FAQ

SAKA Museum in Bali is an award-winning cultural museum known for its immersive exhibitions on Balinese heritage, including Nyepi (Day of Silence) and Tri Hita Karana philosophy. Visitors can explore multimedia galleries, traditional artefacts, and workshops that highlight Bali’s living traditions. Recognized by TIME as one of the "World’s Greatest Places 2024" and awarded "World’s Most Beautiful Museums 2025" by Prix Versailles, SAKA Museum offers a must-visit experience for those seeking authentic Balinese culture.

SAKA Museum showcases curated exhibitions highlighting Bali’s living heritage through multimedia installations, ritual artefacts, and interactive experiences. Key highlights include KASANGA, an immersive exhibition on Nyepi (Bali’s Day of Silence), SAKA Dome: Twilight Journey, Subak: The Ancient Order of Bali, and Heritage Gallery. Visitors can explore cultural objects, processional reliefs, and large-scale ogoh-ogoh effigies unique to Balinese traditions.

For more details, please visit our Collection and Exhibition pages.

Daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (last entry at 5:30 PM)

Adults: Rp 200,000

Students/Children (6–17 years old): Rp 100,000

Children under 6 years old: Free

Tickets can be purchased on-site or via ticket.sakamuseum.org.

Yes. University and college students with a valid student ID are eligible for the student ticket price. Please present your student ID upon entry.

At this time, SAKA Museum does not offer a specific local or KTP Indonesian rate. The same ticket prices apply for all visitors.

Yes. As part of our commitment to supporting educational institutions in Bali and fostering deeper understanding of Balinese culture, SAKA Museum provides complimentary access for schools and universities.

To arrange this, an official letter from the institution is required, stating the specific purpose of the visit, number of participants, and other relevant details. This applies to group visits for study programs, cultural learning, and research activities.

We especially welcome visits that involve in-depth exploration of Balinese culture, aligned with the extensive information and collections available at SAKA Museum.

For inquiries and arrangements, please contact us at rsvp@sakamuseum.org.

While booking tickets in advance is recommended to ensure availability, especially during peak periods, SAKA Museum tickets can also be purchased on the spot at our front office.

To secure your visit, you can book tickets online via our official website at ticket.sakamuseum.org or through platforms such as Traveloka, Tiket.com, and Trip.com.

You can purchase SAKA Museum tickets through the following channels:

• Online via our official website: ticket.sakamuseum.org
• Online travel platforms: Traveloka, Tiket.com, and Trip.com
• On-site purchase at SAKA Museum’s Front Office in Jimbaran, Bali

No need to worry. Please keep your transaction code and show your booking name or email to our Front Office team upon arrival. They will be happy to assist you.

SAKA Museum is located within the AYANA Bali. The exact address is:

Karang Mas Estate, Jalan Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran, Bali 80364, Indonesia.

For directions and location details, please visit: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZtCHxJ5qVp6dnEDM6

Yes, parking is available at After Rock Parking Area. From there, simply follow the pathway to reach the SAKA Museum entrance.

Type “SAKA Museum Bali” into Gojek, Grab, or Google Maps for direct routing to the museum. This keyword will bring up the correct location within the AYANA Bali, Jimbaran.

Yes, SAKA Museum is fully accessible for both wheelchairs and strollers. All galleries, the café, and restrooms are equipped with 1.2-meter-wide ramps and lifts. Wheelchairs can also navigate the Island of Bali: Museum Trail activity route comfortably.

Yes, SAKA Museum provides free lockers (size: 23 × 45 × 50 cm) for guest use.

Simply collect the locker key (bracelet) from the Front Office, then tap the locker knob to lock or unlock. Please double-check your belongings before leaving, as the museum is not responsible for unattended items.

Only sealed water bottles allowed. No food, open drinks, or chewing gum inside galleries. The ground-floor café is available before or after your visit.

Yes. SAKA Museum has both a shop and a café.

The shop offers Balinese crafts, art books, and ogoh-ogoh miniatures. The café serves fair-trade coffee and other beverages (refreshments are beverage only, no food). Both the shop and café operate during the same hours as the museum.

Yes, you can bring a DSLR, mirrorless camera, or smartphone to SAKA Museum. Photography for personal use is allowed in most exhibition areas; however, flash photography, selfie sticks, tripods, and professional or commercial photography equipment are not permitted.

For specific guidelines, please check with our on-site staff.

SAKA Museum does not accommodate prewedding, commercial, or personal photo sessions beyond regular visitor photography. We kindly ask all guests to respect this policy.

English on all panels; Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, and Simplified Chinese via QR codes.

SAKA Museum is designed for self-guided exploration. Gallery Sitters are stationed throughout the museum to assist and answer any visitor questions. To further enhance your experience, we also provide an audio guide and guidebooks.

SAKA Museum is designed for self-guided exploration. Gallery Sitters are stationed throughout the museum to assist and answer any visitor questions. To further enhance your experience, we also provide an audio guide and guidebooks.

A self-guided visit to SAKA Museum typically takes at least 60 minutes. For a slower-paced experience or if you choose to explore more in-depth through our add-on activity, Island of Bali: Museum Trail, it may take around 90 minutes.

Yes, SAKA Museum is fully indoors, air-conditioned, and an ideal cultural experience when it’s raining in Bali. The museum remains open rain or shine and is often less crowded when outdoor attractions like beaches are closed.

Yes, children under six are welcome with adult supervision at all times. Some interactive stations are set at a 90 cm height to accommodate younger children. Please note that certain exhibits, such as the ogoh-ogoh figures, may be startling for some children.

There is no specific dress code, but we recommend respectful attire. Shorts and casual wear are allowed. Note that the museum is air-conditioned and may feel cool, so wearing clothing with sleeves is suggested.

To help us maintain a respectful and comfortable environment, please follow these house rules:

• Do not touch any museum objects to help preserve their condition.
• No flash photography is allowed.
• Pets are not permitted on the premises.
• Respect Nyepi-themed quiet corners throughout the museum to maintain a peaceful atmosphere.

Complimentary Wi-Fi: AYANA Estate (no password). Useful for exploring multilingual audio guides and guidelines.

+62 361 702 222 ext. (57) 7402 (Front Office, 09:00–18:00), or live-chat inside the AYANA App.

Some of the tallest and most elaborate Ogoh-Ogoh in Bali—reaching up to 12 metres—are showcased at SAKA Museum in Jimbaran. These mythological effigies are crafted by local artists and are part of the museum’s immersive display. For live processions, the Ogoh-Ogoh festival happens annually on the eve of Nyepi, especially in areas like Denpasar and Ubud.

The most significant cultural event featured at SAKA Museum is Nyepi, the Balinese Day of Silence, which usually falls in March (exact date changes annually based on the Saka calendar). Leading up to Nyepi, SAKA hosts programs featuring ogoh-ogoh and other rituals tied to the New Year.

Yes, SAKA Museum accepts group bookings for schools, families, and organisations. For groups of 15 guests or more, prior reservation is required.

SAKA Museum also offers tailored experiences and educational programs for group visits. Please email rsvp@sakamuseum.org to arrange your group booking and discuss available options.

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SAKA Museum is conveniently accessible by car from Bali’s main tourist hubs:

• From Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS): ~25–30 minutes (approx. 12 km)
• From Kuta: ~25–30 minutes via Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai
• From Denpasar (city center): ~40 minutes, depending on traffic
• From Canggu: ~1 hour via toll road or Jl. Raya Uluwatu

You can get to SAKA Museum using Grab, Gojek, hotel shuttles, or private drivers. All transport options are readily available, making SAKA Museum easy to reach from across Bali.

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Yes, SAKA Museum is suitable for all ages and offers family-friendly experiences that make learning about Balinese culture engaging and accessible:

• KASANGA Exhibition: Includes a Nyepi documentary that provides context for families and children to better understand the Day of Silence.
• SAKA Dome: A 360-degree immersive experience capturing the stillness and quietness of Nyepi, showing only the sky, water, and soil in motion.
• Subak Exhibition: Features interactive games, puzzles, and multimedia installations that teach the value of collective spirit in Bali’s ancient water management system.
• Heritage Gallery: Complemented with an interactive guidebook designed to be easy to follow for younger visitors.
• Knowledge Center: Offers a curated collection of children’s books ready for your little ones to explore.

Please note, children under 12 must be supervised by an adult at all times.

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Absolutely! We’re happy to collaborate with travel agents. For reservation arrangements or inquiries, feel free to contact us at rsvp@sakamuseum.org

All purchased tickets are non-refundable. However, rescheduling is available up to 1 month from the purchase date.