Renting a car when visiting Seminyak is a good idea if you plan to travel around the region. There are many different places to explore in the area and having your own car might make this easier as you can get around at your own pace. This area in South Bali can get very congested with traffic, there are two main routes into Seminyak from Kuta and Legian. One of the best options for renting a car is to rent one with a driver, the cost is not much more than renting a car and ensures that you don’t have to deal with the traffic.  

Walking around while staying in Seminyak is one of the best ways to get from point A to point B. Your best option to reach the beaches, shopping, dining, and other tourist attractions is on foot. The Jalan Raya Seminyak is just over a mile-long walking street lined with restaurants, bars, and shops. So many of the beach town’s attractions are within walking distance. 

Yes, riding a bike around Seminyak is a great way to get around town. You can rent bicycles from different companies around town or from your accommodations. Getting to the beaches, restaurants, shops and other attractions is quite enjoyable on two wheels.  

Seminyak is considered a very safe destination to visit. Take the necessary precautions when sightseeing, use common sense, and keep your valuables out of sight from pickpockets, especially in crowded areas like markets, and tourist attractions. At night stay in well-lit and populated areas, and use reputable transportation companies instead of taking rides from strangers. 

There are some great shopping locations in Seminyak, Bali is a great place to shop and the seaside village has plenty of places to choose from. These shopping options are great for women with local boutiques selling clothing, jewelry, and homeware. Wandering around the main street of Jalan Raya and Jalan Kaya Ayu towards Seminyak Square is overflowing with shopping opportunities. Jalan Raya Seminyak is lined from one end to the other with excellent shops and quaint cafes. It is well worth checking out and spending a day or afternoon shopping for local authentic items. Seminyak Square is a lovely location brimming with local boutique stores that elevate the Balinese shopping experience.  The Seminyak Village is a shopping mall with international brands such as H&M, and local market stalls in the middle of the mall and Spring Spa is located on the roof. There are many unique items to choose from when shopping in Seminyak including clothing, jewelry, art, homeware, cane furniture, rattan bags, and more. There are supermarkets for your grocery needs, and Seminyak Market is a popular shopping spot to pick up all kinds of goods for cheap, especially souvenirs. Taman Sari is another great local market destination in town. There are also some fancy boutiques in town for the more high-end shoppers looking for chic items to buy. 

The official languages spoken in Seminyak are Indonesian and Balinese. English is a widely spoken language but may be a second language. Most Balinese people are bilingual or trilingual. We recommend you get a good English-Indonesian guidebook and familiarize yourself with common phrases such as hello, goodbye, thank you, excuse me, and the numbers 1 -10.

Seminyak is a year-round destination featuring a warm tropical climate with two distinct seasons; hot and rainy. The rainy season in Bali is normally from November to April when there might be some overcast days, or thunderstorms in the afternoon. Traveling during this time means cheaper accommodations and fewer crowds. Peak travel time is July and August when the average daily temperatures are in the mid to high 80s and perfect for a day at the beach. The humidity is high this time of year with some days in the 90% range, even more reason for cooling off in the Ocean or pool. The best months to visit would probably be April, May, June, September, and October.  November through January is an extremely busy time to visit with high prices and sold-out accommodations. 

Seminyak is a spectacular tropical beach resort destination and home to plenty of beautiful beaches the most popular being Seminyak Beach. This beach where the town gets its name is a wonderful beach to spend time with the family with soft white sands and sparkling blue waters. The shoreline is filled with luxury resorts, beachfront dining, and shopping opportunities. In addition to Seminyak visits can check out Petitenget Beach which is named after the ancient temple found nearby, a nice quiet, secluded beach located in a tranquil neighborhood. This beach features grey sand which gives it a mysterious look, it is a great destination for sunbathing, swimming, snorkeling, and sunsets. Echo Beach is one of the most popular beaches mainly due to its reef breaks making it a dream destination for surfers. Its name is taken from the spectacular beach club there. There is a wide array of delicious dining options including seafood restaurants and cafes set on a high vantage point providing spectacular views of the beach, ocean, and a great spot for sunset. Berawa Beach is located in Canggu, around 3 miles away from the center of Seminyak. A nice clean beach with light brown sands, and home to the largest lagoon along the Canggu coast. This beach can get quite windy due to its location which also makes it a great surfing spot. There are some great beachfront restaurants, bars, and shops to explore. Double Six Beach is another popular surfing beach with plenty of beachside establishments to choose from. Legian Beach runs into Seminyak Beach, a busy and popular place for all things watersports. Sunsets here are spectacular. Kayu Aya Beach is a peaceful stretch of sand and a great place to swim. 

The currency of Seminyak is the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR), although US dollars are widely accepted. You should either exchange your US dollars for Rupiah and be sure to keep cash on hand when arriving in Rwanda. Cash is preferred, there are ATMs found at the airport and locations in the city, tipping is discretionary and appreciated, and cash is usually preferred.

There’s a great variety of restaurants and food to choose from when visiting Seminyak. If you walk along the beachfront you will find an endless array of restaurants, cafes, bars, and pubs to choose from for a refreshing drink and some delicious eats. Being a coastal village the menus in Seminyak are packed full of fresh fish and seafood, as well as plenty of other options to suit each diner’s taste. Alot of international chefs have settled in Bali and opened up restaurants, many of which are found right in the heart of Seminyak. Jalan Laksmana or “Eat Street” is the beating heart of Seminyak’s food scene, with a concentration of great restaurants where delicious food can be found at lower prices than elsewhere. Warungs are dotted all around town, these are family-owned restaurants and eateries serving up delicious local cuisine. Jalan Dhyana Pura also known as Jalan Camplung Tanduk is a bustling street in town lined with an eclectic mixture of bars and restaurants. 

The restaurants, pubs, and cafes in Seminyak cater to local and international crowds, therefore offering a high standard of food. There are many organic, vegetarian, and vegan options available in the local cafes and restaurants. There are upscale restaurants serving fine dining delicacies, the beach town is a hub for a fantastic assortment of global eateries. The cuisine options in Seminyak restaurants are plentiful in town with everything from Balinese, Thai, Western, Chinese, Italian, Indian, and more to choose from. Seminyak has developed a world-class dining scene with high-quality restaurants and menus to suit the most discerning palate. 

There are some fun options when it comes to food in Seminyak, foodies can take cooking classes and go on food tours. Taking a Balinese cooking class is a fun way to learn the local culinary traditions in Seminyak. They are offered around town and at some of the resorts with restaurants on site. The Amala holds classes at the resort’s Bamboo Restaurant, conducted by the resident Balinese chef who shares their passion for the island’s heritage cuisine. A typical cooking class in town will involve getting up early to visit the local market and purchase the local ingredients with your chef. You can learn to make satay, nasi goreng, gado gado, and more. 

The nightlife scene in Seminyak is full of trendy bars and beachfront restaurants filled with young, attractive people looking to have a night on the town. One of the main reasons holidaymakers choose Seminyak is for its varied and awesome nightlife. There’s nothing like spending a day lounging at the beach or swimming pool and then grabbing a cocktail in one of the many beachfront bars. There is something to be said about Balinese sunsets, it’s said that they heal you! They are exceptionally beautiful and mesmerizing, there are so many spectacular sundown spots to choose from in Seminyak you can choose a different location each night you are there. Seminyak has plenty to offer from meticulously kept speakeasies to outdoor venues and world-class clubs with international bands and DJs playing to the crowds. Entertainment options are endless and change from night to night, partygoers can hop from one place to another and drink up the atmosphere. 

In case of an emergency dial 997, for the fire department dial 998, 997 for an ambulance, and 999 for the police.

Hospitals:Bhaktivedanta Medical Seminyak tel. 62-877-7654-3211

Shine Bali, Medical Drips tel. 62-813-5379-0836