Bali Night Market & Food Tour in Ubud | Eat Like a Local
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Bali Night Market & Food Tour in Ubud | Eat Like a Local
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Book a guided evening food tour to the Gianyar Night Market, the biggest and most authentic traditional food market near Ubud. Take our free shuttle from central Ubud, skip the tourist restaurants, and safely taste iconic Balinese street food like Babi Guling, Nasi Campur, and Sate Lilit with a local guide. Prices start at Rp 500,000 per person.
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Rp 500,000 (~30 EUR) per person
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Highlights
- Guided tour of the famous Gianyar Night Market (Pasar Senggol Gianyar).
- Free return shuttle from the central Ubud meeting point.
- Private, English-speaking local guide to help you navigate the busy stalls.
- All-inclusive food experience: Taste over a dozen different dishes, snacks, and sweets.
- Safe way to eat local food without worrying about language barriers or getting scammed.
- Small group or private tours available.
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The Gianyar Night Market Experience
Your evening starts at 4:00 PM with a free pickup from central Ubud. We drive you 20 minutes away from the expensive tourist restaurants directly to the Gianyar Night Market. This is where real Balinese families go to eat after sunset. As the market comes alive at 5:00 PM, your local guide leads you through the busy, colorful stalls.
Safe & Authentic Street Food
Eating street food in a foreign country can be intimidating. Your local guide ensures you only eat from the safest, cleanest, and highest-quality vendors. They translate for you, explain the ingredients, and help you understand the history behind each dish. You will share a fun, social atmosphere while trying unfamiliar flavors and textures you would never order on your own.
Itinerary
- 05:00 PM – Pickup at Meeting Point (Pura Dalem Puri Peliatan).
- 05:45 PM – Arrival at Gianyar Night Market (Pasar Senggol Gianyar).
- 06:00 PM – Guided Market Exploration & Savory Snacks Tasting (Gorengan, Sate Lilit).
- 06:45 PM – Traditional Sweets & Local Drinks Tasting (Jaja Bali, Es Daluman).
- 07:30 PM – Main Course Tasting (Babi Guling, Nasi Campur, Lawar).
- 08:30 PM – Depart from Gianyar Night Market.
- 08:30 PM – End of Tour and Shuttle Transfer back to Ubud.
What You Will Taste
Your tour includes an all-inclusive dinner made up of over a dozen street food tastings.
- The Main Dishes: We sample Babi Guling (Balinese roast suckling pig with crispy skin), Sate Lilit (minced fish or chicken satay grilled on lemongrass), Nasi Campur (mixed rice with traditional side dishes), and Lawar (traditional minced meat with grated coconut and spices).
- The Savory Snacks: Try fresh Gorengan (crispy Indonesian fritters), including Ote-Ote (vegetable fritters) and crispy Tempe Goreng.
- Traditional Sweets (Jaja Bali): Discover Klepon (pandan rice cakes filled with liquid palm sugar), Dadar Gulung (green coconut crepes), and Onde-Onde (sesame balls).
- Local Drinks & Fruit: Wash it down with Es Daluman (refreshing grass jelly drink with coconut milk) and taste bizarre seasonal fruits like Salak (Snake Fruit) or Rambutan.
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Pricing
Join-In Group Tour:
- Rp 500,000 per person (Maximum 8 people per group. Includes free shuttle).
Private Tour:
Perfect for families or couples wanting an exclusive evening with a dedicated guide.
- Solo Traveler (Private): Rp 1,200,000
- Group of 2 Adults: Rp 750,000 per person
- Group of 3 to 5 Adults: Rp 600,000 per person
- Group of 6+ Adults: Rp 500,000 per person
Important information
Meeting Point:
- Pura Dalem Puri Peliatan (Opposite Sens Hotel)
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Shuttle Schedule:
- Departure Time: Promptly at 5:00 PM.
- Arrival: Please arrive at the meeting point 10–15 minutes before departure.
Please Note:
- Group Size: Small group experience (Max. 8 People for join-in) to ensure you can easily navigate the crowded market aisles and hear your guide.
- Accessibility: The market is bustling, crowded, and requires navigating through narrow stalls and standing while eating some items.
- Dietary Restrictions: While vegetarians can be accommodated with sweet and savory snacks, this traditional market is heavily meat-focused (pork and chicken). It is not recommended for strict vegans, celiacs, or those with severe peanut/seafood allergies due to high cross-contamination risks and the heavy use of shrimp paste (terasi) in local sauces.
- Food Safety: We only eat from trusted, high-turnover stalls that our local guides know personally to ensure strict food safety and hygiene.
- Location: We drive you roughly 30 minutes outside of the main Ubud tourist center to the Gianyar Regency to visit the largest and most authentic night market in the area.
Cancellation Policy:
- Free: Up to 7 days before the class starts.
- 50% Fee: Cancellation 4 to 6 days in advance.
- 100% Fee: Cancellation within 0 to 3 days.
- Changes: We offer 2 free date changes if you cannot make it on the day.
About this activity
From
Rp 500,000 (~30 EUR) per person
Why Our Ubud Night Market Food Tour is a Must-Do?
- Taste Authentic Balinese Street Food: Savor iconic dishes like Satay, Babi Guling, and sweet Jaja Bali (cake) – a true Balinese flavor adventure.
- Deep Cultural Immersion Through Food: Let Balinese cuisine be your guide to understanding vibrant traditions, local life, and the heart of Balinese culture.
- Insider Expertise & Local Guides: Benefit from our knowledgeable local guides, sharing insider tips and secrets of Ubud’s night market and Balinese food culture.
- Fun & Social Atmosphere: Immerse yourself in the lively market buzz, connect with fellow food lovers, and share the joy of culinary discoveries together.
- Unforgettable Sensory Adventure: Create lasting memories as you explore the vibrant sights, sounds, and tantalizing aromas of Ubud’s traditional night market – a feast for all senses.
The Bali Night Market & Food Tours commences at 4:00 pm. All you have to do is ensure that join us at the designated meeting spot At 4 pm.
Choosing Your Ubud Night Market Food Tour Experience
Choosing The Right Food Tour
When selecting a night market food tour in Ubud, consider your preferences and travel style. There are two main options to choose from:
- Private Ubud Food Tour: Craft your perfect culinary evening! Ideal for personalized experiences, customize your itinerary, focus on specific dishes, and enjoy undivided attention from your expert guide for in-depth Balinese food insights.
- Group Ubud Food Tour: Join fellow foodies for a fun and social adventure! Perfect for meeting like-minded travelers, sharing culinary discoveries, and experiencing the vibrant night market buzz together.
Beyond the Food: Experience the Heart of Ubud Night Market Culture
- Traditional Balinese Atmosphere: Experience a truly authentic market steeped in local traditions and reflecting daily Balinese life.
- Vibrant Evening Scene: Witness the market come alive after sunset with colorful stalls, enticing aromas, and a lively mix of locals and tourists.
- Meeting Friendly Local Vendors: Connect with passionate vendors proud to share their culinary heritage and personal stories.
- More Than Food: Cultural Encounters: Immerse yourself in the rhythmic dance of Balinese life, beyond just the food stalls.
- A Feast for All Senses: Engage all your senses in this vibrant cultural and culinary hub.
Getting Ready for Your Night Market Adventure: Transport & Meeting Points
*Free Shuttle Services is Included
**Meet us at designated meeting point 15 minutes before 4:00 pm
Using Free Shuttle From Ubud Meeting Point
The day starts with our pick-up in Ubud meeting point at 4:00 pm
Meeting Time:
(15 minutes) before 4:00 pm
Meeting Location:
Pura Dalem Puri Peliatan
Address:
F7R9+8P2, Jalan Sukma Kesuma Jalan Raya Ubud Tebesaya, Petulu, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Location Map:
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Must-Try Balinese Street Food at Ubud Night Market
Jaje Bali (Balinese Favorite Cakes):
- Klepon: Imagine little spheres of pandan-infused rice cake, bursting with molten palm sugar when you bite into them, all dusted with freshly grated coconut. Sweet, chewy, and utterly addictive!
- Onde-Onde: Golden-brown sesame balls, crunchy on the outside, with a delightful chewy glutinous rice flour center. Some are filled with sweet mung bean paste for an extra treat. A perfect mix of textures and subtle sweetness.
- Bantal: “Bantal” means “pillow” in Indonesian, and these steamed rice cakes roll in young coconut leave are indeed soft and fluffy like pillows! Often subtly sweet from grated coconut and sometimes filled with banana, beans or other local fruits. A comforting and gently sweet treat.
- Sumping: Elegant green packets made from banana leaves, holding a creamy and subtly sweet coconut milk-based pudding, often with a hint of fragrant pandan leaf. Smooth, delicate, and refreshing.
- Dadar Gulung: Vibrant green pandan crepes, delicately thin and rolled around a sweet filling of grated coconut and palm sugar. Aromatic, slightly chewy, and beautifully fragrant.
- Kolak Pisang or Ketela: Warm, sweet comfort in a bowl! Imagine soft bananas or sweet potato simmered in fragrant palm sugar syrup and creamy coconut milk. A classic Indonesian dessert, perfect for a sweet treat.
- Ongol-Ongol: Wobbly and jiggly long stripe of sticky rice flower cake, often coated in grated coconut and drizzled with palm sugar syrup. Chewy, subtly sweet, and wonderfully textured.
- Iwel: round or square-shaped steamed black rice cakes, with a slightly savory and chewy texture, often subtly flavored with grated coconut milk. Hearty and satisfying with a hint of savory sweetness.
Gorengan (Street Food Snacks):
- Molen: Crispy, golden-brown pastry spirals filled with sweet banana. Crunchy on the outside, soft and sweet banana inside. A delightful sweet and savory snack.
- Ote-Ote (Bakwan Goreng): Savory fritters packed with shredded vegetables like cabbage and carrots, often with shrimp. Crispy, savory, and perfect for dipping in chili sauce. A satisfyingly crunchy snack.
- Tempe Goreng: Thinly sliced tempeh (fermented soybean cake) coated with flour butter, deep-fried until golden and crispy. Nutty, savory, and wonderfully crispy. A protein-rich vegetarian snack.
- Tahu Isi: Deep-fried tofu pockets filled with a savory mix of vegetables and sometimes vermicelli noodles. Crispy tofu exterior with a flavorful, soft vegetable filling.
Fermented Snack:
- Tape Ketan (Fermented Sweet Glutinous Rice): Sweet and slightly tangy fermented black glutinous rice. Often wrapped in banana leaves and enjoyed as a snack or dessert. Unique texture, slightly alcoholic tang, and sweet rice flavor.
Minuman (Local Favorite Drinks):
- Es Daluman (Cincau): A super refreshing iced drink featuring grass jelly (“Daluman” or “Cincau”), coconut milk, and palm sugar syrup. Cool, subtly sweet, and incredibly refreshing on a hot day.
- Es Buah: “Fruit Ice” – a vibrant and colorful medley of various tropical fruits like watermelon, papaya, melon, and more, served with shaved ice, sweet syrup, and sometimes condensed milk. Fruity, icy, sweet, and bursting with tropical flavors.
- Temu Lawak: A traditional herbal drink made from turmeric-like rhizome (“Temu Lawak”). Earthy, slightly bitter, and often sweetened with honey or palm sugar. Believed to have health benefits and a unique, refreshing taste.
- Teh Botol: Indonesia’s beloved bottled sweet tea. Jasmine tea infused, pre-sweetened, and served chilled. A classic, readily available, and refreshingly sweet thirst quencher.
Makanan Pokok (Local Dish Favorites and Delicacies):
- Sate Babi (Pork Satay): Skewered and grilled pork marinated in sweet and savory Balinese spices. Juicy, smoky, and packed with flavor. Often served with peanut sauce or sweet soy sauce.
- Sate Kambing (Goat Satay): Skewered and grilled goat meat, often marinated in aromatic spices. Richer and gamier flavor than chicken or pork satay, incredibly flavorful. Served with sweet soy sauce, chili, and shallots.
- Sate Ayam (Chicken Satay): The most popular satay! Skewered and grilled chicken marinated in sweet soy sauce and spices. Tender, smoky, and savory-sweet. Typically served with peanut sauce and lontong (rice cakes).
- Sate Lilit Ikan (Fish Lilit Satay): Minced fish satay, seasoned with fragrant Balinese spices and wrapped around lemongrass skewers before grilling. Moist, flavorful, and subtly smoky with a hint of lemongrass aroma.
- Bakso: Indonesian meatball soup. Savory beef meatballs, often with noodles, tofu, and vegetables in a rich broth. Hearty, comforting, and customizable with chili sauce and soy sauce.
- Mie Ayam: Chicken noodle soup. Egg noodles topped with seasoned chicken, mushrooms, and leafy greens, in a savory broth. A classic Indonesian comfort food, flavorful and satisfying.
- Babi Guling (Suckling Pig): Balinese roasted pig, a celebratory dish! The pig is stuffed with fragrant spices and herbs, slow-roasted to crispy perfection. Succulent meat, crispy skin, and incredibly flavorful. Often served with rice, lawar, and sambal matah.
- Betutu Ayam (Chicken Betutu): Slow-cooked, spice-infused chicken or duck, traditionally wrapped in banana leaves and steamed or roasted. Intensely flavorful, tender, and aromatic, with a deep spice profile.
- Sayur Serombotan: A refreshing Balinese vegetable salad. Blanched vegetables like long beans, spinach, and bean sprouts, tossed in a flavorful grated coconut and spice dressing. Fresh, slightly spicy, and a delightful vegetarian option.
- Lalapan Lele (Fried Catfish with Sambal): Deep-fried catfish (“Lele”) served with lalapan (fresh raw vegetables like cucumber, tomato, cabbage) and sambal (chili sauce). Crispy catfish skin, tender fish inside, and spicy sambal.
- Lalapan Ayam (Fried Chicken with Sambal): Deep-fried chicken served with lalapan (fresh raw vegetables) and sambal. Crispy, savory chicken paired with refreshing vegetables and spicy chili.
- Lalapan Tempe (Fried Tempeh with Sambal): Deep-fried tempeh served with lalapan (fresh raw vegetables) and sambal. Crispy, nutty tempeh with fresh vegetables and spicy sambal, a great vegetarian lalapan option.
Buah-buahan (Seasonal Fruits):
- Buah Naga (Dragon Fruit): Strikingly vibrant pink or white flesh speckled with black seeds, encased in a bright pink or yellow skin. Mildly sweet, refreshing, and slightly crunchy with tiny edible seeds.
- Rambutan: “Hairy fruit” with a red spiky exterior. Inside, the translucent white flesh is sweet, juicy, and slightly grape-like. Fun to peel and eat!
- Lengkeng (Longan): Small, round, brown-shelled fruit similar to lychee. Sweet, slightly musky, translucent white flesh surrounding a black seed. Sweet and aromatic.
- Salak (Snake Fruit): Scaly brown skin resembling snake skin. Inside, creamy white or yellowish lobes with a unique sweet, tangy, and slightly acidic flavor. A truly distinctive tropical fruit.
- Pisang Emas Bali (Balinese Gold Banana): Small, sweet, and intensely flavored golden bananas, unique to Bali. Creamy texture and concentrated banana flavor, often eaten fresh or used in desserts.
- Sirsak (Soursop): Green, spiky-skinned fruit with creamy white flesh. Uniquely sweet and tangy flavor, often described as a mix of strawberry and pineapple with citrus notes. Used in drinks, desserts, and eaten fresh.
Maximize Your Ubud Foodie Adventure: Essential Tips
Engage With The Community
One of the most rewarding aspects of a night market food tour is the opportunity to engage with the local community. Make the most of your experience by:
- Ask Vendors Questions: Spark conversations and learn culinary secrets and family recipes directly from passionate vendors.
- Be Adventurous – Try New Dishes: Step outside your comfort zone and sample unfamiliar flavors and textures – embrace Balinese culinary diversity!
- Share & Connect with Fellow Foodies: Bond with other tour participants over delicious food – food brings people together!
Capture The Moments
Don’t forget to document your night market food tour to relive the memories later. Here are a few tips for capturing the best moments:
- Capture Food Art: Photograph vibrant dishes – experiment with angles and lighting to showcase Balinese culinary artistry.
- Snap the Market Atmosphere: Capture the bustling market scenes, colorful stalls, and the energy of the night – relive the vibrant atmosphere!
Ready for Your Ubud Night Market Food Adventure? Book Your Tour Now!
More than just a meal – our Ubud Night Market Food Tour is an invitation to embrace the Balinese way of life. Book your culinary adventure now and prepare for an unforgettable journey of taste and tradition!
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