In our previous episode on Canggu, we gave an overview of what Canggu is like and why it has become the trendiest spot in Bali. Check out our introduction here:
【Must-Visit in Bali】Canggu Guide: The Perfect Blend of Surfing, Food, and Trendiness!
Canggu Guide Video
Detailed Map Explanation of Canggu
Understanding Canggu’s Layout/Map
Canggu’s roads may seem complicated at first glance, especially for newcomers. However, once you grasp a few key points, navigating Canggu becomes much easier.
Canggu is primarily traversed by the bustling Jl. Raya Canggu, known as ‘Canggu Main Road.’ If you’re vacationing in Canggu, you’ll frequently travel along this road as it connects to various beaches via branching paths.
To reach the beaches from Canggu Main Road, you’ll need to take one of the following three routes:
- Jl. Pantai Berawa (Berawa Beach Road)
- Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong (Batu Bolong Beach Road)
- Jl. Padang Lingjong (Padang Lingjong Road)
Jl. Pantai Berawa (Berawa Beach Road)
Let’s start with the rightmost road, ‘Jl. Pantai Berawa.’ This road connects to Berawa Beach, home to the very trendy ‘Finns Beach Club,’ the most fashionable beach club in the area, and the recently opened ‘Atlas Beach Fest’ post-pandemic. This road typically gets crowded by evening.
It’s worth mentioning the public beach outside Finns Beach Club. What’s special about it? Normally, when photographing beach sunsets, distant subjects often appear as silhouettes. However, even without any lighting equipment and using just a phone, we managed to capture a clear, well-lit portrait with a stunning sunset backdrop on this beach.
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How was this achieved? It’s because Finns Beach Club projects strong lights onto the beach. So, simply standing on this beach at sunset allows you to take professional-looking photos with perfect lighting.
Not far from Finns Beach Club is Panama Kitchen & Pool, a great spot for photography.
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This place features a garden pool with a South American Caribbean vibe, and the food is decent. We spent a few hours here taking photos.
Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong (Batu Bolong Beach Road)
Located in the middle, ‘Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong’ (Batu Bolong Beach Road) has the highest concentration of restaurants, bars, and cafes. It’s the main shopping street in Canggu and can be considered the town center. If I were to recommend an area for first-time visitors to Canggu, this would be the best place to stay. Accommodations along Batu Bolong offer easy access to the best cafes, restaurants, shops, and the beach.
On this road, you’ll find ‘Love Anchor,’ a semi-open-air market selling exquisite handmade crafts. The items are beautiful but not cheap. However, the atmosphere here is unique and indescribable. It’s a great spot for taking stylish photos!
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Canggu boasts several distinctive markets. Treasure hunters can search online for ‘Canggu Markets Guide’ to explore them one by one.
Continuing towards the coast, Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong leads to the popular Old Man’s Bar and Batu Bolong Beach’s sunset viewing spot. Don’t forget to snap a photo with the iconic Oldman mural and signboard, a true Canggu landmark!
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This beach is also Canggu’s prime surfing spot, where you’ll often see attractive surfers carrying their boards or riding the waves. You can easily find surfboard rentals here, or hire an instructor to guide you.
Canggu Shortcut
Between the two roads just mentioned, Jl. Pantai Berawa (Berawa Beach Road) and Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong (Batu Bolong Beach Road), there’s a secret shortcut known locally as Canggu Shortcut. It connects Batu Bolong and Batu Bewara areas, allowing faster commuting without having to navigate the often-congested main roads. In 2017, Canggu Shortcut was a picturesque path winding through lush rice fields, feeling like a slice of paradise - open and carefree!
Jackie’s Canggu Guide Video Screenshot
However, with Canggu’s rapid development, especially before the pandemic, Canggu Shortcut transformed dramatically. Crowds, traffic, billboards, and buildings sprouted along its narrow path, stripping it of its former charm. The road conditions worsened, and accidents became frequent, earning it the nickname ‘the daily crash zone’!
By late 2021, the shortcut was repaved with asphalt and slightly widened, though traffic jams persist during peak hours.
Jackie’s Canggu Guide Video Screenshot
Jl. Padang Lingjong (Padang Lingjong Road)
The third main road, Jl. Padang Lingjong, connects to Echo Beach. Recently, many shops and accommodation options have concentrated in this coastal area. By the sea lies La Brisa Beach Club, a spacious venue that requires online reservations for entry. This beach club boasts a stylish decor that makes it hard not to fall in love with its casual dining atmosphere. Inside, you’ll find driftwood-built floors and structures, abundant coconut trees, and a swimming pool suitable for children. It offers a uniquely charming vibe.
Further reading: Dubbed as ‘Bali’s Most Beautiful Restaurant’: How Does La Brisa Stand Out Among Tens of Thousands of Dining Options?
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This place also serves as an excellent photography spot, where every shot taken before sunset turns out beautifully!
Here, you can enjoy the sunset, watch surfers and beachgoers, and of course, savor the delicious food offered by this restaurant.
Canggu Cuisine
Jack’s Canggu Guide Video Screenshot
After introducing Canggu’s main roads and mentioning its cuisine, we can’t help but talk about Canggu’s food scene! Canggu is also a place that emphasizes healthy eating, with the Smoothie Bowl being the most famous among various healthy food options. It has become a super popular breakfast choice in recent years. Made with dairy products, vegetables, fruits, and nuts, the Smoothie Bowl is synonymous with high aesthetics, rich texture, nutrition, health, deliciousness, and science!
Start your day in Canggu with a Smoothie Bowl for a healthy and fat-reducing breakfast! After all, surfing as a fatty won’t attract handsome guys or hot girls!
Canggu Transportation
Jack’s Canggu Guide Video Screenshot
Canggu has evolved from a small village, and its road infrastructure remains underdeveloped, with narrow streets prone to traffic congestion. However, its unique charm has attracted international investors, who are now building large-scale resorts. Unfortunately, issues like narrow roads and traffic jams are unlikely to be resolved soon. Additionally, traveling from one attraction to another often requires taking long detours. No wonder some say the best way to get around Canggu is to ‘take off your shoes and walk along the beach!’
What other ways are recommended to explore Canggu besides walking? If you don’t want to age while stuck in traffic, you can use Indonesia’s ride-hailing app ‘Gojek,’ specifically its ‘Go Ride’ motorcycle service. This app is incredibly convenient, offering affordable rates for rides with fixed prices, so you don’t have to worry about being overcharged. For a guide on how to use Gojek, check out my previous tutorial. The app has an English interface, making it highly recommended for visitors to Indonesia!
100 Must-Visit Spots & Cafes in Canggu
To help you navigate Canggu without getting lost, we’ve created a detailed Canggu travel map filled with vibrant content. This map covers over 100 restaurants, cafes, shopping spots, hotel recommendations, and other must-visit attractions in Canggu, Bali.
Ready to embark on a Canggu adventure? Below is a link to an exciting map of Canggu, Bali. Don’t forget to save it to make your Bali journey even more enriching!
Canggu Food, Fun, and Travel Guide
Further Reading
The Ultimate Canggu Adventure Map: 100 Must-Visit Spots in Canggu｜2026 Guide
16 Private Pool Villas in Canggu: Bali Villas You Can’t Miss
Whether you’re looking to bask in the sun on the beach, surf, take photos, savor delicious food, shop, or experience exotic cultures, Canggu has it all. Whether traveling solo, with family and friends, or enjoying a romantic getaway with your loved one, Canggu promises to deliver an unforgettable journey.
We hope your trip to Canggu is filled with cherished memories and wonderful moments. We look forward to meeting you in Canggu!
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