Barong and Keris Dance is one of the many variants of dance that developed in Balinese society. This dance has been packaged into a spectacle that attracted the attention of ordinary peoples, especially tourists, both the domestic and foreign tourists.

Barong and Keris Dance recounts the eternal enmity between the figure of Barong who became a symbol of goodness with the figure of Rangda that manifests the evils. Both of these figures are involved in the battle that a draw which is not ending and could not overthrow each other.

The eternal struggle has a philosophy that in life, the goodness and badness will always be present alongside and balance each other.

The dance is, to us, an entertaining show; full of humor and action. To the Balinese, also, it is an entertaining show. In addition, it is an opportunity to keep the cosmos in balance. The Barong battles the evil Rangda.

Barong and Keris Dance which is durated for one hours is regularly showing their performance every day from 09.30 to 10.30 AM. This performance is especially dedicated to both local and international tourists. Barong itself is an ancient creature which symbolizes “the goodness”, while Rangda (giant) is a great ancient creature which symbolizes “the evil”. The battle between these two great creatures is packed in a nice dance and mystical music which are composed by ± 75 artist from Kesiman, Denpasar. This art show is always become a unique attraction for the visitors, it is because in a certain segment, they will enjoy the magnificence of “Ngurek” (stab the Kris into particular body) from some dancers. Magically, they will be not hurt by this action.

We provide the Barong and Keris dance tickets with return transfers from your hotel or also you can come by your own transport .

Barong Dance Location:
Jl. Waribang, Denpasar - Bali about 1 km to the north direction of Sanur.

Pick up area:
- Tuban, Denpasar, Sanur, Ubud Central, Canggu, Kerobakan, Seminyak, Kuta, Legian, Jimbaran and Nusa Dua.

Pick up time:
- Tuban at 08.00 am
- Denpasar, Sanur at 08.30 am
- Ubud Central at 07.40 am
- Canggu, Kerobokan, Seminyak 08.15 am
- Nusa Dua 07.30 am

Please contact us for any information of other Balinese Performances.