumpur (MH)

Smart routes often give 25–40% lower prices than direct Singapore/Bangkok arrivals.

Typical prices:

• Economy return: €550–900
• Premium Economy: €1,000–1,400
• Business class deals: €1,600–2,200 via Doha, Abu Dhabi or Kuala Lumpur

🏨 Best places to stay in Bali

🇮🇩 1) Uluwatu – beaches & cliff sunsets

Perfect for: couples, surfers, beach lovers
Best for: Padang Padang, Bingin, Uluwatu Temple, bars with sunsets

Hotels:

• Luxury: Alila Villas Uluwatu
• Mid-range: Gravity Eco Boutique
• Budget: The Inn Possible

🌴 2) Seminyak – nightlife & lifestyle

Perfect for: beach clubs, food, shopping
Highlights: Ku De Ta, Potato Head, Seminyak Beach

Hotels:

• Luxury: W Bali
• Mid-range: Courtyard by Marriott
• Budget: Dash Hotel Seminyak

🛵 3) Canggu – cafés, surfers, remote workers

Perfect for: “European Bali life”
Highlights: Batu Bolong, Echo Beach, food scene

Hotels:

• Mid-range: Como Uma Canggu
• Budget: Pererenan Homestays

🌿 4) Ubud – rice terraces & temples

Perfect for: nature, culture, yoga
Highlights: Tegalalang, Monkey Forest, waterfalls, temples

Hotels:

• Luxury: Komaneka at Bisma
• Mid-range: Ubud Village Hotel
• Budget: Guesthouses €15–25

🏖️ 5) Nusa Dua – calm luxury

Perfect for: families, relaxation
Highlights: private beaches, clean area, water sports

Hotels:

• Luxury: The Apurva Kempinski
• Mid-range: Melia Bali

🌤️ Best time to visit Bali

Dry season (best): April–October

• Sunny days
• Lower humidity
• Best for beaches & volcano trekking

Rainy season: November–March

• Heavy showers
• Humid
• Cheaper hotels
• Fewer tourists

📅 Suggested 7-day Bali Itinerary

Day 1–2: Uluwatu

• Beaches
• Uluwatu Temple
• Sunset at Single Fin

Day 3–4: Canggu/Seminyak

• Cafés
• Beach clubs
• Tanah Lot Temple

Day 5–7: Ubud

• Tegallalang
• Monkey Forest
• Waterfalls (Tukad Cepung / Tegenungan)
• Mt. Batur sunrise trek

💰 Prices in Bali (2025)

🔒 Safety & scams

Bali is safe, but:

• Beware of “temple sarong sellers”
• Use GoJek/Grab
• Don’t leave valuables on beach
• When renting a scooter → take pictures of every scratch