From ivory-white beaches and soaring clifftops to ancient sea temples and swanky beach clubs, Bali is blessed with some of the most stunning sunset spots in Indonesia. However, with so many beautiful places to choose from, it can be hard figuring out where to watch the sunset in Bali.
To help you out, we would like to share top recommendations for Bali’s best sunset spots.
Uluwatu Temple
A list of the best sunset spots in Bali could simply not start with anything else but the stunning Pura Luhur Uluwatu. This is one of the most beautiful temples on the Bali Island. Sunset is a magical time to visit, and watching the sun melt away over the horizon will leave you breathless. Make sure to walk along the cliff, where you’ll find loads of different vantage points, each unique but equally gorgeous. After you’ve taken a stroll around, don’t miss watching an exhilarating Kecak fire dance performance. It’s one of the best things to do in Bali! The show starts at 6 pm, so make sure to come at least one or two before then. That way, you can explore all the corners of this stunning sea temple before the sun goes down.
La Planca, Seminyak
For a beautiful Bali sunset right on Double Six Beach, you couldn’t find a better place than La Plancha, even if you tried.
La Plancha is a Spanish beach bar and one of the hippest places to hang out in Seminyak. Best known for its laidback Bohemian vibes and colorful beanbags, and traditional Balinese parasols lodged in the sand, La Plancha is a place where you can have your cake and eat it too! Here you can sit with your toes in the sand, watch the gentle waves and catch one of the most epic sunsets in all of Bali. The best part is you can do all of this with your favorite boozy cocktail in hand.
La Plancha is an extremely laid-back place, perfect for watching the changing skies as the sun sets. With that said, it is very popular! And starts filling up a couple of hours before the skies start changing. Don’t come too late, or you won’t be able to snap up the best spot on the beach.
Tanah Lot Temple
Tanah Lot is another must-visit place to see the sunset in Bali and yet another incredible sea temple that deserves a spot on your Bali travel itinerary.
Located just on the outskirts of Canggu, Tanah Lot is easily accessed on a 30-minute drive from Seminyak. This sacred Hindu temple sits right on top of a coral rock that bulges out of the ocean. If you want to get a close-up view of the temple’s base and perhaps even get blessed with its holy waters, visit at low tide when the rock path leading to the temple is open.
The scenery here is utterly magical, no matter what time of day you visit. But at sunset, it’s so much more special, and you can even join a sunset tour to guarantee front row seats.
Sunset Point, Amed
When the sun begins to drop, signaling the end to yet another day in paradise, there is no better place to be in Amed than the aptly named Sunset Point.
Just like anywhere else in sleepy Amed, Sunset Point effortlessly charms visitors and sunset chasers with relaxed, unpretentious vibes. Sunset Point is basically a warung set up on the highest point in Amed. There are a few tables scattered around the small bluff overlooking Jemeluk Beach below, and you’ll want to order something cold to celebrate the end of yet another fantastic day.
Potato Head Beach Club, Seminyak
Most coastline areas in the southern part of Bali will give you stunning sunsets into the nighttime. One of the trendiest spots to hang out in Seminyak is Potato Head – a cool beach club offering fantastic views, a fun pool, delicious food, and loads of Instagram-worthy photo spots.
Besides the boozy cocktails and great vibe, Potato Head Beach Club is also one of the best places in Bali for amazing sunset views. You can hang out in the two infinity pools or take a nice walk at the beach area for a less resort-like experience. But what’s not to like with group seating arrangements, dining venues, private cabanas, and cool places to socialize and see the fun crowds from different venues around the resort? If you’d rather have a more chill experience, just enjoy the gorgeous views, sunset, and amazing food.
