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Nuanu Creative City - the city of the future in Bali

A new, large-scale and unique space covering about 44 hectares on the south-west coast of Bali, in the Tabanan area. The Nuanu Creative City project was conceived not as an ordinary tourist attraction, but as an innovative, multifunctional city of the future, where art, culture, technology, ecology and the life of the local community are organically woven into one ecosystem.

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Nuanu Creative City
Nuanu Creative City

Nuanu Creative City for visitors

The name Nuanu translates as "in process" and symbolises the idea of continuous development and evolution of the space. The project is being implemented in stages, and today guests can discover its key zones and sites across different fields.

Art and culture

Nuanu Creative City immerses visitors in a world of art and culture that comes alive at every step. Guests can expect:

  • Earth Sentinels - unique art installations by South African artist Daniel Popper, which have become the visual symbol of Nuanu;
  • Aurora Media Park - an interactive 1-kilometre route that allows visitors to explore 8 multimedia installations along the river;
  • Labyrinth - an art space with 360° shows and exhibitions combining traditional Balinese performances with modern technology.

Nuanu has also become the venue for Art & Bali 2025 - the first international art fair of its kind in Bali.

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Nuanu Creative City
Nuanu Creative City

Wellness and entertainment

Nuanu offers a variety of opportunities for leisure and recovery. These include:

  • Lumeira Wellness Complex - a wellness complex with one of the largest wood-fired dome saunas in the world;
  • Luna Beach Club - a beach club with modern design, panoramic views and bright music events;
  • Block42 - a multifunctional complex bringing together a cafe, radio station, library, offices, art studios, public spaces and event venues;
  • Event42 - a modern concert and theatre hall with advanced sound and lighting equipment for events of any scale.

Nuanu Creative City
Nuanu Creative City

For families with children

Nuanu Creative City also offers entertainment and educational activities for bright family leisure time.

Here you can visit Pacha Alpaca - the only alpaca park in Bali, where guests can interact with the animals, feed them, have a snack in the cafe and even stay overnight in a cosy little house on the grounds.

For curious little ones, there is Jungle Kids - a space where children learn about harmony, art, ecology and cultural diversity through games and workshops. There is a kindergarten and a safe playground where children can have fun under the supervision of professional teachers. For school-age children, ProEd Global Nuanu is available - an international school with personalised learning and innovative teaching methods, the first of its kind in the Tabanan area.

Nuanu Creative City
Nuanu Creative City

Where to stay in Nuanu Creative City

In addition to cultural, educational and recreational opportunities, Nuanu Creative City is developing its residential infrastructure. Here you can find different options - from cosy studios to luxurious villas and hotels - ideally suited to your lifestyle or investment goals.

  • Oshom Bali - a luxury boutique hotel by the beach in Nuanu. One of the key hotels of the project, with rooms offering original design and comfort.
  • Nuanu Suites & Accommodations - rooms and apartments directly on the territory of Nuanu Creative City, with access to the infrastructure and close to the entertainment areas.
  • Labyrinthe Residences - private apartments in Nuanu, popular with musicians because of their close location to creative studios.
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Oshom Bali
Oshom Bali

Ecology and sustainability

Nuanu pays special attention to eco-friendly development and environmental initiatives. On 70% of the territory, natural green areas have been preserved, and more than 15,000 trees have been planted to restore the ecosystem. There are programmes for waste recycling, sustainable resource management, and concepts for renewable energy and eco-friendly transport are also being developed to minimise the impact on nature.

Magic Garden also operates within Nuanu Creative City. It helps restore biodiversity and offers educational programmes on butterfly breeding and plant conservation.

Nuanu Creative City
Nuanu Creative City

How to get to Nuanu Creative City and visit it

Nuanu offers specially designed tours for those who want to get to know the main principles behind the creative city more deeply.

The location is conveniently set just an hour’s drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport, 10 minutes from the famous Tanah Lot temple and about 20 minutes from the Canggu area. For guests, there is spacious parking, as well as the option to get there by any kind of taxi, including Gojek, Grab, Bluebird and local services.

It is easy to get around Nuanu by electric shuttles, which run every 10 minutes from 8:00 to 1:00 at night.

To make the visit even more convenient, Nuanu offers online booking of entrance tickets, as well as the option to buy them at the ticket office on site. An adult ticket costs 20,000 Indonesian rupiah, and children under 12 can visit the complex free of charge.

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Nuanu Creative City
Nuanu Creative City

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