Luang Prabang
Laos · 300 m
Description
Luang Prabang (ຫຼວງພະບາງ) is the former royal capital of Laos and the country's cultural heart. Picturesquely situated on a peninsula between the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, the city is renowned for its remarkably well-preserved old town, magnificent Buddhist temples and relaxed atmosphere. Its historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, blending traditional Lao wooden architecture with elegant French colonial buildings. Monks in saffron robes, the daily Tak Bat alms-giving ceremony, lively markets and charming cafés define the city's unique character. With highlights such as Wat Xieng Thong, Mount Phousi and the vibrant night market, Luang Prabang is one of Southeast Asia's most beautiful and rewarding travel destinations.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 4 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: December – February
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Morning Alms Giving Ceremony (Tak Bat)
- Wat Xieng Thong
- Kuang Si Waterfalls(Day trip)
- Mount Phousi
- Old Town of Luang Prabang
- Royal Palace Museum
- Luang Prabang Night Market
- Pak Ou Caves(Day trip)
- Mekong River Cruise
- Mekong Riverside Promenade
- Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham
- Wat Wisunarat
- Wat Aham
- Wat Pa Huak
- Wat Sensoukharam
- Wat Manorom
- Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre
- UXO Laos Visitor Centre
- Ock Pop Tok Living Crafts Centre
- Heuan Chan Heritage House
- Luang Prabang National Museum Gardens
- Bamboo Bridge (November - April)
- Morning Market
- Mekong Riverside Cafés
- Sisavangvong Road
- Whisky Village (Ban Xang Hai)(Day trip)
- Ban Chan Pottery Village(Day trip)
- Ban Phanom Weaving Village(Day trip)
- Tad Sae Waterfalls (June - November)(Day trip)
- MandaLao Elephant Conservation(Day trip)
- Nahm Dong Park(Day trip)
- Chomphet District Temples(Day trip)
- Wat Long Khoun(Day trip)
- Manifa Elephant Camp(Day trip)
- Mekong Sunset Cruise
- Nam Khan River
- Mekong River Confluence
- Phousi Hill Viewpoints
Getting there
- Airports:
- LPQ
- Train stations:
- Luang Prabang
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry