Desa Budaya Kertalangu: Rice Fields, a Jogging Track and the Peace Gong in Denpasar

Just off the traffic of Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai, Desa Budaya Kertalangu opens onto a stretch of green rice fields in the middle of Denpasar. Conceived as a cultural village and urban green space, it is now the city's favourite spot for a morning workout.

It is roughly 15 minutes' drive from central Denpasar, 20 from Sanur and 35 from Ngurah Rai Airport. The gate sits right on the bypass, so a scooter or ride-hailing car is easiest — avoid rush hour, when this stretch clogs up.

A Jogging Track Around the Rice Fields

The track loops around paddies that are still farmed, so you really run between rice stalks and irrigation channels. It is best before 8 am or close to sunset.

The World Peace Gong and Photo Spots

• The Gong Perdamaian Dunia (World Peace Gong), a monument ringed by national flags as a symbol of unity.
• Bamboo bridges, gazebos and paddy dykes that make favourite photo backdrops.
• Gardens and a plaza used for community events and dance performances.

Family Activities and Food

• A fishing pond with tackle for hire.
• A children's outbound area, horse riding and ATV rides.
• Cultural workshops: rice planting, weaving, kite painting and soap making.
• Warungs and a coffee shop facing the fields for a post-run rest.

Practical Info & Reservations

• Location: Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No. 88X, Kesiman Kertalangu, Denpasar — View on Google Maps
• Opening hours: daily, generally around 08:00–22:00 WITA.
• Tickets & parking: entry to the grounds costs about Rp 10,000 per person, while the jogging track is often just a small levy from around Rp 2,000. Car and scooter parking is available inside.
• Paid activities: fishing, horse riding, ATV and outbound packages are charged separately — ask at the ticket counter.
• Instagram: search on Instagram for event and performance schedules.

Basing yourself in Denpasar to explore this side of the city costs far less with an AccessiaPass hotel voucher.