Puri Saren Agung, Ubud Palace, sits at the crossroads that is the centre of town. It was the seat of the lords of Ubud, whose patronage from the 1930s onwards helped turn the village into a centre for painting, carving and dance, and members of the royal family still live in its inner compounds.
Visitors can walk into the outer courtyards for free during the day to see the carved gateways, pavilions and stone guardians. In the evening the courtyard becomes a stage: performances of Legong and other dances are held here on many nights, lit by lamps and accompanied by gamelan.
Across the road the Ubud Art Market (Pasar Seni) fills a two-storey building and the lanes around it with stalls selling sarongs, sun hats, rattan bags, wood carvings and paintings. Next to it, the traditional market sells fruit, spices and offerings from early morning.
Top things to do at Ubud Palace & Art Market
Explore the palace courtyards
Morning is the quietest time to look at the gates and pavilions. Respect any areas roped off for the family or for ceremonies.
Watch an evening dance
Tickets for the palace performances are sold at the gate and online. Arrive a little early for a good seat. See our <a href="/destinations/balinese-dance-performances/">guide to dance nights</a>.
Shop the Art Market
Bargaining is expected. Start well below the asking price, smile, and be ready to walk away — the same goods appear at many stalls.
See the morning market
Get there around 6–8 a.m. to see local shoppers buying flowers and offering materials before the souvenir stalls take over.
How to get to Ubud Palace & Art Market
- The palace is at the junction of Jalan Raya Ubud and Monkey Forest Road, the centre of Ubud — most central hotels are within a 15-minute walk.
- Traffic in the centre is heavy in the late afternoon; walking is usually faster than a car.
- Many all-day tours stop at the palace and the market.
- Dress modestly in the palace; it is a family residence and a place of ceremony.
- Shops at the Art Market rarely take cards — bring cash.
- The best prices are early in the morning, when traders hope for a first sale.
- Saraswati Temple is a two-minute walk away, so combine the two.
Best tours & tickets for Ubud Palace & Art Market
These top-rated experiences are the easiest way to see Ubud Palace & Art Market and make the most of the day:
Show ticket from US$6 Bali: Ubud Palace Legong Dance Show Entry Ticket
Bali’s most refined classical dance, performed at Ubud’s royal palace with a live gamelan orchestra. Arrive early for a seat with a clear view of the stage.
- Legong dance at the royal palace
- Live gamelan orchestra
- Gold-leaf costumes and carved gateways
Full-day tour from US$21 Bali: Ubud Full-Day All-Inclusive Highlights Tour
The classic Ubud day with every headline stop: the Sacred Monkey Forest, the Tegallalang rice terraces, the holy springs of Tirta Empul, Ubud Palace and the Art Market, finishing at Tegenungan Waterfall. With more than 6,000 reviews it is one of the most-booked days out in Bali.
- Monkey Forest, Tegallalang and Tirta Empul in one day
- Ubud Palace, the Art Market and Tegenungan Waterfall
- Hotel pickup; optional lunch
Workshop from US$27 Hands-On Silver Jewelry Making Near Ubud’s Monkey Forest
In a central Ubud workshop an experienced silversmith shows you how to make your own piece of silver jewellery from start to finish, with all materials and tools provided. Over 2,300 reviews at 4.9.
- Make your own piece from scratch
- An experienced silversmith guides you
- All materials and tools provided
