10 Traditional Souvenirs to Buy in Bali

Silver is as beautiful in Bali as it is anywhere else, maybe even prettier when combined with natural stones, other gemstones, or even corals. Balinese silver jewelry is made locally by experienced silversmiths who have been in the industry for generations. Celuk village, for example, is built upon a community of traditional silversmiths, and naturally, jewelry-hunting becomes much more cultural and educative there. But even if your schedule is already packed with other awesome things to do in Bali, shopping hubs like Kuta and Ubud sell Celuk’s silver jewelry.

Balinese royals and princesses have always looked naturally radiant, even before the invention of any modern beauty products or treatments. Using only organic and natural ingredients, a lot of local brands have been incorporating those beauty secrets and wrap it inside a package cute enough to be a souvenir in itself. Some of the common ingredients to use are lemongrass and traditional flowers. The beauty products come as scrubs, soaps, and oils; you can find them in local shops or even supermarkets.

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Bali sarongs make a perfect purchase both for your days of fun on the island and as souvenirs for friends back home. Tourists can use Bali sarongs as a layer while sitting on Bali’s wonderful sandy beaches or cover their legs when visiting sacred temples, as required by custom. Bali sarongs are made from lightweight materials, making it easy to carry. The sarongs are decorated with various patterns from traditional designs to modern ones, making it a great personalized souvenir for everyone. You’ll also find them on the shopping streets of Kuta or Seminyak.

Located in the heart of the equator makes Bali a tropical paradise where every day is summer. Beachwear and summer attire are sold all year long, reflecting the island’s characteristic and vibe. Local designers produce excellent tropical clothing, and even the generic, mass-produced ones are iconic enough to be brought home as souvenirs, such as the simple sleeveless “Bintang” shirt, along with the “Bintang” shorts.

Most tourists who have visited Bali have encountered the traditional sounds of Gamelan at some point, as it has become not only an integral part of the local culture but also a big part of the tourism scene. Often incorporated into tourists’ dining, shopping, and cultural experiences, visitors can also bring a piece of the music home within the gamelan ball souvenir, which can produce gamelan-like sounds, plus it looks pretty too.

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