Best Places To Visit in Vientiane Prefecture

Q: What is Vientiane best known for?

Known as the sleepy capital of Laos, Vientiane is home to some of the country’s most significant monuments including That Luang, Haw Phra Kaew, and much more. It is also a great stop-over for those looking to visit other cities in the country.

Q: When is the best time to visit Vientiane?

Vientiane, Laos is part of South East Asia, where the climate is mostly dry throughout the year. The best time to visit the city is during the cooler months of November to February.

Q: Where is the best location for tourists to stay in Vientiane?

The Riverside is one of the best places for first-time visitors to stay in Vientiane. The Riverside is where most of the city’s best restaurants, cafes, and bars can be found. This is also where you can find a number of the city’s most popular landmarks like the Presidential Palace, Lao National Cultural Hall and more.

If you're looking for a relaxing riverside getaway, make your way to the city of Vientiane! Although it is the largest city in Laos, the lifestyle is surprisingly relaxed and laid-back. You can opt to explore the old Buddhist temples in the city or visit the Laos National Museum to learn more about the country's history.

Vientiane also has a great nightlife, with several pubs and bars around the area. If this isn't your cup of tea, the city is abundant in must-try restaurants perfect for local food trips! Either way, the locals encourage tourists to relax and take it slow in order to enjoy what the city has to offer!

Top things to do in Vientiane Prefecture

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Vangvieng Climbing & Ballon Area (Departure from Vientiane)

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Vangvieng Climbing & Ballon Area (Departure from Vientiane)

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Private tour

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4.5 / 5

(26) • 200+ booked

NT$ 2,814

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Must visit half day tour in Vientiane

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4.8 / 5

(24) • 100+ booked

NT$ 1,623

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Vientiane Temples and City Highlights Private Tour

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Private tour

English guided

5.0 / 5

(9) • 50+ booked

NT$ 1,846

Vientiane Historical Landmarks Full-Day Private Tour

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Vientiane Historical Landmarks Full-Day Private Tour

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4.3 / 5

(27) • 400+ booked

NT$ 1,623

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Vientiane Buddha Park & Patuxay Full-Day Tour

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4.6 / 5

(27) • 100+ booked

NT$ 1,623

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Vientiane classic Food tour

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4.8 / 5

(5)

NT$ 1,582

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Vientiane City Bike Tour

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English guided

5.0 / 5

(2) • 100+ booked

NT$ 1,558

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Laos Traditional Costume Photo Tour in Vientiane

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5.0 / 5

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NT$ 2,110

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Vangvieng with Cave Kayak & Zipline (departure from Vientiane)

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5.0 / 5

(7) • 50+ booked

NT$ 2,994

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Essence of Vientiane Art, Culture & Inspiration Day Tour

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Private tour

English guided

4.5 / 5

(2)

NT$ 1,461

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Vientiane IG tour & Patuxay monument

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NT$ 1,169

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Tour Guide Service in Vientiane

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Private tour

English guided

NT$ 2,022

Hotels in Vientiane Prefecture

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Hotels • Vientiane Prefecture

Amari Vientiane Laos

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4.7 / 5

(313)

From

NT$ 2,719

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Eastin Hotel Vientiane

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4.6 / 5

(272)

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NT$ 1,545

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S2 Modern Boutique Hotel

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4.6 / 5

(160)

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NT$ 868

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DoubleTree by Hilton Vientiane

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4.8 / 5

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NT$ 2,294

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Vientiane Luxury Hotel

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3.6 / 5

(105)

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NT$ 894

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COSI Vientiane Nam Phu

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4.6 / 5

(121)

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NT$ 1,459

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TT Hostel

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4.3 / 5

(10)

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NT$ 311

Hotels • Vientiane Prefecture

Lao Plaza Hotel

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4.4 / 5

(68)

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NT$ 2,188

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Crowne Plaza Vientiane by IHG

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4.7 / 5

(544)

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NT$ 2,704

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Manorom Classy Hotel

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3.3 / 5

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NT$ 542

NT$ 559

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Chaleunehoung Hotel

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2.7 / 5

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NT$ 569

NT$ 575

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Phongsavath Boutique Hotel

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4.3 / 5

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NT$ 992

tiong *********

2026-07-24 07:27:56

Fantastic 5.0

recommended hotel if you visit Laos, good staff service , clean room, good breakfast, close to city, free shuttle to town area

Eastin Hotel Vientiane

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2026-10-17 09:59:32

Fantastic 5.0

I had a very leasant stay at this hotel. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. The hotel staff were friendly and helpful throughout my stay. The hotel was in a convenient location and easy to access. The service was professional and efficient. Overall, I was very satisfied with my stay and would recommend this hotel to others. I would be happy to stay here again on my next trip.

DoubleTree by Hilton Vientiane

Klook User

2026-10-15 19:52:16

Great 4.0

Free water and kitchen. Kind staffs. Overall very nice place to stay. highly recommend.

TT Hostel

Chien *****

2026-05-25 09:44:24

Fantastic 5.0

The day trip was well organised. The tour guide was great, friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. He speaks English fluently

Vangvieng Climbing & Ballon Area (Departure from Vientiane)

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2026-07-27 11:15:56

Fantastic 5.0

The half day trip of Vientiane was excellent and I would like to thank P’Punch for his informative discussions about the history of the city.

Must visit half day tour in Vientiane

Awilda *********

2026-09-20 08:22:18

Fantastic 5.0

Had a wonderful tour with Jik. Very pleasant, knowledgeable and caring guide. Was awesome spending morning with her showing me Vientiane sights.

Vientiane Temples and City Highlights Private Tour

Israel ********

2026-08-29 10:31:34

Fantastic 5.0

This is highly recommended to maximize your stay in Vientiane with English speaking guide, Nam, who is so knowledgeable about the rich history of Lao. Itinerary is so manageable, with memorable temples, activities, history!

Vientiane Buddha Park & Patuxay Full-Day Tour

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2026-08-05 16:22:48

Fantastic 5.0

Thom and Jik are the best. They really did their best to give me the best experience in Vientiane Tour. Amazing and kind people. Thank u from the Philippines❤️🙏

Laos Traditional Costume Photo Tour in Vientiane

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2026-08-14 10:47:06

Fantastic 5.0

The guide, the driver and the itinerary were all perfect, and we were able to explore Vang Vieng very efficiently. I highly recommend this adventure tour 🎵😊

Vangvieng with Cave Kayak & Zipline (departure from Vientiane)

Local weather

℉℃

DEC - FEB
29°14°
MAR - MAY
34°21°
JUN - AUG
31°24°
SEP - NOV
31°20°

General info

Time zone
GMT +07:00
No time difference
Currency
Lao Kip
1TWD = 692.51LAK
Official languages
Lao
Best time to visit
NOV
Bun That Luang
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
11 hours
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Vientiane Prefecture

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