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Tabanan

Bali, Indonesia · Asia

About Tabanan

Tabanan works well as a base: 10 minutes from Banjar Mandung, 17km from Seminyak Beach.

Tabanan is a town located in Bali, Indonesia. With a population of 33,667, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Tabanan sits in Indonesia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Makassar time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Tabanan to your route.

About Tabanan

Tabanan Regency (Indonesian: Kabupaten Tabanan, Balinese: ᬓᬪᬹᬧᬢᬾ​ᬦ᭄ ᬢᬩᬦᬦ᭄, Kabupatén Tabanan) is a regency (kabupaten) of the province of Bali, Indonesia. It has an area of 839.33 km2 and had a population of 478,390 in 2024 census. It is bordered by Badung Regency to its east, Buleleng Regency to its north and

Read more Jembrana Regency to its west, and the Indian Ocean to its south. Its regency seat is the town of Singasana. Tabanan is known for its Subak irrigation system which is recognized by the UNESCO since 2012. One of the popular tourism attractions located in Tabanan is the offshore rocky islet of Tanah Lot.

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Where is Tabanan located?

Tabanan is located in Bali, Indonesia, Asia. The coordinates are -8.5413 latitude, 115.1252 longitude.

What is the population of Tabanan?

Tabanan has a population of approximately 33,667 people, making it a town in Indonesia.

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Quick Information

Population
33,667
Continent
Asia
Country
Indonesia
Region
Bali
Timezone
Asia/Makassar
Coordinates
-8.5413, 115.1252

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Indonesia

Police
110
Ambulance
118
Fire
113
All emergencies
112
Driving side
left
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Worth the detour from Tabanan

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Tanah Lot Temple

An iconic sea temple built on a rocky outcrop surrounded by crashing waves, one of Bali's most photographed landmarks at sunset.

10 km · about 20 min drive

cafe

Deus Ex Machina Bali

The Bali outpost of the Deus motorcycle and surf culture empire in Canggu, a destination cafe where custom bikes, surfboards, and great coffee converge.

12 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Ubud Sacred Monkey Forest

A lush nature reserve and Hindu temple complex in the heart of Ubud where hundreds of long-tailed macaques roam freely.

15 km · about 30 min drive

beach

Seminyak Beach

Bali's trendy beach strip known for upscale beach clubs, spectacular sunsets, boutique shopping, and vibrant nightlife.

17 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Jatiluwih Rice Terraces

UNESCO-listed expansive rice paddies in Bali's highlands showcasing the traditional Balinese subak irrigation system across dramatic hillsides.

19 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Pura Luhur Batukaru

A moss-covered temple in rainforest on the southern slope of Mount Batukaru, one of Bali's nine directional temples and among the least visited. Sarongs are required and the atmosphere is deliberately austere.

19 km · about 20 min drive

beach

Kuta Beach

Wide surf beach on Bali's southwest coast near Ngurah Rai Airport, backed by the island's busiest tourist strip.

20 km · about 25 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Tegallalang Rice Terraces

Dramatic cascading rice paddies carved into steep hillsides near Ubud, showcasing the traditional Balinese cooperative irrigation system.

21 km · about 25 min drive

Driving roads near Tabanan

  • 19 kmJatiluwih Rice TerracesUNESCO-listed expansive rice paddies in Bali's highlands showcasing the traditional Balinese subak irrigation system across dramatic hillsides.
  • 21 kmTegallalang Rice TerracesDramatic cascading rice paddies carved into steep hillsides near Ubud, showcasing the traditional Balinese cooperative irrigation system.
  • 24 kmBali Mandara Toll Road12.7km toll road built over the sea across Benoa Bay, linking Nusa Dua, Ngurah Rai Airport and Sanur.
  • 44 kmKelingking BeachA jaw-dropping clifftop viewpoint on Nusa Penida where a T-Rex-shaped headland plunges to a pristine hidden beach far below.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

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