Satyanara: Ubud’s New Art Destination

Ubud, a tourism area in Gianyar, Bali, is home to a range of arts destinations that continue to attract visitors. It is a popular choice for tourists seeking to enjoy art infused with Balinese culture.

A new arts destination has now opened in Ubud: Satyanara. The international-standard integrated arts venue opened on 22 October 2026.

Satyanara is more than an art gallery. It is a place where artists, researchers, collectors, communities and the general public can gather and learn about Asian and Indonesian cultures through distinctive artworks.

Three exhibitions in one venue

At its opening, Satyanara launched three exhibitions at once, allowing visitors to explore art from different perspectives, encompassing culture, the environment, and its relationship with the traditions and history of Chinese calligraphy.

The first exhibition is Ubud Art Ground, running from 22 October 2026 to 24 January 2027. It features works by 32 artists exploring the use of colour in Indonesian art, from traditional practices to contemporary works. The exhibition aims to broaden visitors’ understanding of colour as a form of artistic expression.

Next is Fluid Kinship, curated by Mella Jaarsma and Yipei Lee. The exhibition examines the links between cultural landscapes and history, geography, ethnocultural contexts, ecology and food systems, including Subak, Bali’s distinctive irrigation system.

Fluid Kinship runs from 22 October 2026 to 30 April 2027. It brings together perspectives from Iran, India, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, Italy and Taiwan to explore relationships between people, culture and the environment.

The third exhibition, A Brush Between Worlds, runs from 22 October 2026 to 30 September 2027. It traces the history of Chinese calligraphy through paintings and seal carvings from the collection of the late Professor Chou Chen. The works offer visitors detailed insight into the development of Chinese artistic traditions and the historical and cultural values they embody.

Facilities

According to a visitor’s post on the TikTok account @agitalifia, Satyanara has a range of facilities, including an amphitheatre for performances, film screenings and community events.

There are also workshop spaces and studios for artists and visitors wishing to organise or take part in creative classes. Visitors can relax with drinks and snacks at the café, which overlooks the surrounding rice fields.

A retail area sells souvenirs, including artworks and collaborative products by artists. The entire Satyanara site has been designed to be wheelchair-accessible, allowing visitors with different mobility needs to enjoy the venue more comfortably.

Opening hours and ticket prices

Satyanara operates under the Satya Djaya Raya Foundation (YSDR). It is open to the public, including families, communities and students, who can visit and take part in arts and cultural activities.

The venue is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm Central Indonesia Time. Admission costs Rp30,000 for holders of a Bali identity card (KTP), Rp75,000 for Indonesian citizens and Rp120,000 for international visitors.

Visitors can receive a 10 per cent discount by buying tickets through the Satyanara website and using the promotional code SATYAGIFT. The offer is limited and valid until 31 December 2026.