Add these fashion, homeware and island adventures to your Bali Christmas shopping list! This is your local-approved gift guide.
Want to go Christmas shopping in Bali? Lucky for us, there’s something for everyone of all ages, with different interests, and priced for all levels of budget. To help narrow things down, I’ve shortlisted the best stores in Bali to go shopping for Christmas gifts. Most of these stores have a wide selection of gifts, so lazy shoppers like me can shop for multiple people in one store. I’ve also grouped them based on interests, so you can buy Christmas gifts your family and friends will genuinely love.
Why trust this guide
I first moved to Bali in 2006. After living abroad for a few years, I made my way back to Bali in 2021, and I’ve been living here permanently since then. While I’m not a shopping enthusiast (my wallet is very thankful!), my family gathers in Bali every year for Christmas – so gift shopping is on my annual to-do list. This guide includes the stores where I usually buy gifts for my own family. Plus, splurge-worthy items and island experiences that I would give to myself – because, why not? It’s Christmas!
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Christmas Shopping in Bali: Souvenir Gifts
1. Love Bali Tee
Bali-inspired graphic T-shirts for adults and kids, featuring locally made designs rooted in island culture.
For Christmas gifts in Bali that feel genuinely connected to the island, Love Bali Tees is a great place to pick up something you’ll actually want to take home. The Bali-based brand creates original graphic T-shirts inspired by Balinese culture and everyday island life, with collections for men, women and kids.
I particularly like it for easy and fun Christmas gifts for friends and family, with plenty of playful options for little ones too. Many of the T-shirts are proudly handmade in Bali using combed cotton, making them a more meaningful alternative to generic souvenirs. Even better, 1% of every sale supports selected local organisations and environmental projects across Bali.
Best for: One-stop-shop for Bali-inspired printed T-shirts for everyone of all ages.
Good to know: There are multiple stores across Bali, including Seminyak, Canggu and Ubud. The Ubud stores are the ones I regularly go to, as they’re conveniently located on Ubud’s popular shopping strip.
Address: Jl Monkey Forest, Ubud.
Opening hours: Daily, 9am – 9pm.
2. Cove Island Essentials
Stylish Bali souvenirs, homewares, jewellery, fashion and thoughtful gifts from local makers.
Cove Island Essentials brings together fashion, homewares, jewellery, art and small lifestyle pieces, so you can pick up something for almost everyone on your list. This coastal concept store has a regularly refreshed collection which includes Bali-inspired journals, sarongs, perfume oils, candles, keyrings, notebooks, greeting cards and curated guidebooks – much more personal than a generic souvenir. I also love that Cove works with local artisans and Balinese makers, giving its selection a distinctly island feel.
Best for: Design lovers who love stylish homeware and fashion pieces that are effortless and easily mixed and matched.
Good to know: There are three stores across Bali, including Canggu, Uluwatu and Commune by Cove in Seseh (west of Canggu).
Address: Jl Pantai Berawa No. 50, Canggu, Jl Pantai Bingin, Pecatu, and Jl Pantai Seseh, Seseh.
Opening hours: Daily, 9am – 7pm.
3. Club Pantai
Bali-designed clothing, accessories, homewares and unique souvenirs for all ages and budgets.
Want an upgrade from the usual souvenirs? Club Pantai is well worth a browse. This modern Bali gift shop creates clothing, accessories, homewares and small keepsakes inspired by island life. Think Bali-themed sarongs and silk scarves to socks, candles, mugs and jewellery. I particularly like the mix of useful and playful pieces, so you can find something for everyone on your Christmas list – including kids. Everything is designed and crafted in Bali, with the brand working with local artisans and focusing on lasting quality.
Best for: Stylish Bali souvenirs for everyone that cover all budgets.
Good to know: There’s a wide variety of items, from fashion pieces to tableware, tote bags and wall decorations.
Address: Jl Pantai Bingin No. 6, Uluwatu, and Jl Monkey Forest, Ubud.
Opening hours: Daily, 9am – 8pm (Uluwatu) and 10am – 10pm (Ubud).
Christmas Shopping in Bali: Fashion Gifts
1. Bali Boat Shed
Colourful tropical fashion, swimwear, dresses and accessories for women, men and kids in Seminyak.
Next level island style is the name of the game at Bali Boat Shed. This iconic Seminyak boutique instantly draws you in with its brightly coloured beach shack exterior. Inside, you’ll find a range of maxi and cute little dresses, playsuits, tops, kaftans, swimwear, accessories and more. There are also collections for men and kids!
Best for: Ladies, gents and kids who love colourful wardrobes and tropical-inspired fashion.
Good to know: Bali Boat Shed carries their own brand alongside a curated selection of Bali-born brands.
Address: Jl Kayu Aya Jl Petitenget No. 20, Seminyak.
Opening hours: Daily, 8am – 10pm.
2. Indosole
Sustainable sandals and footwear made from recycled tyres, plus eco-friendly souvenirs and stocking fillers.
If you’re like and you want a Christmas gift that’s functional (bonus: easy to wrap!), Indosole is a great place to shop. This Bali-born brand turns recycled tyres into sandals and footwear, giving your gift a genuine sustainability story. I’d particularly look at the flip-flops, comfy slides and newer styles, while smaller gifts such as Bali-inspired magnets, keyrings and recycled-tire coasters make easy stocking fillers.
Best for: Eco-conscious friends and family who prefer long-lasting, practical gifts.
Good to know: They recently collaborated with Sungai Watch (Bali’s eco-charity) to create pieces made with upcycled river wastes. There are also multiple Indosole stores across Bali, including Canggu, Uluwatu and Ubud. My favourite? The Ubud address.
Address: Jl Goutama No. 3, Ubud.
Opening hours: Daily, 9am – 10.30pm.
3. Joy Jewellery
Playful handmade sterling silver and colourful beaded jewellery for kids, teens and meaningful gifting.
Joy Jewellery really does describe this iconic Bali favourite – an eye-catching and trendy brand with a sparkly hint of bohemian-playfulness. Combining island styles with her Dutch roots, owner and creator Jenny de Blecourt handcrafts her designs using beads, charms, and high-quality 925 sterling silver. Inspired by the colourful cultures of Indonesia, Joy Jewellery is fun and playful, featuring angels, hearts, butterflies, Buddhas and colourful beads. So many tempting beauties!
Best for: Kids and teens who love colourful, beaded jewellery.
Good to know: Each collection carries a meaning, whether it’s love, luck, peace or friendship – making it a fun, meaningful gift.
Address: Jl Drupadi No. 6, Seminyak.
Opening hours: Daily, 9am – 6pm.
Christmas Shopping in Bali: Gifts for Yoga, Surf & Wellness
1. Bali Yoga Shop
One-stop-shop for yoga clothing, mats, blocks and accessories, with locally made activewear and mindful gifts.
Located in Bali’s yoga capital, AKA Ubud, Bali Yoga Shop is a one-stop-store for everything yoga. Think yoga and activewear, with everything from leggings, shorts and tops to yoga mats, blocks, scarves and other accessories. The brand produces its pieces locally in Bali using materials with durability and environmental impact in mind.
Best for: Yoga lovers who want practical things that can be used for their practice.
Good to know: The store also stocks other local brands, singing bowls, yoga books and more.
Address: Jl Hanoman No. 44B, Ubud.
Opening hours: Daily, 9am – 8pm.
2. Goldust Spa voucher
Luxurious Bali spa experience featuring signature 24K gold facials, pampering treatments and spa days.
Ultra glamorous spa treatments hit Canggu when Goldust Spa opened its doors. It’s best known for that iconic 24k Gold Facial, and yes, it’s as glam as it sounds. If you want to add a bit of bling to your me-time, this is the place. I came for the gold, obviously, but stayed for the fact that the treatments are professionally-executed too. What makes it even more special is that you can design your own digital gift card, or choose their gold-embossed physical gift card.
Best for: Wellness seekers who like a pampering spa day and relaxing treatments.
Good to know: Goldust is also great for groups. So book a spa party if you want to give yourself and your besties a gift of spa day.
Address: Jl Pantai Batu Bolong, Gang Nyepi, Canggu.
Opening hours: Daily, 9am – 9pm.
3. Utama Spice
Natural, cruelty-free skincare, aromatherapy products and locally inspired wellness gift sets.
If you’re into 100% natural, cruelty-free (meaning no animal testing) skincare products made in Bali, Utama Spice is a must-try. This Ubud-born brand takes traditional beauty remedies and gives them a modern twist, using locally sourced goodies like coconut oil, turmeric and rose. Plus, everything is eco-friendly, smells amazing and feels like your very own spa day at home.
Best for: Wellness seekers who like eco-friendly and cruelty-free skincare and aromatherapy products.
Good to know: Utama Spice offers curated gift sets, and look out for the Christmas ones that are typically released closer to December. There are also multiple stores in Ubud, Canggu, Sanur and Uluwatu. My favourite is the new, light-filled Pererenan store.
Address: Jl Sempol, Pererenan.
Opening hours: Daily, 10am – 8pm.
4. Drifter Surf Shop
Surfwear, streetwear and surf gear from Bali-based and international brands, with a café in Uluwatu.
Drifter is a mecca for Bali’s salty surf crew, doubling up as the island’s original stomping ground. It embodies the soul of surfing in Bali, with the coolest boutique island brands sitting alongside some big-name international labels.
Best for: Surf wear and gear, streetwear for everyone.
Good to know: Drifter in Uluwatu doubles as a cafe serving our favourite coffee in Bali.
Address: Jl Labuan Sait No. 52, Pecatu, Uluwatu, and Jl Kayu Aya No. 50, Seminyak.
Opening hours: Daily, 7am – 10pm (Uluwatu) and 8am – 11pm (Seminyak).
Christmas Shopping in Bali: Gifts for Couples & Families
1. Expat.Roasters coffee
Specialty coffee sourced from Kintamani, or treat coffee lovers to barista courses in Bali.
Head north to Bali’s highlands and you’ll find countless plantations growing incredible coffee, cacao and tea leaves. The good news is, you don’t need to trek to the mountains to taste them. Expat.Roasters sourced its coffee straight from Kintamani, meaning you can pick up a bag and gift a taste of north Bali to your loved ones.
Best for: Coffee lovers who want to try Bali blends.
Good to know: Expat.Roasters hosts barista courses too – another gift idea for your coffee-loving friends.
Address: Jl Petitenget No. 1A, Kerobokan, Seminyak, Jl Pantai Kuta No.1, Kuta (inside Beachwalk Shopping Centre), Jl Pantai Cemongkak No. 9F, Pecatu, Uluwatu.
Opening hours: Daily, 6.30am – 7pm (Seminyak), 11am – 10pm (Kuta), 7am – 7pm (Uluwatu).
2. Sababay wine
Locally produced Balinese wines for festive gifting, or book a winery tour and tasting experience.
There’s nothing quite like your favourite bottle of vino to celebrate the festivities. From bold reds to sparkling rosé, Bali’s best wine shops have everything you need for festive toasting. Try locally grown bottles from Bali’s own vineyards like Sababay. You can buy a bottle at supermarkets and bottle shops across the island.
Best for: Couples and families hosting a Christmas party at home.
Good to know: The winery hosts tours and tasting if you want a Christmas gift that’s extra special.
Address: House of Sababay, Jl Professor Doktor Ida Bagus Mantra No. 333X, Keramas.
Opening hours: Wednesday to Monday 9.30am – 5.30pm, Tuesday 1pm – 5.30pm.
3. Krakakoa Bali chocolate
Chocolate factory with hands-on workshops, or enjoy bean-to-bar treats at the café.
Calling all chocolate lovers! Bali is home to a number of chocolate factories where you can make your very own bar – Willy Wonka would be SO proud! Take a workshop to experience the journey that a simple cocoa bean takes to become a chocolate bar, so that you can make your own, personal Christmas gift. My top pick is Krakakoa in Kerobokan, where you and the kids can make your own chocolate-y gifts, or buy their single-origin cacao bars. It also doubles up as a cosy cafe where you can sit back and celebrate a sweet job well done!
Best for: Families and kids looking to make their own edible Christmas gifts.
Good to know: Take a workshop for an experiential Christmas gift, or spend the Christmas afternoon with the family at the cafe.
Address: Jl Mertanadi No. 70, Kerobokan.
Opening hours: Daily, 9am – 9pm.
4. Waterbom Bali passes
A family day out with thrilling waterslides, a relaxing lazy river and waterpark passes for all ages.
Want a Christmas gift everyone will love? Take the entire fam to Waterbom Bali for a day of heart-pumping splashing and sploshing! Voted Asia’s best waterpark over and over, there are all sorts of rides for all ages here. There’s the relaxing Lazy River, the curly-whirly slides, and even the dizzyingly high Climax.
Best for: Anyone of all ages who love waterparks.
Good to know: There are two and four pax passes if you’re gifting families and groups.
Address: Jl Kartika Plaza, Kuta.
Opening hours: Daily, 9am – 6pm.
5. Bali Zoo day
A memorable day of wildlife encounters, tiger feeding and breakfast with orangutans for families and animal lovers.
The perfect Christmas gift for animal lovers? Animal encounter, of course! Bali Zoo is where you can take a walk on the wild side, feed the tigers, and even have breakfast with Orangutans.
Best for: Families who want a whole Christmas day of animal encounters.
Good to know: Bali Zoo offers special experiences, like breakfast with Orangutans and Elephant Explorer.
Address: Jl Raya Singapadu, Sukawati.
Opening hours: Daily, 9am – 5pm.
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FAQs About Christmas Gift Shopping in Bali
What are the best places to buy Christmas gifts in Bali?
Bali’s best spots for Christmas shopping include Seminyak, Canggu, Ubud, and Sanur, where you’ll find island-inspired boutiques, artisanal homeware stores, ethical fashion labels, and local handicrafts.
Popular areas like Seminyak Village, Tamora Gallery, Love Anchor Market, and Ubud Art Market are packed with unique Bali-made gifts perfect for the festive season.
Where can I find unique or handmade Christmas gifts in Bali?
Head to Ubud for traditional crafts, jewellery, textiles, and woodcarvings made by local artisans. You’ll also find beautifully handcrafted ceramics in Umalas, macramé and décor in Canggu, and artisanal homewares across Seminyak’s boutique strips.
Is Bali cheap for Christmas shopping?
Prices vary depending on where you shop. Local markets offer affordable handcrafted gifts and bargaining are generally accepted. Meanwhile, in boutiques and concept stores, prices are fixed and can be more expensive.
Are there Christmas markets in Bali?
Yes, but not as large as Christmas markets in Europe. Bali hosts a variety of pop-up Christmas markets in tourist areas like Canggu, Uluwatu, Ubud, Seminyak, and Sanur, where you’ll find local designers, sustainable brands, food stalls, and live music.
Are Christmas decorations and festive items available in Bali?
Absolutely! Many homeware stores, supermarkets, and malls begin stocking Christmas décor, ornaments, gift wrapping, and festive home pieces from November. Head to Azko, Bali Christmas Shop, and boutique homeware stores for stylish island-inspired Christmas decorations.