The iconic landmark Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK) Cultural Park is an absolute must-visit on your Bali trip. GWK is home to the fourth tallest monumental statue in the world, the Garuda Wisnu Kencana statue. At GWK, you are offered the ultimate Balinese cultural arts and heritage experience. This includes the main attraction of the park, GWK Statue Tour. This tour gives you the opportunity to sightsee the iconic statues up close and explore the inside of the GWK statue. Inside, you’ll be able to ascend to its upper levels, offering breathtaking views and a deeper understanding of its history. Wanna know more about this tour? Let us guide you through all about the GWK Statue Tour.
What is a GWK Statue Tour?
The main and must-experience attraction of the park is GWK Statue Tour. This tour allows you to sightsee the magnificent statues, namely the GWK statue, the Vishnu statue at Plaza Wisnu, and the Garuda statue at Plaza Garuda. With the GWK Statue Tour, you’ll be able to have a powerful and moving spiritual experience from witnessing the statues up close. Another benefit of this tour is the incredible photography opportunities that you can’t get anywhere else. These awe-inspiring statues combined with the stunning landscapes are the perfect background for your next social media post. Their uniqueness will make your photos instantly legendary.
GWK Statue Tour offers you a different experience from simply visiting the GWK Cultural Park. Not only can you sightsee the statues from up close, but you can also climb up and enter the GWK statue with the GWK Top of the Statue Tour. If you’re interested, read the next part of this article.
Ascending the Icon: The GWK Top of Statue Tour
Other than sightseeing the statues from up close, the attraction you must experience is the one inside the GWK statue. This attraction is called the Top of the Statue Tour. As its name suggests, this tour takes you to go up the 9th and 23rd floor to have an exclusive experience on top of the GWK statue. The 9th and 23rd floor offers you a different experience. Here are the things you can experience on each floor:
1. The 9th Floor
This floor is where you can find a museum showcasing various dioramas, art installations, and memorabilia. Here, you will have the opportunity to deepen your understanding about the history of the GWK statue’s creation. This includes the construction process of the GWK statue which stands at an impressive height of 121 m.
2. The 23rd Floor
On the 23rd floor, prepare to be amazed by spectacular views of Bali from above. The glass allows you to spectate breathtaking views of different places in Bali which includes the Jimbaran area, Kuta Beach, Seminyak Beach, Bali Mandara Toll Road, Melasti Beach, Nusa Dua Area, and the Ngurah Rai Airport. Other than letting you see the beauty of Bali from above, this floor provides you with the best spots for photography as well.
Why Choose a GWK Statue Tour?
GWK Statue Tour takes you on a comprehensive tour, a much more immersive and exciting way to spend your time rather than just visiting the park. This statue offers you a one-of-a-kind experience, from sightseeing the magnificent statues from up close to climbing up and entering the GWK statue. Moreover, you can also take iconic pictures with the picturesque statues and landscapes as the background.
Plan Your Visit: Getting Your GWK Tickets
You can purchase the most seamless option, the Ultimate Bundling package, for IDR 350,000 per person. This package includes:
- Regular entrance ticket to GWK Cultural Park.
- Guided tour to 9th & 23rd floor of Garuda Wisnu Kencana statue.
- Refreshment drink at Jendela Bali Restaurant.
- Entrance to ASANA Artseum (The First Thematic Museum and Photo Studio in Bali).
- Balinese Cultural Performances at Amphitheater stage (from 11AM to 3PM).
- Watch animation movie “Petualangan Garuda Cilik” at Garuda Sineloka Mini Cinema (30 minutes duration, start from 10.30 AM to 7.30 PM)
- The ticket is valid for the whole day! Free entry and exit to the GWK area (by requesting a stamp at the exit gate)
For ticket purchases, you can buy them here.
Read also: GWK, the Majestic Icon of the Highest Statue in Bali
GWK Cultural Park opens from 9 AM to 9 PM everyday. As for the best time to visit, It is recommended to visit the park around late afternoon to avoid midday heat. Your Bali adventure is not complete without a visit to Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park! Witness the majestic statues and cultural arts performances up close. Plan your visit today!