Setia Darma House of Mask and Puppets, Bali, Indonesia
5.0 (215 reviews) Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #2 in Gianyar Regency Speciality Museums
Tranquil and Beautiful Cultural Experience
I was looking for a nice quiet place in Ubud to spend some time and I was very lucky to have found this place! Beautiful area, and the museum itself, located in several different houses, is an amazing look into Indonesian culture, although there is a couple of other international cultures featured as well. But I was absolutely fascinated by the Balinese displays. Guides are present to share about the stories and history. And it was certainly quiet. Only a small handful of others wandering the area when I got there, and by the end I was the only one. Super tranquil and surrounded by beautiful well kept greenery to boot. Also free entrance, which was very generous. Highly recommend for a touch of Indonesian culture and nice little trip away from the hustle and bustle of central Ubud.
Address
Jl. Tegal Bingin Banjar Tengkulak Tengah, Sukawati 80582 Indonesia
Mobile
Website
http://maskandpuppets.com
Working hours
Monday : 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday : 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday : 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday : 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday : 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday : 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday : 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Current local date and time now
Monday, May 13, 2024, 10:32
User Ratings
5.0 based on (215 reviews)
Reviews
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5Larissa 5:00 PM Sep 11, 2022
Tranquil and Beautiful Cultural Experience
I was looking for a nice quiet place in Ubud to spend some time and I was very lucky to have found this place! Beautiful area, and the museum itself, located in several different houses, is an amazing look into Indonesian culture, although there is a couple of other international cultures featured as well. But I was absolutely fascinated by the Balinese displays. Guides are present to share about the stories and history. And it was certainly quiet. Only a small handful of others wandering the area when I got there, and by the end I was the only one. Super tranquil and surrounded by beautiful well kept greenery to boot. Also free entrance, which was very generous. Highly recommend for a touch of Indonesian culture and nice little trip away from the hustle and bustle of central Ubud.
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5DaveJJenk 5:00 PM Aug 18, 2022
Do not miss this beautiful collection.
During our recent trip to Bali, we visited many museums, temples and other cultural centres but this beautifully presented museum of masks and puppets in the village of Mas was, by far, the highlight. Housed in 6 separate traditionally designed buildings in a beautiful garden setting, the comprehensive collection features masks and puppets donated by many Asian, South and Central American countries. The museum guides are enthusiastic, knowledgeable and rightly proud of their magnificent display. This is a "must see" on any cultural Balinese itinerary and needs at least two hours to fully appreciate. Don't miss it!
