Exploring Bali is a lot of fun and if you visit Canggu, you’re never going to be bored because there are so many things to do in Canggu that you could spend a couple of weeks here and still not have the time to do everything.
We’ve put together a list of 46 things to do in Canggu to get you started and that includes fun activities, hidden gems and some of the area’s most popular spots too. All of our favourite places are on this list and you can be sure of having a great time at any of them.
Our 46 Things To Do In Canggu
FINNS Beach Club
FINNS is the world’s best beach club and it’s one of the main reasons people come to Canggu. Nearly 15% of all visitors to Bali go to FINNS.
Sipping a cocktail in an infinity pool with an amazing view of the Indian Ocean and Berawa Beach is an unforgettable experience.
The world-class entertainment, amazing food and non-stop fun that FINNS provides makes this beach club a must-see when you come to Canggu.
Where To Find It: Jl. Pantai Berawa No.99, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: FINNS
Berawa Beach
Berawa Beach is a popular spot for surfers and in the early hours of the day, you will find plenty of people walking their dogs and watching the surfboards get set up for the day.
It’s also home to FINNS Beach Club and that means that Berawa Beach remains popular all day long and at night, there’s even night surfing to enjoy. There are also some great restaurants in this area.
Where To Find It: Berawa Beach, Dalung, Kuta Utara, Bali
Website: N/A
Batu Bolong Beach
Batu Bolong Beach is the most popular beach in Canggu, even more so than Berawa Beach. That’s probably because the main road to the beach is a shopper’s paradise.
If you want shops, bars, restaurants, and cafes, galore then the walk down to this beach is going to keep you very happy, indeed.
Where To Find It: Batu Bolong Beach, Dalung, Kuta Utara, Bali
Website: N/A
Echo Beach
Getting to Echo Beach is very easy from most of Canggu and the area is famous for its surf break and thus, it’s a popular place for a surf lesson or two.
You’ll also find that the area has been greatly gentrified and there’s a lot of parking available for visitors around this beach.
Where To Find It: Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: N/A
Nelayan Beach
If you want to get away from the crowds and enjoy a quieter beach, then Nelayan Beach might be what you’re looking for.
It’s the kind of place that sees almost no visitors in the rainy season and only a few in dry season. But hurry, they’re starting to develop this area too.
Where To Find It: Dalung, Kuta Utara, Bali
Website: N/A
Pererenan Beach
Pererenan Beach is in an up-and-coming part of the island. Pererenan has traditionally been the choice of holidaymakers seeking nice villas and local cuisine.
We’ve noticed that they’ve not quite got the mix right, yet, as the high turnover of local tourism businesses shows.
Where To Find It: 84XF+RMJ, Jl. Pantai Pererenan No.171, Pererenan, Kec. Mengwi, Kabupaten Badung, Bali
Website: N/A
Tanah Lot Temple
The most famous temple near Canggu is Tanah Lot and it sits on a rock formation island just off the coast. It’s just 20 minutes’ drive from Canggu proper.
It’s best seen at sunset to get the amazing light show above the ocean and the temple, but be warned, you might want to go in the wet season as it gets super popular in the dry season.
Where To Find It: Beraban, Kediri, Tabanan Regency, Bali 82121
Website: Tanah Lot
La Brisa Sunday Market
If you’re in the mood for trying some of the products made by local farmers then you might stop in at this pleasant market.
You can also find a few souvenirs and other things to keep your interest here. But please remember, it’s only open on Sundays. The Sunday Market doesn’t exist on other days. (Find out more about markets in Canggu).
Where To Find It: Jl. Pantai Batu Mejan, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali
Website: Instagram
Take A Surf Lesson
The beaches in Canggu are all excellent for surfing and you will find surf schools near all of them where you can improve your skills or start from scratch.
One school is Magic Surf School and it’s very popular with new surfers seeking to get their first experience of the Canggu waves.
Where To Find It: Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali
Website: Magic Surf School
See The Street Art
Canggu is home to some incredible street art, but you have to know where to look to find it. Take a stroll down any of the main streets and then wander down the side alleys (you’ll be quite safe as long as you take sensible precautions around the dogs).
You may even be lucky enough to catch an artist at work!
Where To Find It: Jalan Raya Canggu, Jalan Raya Pantai Berawa, Jalan Raya Pantai Batu Bolong
Website: N/A
Stay In A Luxury Resort
When the FINNS Bal Resort opens, you should, of course, stay there. But for now, you could try any of the local luxury hotels such as COMO Uma Canggu, Hotel Tugu, etc.
Then you’ll be sure of great food, a good night’s sleep and plenty of energy to visit FINNS Beach Club with!
Where To Find It: COMO Uma Canggu, Echo Beach, Jl. Pantai Batu Mejan, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: COMO
Nusa Clay Club
Not every activity in Canggu is a traditional one. If you want to unleash your inner artist and sculpt something awesome out of clay – Nusa Clay Club is a great place to go.
You should be aware though that clay can take some time to dry and then fire, so check with the studio before starting a project that you want to keep.
Where To Find It: Jl. Munduk Kedungu, Pererenan, Kec. Mengwi, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: Clay Club Nusa
FINNS Recreation Club
If you want an amazing gym, a lap pool and a fabulous cafe as well as some football fields, trampolines and more. You can find it at the Rec Club.
Splash Water Park has been reduced in scope though to make room for new developments and it’s now the best place to be for the smallest children.
Where To Find It: Jl. Pantai Berawa No.15, Canggu, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: FINNS Rec Club
Rice Paddies
One thing that Canggu is famous for is its rice paddies and while they may not be quite as dramatic as some of the more popular rice terraces, you can still take a pleasant stroll and get some lovely photos.
The address listed here is one of the most popular spots for taking photos for your Instagram feed in Bali.
Where To Find It: Banjar Pelambingan, Perumahan Canggu Asri, Jl. Karang Suwung, Berawa, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: N/A
Stop For Brunch
Brunch is a Canggu tradition and whether it’s digital nomads sipping on a fresh coconut and eating smoothie bowls or tourists tucking into a full English and more, you can find it here.
One great place for a brunch is Crate Cafe which has a vsarfied menu and some nice views of the rice fields too.
Where To Find It: Crate Cafe, Jl. Canggu Padang Linjong No.49F, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351
Website: Life’s Crate
Sundowners On The South Coast
The sunset here in Bali is famous and there’s nothing quite like a few cocktails as the sun drops below the horizon.
We recommend having at least one set of sundowners at FINNS Beach Club but there are plenty of places along the beaches where you can have fun.
Where To Find It: Any Beach Or At FINNS Beach Club
Website: N/A
Participate In A Beach Cleanup
Many of the beaches have professional clean-up crews but many rely on local volunteers and tourists to help keep the sand pleasant for everyone.
Why not give a little back during your time in Bali and join in for a quick early morning clean-up? Trash Hero is one such cleanup operation.
Where To Find It: Trash Hero, 84RJ+28F, Canggu, Kuta Utara, Badung Regency, Bali
Website: Instagram
Try Out Co-Working
If you’ve ever wondered what digital nomads do – they travel and they work. If you need to get a little work done while in Bali, why not try coworking?
Coworking is a great way to get a nice space to work that’s quiet and relaxing. Try the coworking at FINNS Rec Club to get you started. But there are plenty of coworking spaces in Canggu to choose from.
Where To Find It: Jl. Pantai Berawa No.15, Canggu, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: FINNS Rec Club
Stretch At The Yoga Studios
Bali is famous for its yoga. So, why not take a yoga class at one of the many young studios on the island?
You can enjoy a yoga class at FINNS Rec Club as part of your day pass, which can make it unbeatable value for money. (Check out all the best spots for yoga in Canggu).
Where To Find It: Jl. Pantai Berawa No.15, Canggu, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: FINNS Rec Club
Find A Traditional Beach Bar
The beach bars of Bali are vanishing as they’re replaced by beach clubs and luxury resorts but you can still find them if you look carefully.
Warung Pantai is one of our favourites, it’s got a very chilled out vibe and the drinks are extremely reasonably priced. It’s a nice spot for a draft beer by the sea.
Where To Find It: Warung Pantai, Jl. Batu Belig No.37, Kerobokan Kelod, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Website: Instagram
Enjoy The Local Food
Balinese food is amazing and there are plenty of local warungs, where you can enjoy the local food without spending a fortune. There are quite a few Indonesian restaurants too.
Check out Warung Sunshine, for example, which has some amazing food for very reasonable prices.
Where To Find It: Warung Sunshine, Jl. Pantai Berawa Br. Berawa, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: Instagram
Try Out Some Fine Dining
The Canggu area is home to some amazing fine dining experiences too and while we love St. Tropez and Monsoon at FINNS, there are other great places to eat as well.
Santanera is one such restaurant. It’s a fabulous Mediterranean inspired spot with an emphasis on local ingredients used well. (Check out our favourite fine dining spots in Canggu).
Where To Find It: Santanera, Jl. Tanah Barak No.55-57, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351
Website: Santanera
Horse Riding At Bali Equestrian Centre (BEC)
If you’ve ever fancied learning to ride, Bali’s a great place to do it and BEC is the number one destination on the island for horse enthusiasts.
They also have ponies for the littlest ones to ride, so it makes for a great family day out.
Where To Find It: Perumahan Canggu Asri Jl. Karang Suwung, Brawa, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: BEC
Enjoy A Massage In The Huge Range Of Spas And Massage Parlours
You can get an amazing spa treatment in Bali for much less money than it would cost at home and the massages are out of this world.
Our favourite place for a massage is the Body Temple Spa at FINNS Rec Club. Their massage therapists are world-class. (See all the best spas in Canggu).
Where To Find It: Body Temple Spa, Jl. Pantai Berawa No.15, Canggu, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: Instagram
Check Out Some Hipster Cafes
Canggu’s appeal to Australian tourists is most apparent in its hipster cafe culture and you can find some amazing Instagrammable cafes with perfect vibes in the area.
Just don’t get there too early in the morning as many of them only open at 8/9 a.m.
Where To Find It: Various locations, try Hopper Coffee, Rise & Shine, Blou Cafe, Dawn Coffee & Eatery and Home Cafe to get started with.
Website: N/A
Take A Balinese Cooking Class
If you love the local food, why not take a cooking class and learn how to make some when you get home?
The fanciest place to learn in Canggu is with the Well Meyrick Cooking Experiences. Will is the island’s most famous chef and his cooking class is world class.
Where To Find It: Jl. BintanV, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 8036
Website: Will Meyrick
Go For A Clifftop Drink At Pantai Cinta
If you want a view over the beach rather than of the beach at sunset, why not trya clifftop location for a beer?
You don’t need to go to Uluwatu for that – you can head To The Beach Love right here in Canggu.
Where To Find It: The Beach Love, Banjar Kedungu, Belalang, Kediri, Tabanan Regency, Bali 82115
Website: Instagram
Experience The G-Swing
This recently introduced attraction to Canggu is the classic Bali Swing on steroids. They launch you right up into the air before you swing about 50 meters above the ground!
There’s an onsite bar if you need a little Dutch courage before you ride. The cocktails are great!
Where To Find It: Jl. Pantai Batu Mejan No.9, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: Instagram
Try Out The Sa’Mesa Experience
Sa’Mesa is the one place in Canggu where you will eat with strangers who become new friends over the course of the meal.
Each day’s menu is unique and consists of 20 or more courses to share with the table! It’s amazing.
Where To Find It: Jl. Tanah Barak No.1e, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351
Website: Sa’Mesa
Hit Up A Nightclub
If you want to dance until dawn, then there are plenty of places to party in Canggu and you can go clubbing at Vault!
Vault is extremely popular and the nights are always good-natured and friendly. (Check out our Canggu nightlife guide).
Where To Find It: Vault – Jl. Pantai Berawa No.99, Tibubeneng, Badung, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: Instagram
Shop For Souvenirs At Love Anchor Market
Love Anchor Market is one of the best places to go to buy souvenirs and fashion items in Canggu.
It’s on the famous Jalan Pantai Batu Bolong near Batu Bolong Beach and it’s the sort of place you can spend a whole day browsing.
Where To Find It: Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong No.56, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351
Website: Instagram
Create Your Own Souvenirs At Eye Sea Bali
Take photos of your eyes and turn them into jewellery? Well, it turns out that’s what Eye Sea Bali is about.
It’s very reasonably priced if that’s your thing.
Where To Find It: Jl. Canggu Permai IV, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: Eye Sea
Become A Perfume Maker At Our Projects
We love making our own unique scents at Our Projects and while it may not be the most “Bali” thing to do on the island, it’s a lot of fun.
We’d also note that it’s way cheaper than making perfumes in Australia and other Western countries too.
Where To Find It: Jl. Canggu Padang Linjong No.47d, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351
Website: Our Projects
Get Serious About Coffee At Blacklist Coffee Roasters
Bali grows some amazing coffee as does the rest of Indonesia. You can learn all about it and try some at Blacklist.
We’d also note that all the coffee there is ethically sourced, no need to worry about kopi luwak.
Where To Find It: Jl. Tanah Barak No.6, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351
Website: Blacklist
Watch A Movie In The Great Outdoors
Yema Kitchen is a nice place for a meal but their outdoor cinema is legendary. If you’ve always wanted to catch a movie under the stars, this is where to go.
Where To Find It: Yema Kitchen, Jl. Tanah Barak No.31, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351, Indonesia
Website: Instagram
Sip Craft Beer At Black Sands Brewery
Bali’s craft beer scene is very healthy and one great place to go and get involved is the Black Sands Brewery.
Think sports bar, beer garden and lots of craft beer and you’ll be there.
Where To Find It: Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: Black Sands
Try Playing Padel For The First Time
FINNS Rec Club will soon be opening its padel courts to the public. Don’t miss out on your chance to play this exciting sport.
Where To Find It: Jl. Pantai Berawa No.15, Canggu, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: FINNS Rec Club
Go For A Picnic
You don’t have to spend a fortune to have fun in Canggu, just pack a picnic and head out into the rice paddies or on to the beaches.
Where To Find It: Anywhere
Website: N/A
Hit Up The Boutique Fashion Stores
There are so many places where you can buy amazing clothes in Canggu and the roads listed below will bring you into contact with plenty of designer boutiques.
Where To Find It: Jalan Raya Pantai Berawa, Jalan Raya Pantai Batu Bolong and various other streets
Website: N/A
Get Artistic At Berawa Art House
If you’re feeling like a family art project, why not go to Berawa Art House and take lessons together?
Where To Find It: Jl. Tegal Sari No.38, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: Berawa Art House
Hire A Scooter And Explore The Neighbourhood
We don’t really recommend driving scooters in Bali. It’s dangerous and it’s hard to be road legal (and if you’re not legal, you’re not insured even if you paid for travel insurance).
But it’s a good way to get around the busy streets of Canggu and see what’s out there.
Where To Find It: Ask at your accommodation for advice
Website: N/A
Sleep In A High-End Villa
You don’t need to spend every night of your holiday in a luxury villa but given how affordable they are – you might want to try one night, at least.
Saba Villas is a gorgeous complex of 5 villas that are very much worth staying in.
Where To Find It: Saba Villas, Jalan Subak Sari No.30, Banjar Tegal Gundul, Canggu, Kuta Utara, Badung Regency, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Website: Saba Villas
Get Dancing At Canggu Studio
There aren’t many cultural performances in Canggu but you can always create your own by joining a dance class at Canggu Studio.
Where To Find It: Jl Raya Canggu, Br Jl. Kayu Tulang No.28x, Bali 80361
Website: Canggu Studio
Try An ATV Ride Or Dirt-Bike Ride At Rockets Ride
If you want something to get the adrenalin pumping why not try an ATV Ride or Dirt Bike Ride through the rice paddies?
Where To Find It: Jalan pantai lima, Pererenan, Kec. Mengwi, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351
Website: Rockets
Visit An Art Gallery
There are quite a few galleries in Canggu but our favourite is The Medium which has a great range of contemporary pieces.
Where To Find It: The Medium, Jl. Pantai Berawa, Tibubeneng, Canggu, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: The Medium
Go On A Day Trip
Canggu is a great base to explore the rest of the island from. Contact Bali Res Centre if you want to book travel, accommodation, etc.
Where To Find It: Anywhere else in Bali
Website: Bali Res Centre (FINNS Recreation Club, Jl. Pantai Berawa Br. Tegal Gundul No.Ds 3rd Floor, Canggu, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361)
Treat Yourself To A Golden Facial At Goldust Spa
Want to feel like a Kardashian for the day? Try a golden facial at Goldust. It’s ridiculously decadent.
Where To Find It: Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong Gg. Nyepi, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361
Website: Goldust
FAQs
What Is Canggu, Bali Best Known For?
Canggu is best known for the Canggu Beach strip which consists of many different beaches as well as the three villages in Canggu, Bali which sit among the rice paddies that the island is famous for.
However, in recent years, in Bali, Canggu has become one of the most popular destinations on the island and there’s been a lot of development going on in town.
This is good news because it means there are a lot of fun activities in the area but it does mean that traffic has become a minor problem and driving to Echo Beach, for example, can take much longer than the distance implies.
Is There Much To Do In Canggu?
Yes! If you take a look at our list above there are plenty of things to do in Canggu. In fact, you could probably spend your whole holiday in Bali in Canggu and never get bored. Particularly, if you’re staying in a nice villa with a private pool or at the FINNS Bali Resort.
However, Canggu is also well-situated for exploring the rest of the island and it’s easy to take a day trip to Ubud, Seminyak, Kuta, Legian, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Uluwatu, etc. too.
That means you can use Canggu as a base to explore Bali and ensure you stay in comfort throughout your time here.
There are also great restaurants representing nearly all cuisines excluding those already mentioned above, why not check out the best sushi in Canggu or the best Japanese in Canggu, the best Thai in Canggu, the best Chinese in Canggu or the best Indian in Canggu.
What To Do In Canggu For One Day?
If we only had one day in Canggu, we’d go to FINNS Beach Club, the world’s best beach club. There’s nothing quite like using their swim-up bars in the infinity pool facing the Indian Ocean to really feel special.
The sunset at FINNS Beach Club is truly spectacular and once the sun goes down, the party gets started and their party restaurants are wonderful dining experiences.
Of course, you might want to fit in a surf lesson or a short walk in the rice paddies around that or even grab a spa treatment before you hit the beach club, but we’d make FINNS the focus of a single day in Canggu every time.
How Many Days Should You Spend In Canggu, Bali?
We’d recommend that you spend, at least, 3 days in Canggu, Bali though you could spend much longer if you wanted to without getting bored.
That’s enough time to visit FINNS Beach Club, the best beach club in the world, fit in a surf lesson, see the rice paddies and the local street art, take a trip to Tanah Lot, enjoy a yoga class or two, watch the local fishermen at work, experience the best body scrubs in the local spas and more.
Is Canggu Worth Visiting?
Yes! Canggu, Bali is very much worth visiting. There are many good reasons that Canggu is the most popular destination in Bali at this moment.
It has beautiful beaches, interesting cultural performances, rice terraces, surfers riding huge waves, and so much more.
The best thing about Canggu is that it’s a combination of traditional Bali and modern Bali. You get all the comforts of home, but can still connect with authentic island life.
Final Thoughts On Things To Do In Canggu
As you can see, there are plenty of things to do in Canggu, Bali. While many visitors will only spend a few days in the Canggu area as they look to fit as much into a holiday as possible, you could easily spend all your time on the island in Canggu and have a great time.
We hope that our list of 46 things to do in Canggu has inspired you to book your holiday here and experience this amazing destination for yourself.