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Tanah Lot
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Recommended stay: 1 day
Getting around: On foot around the rocky shoreline; arrive by scooter or driver, best at sunset.
Hours: Open daily roughly 7am-7pm, ticketed entry; sunset is by far the most popular and crowded time to visit.
Tanah Lot is a sea temple perched on a rocky outcrop off the southwest coast. Come for sunset views and the dramatic temple silhouette; it's one of Bali's most photographed sights. Most travelers spend 1–2 hours.
Tanah Lot FAQs
Can I go inside Tanah Lot temple?
No, only Hindu worshippers may enter the temple itself; visitors view it from the surrounding rocky shoreline.
Is Tanah Lot worth visiting given the crowds?
Yes, for most visitors — the sea-temple silhouette at sunset is a genuine Bali icon, though expect to share the view with a large crowd.
Can I walk out to the temple rock at low tide?
Yes, at low tide you can walk closer to the base of the temple rock, though not inside.
How far is Tanah Lot from south Bali?
About 1-1.5 hours from Ubud or Seminyak.
Is there an entrance fee?
Yes, a ticketed entry fee.
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