At the Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA) you'll explore a collection assembled to preserve and develop Balinese art and culture. The museum was founded by Agung Rai and was officially opened on 9 June 1996 by Prof. Dr. Ing. Wardiman Djojonegoro, the Indonesian Minister of Education and Culture. As you move through the galleries, you'll encounter works that span traditional to contemporary styles.
The collection includes classical Kamasan paintings on tree bark and notable masterpieces by Batuan artists from the 1930s and 1940s. You'll also see the only works on Bali by 19th‑century Javanese painters Raden Saleh and Syarif Bustaman. Foreign artists who lived and worked in Bali are represented as well, including Willem Gerard Hofker, Rudolf Bonnet and Willem Dooijewaard. The paintings of German artist Walter Spies hold a special place in the museum because of his important contribution to the development of Balinese arts. Along the way, you’ll gain a clear sense of the island’s artistic history and the varied influences that have shaped it.
Why Visit
- Collection spanning traditional to contemporary Balinese artworks
- Classical Kamasan tree-bark paintings from Balinese tradition
- Batuan masterpieces dating from the 1930s and 1940s
- Works by 19th-century Javanese artists Raden Saleh and Syarif Bustaman unique to Bali
- Walter Spies works given special place for contribution to Balinese arts
What's included
- Coffee and/or tea
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
Tour available in your selected language
Additional information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Not wheelchair accessible
Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.
Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.
You must be 18 years or older to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult.