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Neka Art Museum

Neka Art Museum Tourism

Neka Art Museum Tourism

Type of destination: Art Museum
Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours
Neka Art Museum, situated in the scenic town of Ubud on the Indonesian island of Bali, is a sanctuary of fine Balinese art. Founded in 1982 by Suteja Neka, a private collector and art dealer, this museum houses a vast collection that showcases the evolution of painting and sculpture in Bali. The museum's array of artwork spans traditional to contemporary pieces, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and history of the region. Surrounded by lush greenery, the museum's architecture is inspired by Balinese style, harmoniously blending with the natural environment. Visitors can explore various galleries, each dedicated to different periods and styles, such as the Lempad Pavilion dedicated to the works of I Gusti Nyoman Lempad, a Balinese artistic master. The museum also displays works by foreign artists who were inspired by Bali's beauty and culture. The serene ambiance, coupled with the inspiring art collections, make the Neka Art Museum a significant cultural attraction and a source of inspiration for artists and art lovers worldwide.
Top 5 Reviews on Neka Art Museum
adamfK4913GH
Wrote on 5th Mar, 2024
A Must Do
A Must Do for art lovers. Comfortable museum with well laid out and captioned examples of all schools of Balinese art. Also some great photos and krisses.
Grumankind
Wrote on 19th Jan, 2024
A nice one-time experience
It was very interesting to look at all the beautiful paintings here and it was nice to see my brother be mesmerized with them, but i wouldn't go here twice personally.
DavidWMcCulloch
Wrote on 2nd Jan, 2024
Go See Affandi, Bendi and Aziz
Absolutely loved my visit to the museum. There are some really impressive artists here. My favorites were the wild brush strokes of Affandi; the gorgeous Balinese portraits of Abdul Aziz, and the chao..
jessicakJ4632HY
Wrote on 26th Jun, 2023
Stunning art!
Really enjoyed our trip to Neka - very few tourists around which made the experience so peaceful after the hustle and bustle of Ubud central! The art is so beautiful, and absolutely worth the visit to..
A5407EFbens
Wrote on 19th May, 2023
So many paintings!
Lovely art gallery in Ubud with a diverse range of Indonesian paintings and sculptures + Keris collection. There is an incredible amount of art, and with an entrance fee of 100k this is well worth. Th..
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