Legong Dance Show at Ubud Palace Bali
Overview
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Legong Dance, often referred to as Legong Kraton, is one of Bali’s most esteemed classical court dances, once performed exclusively within royal palaces. Originating in the 19th century, it embodies the elegance and refinement of Balinese aristocratic culture.
Celebrated for its complex choreography, intricate finger movements, and swift, controlled gestures, the dance is traditionally performed by young female dancers dressed in elaborate gold costumes and ornate headdresses, symbolizing royal splendor and grace.
Accompanied by the dynamic sounds of a traditional gamelan orchestra, Legong tells a timeless royal story of love, rivalry, and fate. Combining precision, poise, and expressive storytelling, it continues to captivate audiences at cultural venues throughout Bali.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
A Viator/TripAdvisor confirmation booking will be sent at the time of confirmation is not the official ticket.
The service provider will send you a separate email with your actual ticket 24 hours before your travel date. This ticket will be the one recognized by the attraction. If you haven’t received it 24 hours before your visit, please reach out to GLOBALTIX on WhatsApp Message.
The ticket is valid for all passport holders and only on the selected date.
Children are charged at the same rate as adults.
Show starts at 7:30 PM and runs for approximately 90 minutes.
Please arrive at least 45 minutes early to secure a good seat.
Wear comfortable clothing and bring a camera and cash if needed.
Weapons or sharp objects are strictly prohibited.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Legong Kraton is a refined classical dance that presents a highly stylized royal drama performed by three dancers: a court attendant and two identically dressed legongs portraying noble characters. Accompanied by the expressive rhythms of a gamelan orchestra, the performance relies on graceful movements and musical nuance to suggest changes of scene and emotion. The story, rooted in 12th–13th century East Javanese history, tells of King Lasem, who finds the maiden Rangkesari lost in the forest and imprisons her in his palace. Her brother, the Prince of Daha, threatens war unless she is freed. Rangkesari pleads for peace, but the king chooses battle. On his way to the battlefield, he encounters a bird that foretells his death. Ignoring the omen, he proceeds to fight and is ultimately killed, a fate foreshadowed in his poignant farewell before war.
What‘s Included
Show entry ticket
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Options
Show Entry Ticket
Reviews
55 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great show…. Must do in Bali
Amy0328,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great show. But need to get there early to get seats…. And it’s not terribly comfortable…maybe bring a soft jacket to sit on? Also, not sure what they do when it’s raining…. It’s all outside.
Gotta see the show…but get there early for a good seat and take a pillow to sit on!
Sunshineklein,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Loved the show…. Truly entertaining and professional. But the seating is pretty uncomfortable for an older person.
Great experience
Emma V,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing show in a great location. Great price and excellent service at the venue. Great view of the show.
Very good performance
cristiantD1585OU,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00First legong dance show for me. My impression was that the troupe performed very well and also the gamelan orchestra. Overall a very good experience.
Enjoyable Balinese Traditional Dance
Leslie J,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The palace is located in the heart of Ubud, so it’s easy to get to if you’re staying in/near the center. We arrived about one hour early since we weren’t exactly sure where we needed to go and they were already allowing folks in to choose their seat. It gets pretty full so if you want a seat, with a back then try to get to the venue at least 45 minutes early. The show was very enjoyable and the performers were all very good. The band played traditional Balinese music and the dancers were very colorful and well choreographed. The tickets don’t cost mush and I think it was a great value.
Interesting Cultural Experience
Phil B,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00We arrived about 45 minutes early, had seats in the 5th row. Good view, could see whole stage, about 5 rows open still behind us. Can buy cold beverages (soda and beer) from a few vendors. Bathrooms easily accessable. Place was full by showtime on a Monday. The music is trance-like, and the perfromers all very good. Worth a watch, some left before the end, and they didn't miss much. Show was about 75 minutes. Recommend reading the pamphlet while waiting as it explains the dances. Note that airflow is poor and it was very hot, bring a fan.
Beautiful and authentic cultural experience
Bianca G,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Authentic experience of Balinese culture at an outstandingly beautiful venue. Arrive early if you want a front seat as it gets busy!
Mesmerising Legong Dance Show
811lieslw,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An absolutely mesmerizing performance and certainly well worth seeing for the price we paid. The performance was an hour and a half in length. We had front row seats but went an hour early to secure them as preferential seating was not guaranteed. The dancing was fascinating to watch, and the performance gave us an insight into the Balinese dance culture. The costumes and face makeup were stunning. The music was almost trance-like. Perhaps the biggest fascination for me was watching the dancers move their fingers, toes, head and eyes in directions that seemed impossible. The programme was directly translated into English from Balinese, but we made sense of the story line to a degree. I'd highly recommended seeing this show.
Expressive show
Paolo Carboni SBT,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Really magnificent dance show at the Palace of Ubud. It lasts about an hour and is characterized by the magnificent dances, extremely engaging, the beauty of the costumes and the expressiveness of the faces and gestures.
Show was terrific! Great...
Tyrrell M,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Show was terrific! Great value for $! The seating is very uncomfortable. Get there early to get a front row chair rather than sit on a rack lol
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