{"id":30256,"date":"2024-11-29T14:10:45","date_gmt":"2024-11-29T03:10:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/?p=30256"},"modified":"2026-05-08T14:57:38","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T04:57:38","slug":"things-to-do-in-ubud","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/things-to-do-in-ubud\/","title":{"rendered":"Fun in the Jungle: The Best Things to Do in Ubud"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

From temple visits and rice terrace treks to locally grown coffee tastings, these are the best things to do in Ubud, Bali’s cultural capital.<\/em><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nestled in the foothills of central Bali, Ubud (whose name derives from the Balinese word Ubad<\/em>, ‘medicine,’ for the abundance of medicinal plants in its jungles) has established itself as one of the world’s most renowned healing sanctuaries<\/a>, and a world capital for the arts of yoga and meditation. Even if a retreat isn\u2019t your thing, Ubud offers a wealth of things to see, eat and do \u2013 here’s our pick of the best. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best things to do in Ubud: wellness <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Practice your cat, cow or downward dog at Yoga Barn <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It would be remiss not to mention Ubud\u2019s most popular studio for drop-in yoga classes. With its central location and classes tailored towards a wide range of experience levels, Yoga Barn<\/a> is the<\/em> place in Ubud to get your stretch on (even if it\u2019s your first time).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get a mental reset without the sweat at Pyramids of Chi <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

At this tranquil, Australian-owned enclave<\/a>, the introductory sound bath \u2013 performed with gongs, singing bowls, chimes and a didgeridoo \u2013 offers an incredible rest. Upgrade to a futuristic light sound vibration session, held on sonic waterbeds, to take things to another level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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