Bali Highlight: 10 Fancy Places to Go in Canggu
As your time to visit Bali draws near, you may wonder about places to go in Canggu. But, wait, what is Canggu anyway? Well, Canggu is a beach resort village in North Kuta District. It is around 25-minutes drive to Tanah Lot Temple (a must-visit one!). So, other than having your Canggu tour, make sure you save some time to explore this magnificent sea temple. Particularly, you can join, for example, a Tanah Lot, Uluwatu, and Jimbaran Day Tour to get better experience. For this activity, Bali car rental can be your best friend. You’ll get comfy car along with English-speaking local driver who can navigate the road well for you. Now, let’s discuss our list on 10 fancy places to go in Canggu!
1. Canggu Beaches
So now you’ve known that Canggu is a coastal village. Of course, visiting its beaches is a must-do. Don’t worry; Bali’s tropical beaches are mostly worth to visit. Compared to the more popular ones in Seminyak and Kuta, the beaches here are rather secluded and quieter. They have bigger waves too! So, surfers, Canggu is where to go if you are looking for perfect waves to ride on. Besides the waves, the splendid view of sunset on the beach is another reason why you should visit Canggu beaches. Even strolling across the coastline or just sitting back and relax on the beaches are good ideas. Among most well-known beaches in Canggu are Batu Bolong Beach, Nelayan Beach, Berawa Beach, and Echo Beach.
2. La Laguna
Looking for a fancy place to chill? La Laguna can be a great choice. This beach club is heavily gypsy-themed. So, it’s the perfect place for hippies to hang out. Couple Gonzalo and Sandra Assiego adore Spanish gypsy culture. And, they put their utmost efforts to design and establish La Laguna to fit the ‘boho-chic’ description. While other beachfront clubs and bars offer luxury, La Laguna becomes a unique alternative. Upon entering, the intense bohemian hippie atmosphere will enchant you right away. Instead of luxury chairs and decoration, there you’ll find recycled chairs and wooden gypsy caravans adorning the whole area. You can find this fancy place at Jaan Pantai Kayu Putih, Berawa, Canggu.
3. Deus Ex Machina
With tranquil rice paddies surrounding it, Deus Ex Machina is a complex comprising of stores, custom motorcycles garage, and café. Deus Ex Machina is unlike any other places to go in Canggu. This spot is designed in such a way to meet the taste and need of surfers, bikers, and anyone else. Deus Cafe offers a chilled place to hang out after surfing or for a mere meet up. There, you can enjoy your coffee and simple dishes while absorbing the cool, eccentric vibe of the area. Deus Ex Machina is located at Jalan Batu Mejan no. 8, Canggu.
4. Pretty Poison
If Deus Ex Machina is a perfect hang-out place for bikers and surfers, Pretty Poison is for skaters. This underground bar and skate bowl park is situated at Jalan Subak Canggu. Since a load of skateboarders, clubbers, and artists are coming each night, it is not difficult to find the place. Pretty Poison is a place for a drink, live music, tattoo, and skateboard. You probably think that it is where cool kids go in Canggu. While it’s true that most of its visitors are young adults, Pretty Poison is a place for all ages and cultures.
5. House of Alaia
Jewelry is attractive for both men and women of all ages. It is an objet d’art for us and others. If you are a jewelry aficionado, or you know someone who is, then House of Alaia is a perfect place to stop by. Here, you can admire and even buy some of their showcased collections. Or, how about making your own jewelry? Yes. House of Alaia provides jewelry-making and art classes for its visitors. Add the jewelry that you create to your collection. Or, it is also perfect as souvenir. So, what are you waiting for? Head to Jalan Pantai Batu Bolong no. 27B, Canggu to find this awesome place!
6. Bali Equestrian Center
Bali Equestrian Center in Perumahan Canggu Asri is a great place to spend with family. Other than having horse-riding lesson, the whole family can enjoy a tour atop a horse (pony for your little ones). There are two kinds of tour provided by this world-class tourism destination: village tour and beach one. Besides the stables and riding facilities, BEC area comprises of a boutique, café, pool, and also playground.
7. Tugu Hotel Bali
If you are interested in watching some cultural performances, Tugu Hotel Bali is one of the suitable places to go in Canggu for this purpose. Located at Jalan Pantai Batu Bolong, Canggu, this luxury hotel hosts live Balinese dance and music performance every Thursday evening. Beginning from 7.30 p.m., guests can enjoy various traditional dances while enjoying their fancy dinner.
8. Crate Cafe
Do you fancy some delish food? If so, let’s find a place to eat in Canggu! There are numerous recommended restaurants in Canggu where you can satiate yourself with delicious meals. One of them is Crate Cafe in Jalan Batu Bolong no. 64. This is a place for scrumptious breakfast, brunch or lunch. Besides, there are some gluten-free and vegan options as well. So, vegetarians are welcomed to the café as well.
9. Canggu Traditional Market
To catch a glimpse of Balinese local life in Canggu, going to its traditional market is a good idea. Pasar Tradisional Canggu is always full of locals shopping for daily necessities. Here, you can find and buy various stuff like foodstuffs, uncooked rice, groceries, fresh fruits and vegetables, and many others. Besides Canggu Market, Love Anchor Market is also a favorite. There, you can shop for clothes, accessories, and many others.
10. Desa Seni Yoga
Desa Seni literally means art village. It is a village resort in Jalan Subak Sari 13, Berawa, Canggu which hosts yoga classes. It is The Collective, Desa Seni’s School of Yoga where you can join daily yoga classes or personal yoga retreats. Also, what is great about Desa Seni’s yoga is that its experienced teachers conduct the classes in pendopo, an open-aired gazebo surrounded by calming greeneries. Besides yoga classes, Desa Seni also provide spa treatments.How relaxing!
So, those sum up our 10 selections of places to go in Canggu. We hope you can find it useful. Enjoy your stay in Canggu Bali!
