Art markets are favourites for souvenir and bargain hunters. If you’re not really into haggling and looking for a more modern shopping scene, head into any of Bali’s pleasantly air-conditioned malls, with dining and entertainment features onsite. Bali has become the base for world-class fashion designers, so why not drop into their flagship boutiques while you’re on the island? Whatever your shopping list calls for, here are the best shopping experiences to help you get started on your next shopping adventure in Bali.

Bali’s shopping scene has come a long way to include some of Indonesia’s most modern malls. There’s one (or more) in every major resort area. In Kuta for instance, there are over 3 notable malls, including Kuta Beachwalk, just across the road from the beach with an impressive freeform, airy and unique design that is a major departure from the typical mall. As a resort island destination, Bali may be lacking in high-rising metropolitan buildings and glitzy malls, however some of our favourites are quite large complexes with plenty in the way of dining and entertainment. Some house department stores and gift shops where you can hunt for souvenirs, especially if you’re tired of haggling at art markets. Art Market If you’re into putting your bargaining skills to the test, you might find your challenge at Bali’s art markets. They offer the most unique shopping experiences, where you can discover a treasure trove of artworks and handicrafts by talented local craftsmen, some with price tags, but most without. Some others offer a combination, such as the famous Ubud Art Market, with a main building and more rows of art kiosks extending throughout its network of back streets. Your great shopping experience in Bali might as well be largely spent along these walking streets. They run through the island’s most popular resort areas, such as Kuta, Legian and Seminyak, as well as Ubud. They’re where you can enjoy a pleasurable stroll and discover most of the shopping hotspots and points of interest, from traditional art markets, fashion boutiques, modern malls and art galleries – all are well connected along the main lengths of these road. Besides the colourful array of shopping spots, some also feature a good mix of restaurants, roadside cafes, and lively bars that serve everything from local and international cuisine, to fresh juice or cold Bintang to help you cool off in between your ‘shopping walks’.

When it comes to fashion, Bali is a haven for both designers and customers. The island’s home to some world-renowned designer labels, and most of their boutiques and showrooms are simply a short walk from your hotel or villa. Some have been around since the ‘flower power’ days of Woodstock, which can be seen through their floral inspired fashion designs, while others simply offer originality and a touch of their designer’s personality, much of which has subsequently been imitated and sold widely at ‘art’ markets at lower quality and prices. Inside these boutiques, you can find anything from groovy tropical resort wear, to those dedicated to bikinis and swimwear in colourful designs that look good on you at the beach or by the pool.