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Vientiane

Currency

Laotian Kip

Language

Lao​/English

Best Time To VISIT

November - February

Getting around

Walk/Bike/Tuktuk

What Vientiane Can offer you

Things to do?
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Patuxai Victory Gate​ Vientiane Laos

1. Patuxai Victory Gate

One of Vientiane’s most well known landmarks which imitate Paris’s Arc de Triomphe. Patuxai Victory Gate is decorated with Hindu god symbols and additional five towers that mimic ancient Laotian structures, creating a sort of East meets West.

  • Sightseeing
  • Architecture
Sports Mekong River​Vientiane Laos

2. Sports Mekong River

In Vientiane, folks go to the riverbank after work to engage in various activities. Kids are playing soccer and younger people are exercising at night with loud music.

  • Sightseeing
  • Activity
Bicycle​ Vientiane Laos

3. Bicycle

A great way to explore the city and get in a workout at the same time is to ride along the banks of the beautiful Mekong River. Join a Half Day Vientiane City Bike Tour.
  • Sightseeing
  • Activity
Mr.BO Donut ​Vientiane Laos

4. Mr.BO Donut

Many people are probably leaping up and down in excitement of Vientiane’s first “real” doughnut shop opening, which will shortly fuel them with a sugar high.It’s in a good location and is reachable on foot from any downtown place.

  • Sightseeing
  • Food
Center Lao​ Vientiane Laos

5. Center Lao

The food court, which offers a variety of dishes from China, Thailand, and Laos, is what I consider to be the most alluring aspect of this place.
  • Sightseeing
  • Shopping
Buddha National Park Vientiane Laos

6. Buddha National Park

Buddha Park, also known as Xieng Khuan, is located about 25km outside of Vientiane. Is famed for its more than 200 religious statues, which are spread over the beautiful park.

  • Sightseeing
  • Activity
Pha That Luang​ Vientiane Laos

7. Pha That Luang

Also known as the Great Stupa of Vientiane. The stupa is a massive complex that goes back to the 16th century and is known for its central stupa, which rises to a height of 148 feet and is coated in gold leaf.

  • Sightseeing
  • Architecture
Wat Ho Phra Keo​ Vientiane Laos

8. Wat Ho Phra Keo

It is well known because it once housed the fabled Emerald Buddha sculptures, which Laotian monarchs had seized from Thailand before being recaptured and returned in 1778.

  • Sightseeing
  • Architecture
COPE Visitor Centre​ Vientiane Laos

9. COPE Visitor Centre

There are many sights and activities to enjoy.  Spend some time exploring our substantial, free exhibit to learn more about the UXO issue in Lao PDR and the efforts made by COPE.
  • Sightseeing
  • Activity
Nightmarket​ Vientiane Laos

10. Nightmarket

Buy a variety of goods, including clothing, textiles, accessories, handicrafts, paintings and numerous souvenirs. The market often starts up about sundown. Hop on a Tuk Tuk and start tasting.

  • Sightseeing
  • Market
  • Food
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10. Top Attractions in Laos

Vientiane

  1. Patuxai Victory Gate
  2. Sports Mekong River
  3. Bicycle
  4. Mr. BO Donut
  5. Center Lao
  6. Buddha National Park
  7. Pha That Luang
  8. Wat Ho Phra Keo
  9. COPE Visitor Centre
  10. Nightmarket

HAVE AN AMAZING TRIP TO Vientiane!


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