Planning a Bali family holiday with kids? Great choice. The Indonesian island is made for families. Calm lagoons for paddling, jungle day trips that double as adventures, and enough resort pools to keep little splashers happy. Whether you’re chasing waterparks, wildlife, or just a lazy villa week, Bali makes it easy for toddlers, teens and everyone in between.

Best for: Families who like culture with their pool time.

In Bali’s green heart, Ubud with kids means fresh air, rice terraces and a slower pace. Kids can meet monkeys (carefully) at the Monkey Forest, try their hand at batik painting, or spot farmers working the rice fields on a ridge walk. Parents will love the food scene, which covers everything from smoothie bowls to Balinese feasts and ice cream with every meal, and the easy day trips to waterfalls.

Best for: Beach-loving families with active kids.

Canggu with kids is laidback but lively. Echo Beach is good for beginner surf lessons and sandy games, while cafés dish up pancakes and smoothies that little ones love. Rent bikes to explore the rice fields, then cool off with gelato or splash time at family-friendly waterparks.

Best for: Families who like convenience and comfort.

Seminyak is the sweet spot for a family-friendly Bali villa holiday. Parents can shop and spa, while kids splash in the surf or pool. The beachfront is dotted with casual restaurants where little ones can dig in the sand while you watch the sunset. Villas with kitchens and space for groups make it especially popular with families. And just up the sand in Legian, things get a little more low-key: wide beaches for cricket and surf lessons, casual warungs, and plenty of sunset spots without the Seminyak price tag.

Best for: Families who want action and options.

Kuta is a family classic, especially for Aussies planning a Bali holiday with teenagers. The long beach is great for beginner surf lessons and sandcastles, and Waterbom Bali is a guaranteed kid-pleaser. Shopping is easy, from surf shops to malls, and there’s no shortage of restaurants that welcome families.

Best for: Families with young kids.

Sanur with kids is calm, flat-water bliss. The reef-protected beach is perfect for swimming, the promenade is stroller-friendly, and cafés make meal times easy. Families also love Sanur as a base for island-hopping, or just keeping things simple.