Singaraja
A quiet north coast town where Bali's colonial past is easy to walk through, often visited between stays in Lovina.
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Singaraja is Bali's former colonial capital, on the north coast of the island. The Dutch governed Bali from here, and colonial-era buildings still stand in the old harbor quarter, Kampung Bugis, which is best seen on foot. The town is also home to Gedong Kirtya, a library that holds palm-leaf manuscripts. In the hills to the south, the Banjar hot springs and the Gitgit waterfall offer a change of pace from town.
Singaraja suits travelers who like history, local markets and slow walks more than beach stays. Most visitors sleep in Lovina, a short drive west along the coast, and visit Singaraja on a day trip. The harbor quarter and the library take about a half day. Add the hot springs and a waterfall for a full day. The dry season, roughly April to October, is the easiest time for the outdoor stops.
Singaraja in five
- Plan a half day, not a stayThe center is compact and mostly local. Walk the old harbor area, visit one museum or temple, and sleep on the coast at Lovina instead.Lovina
- Visit the manuscript libraryGedong Kirtya houses old lontar (palm-leaf) manuscripts and is the town's best-known cultural stop. Hours and entry rules vary, so check locally before you go.
- Add Banjar hot springs on a dry dayThe springs near Banjar are a short drive west, with pools and a nearby Buddhist monastery. Go midweek to avoid crowds, and bring a towel and small cash.
- Base the drive on the coast roadFrom Singaraja, Lovina is about 15–20 minutes west. The Munduk and Sekumpul roads climb into the hills, so start early and bring a driver.North Bali
- Cover long mountain legs with a driverThe route from the south crosses mountains and takes hours. A driver is easier than public buses, and a transfer to the airport needs 3–4 hours of margin.Bali
Things to do in Singaraja
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Need to know
- Airport
- Ngurah Rai (DPS), about 2.5–3.5 hours by road
- Getting there
- Driver or shuttle over the mountains; limited public buses
- Getting around
- Taxi, driver or scooter; the center is walkable
- Best base
- Lovina for beachfront stays and restaurants
- Time needed
- Half a day on the way to Lovina or the waterfalls
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryRain29 rainy daysHigh30°Low25°Wet, humidJanuaryRain
Poor
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 327 mm
- Rainy days
- 29
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet, humid
- FebruaryRain27 rainy daysHigh30°Low24°Wet, humidFebruaryRain
Poor
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 330 mm
- Rainy days
- 27
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet, humid
- MarchRain28 rainy daysHigh30°Low24°ShowersMarchRain
Mixed
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 242 mm
- Rainy days
- 28
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Showers
- AprilRain23 rainy daysHigh30°Low24°Drying outAprilRain
Mixed
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 179 mm
- Rainy days
- 23
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Drying out
- MayRain22 rainy daysHigh30°Low24°Dry, clearMayRain
Good
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 153 mm
- Rainy days
- 22
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, clear
- JuneRain22 rainy daysHigh28°Low24°Dry, clearJuneRain
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 157 mm
- Rainy days
- 22
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, clear
- JulyRain23 rainy daysHigh28°Low23°Dry, busyJulyRain
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 169 mm
- Rainy days
- 23
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, busy
- AugustRain22 rainy daysHigh28°Low23°Dry, busyAugustRain
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 114 mm
- Rainy days
- 22
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, busy
- SeptemberRain23 rainy daysHigh29°Low23°Dry, calmSeptemberRain
Best
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 125 mm
- Rainy days
- 23
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, calm
- OctoberRain22 rainy daysHigh30°Low24°Dry, hotOctoberRain
Good
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 156 mm
- Rainy days
- 22
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, hot
- NovemberRain25 rainy daysHigh30°Low24°Rains beginNovemberRain
Mixed
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 245 mm
- Rainy days
- 25
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Rains begin
- DecemberRain27 rainy daysHigh30°Low25°Wet seasonDecemberRain
Mixed
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 324 mm
- Rainy days
- 27
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet season
Average daily high and low in Singaraja, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Singaraja
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- 30°
- Humidity
- 74%
- Wind
- 10 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 2%
Singaraja
04:40 AM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today31°25°2%Tuesday: Fog. High 31°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 2%.
- Wed32°26°6%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 6%.
- Thu32°26°10%Thursday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 10%.
- Fri32°26°6%Friday: Fog. High 32°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 6%.
- Sat32°26°16%Saturday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 16%.
- Sun32°26°18%Sunday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 18%.
- Mon31°26°22%Monday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 22%.
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Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 18,144 IDR
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Every year
- MarNyepiBali, a day trip
Day trips by train
- Lovinaabout 15–20 min by roadBlack-sand beach, snorkeling and dolphin boats; the easiest base nearby.Read the guide
- Sekumpul waterfallabout 45 min by roadSteep steps and a tall cascade; the main reason to come to the north hills.Read the guide
- West Baliabout 1.5–2 hours by roadPemuteran reef and Menjangan Island, usually done with an operator.Read the guide
Before you go to Singaraja
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Rules for Singaraja, checked
- Indonesia entry (visa-free, visa on arrival or e-visa) depends on your passport. Check the Directorate General of Immigration site, imigrasi.go.id, before you fly.
- Temples in Bali need a sarong and sash, and you should cover shoulders and knees. Many temples lend them at the entrance, but carrying your own is easier.
- Bali has a tourist levy for foreign visitors. Check on the official Love Bali portal whether it applies to your trip and how to pay it.
- Flying a drone in Indonesia needs permission from the authorities. Check the rules with the Indonesian embassy or consulate before you bring one.
Plan around Singaraja
Entry, regions and the rest of the country
Read the guideNorth BaliLovina, Munduk and waterfalls around the town
Read the guideLovinaThe beach stay 15–20 minutes west
Read the guideBaliWhere the north fits on a longer island trip
Read the guideWest BaliPemuteran and Menjangan Island beyond the town
Read the guideSingaraja FAQ
Is Singaraja worth visiting?
For a few hours, yes, if you like colonial history and local markets. It is not a beach or resort town, and most visitors sleep in Lovina instead.
What is Singaraja known for?
It was the colonial capital of Bali, with a Dutch-era harbor quarter and a library of palm-leaf manuscripts. It is also a university town with a local feel.
How far is Singaraja from Lovina?
About 15–20 minutes by road, so Lovina works as a base for visiting the town and the nearby waterfalls in a single stay.
Can you visit Singaraja as a day trip from the south?
It is a long trip, around 5–7 hours of driving return. A night in Lovina or Munduk makes more sense if you want the town and the waterfalls.
What can you do near Singaraja?
Banjar hot springs, Gitgit and Sekumpul waterfalls, Lovina's beach and snorkeling, and the road to Munduk. A driver can link two or three of these in a day.