Nyuh Kuning

Ubud, Indonesia

Overall Safety
Moderate
3.3 / 5
Based on 12 Safety Metrics
Summary

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Nyuh Kuning is a village base with local warungs and craft workshops. It suits people who like quiet evenings and do not mind arranging rides for nights out.

Quiet villageWoodcarving and craftsFamily compoundsFew late-night optionsClose to the Monkey Forest
Details

Nyuh Kuning is a quiet traditional village just south of the Monkey Forest, with woodcarving workshops, family compounds and small guesthouses along narrow lanes. It is away from the crowds, but the Monkey Forest and the centre are a short ride or walk away. Local warungs and small cafes serve inexpensive meals, and nights are mostly quiet, so it works best if you prefer early evenings. That quiet also means lanes are dark and empty after about 9 pm, and you may be the only person on the street. Stray dogs and unlit stretches are the main concerns. It is a calm base with a few cafes within walking distance.

Safety Ratings

Daytime Safety

Excellent

Night Walking Safety

Moderate

Harassment Risk

Low

Public Transport Safety

Moderate

Pickpocketing Risk

Low

Scam Risk

Low

Police Visibility

Moderate

Emergency Services

Moderate

Evening Venues

Moderate

Solo Dining

Excellent

Drug Activity

Low

Homelessness Visibility

Low

Getting By in English

Good
Recommended Places

Cafes

  • Cafe Lilu
  • Blend Cafe Ubud
  • Warung Pojok Nyuh Kuning

Restaurants

  • Warung Wayan
  • Warung Pojok Nyuh Kuning
  • D'Waroeng

Bars

  • 2 Bulan

Other Spots

  • Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary
  • Ubud Art Lessons

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