Kuta is a town in southern Bali, Indonesia. A former fishing village, it was one of the first towns on Bali to see substantial tourist development, and as a beach resort remains one of Indonesia's major tourist destinations. It is known internationally for its long sandy beach, varied accommodation, many restaurants and bars, and convenience to Bali's Ngurah Rai Airport.

Kuta is now the center of an extensive tourist-oriented urban area that merges into the neighboring towns. Legian, to the north, is the commercial hub of Kuta and the site of many restaurants and entertainment spots. Most of the area's big beachfront hotels are in the southern section of Tuban.

Legian and Seminyak are northern extensions of Kuta along Jl. Legian and Jl. Basangkasa. They are somewhat quieter villages with cottage-style accommodations, where many of the emigrated designers and tourists live. Also to the north are Petitenget, Berawa, Canggu, and Seseh - new and quieter continuations of Kuta's beach. They are easy to reach through Abian Timbul or Denpasar and Kerobokan. Several large hotels are located in this area: the Oberoi Bali, the Intan Bali Village, the Legian in Petitenget, the Dewata Beach and the Bali Sani Suites in Berawa.

To the south, Kuta Beach extends beyond the airport into Jimbaran.

The Balinese Provincial Government have taken the view that the preservation of the Balinese culture, natural resources and wild life are of primary importance in the development of the island. To this end they have limited tourist development to the peninsula on the extreme southern aspect of the island; Kuta beach is on the western side of this peninsula and Sanur is on the east.

Located in southwestern Bali just minutes from the airport lies Kuta. One of the world's most famous beaches, Kuta first attracted Western surfers with its world renowned surf break followed closely behind by sun worshipers and party goers attracted to its wide stretches of white sandy beach and budget accommodations, cheap restaurants and exciting night life. In the last few years, Kuta has developed into one of the most dynamic resort areas in Asia.
Offering something for every one - whether you are a family traveling with children, single, or on your honeymooners, you will find something to like about Kuta. Even if you stay in another part of Bali, a visit to Kuta is a must, if you do not visit Kuta you have not been to Bali.

Taxis are ubiquitous on the streets of Kuta and the best way of getting around, especially at night.

Some taxi-drivers charge you more than you should pay, especially when the meter is off. Be sure to bargain before you get in if it is not a metered taxi.

The 'Blue bird taxi' always uses a meter and will not overcharge you. If you have complaints with a taxi-driver anyway you can call the taxi-center and they will take measures to their own taxidrivers

There is a bit of envy from other taxi-companies because of the good service from Blue bird. That is why you don't see Blue Bird taxis at night near the disco's in Seminyak etc. They may pick a fight with these people.

Surfing — Kuta is an well known destination among surfing enthusiasts. Sandy beaches and a lack of dangerous rocks or coral makes the areas an attraction for beginners and more advanced surfers alike.

Enjoy the sunset. In the evenings plenty of people come to the Kuta beach or seaside cafes to watch the wonderful sunset

There are a lot of shops of popular surf brands Volcom, Rip Curl, Rusty selling surfing clothes, accessories and other staff.

A lot of brands (such as Levi's, Polo, Rip Curl etc.) have outlets on the island.

Kuta Square, Jl. Kartika Plaza. A shopping complex that is so popular. There are small shops on both sides of the street and a big Matahari department store, with a cheap and utterly wacky collection of T-shirts on the 3rd floor.

Discovery shopping mall located across from Waterbom Park on busy Jl. Kartika Plaza in Tuban is a big mall with plenty of shops of international brands and cafes/restaurants with wonderful seaview.

Be aware that if you buy things from people on the beach, you will attract dozens more pushy vendors who'll try to make you feel bad for not buying something from them also at a special "good luck price" or "sunset price". The trick is to not look them in the eye and respond to their offers with a stern "no thank you". Always stay polite!

Beach-stall food is delicious, filling and very cheap. These are dotted along Kuta and Legian beach beneath trees or awnings near the road.

Every possible drink is available in Kuta - for a price. After the bomb blasts security has been very tight at nightspots though.

Most tourists drink bottled water . Larger bottles ( about 11 litres) are available at a much cheaper rate.

It's also possible, and even cheaper, to buy "sterilised" water at dedicated shops. These shops claim to use modern and effective filtration/purification methods. Compared to the waste caused by many plastic bottles, they are environemntally friendly as well as much cheaper.

In the ocean it is prohibited to swim near the special flags, that are put by beach staff near the places where the currents are very strong. You are allowed to swim in the area between yellow-red flags

Kuta has traveled from slave port to stardom. This is where modern tourism in Bali all started and it’s still the most happening place of all.

With the building of the airport in Bali, Kuta became a firmly established part of the “Hippy Trail” and the Balinese responded with smiles, homestays and other simple accommodation, and eateries. From this small sleepy village with a white sand beach and good surf grew the Kuta of today which extends 8-10 km northeast of the airport and includes the villages of Tuban, the three villages of Legian, Seminyak, Basangkasa and now Petitenget, with hotels, resorts and restaurants virtually lining the length of the beach.

It’s been fashionable for many years now to decry Kuta for its brashness, crassness and chaos, but the fact remains that the most cosmopolitan and interesting people are to be found here. Like it or not, this is 21st Century Bali, warts and all, without the sanitisation of the more planned areas.

But even in central Kuta you can find quiet hotels and intimate restaurants, and while the beach may be crowded in pockets, most of it is virtually empty, even in peak season. This is where you will find the widest range of accommodation and the best shopping, from trinkets to well-priced designer wear to elegant homewares and exquisitely crafted furniture.

You'll also find the best variety of eating and nightlife: The beachside Hard Rock Café; the tired 24 hour Mamas; the noisy unsophisticated drinking holes such as Sari Club and Flanagans in Central Kuta; the earsplitting beachside 66 (Double Six) Disco; the trendy bars and restaurants of Seminyak; and the air-conditioned cigar bar of KuDeTa restaurant in Petitenget.

Chaos and traffic notwithstanding, the Kuta area has it all. As the parts that make up the whole have their own distinct characteristics we list them going north/west along the beach from the airport. The divisions are not exact but close enough for our purposes.

Kuta beach is the most visited place by the tourists. Kuta is located in Badung regency, about 20 - 30 minutes from Denpasar and 10 - 15 minutes from the Ngurah Rai Airport - Tuban. It has white sands, great waves for surfers, amazing daily sunset view, suits for sunbath, take the air, swimming, and various kind of activities.

Kuta is glorious region in Bali and represent the heaven for foreign countries tourist. Kuta fulfill all tourist requirement, like white sand, coast with its perfect wave for the surfer, a lot of restaurant, cafeteria, and disco making night life very impressing. Alongside walke a lot of kiosk selling multifarious of tourist requirement, like clothes, cassette ribbon, and ticket sold very cheap. Kuta is located 11 kilometer side south Denpasar and reachable easily use the public transportation.

If you walk to east, you'll found poppies alley (poppies I and II). Inside the "poppies" there are hundreds of mini store that sells handicrafts, clothing, accesorries, tattoo, internet rentals, phone rentals, motorbike, car rentals, restaurants, bar, club, fitness centre, and many more... it's almost what you need are available here from low price to expensives one. Great place for shopping!

Kuta beach not just our favorite place but also favorite place for Penyu (turtle) to lay their eggs. The turtle and their eggs are under protection by the Indonesian Law. Sometimes if you ever found the turtle eggs just contact the securities (pecalang) near you (they usually keep on patrol) and let them taking care of. The eggs usually brought to the shelter for hatched.

Kuta beach are one of the favorite place for surfing, usually there are big surfing events (local and international) held during the summer holiday and patricipated by the local surfer and international.

When august 17th arrived, there will be various activities held to commemorating the Indonesian Independence Day such as Areca Climbing contest (Panjat Pinang), Sack Run contest (lari karung), Eating Chips contest (makan krupuk), and many more... Many foreigners are enjoy this contest and usually the team mates with the locals to participate.

Sometimes Kuta are also visited by world wide artists, movie star, athletes and entertainment celebrities. 

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