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Evening

Golden Hour in Ubud

Catch the last warm light over the jungle canopy before dinner.

Best time: 17:45About 105 min

Timeline

  1. 17:14

    Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

    Walk through the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary. The late afternoon light filters through the trees, creating a calm atmosphere before the crowds arrive. Keep your wits about you and your hands empty; the long-tailed macaques are active and curious.

  2. 17:59

    Donna

    Head to Donna for a pre-sunset drink. This spot combines Mediterranean flavors with a lively rooftop atmosphere. Order a handcrafted cocktail and settle in to watch the sky change color. It is one of Ubud's most popular evening dining spots, so arriving early ensures you get a good seat.

  3. 18:29

    Donna

    Stay at Donna for dinner. The kitchen serves grilled meats, seafood, and tapas that pair perfectly with the fading light. The stylish setting and live music provide a relaxed backdrop as night falls.

Local tip

Donna is open from 11:30 until 02:00, so you have plenty of time to linger after the sun goes down. The walk from the Monkey Forest is short, just 11 minutes.

Check before you go

  • Donna opens at 11:30 and closes at 02:00.
  • The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary is open during the day; check current hours upon arrival.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Ubud (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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