Kuta is a strong contender for Bali’s number 1 sunset site and late afternoon sees hundreds of people gathering along the shore. Watch spectacular sunsets, enjoy a meal of fresh seafood from one of the many beachside cafes, or even grab a frosty Bintang and find a good spot on the sand. The sunsets here are especially spectacular around December, so don't forget your camera.
For families, the slides and rides on offer in Waterbom water park are a huge draw, and there’s also plenty to see and do around Poppies Lane – browse the shops, enjoy a drink or relax with a massage. Another place you should visit is Ground Zero, where Balinese residents and foreign tourists still keep coming to put fresh flowers at the Memorial.
Some of the best things to do Kuta can be found on the beach. A favourite surfing coast since the 1970s, you’ll find a 2.5-km-long coastline that curves north from Ngurah Rai International Airport in Tuban. The beach is rather popular for sunbathing, so head there the early mornings to claim a spot on the sand. Surfers should be able...