25 Interesting Places to Visit in Lombok Outside of the Gili Islands

Merese Hill surrounds Tanjung Aan Beach and is located in Jalan Kuta Lombok, Kuta Pujut, Central Lombok Regency.

It is one of the trendiest destinations in Lombok where visitors can enjoy sweeping views of the ocean and sky as well as beautiful sunset views.

Merese Hill is a very ‘Instagrammable’ spot that is frequently used for pre-wedding photoshoots. There is no entrance fee and can be accessed on foot from Tanjung Aan Beach.

5. Umbrella Rock

Umbrella Rock is a large standing rock that naturally formed its shape and beauty and is a unique place to visit in Lombok. 

No matter the angle, the rock is all-around enjoyable to view and as such makes it another ‘Instagrammable’ spot. Located east of Tanjung Aan Beach, visitors can hire a boat from the beach for IDR 250,000 to reach Umbrella Rock.

6. Malimbu Beach

One of the places to visit in Lombok is Malimbu Beach that is extremely pristine and rarely visited. This beauty is located in Malaka Village in North Lombok Regency.

One of the factors that attract tourists to Malimbu Beach is its spectacular coral reefs dubbed Malimbu Coral Reefs that has become a common photography location.

There is no entrance fee and visitors can choose from walking around the soft sand or renting a canoe or boat to explore the surrounding waters.