Pasar Badung

Pasar Badung is the largest traditional market in Denpasar, Bali, located on Jalan Gajah Mada in the central part of the city. Operating around the clock, the market serves as a central hub for economic and cultural activities for the local community and stands next to Kumbasari Market, separated by the historical Tukad Badung river and connected by a unique bridge. The market has deep historical roots, tracing back to the Royal Badung period and serving as a major trading center through various eras, including the relocation of the market site in 1907. ## What you find there Pasar Badung offers a wide variety of products ranging from daily essentials to Balinese souvenirs. During the morning to afternoon hours, from 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM, vendors sell fresh produce such as fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, and spices, alongside clothing, textiles, traditional ceremonial attire, handicrafts, jewelry, and items needed for daily Hindu prayers. From the afternoon to night, starting around 3:00 PM and running until early morning, the market transforms into a night culinary hub where visitors can sample local dishes like babi guling, sate lilit, and nasi campur, while fresh farm goods are sold in high quantities. Shoppers can also encounter tukang suun, local women who offer services carrying purchased goods in baskets on their heads from the market to waiting vehicles. ## Getting there and visiting Located on Jalan Gajah Mada in central Denpasar, Pasar Badung is accessible using private vehicles or public transportation such as the Trans Metro Dewata Corridor 3, which features a stop near the market. Prices at the traditional market are generally more affordable than in modern shopping centers, and bargaining is common to secure the best deals.