The 15 Best Balinese Dance Shows in Ubud

1.Ubud Palace Legong Dance Show Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,979 reviews · 1h 30m · from $6Our pick

Head to Ubud Palace for a 90-minute Legong Kraton performance by young Balinese dancers. Expect precise gestures, elaborate gold costumes, gamelan music, and an old royal tale. Arrive 45 to 75 minutes early for a better seat, since the outdoor venue fills quickly.

“The show was very interesting. It’s good to know that Balinese music is quite unique and specific, so it might not be for everyone’s taste, but overall it was a beautiful cultural experience and I’m really glad we went.”

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2.Uluwatu Sunset, Kecak Dance, and Dinner Jimbaran Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,681 reviews · from $35Top rated

This private, roughly seven-hour outing links Uluwatu Temple, a 50-man Kecak and Fire Dance, and a set seafood dinner at Jimbaran Beach. A chauffeur collects you from many Ubud and south Bali hotels. Guides such as Mur, Wayan, Nyoman, and Suta are praised for temple guidance, traffic skills, photos, and monkey warnings.

“Our driver Agnush was wonderful, very informative on our drive about the different areas we were travelling through on our way to Ulawatu. We felt at ease as he navigated through the busy traffic and also knew a couple of clever short cuts. He guided us through the temple and was our protector from the monkeys as we walked around. The Kecack dance was wonderful to watch as the sun was setting in the background amidst the full house of people there to enjoy the same experience. After the show Agnush was waiting for us exactly where he said and would be and easy to find in the sea of…”

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3.Ubud Kecak and Fire Dance Show Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,631 reviews · 1 hour · from $6

Spend one hour at an Ubud temple watching the Ramayana unfold through chanting, dance, colorful costumes, and fire. Choose from four venues, arrive early for better seats, and expect a cultural performance rather than a guided tour. English ticket support and wheelchair access are available.

“Fantastic cultural experiences! Small venue, up close to the performance, superb value for the money ($7 US). Go see it!”

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4.Dance Show + Dinner at Lost City – Story of Humanity

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 94 reviews · from $26

At Lost City near Ubud, you choose Lemuria or Atlantis before an 80-minute interactive dinner show begins. Expect buffet dishes, BBQ, fire dancing, live performers, and audience participation. Vegan, vegetarian, and halal food is available. Drinks cost extra, and steep stairs require good mobility.

“What an incredible evening, my friend, and I had at this nighttime contemporary, Audience, interactive Dramatic production. The actors were superb! The choreography was well integrated, and very nicely designed to include a diversRead more”

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5.Half-Day Tour: Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Fire Dance Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · from $43

You’ll visit Padang Padang Beach and Uluwatu Temple by private, air-conditioned vehicle, then watch the Kecak Fire Dance at sunset. Guides such as Berata, Krisda, Putra, and Vicky are praised for friendly local help. The tour lasts about six hours and includes entrance fees, water, and hotel pickup.

“The driver was incredibly conscientious and helpful, great information all along the way of the city and the sites we were going to”

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6.Private Tour: Full-Day Tanah Lot and Uluwatu Temples with Kecak Fire Dance Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · from $69

Spend about 10 hours with a private driver-guide visiting Taman Ayun, Tanah Lot, Padang Padang Beach, and Uluwatu. The day ends with a sunset Kecak fire dance. Hotel pickup, entrance fees, simple lunch, and return transport are included. Guides may include Dika, Dudy, Bagus, Ketut, or Gung Rai.

“The entire trip was memorable. our guide Mr Ketut , was exceptional. His knowledge about Bali - the culture and history was an education in itself”

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7.Legong Dance Show at Ubud Palace Bali

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 45 reviews · from $7

At 7:30 pm, three dancers tell a royal East Javanese tale through precise hand gestures, quick footwork, and expressive eyes, backed by a live gamelan orchestra. You’ll watch in Ubud Palace’s courtyard. Arrive 45 to 60 minutes early because seating is limited.

“Get there early for a good seat, lasts for 1 hour 30 mins so gets a bit uncomfortable but well worth it”

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8.Barong Dance and Keris Cultural Dance Show Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 40 reviews · 1 - 5 hours · from $6

See Bali’s Barong and Keris dance in Batubulan, where the lion-like Barong faces Rangda, queen of the witches. Choose a ticket only or pickup from Ubud, Denpasar, and Sanur. Expect gamelan music, elaborate masks, dramatic scenes, and a performance suited to families.

“I booked a dance, but after 48 hours there was no confirmation or tickets. I write to the provider (chat with them, but no info). After I chat with GYG - they wrote, that I need to wait and at least 2hours before the dance starts, I get my tickets. I get my tickets 24 h before the dance is started, also get info on whatsup from provider - wrote, that I need to be on the spot from 6 to 6:30pm to check in. Was there, but the man there dont know nothing. I chat again with the provider, go back to Pura Dalem and get my tickets and…”

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9.Admission Tickets for Kecak Dance & Uluwatu Temple Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $50

Spend an afternoon and evening with a private driver-guide, visiting Nusa Dua Beach, Padang Padang Beach, and Uluwatu Temple before the Kecak and Fire Dance. Pickup is available from Ubud, Kuta, Sanur, Jimbaran, Sukawati, and Benoa Port. Guide-driver Gede is specifically praised for friendly service and safe driving.

“Watch out for the sneaky monkeys on the temple grounds. Make sure you get in the performance arena early and situated yourself in the center (not on the sides) to get the best views”

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10.Best Sunset at Uluwatu with Kecak Dance

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $77

Spend about 8.5 hours with a private driver-guide visiting GWK Cultural Park, Padang Padang Beach and Uluwatu Temple. The main event is a sunset Kecak Dance above the sea. Guides such as Nyoman, Putu and Kadek also explain Balinese culture along the way.

“The second time I went to Bali, I just had time to watch the Kecak Dance. To purchase tickets, it is recommended to buy an online voucher first, because during high seasons there will be a lot of visitors and tickets are limited so as not to overRead more”

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11.Ubud Excursion: Barong Dance, Art Villages, Nature, Temple and Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $67

Spend about nine hours exploring Ubud with a private English-speaking driver-guide. Watch a barong and fire dance, visit jewelry, painting, and woodcarving studios, tour Batuan Temple, walk to Tegenungan Waterfall, and see more than 700 macaques at Monkey Forest.

“Was a very good trip, I enjoyed and my driver was lovely. Took me where I wanted to go. I thought the art in Bali is amazing.”

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12.Bali Sunset: Uluwatu Temple – Kecak Dance- Jimbaran Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $35

Set out from Ubud with an English-speaking driver in an air-conditioned car. Visit Uluwatu Temple, watch a Ramayana-based Kecak fire dance at Pantai Melasti Ungasan, then add a $15 seafood dinner at Jimbaran Bay. Hotel pickup, water, fuel, and a sarong are included.

“Great day with a great and funny driver. We have seen many interedting things and have learnt a lot about the Bali culture.”

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13.️Uluwatu Temple Sunset & Kecak Fire Dance Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · from $28

Spend about eight hours exploring Bali’s southern coast, from Padang Padang Beach to cliff-top Uluwatu Temple and its Kecak fire dance. You’ll ride in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver, then choose a basic package or add Jimbaran seafood dinner.

“The entire experience was great!!the driver made the experience. The coffee tasting was far more interesting (and tasty) than I had thought it would be. The views from Uluwatu Temple are Magnificent. The Kecak & Fire dance was good to seRead more”

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14.Bali Kecak Fire Dance Show at Tanah Lot, Tabanan with Transport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $13

Watch a traditional Balinese Kecak performance near Tanah Lot as men chant *cak, cak, cak* and act out the Ramayana. The open-air show builds toward a fire dance with burning coconut husks. Entry, photos, video, and skip-the-line access are included. Pickup is offered, but confirm the exact transport details before booking.

“This performance felt very special because it combined Balinese culture with the natural beauty of the beach. It’s a perfect activity for anyone visiting Tabanan who wants to enjoy both nature and tradition. I highly recommend it!”

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15.Kecak fire dance in Uluwatu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $43

Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking driver-guide Juli to Uluwatu Temple for the Kecak fire dance at sunset. The roughly 6.5-hour outing includes bottled water, parking, transport, photo help, and flexible stops. Lunch and facility fees are extra.

“My wife and I really enjoyed our tour with Juli. We went to 4 different locations and he also dropped us to Seminyak on the next part of our holiday. Juli was very patient and we never felt rushed. I would highly recommend.”

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