Temples & religious sites
Satya Dharma Temple
Vihara Satya Dharma is a modern Chinese temple at Benoa Port, Bali. It is a temple of the Three teachings ("Tridharma") of Chinese folk religion, i.e. Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism. Furthermore, like the other Chinese temples in Bali, this temple also has an altar in its outdoor yard dedicated to Gods of Balinese Hinduism.
Vihara Satya Dharma: A Tridharma Temple at Benoa Port
Vihara Satya Dharma is a modern Chinese temple standing at Benoa Port, serving the Tridharma tradition that blends Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism under one roof. Like several other Chinese temples on Bali, it also keeps an outdoor altar dedicated to Balinese Hindu deities, a detail that reflects how Chinese-Balinese communities have folded local religious practice into their own. Travellers tend to visit for the layered architecture, incense-filled courtyards, and the chance to see a religious tradition rarely encountered elsewhere on the island.
Getting there
The temple sits at Benoa Port on Bali's southern peninsula. From central areas like Kuta or Denpasar, a car or scooter ride typically takes around 20-30 minutes depending on traffic, since Benoa's port road can back up with cargo and ferry traffic at times. There's no direct public transport, so a taxi, ride-hailing app, or private driver is the practical choice.
How long to stay
Most visitors spend 30 to 45 minutes walking through the halls and courtyards and viewing the altars.
When to go
Mornings tend to be quieter and cooler for walking around the open-air sections. Because it's an active place of worship, it can get busier during Chinese festival dates, so a weekday visit outside those periods offers a calmer experience.
Nearby
- Pura Dalem Sakenan (1.7km) — a Balinese Hindu temple close enough to pair with Satya Dharma in the same outing, offering a direct contrast in architecture and tradition.
- Benoa Bay (4.3km) — a short drive away, good for water activities or simply seeing the bay.
- Pantai Kuta (5km) — combine with an afternoon at the beach.
- Holy Spirit Cathedral (5.5km) — for travellers interested in Bali's religious diversity, this Catholic cathedral makes an interesting contrast.
Sources: open data from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap · Updated August 5, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
