Bali Craft Workshops by Scooter: Silver in Celuk, Wood Carving in Mas, Batik & Offering Classes
By the siappergi.com team · Published · 7 min read
Bali's art isn't only for sale in markets — in the villages between Denpasar and Ubud, families still carve, cast and paint for temples and homes, and many open their workshops to visitors who want to try. A morning making a silver ring in Celuk or carving a small piece of wood in Mas is one of the most memorable things you can do on the island, and these villages are ideal by scooter: close together, along one main road, with parking at every studio. Here's where to go and how to plan it.
The craft road: Batubulan, Celuk, Sukawati, Mas
Ride from Sanur or Denpasar towards Ubud and you pass through a string of villages, each known for a craft. The road is busy but straightforward; studios have space to park a scooter out front. Distances are short — the whole stretch is roughly 15–20 km — so you can combine a workshop with lunch and still reach Ubud in the afternoon. Route and stops: Sanur to Ubud by scooter.
| Village | Known for | What you can try |
|---|---|---|
| Batubulan | Stone carving, temple statues | Watching carvers; some offer short beginner sessions |
| Celuk | Silver and gold jewellery | Silver classes: make a ring, pendant or earrings |
| Sukawati | Art market, puppets, paintings | Shopping rather than classes — go early |
| Mas | Wood carving, masks | Carving workshops and mask studios |
Silver jewellery in Celuk
Celuk's silversmiths are the reason many visitors stop on the way to Ubud. In a typical class you choose or sketch a design, then saw, file, solder and polish your piece under a silversmith's guidance. Classes commonly take a few hours and you leave with the finished ring or pendant. Prices depend on the studio, the design and the weight of silver, so ask before you book: what's included, how long it takes and whether the silver is charged by weight.
- Go in the morning: you're fresher for fine work and the afternoon traffic towards Ubud builds after lunch.
- Wear closed shoes in the workshop and tie long hair back.
- Combine it with the Sukawati art market or lunch in Ubud.
Wood carving in Mas and around Ubud
Mas, just south of Ubud, has carved wood for generations — from small animals to temple masks. Workshops let you carve a simple piece in soft wood with a carver beside you. North of Ubud, villages around Tegallalang also have carving workshops alongside the rice terraces, so you can pair a class with Tegallalang and the rice terraces.
Batik, painting and offerings near Ubud
- Batik: you draw with hot wax on cotton, then dye it — expect half a day, and a piece of fabric to take home.
- Painting: Ubud's art tradition is famous; some studios teach traditional Balinese painting techniques. Galleries and museums to pair with a class: Bali's museums by scooter.
- Offering-making (canang sari): weaving palm-leaf baskets and arranging flowers for the daily offerings you'll see on every doorstep. Often run by families in their compound — a lovely insight into daily life.
- Further east, Kamasan near Klungkung is known for traditional wayang-style painting.
Dress respectfully when a workshop is inside a family compound: shoulders and knees covered, and ask before photographing family temples.
A one-day plan by scooter
- 08:00 Leave Sanur or the south; ride towards Batubulan.
- 09:00 Silver class in Celuk (about 3 hours).
- 12:30 Lunch, then a quick look at the Sukawati art market.
- 14:00 Mas: visit a carving studio or mask workshop.
- 16:00 Arrive in Ubud, or ride back south before dark.
Staying in Ubud? Reverse it and do a batik or offering class in the morning. Getting around Ubud: exploring Ubud by scooter and scooter rental in Ubud.
Which scooter?
The craft road is mostly flat town riding. A Honda Scoopy (IDR 90,000/day) has under-seat storage for your purchases; the Yamaha Gear 125 (IDR 80,000/day) has a flat floor for bags. Two-up all the way to Ubud, a Honda Vario 125 (IDR 100,000/day) is comfortable.
Rent a scooter in Bali
- Delivered to you — hotel, villa, home or Ngurah Rai Airport, anywhere in mainland Bali, with pick-up at the end. No delivery fee.
- Pay in Indonesian Rupiah when the scooter arrives (bank transfer or e-wallet). Nothing is paid in advance.
- No deposit, and your passport is not held — you only show it with your licence at handover.
- 2 helmets with every scooter. Minimum rental 2 days.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I take a silver class in Bali?
Celuk, a village between Denpasar and Ubud, is known for silversmiths, and many offer jewellery-making classes. Book a day ahead and ask what's included.
How long does a silver jewellery class take?
Commonly a few hours, depending on the design. You usually leave with the finished piece the same day.
Can I reach the craft villages by scooter?
Yes — Batubulan, Celuk, Sukawati and Mas are along the main road from Denpasar and Sanur to Ubud, with parking at the studios.
Are there batik or offering-making classes in Ubud?
Yes, several studios and family compounds around Ubud run batik, painting and canang (offering) workshops.
Which scooter is best for carrying souvenirs?
A Scoopy has under-seat storage, and the Yamaha Gear 125 has a flat floor for bags.
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