About
Laos' chill capital, perfect for a day of temples, markets, and sunset views.
Why go
- Laid-back charm
- Calm capital city
- Underrated capital moving at a slow pace
Must try
- Pha That Luang
- Patuxai Monument
- Buddha Park
- COPE Visitor's Centre
- Night market
Pro tips
- Take a 3-hour drive from Vientiane
- One day is enough
- Take a van transfer from Vientiane
- One night max
- Fly in to avoid dangerous roads
Good to know
- Not much to do
- Cash is king, not many places take card
- Hostel filled with people doing visa runs
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