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5 Exciting Travel Ideas to Explore around Sanur, Bali

 

You just arrived in Sanur, Bali's most historic upscale resort area, and you got a lot of time to spend. What can you do to make the most out of this trip? Of course, you should explore the many avenues of Sanur. What's more, Sanur offers a myriad of exciting places in each of its avenues. Afraid of losing your way because there are so many places to visit? That's probably because you don't have any particular things to try in mind. And that's when we come in to help you by giving you some brilliant trip ideas to make your exploration around Sanur feel much more worthy. Check them out below!
 

1. Linger at Sanur Beach

a view of quiet Sanur Beach

Exploring Sanur would not be complete without visiting its beach. A wide array of amazing activities are available for you to try at Sanur Beach. As the beach is surrounded by clear shallow waters filled with offshore reefs, this place is perfect for swimming and snorkeling. Those who favor thrilling activities can try several watersports that Sanur Beach offers, like kitesurfing, windsurfing, wakeboarding, surfing, and parasailing. If you want to get active but not too much, then it's only right for you to try taking a banana boat ride through the calm waters of Sanur, or try doing a Sea Walker, a one-of-a-kind diving experience where you can see the sight of exotic marine life without getting your hair wet. You can also take a walk along the shoreline or lay under the warmth of the sun if you just want to chill.
 

2. Come taste the local Nasi Campur

a plate of Nasi Campur

Need a satisfying lunch after spending a good time at Sanur Beach? Head over to Nasi Ayam Kedewatan Ibu Mangku about 4 km to the northwest of the beach, in Jl. Tukad Badung. This renowned restaurant has served a huge selection of fulfilling Balinese dishes since the 1960s, including the legendary Nasi Campur, a loaded and flavorful dish featuring several tasty components such as warm rice, chicken, sate lilit, pindang eggs, Balinese urap (a seasoned, spiced, steamed salad), sambal matah, fried nuts, and other sides of your choice. This is the kind of dish that will make you wish you could eat more and more. Inside the restaurant, you will also be greeted by a peaceful atmosphere of a Balinese traditional house that compliments your feast well.
 

Nasi Ayam Kedewatan Ibu Mangku

Address: Jl. Tukad Badung No.11, Renon, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80234
Phone: +62 361 742 7166
Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 9:00 PM
@nasiayamkedewatan

 

3. Collect unique souvenirs

a woman picking some souvenirs

After treating yourself to a satisfying meal, then it’s probably a perfect time to move around again, this time by collecting a bunch of unique local souvenirs to bring home. If you want to get as many souvenirs as possible, you should come over to Krisna Oleh-Oleh Bali in Nusa Kambangan or Nusa Indah, both of which are located not too far from Nasi Ayam Kedewatan Ibu Mangku. Spread across Bali, Krisna Oleh-Oleh Bali is the largest gift store in Southeast Asia providing a wide range of authentic Balinese souvenirs including t-shirts, sandals, bags, accessories, fabrics, paintings, snacks, and coffees.

Krisna Oleh-Oleh Bali Nusa Kambangan

Address: Jl. Nusa Kambangan No.160 A, Dauh Puri Kauh, Kec. Denpasar Barat, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80113
Phone: +62 361 474 5641

Krisna Oleh-Oleh Bali Nusa Indah

Address: Jl. Nusa Indah No.77, Sumerta, Kec. Denpasar Timur., Kota Denpasar, Bali 80236 Phone: +62 361 264 780

 

4. Savour the Crispy Duck

a plate of a crispy fried duck

You just finished your lengthy shopping session and suddenly you are craving some more local meals. That means you should try one of the most scrumptious delicacies in Sanur, Bali, crispy fried duck! This special dish can be found at Bebek Garing Renon, located in Jl. Cok Agung Tresna, quite close to Krisna Oleh-Oleh Bali in Nusa Kambangan and Nusa Indah. The restaurant serves many kinds of dishes, but their most recommended menu is their selection of ducks and chickens. Pick how you want them to be done, whether you like it fried, roasted, grilled, spicy, or not too spicy. Whatever method you choose, their ducks and chickens are always cooked to perfection, that’s for sure.
 

Bebek Garing Renon

Address:Jl. Cok Agung Tresna No.36, Sumerta Kelod, Kec. Denpasar Timur, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80234
Phone: +62 818 0525 6529
Opening hours: 10:00 AM – 09:00 PM
@bebekgaringresto
 

5. More shopping at the mall

a view of the courtyard of a mall in Bali

Getting completely full? Now, it’s time to end your Sanur trip by doing another shopping spree at Level 21 Mall or Trans Studio Mall Bali! These places offer a plentitude of retail shops, grocery stores, eateries, a movie theater, as well as a fantastic outdoor area with various activities that are worth to try. Level 21 Mall is located Jl. Teuku Umar, while Trans Studio Mall is located in Jl. Imam Bonjol. Whichever place you visit, both of them will leave you with joy, and of course a bag full of good stuff.
 

Level 21 Mall

Address: Jl. Teuku Umar No.1, Dauh Puri Klod, Kec. Denpasar Barat, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80113
Phone: +62 361 257 576

Trans Studio Mall Bali

Address:Jl. Imam Bonjol No.440, Pemecutan Klod, Kec. Denpasar Barat, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80119

Are you ready to embark on a fantastic journey around Sanur, Bali? Remember these trip ideas when you are prepared to fly here! Once you arrive in Sanur, don’t ever forget to follow through with the existing health protocols, such as wearing your mask in public spaces, keeping your distance, washing your hands, avoiding crowded places, and minimizing your mobility.