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The questions people ask first about Denpasar, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

• Cash or card?Rupiah (Rp) in small notes for warungs, parking, offerings and drivers; large cards are common in tourist restaurants but not everywhere.Indonesia-wide
• SIM or eSIMcheckTelkomsel, XL and Indosat sell tourist SIMs at airports; foreign phones must be IMEI-registered if staying over 90 days — check.Indonesia-wide
• Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations common in Bali.Indonesia-wide
• TippingRestaurants: Often 10% service + tax on the bill; nothing more needed.Indonesia-wide
• Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Indonesia-wide
• SafetyDenpasar is a working Indonesian city and generally safe for visitors; the real risks are traffic, unlicensed scooter riding and overcharging.

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

• CoffeeCoffee at a local warung or caféRp15,000–40,000
• BeerBintang beer: warung / barRp25,000–45,000Rp50,000–90,000
• Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)5 km (3.1 mi) taxi ride3.1 mi (5 km) taxi rideApp fares usually lower than street quotes.Rp40,000–80,000
• SIM or eSIM, a weekeSIM or data SIM, about a weekRp100,000–200,000
• Museum or sight ticketBali Museum entry, foreign adultcheckRp100,000
• Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per personRp120,000
• Mid-range bedGuesthouse or hotel double room, a night, per roomRp650,000
• High-end bedGuesthouse or hotel double room, a night, per roomRp1,500,000

A day, not counting the bed: Budget Rp400,000 · Mid Rp900,000 · High Rp2,000,000

Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Airports

DPS Ngurah Rai International (Kuta, 13 km (8.1 mi) south) (Coded for Denpasar but sits near Kuta; 20–40 min by car depending on traffic. See /bali for airport detail.)DPS Ngurah Rai International (Kuta, 8.1 mi (13 km) south) (Coded for Denpasar but sits near Kuta; 20–40 min by car depending on traffic. See /bali for airport detail.)

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Budget

Rp350,000–600,000 excl. bed

Mid

Rp600,000–1,200,000 excl. bed

High

Rp1,200,000+ excl. bed

• Traffic in South Bali is heavy: allow 30–45 min for a 10 km (6.2 mi) hop at peak times.Traffic in South Bali is heavy: allow 30–45 min for a 6.2 mi (10 km) hop at peak times.
• Bemo and non-metered taxi drivers quote foreigners high prices; agree the fare first or use a meter or app.
• Temple visits need a sarong and sash — many Denpasar temples have none to lend.
• Some temples ask for a donation and a guide; state clearly if you do not want the guide.
• Scooter rental without a valid licence and insurance can void your cover; check before you ride.