What to Buy: Authentic batik textiles (Rp 100,000-500,000), wood carvings, traditional masks, handmade silver jewelry, sarongs, and coffee from local origins. Support artisan cooperatives producing ikat weavings. Locally roasted kopi luwak and regular Balinese coffee make affordable gifts.
Shopping Areas: Pasar Badung for authentic local goods and bargaining; Matahari/Lippo Malls for international brands and fixed prices; art workshops in Ubud and surrounding villages for direct producer purchases; Sanur seafront for tourist-oriented souvenirs.
Bargaining Etiquette: Expected in traditional markets, optional in malls. Start at 50% of asking price; realistic final price is 70-80% of initial. Bargaining should be friendly and unhurried. Accepted only for handcrafts, not mass-produced items.
Opening Hours: Markets open 6 AM-2 PM; shops 10 AM-6 PM; malls 10 AM-10 PM. Most shops closed Sundays, though major malls remain open. Bargaining is standard practice with expectations of 20-30% discounts from marked prices, though some items have fixed prices.
Payment Methods: Cash (Indonesian Rupiah) accepted everywhere; cards accepted in malls and established shops. ATMs widely available; withdrawal limits typically Rp 500,000-1,000,000 per transaction. Visa/Mastercard accepted; American Express less common. No service charges at ATMs; check fees with home bank.