Patung Garuda Wisnu Kencana

Name: Patung Garuda Wisnu Kencana
Address: 55P8+9J5 Patung Garuda Wisnu Kencana, Ungasan, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80361, Indonesia, Ungasan, Bali, ID
Telephone: +62361700808
Rating: 4.5

4.5(9543 reviews)

Scenic Spots & Drives

Sculpture

Tourist attraction

Tourist information center

Garuda Wisnu Kencana: Bali’s Colossal Icon

First Glimpse from Afar
Descending into Bali, many visitors spot it even before their plane touches down: a colossal figure of Vishnu astride the mythical bird Garuda, wings spread in copper and brass. Rising to around 121–122 m atop limestone cliffs in Ungasan, this is Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK), completed in 2018 after decades of vision by sculptor I Nyoman Nuarta.

Walking Through Myth and Stone
The cultural park is more than its main statue—gardens, plazas, carved rock walls and smaller sculptures create a narrative space for Balinese mythologies. Reviewers on Google (2023–2024) praise the peaceful feel compared to Bali’s busy beaches, and many recommend combining a visit with the hourly traditional dance performances, especially the 6 pm Kecak at the amphitheatre.

Getting Around the Park
From the large parking area, free shuttles run to the ticketing building; a paid buggy or the 20–30 min uphill walk takes you to the base of the monument. Inside tours go as high as the 23rd floor for an extra fee — access is by lift with a guide and includes shoe covers for the glass-floored gallery. Paths can be steep; several visitors advise buggies for elderly travelers, while others enjoy the walk for its photo stops.

When to Go and What to Bring
Late afternoon visits catch cooler light and sunsets over Jimbaran Bay; mornings (around 9–10 am) are quieter. The midday heat is intense, and reviews repeatedly recommend hats, sunscreen, water, and comfortable shoes. Allow at least two hours if you plan to watch a show or linger in the art gallery or Indraloka Garden.

Costs, Choices and Cautions
Entry prices vary by package (some including drinks, photos, or show tickets). Expect extra charges for going inside the statue or for shuttle/buggies on steep stretches. Several 2023 reviews point to pushy upsells for costume photos and note neglected corners like the Lotus Pond, while others value the sculptures, viewpoints and cultural depth as worth the price. Buying tickets online can cut queues.

A Grand, Divisive Landmark
To some, GWK is a breathtaking blend of art and engineering, “humbling and inspiring” in scale. To others, it feels commercialised or incomplete in parts. What’s clear is its singular presence on the island — visible for kilometres, charged with symbolism, and offering a concentrated introduction to Balinese Hindu stories.

For travelers interested in modern monumentality framed by traditional performance, GWK rewards the walk uphill and the time to explore.

55P8+9J5 Patung Garuda Wisnu Kencana, Ungasan, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80361, Indonesia

+62361700808

http://www.gwkbali.com/

Opening Hours

Monday9 AM–9 PM

Tuesday9 AM–9 PM

Wednesday9 AM–9 PM

Thursday9 AM–9 PM

Friday9 AM–9 PM

Saturday9 AM–9 PM

Sunday9 AM–9 PM

Similar Scenic Spots & Drives (30)

Discover more Scenic Spots & Drives in Bali

Patung Garuda Wisnu Kencana

Garuda Wisnu Kencana: Bali’s Colossal Icon

Opening Hours

Similar Scenic Spots & Drives (30)

Melasti Beach Ungasan

Jembatan kaca Bali Tegenungan /Bali Glass Bridge Main entrance

Sababay Winery

Tanah Lot

Sunset View at Tanah Lot

Klingking Island

Blangsingah Glass Bridge

Tirta Gangga

بحيرة براتان

Lapangan Puputan Badung (I Gusti Ngurah Made Agung)

Broken Beach

Devil's Tears

Karang Beach

Mount Batur View Point

Pura Geger Beach

Tebing Pantai Balangan

Peninsula Island

Pura Puncak Penulisan

Batur tour

Jembatan Tukad Bangkung

Rest Area Pantai Yeh Leh

Puncak Wanagiri

Love Bali Bike Tours

Karang Boma Cliff

Kelan Beach

Lahangan Sweet

Bukit Asah Desa Bugbug

Paluang Cliff

Rama Shinta Garden

Happy sunset batujaran