18 Things to Do in Bali with Kids

Devdan Show at Bali Nusa Dua Theatre presents a 90-minute story about a boy and girl who decide to break away from their mundane tour group, only to stumble upon an enchanted treasure chest containing various cultural objects from the different islands in the Indonesian archipelago. 

Visually stunning props are combined with state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems, rotating stages, pyrotechnics and artificial rain. You can take photos with the cast and crew all in full costumes outside the auditorium after the show ends.

Kids and parents can enjoy horseback riding in Bali, even if they have no prior horseback experience. There are several notable stables across the island, with the most popular ones offering tours to some of Bali’s quietest, most exotic beaches. Its’s a fun and exciting way to enjoy outback scenes, from trails down rice fields to splashing trots along black sand coasts. You can join introductory rides before progressing to your actual horseback riding tours in Bali.

Enjoy an adrenaline rush with the whole family at Bali Paintball Arena, located up in the hills of Ungasan. This large compound has life-sized obstacles and props that mimic a guerrilla-warfare battlefield. It’s a fun way to spend an exciting day in Bali, particularly for siblings looking take their rivalry to the field – in a sportive and positive way, of course. 

You can choose to play by the rules in a round of “capture the flag” or just run wild until you run out of ammo on a freestyle shootout. 

Bali Seawalker lets you explore the bottom of the Indian Ocean using a specially designed helmet. A standard package usually includes hotel transfers, refreshments and soft drinks, Seawalker gear and safety equipment, certified guides, and insurance coverage. Guides provide full instructions before you set out to sea. 

The pontoon in Sanur is anchored 5 minutes offshore, where you can see beautiful reef formations and varieties of tropical fish. Bali Seawalker is suitable for children aged 10 and up, and no diving experience or swimming skills are necessary.

Pondok Pekak Library Bali is a welcoming space for all ages, with over 30,000 books in its collection and a full schedule of weekly activities. Many local kids gather at this community centre to read books, play educational games, and solve puzzles. 

Your kids can also take part in Bahasa Indonesia language courses, private classes in traditional Balinese art and culture, as well as traditional Balinese dance, music and crafts. Its popular art workshop takes place on Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm. There’s a rooftop terrace where you can sit back and enjoy views of Ubud’s Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary.

Cheeky Monkeys is a kids club in Bali that operates in 3 locations, including at Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort. Officially called La Villa Des Enfants, the children’s centre is close to the resort’s beachfront, with onsite facilities like an outdoor kids’ pool, a reading room, and a napping room. 

As a Sofitel Bali guest, your kids can take part in fun and safe activities – free for the first 4 hours. These include arts and crafts, music, and playtime with a wide range of toys and video games. Babysitting services are also available.

Pirates Bay Bali is a pirate-themed open-air cafe and restaurant in The Bay Bali. It sits right on the beachfront of Nusa Dua Bay, with a replica pirate ship near the sand. Once you pass its bamboo fence, you’ll find bamboo tree houses and a lookout tower, as well as fun obstacles, swings, seesaws, and plank walks. 

Pirates Bay Bali organises treasure hunts – complete with pirate costumes – to keep your kids entertained throughout the day. Its pirate-themed kitchen serves a wide range of seafood, Asian, Mexican, and European dishes.