Luang Prabang Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)

New coffee shop( Zurich Cafe )

Address - Ban Aphay, Kingkitsarath road, Luang prabang, Laos. Ambiance/Facilities - Relaxing atmosphere, outdoor sitting, great tea, nice coffee( illy cafe) Highlights - Hot tea and Illy cafe. Rating - 🌟🌟🌟🌟 #MyTripVlog #cafe

Norasing guesthouse

Address - Ban Phakham, Sisavang Vong Road, Luang prabang old town, Laos. Ambiance/Facilities - A convenient location, budget guesthouse with comfortable amenities and great atmosphere with surrounding by tourists attractions Highlights - Large and comfortable bed, private bathroom with hot shower. Rating - 🌟🌟🌟 #MyTripVlog

Wat Naluang

Getting There - Ban Na Luang, Road 13, Luang prabang Laos 🇱🇦 Attractions - Historic site, Buddhist art school, Mural painting art, religious buildings #mytripvlog

Sanakeo boutique

Address - Phone pheang, Vao Road, Luang Prabang, Laos Ambiance/Facilities - Convenient location, beautiful and great room space, hot bathtub, comfortable bedroom. Highlights - Great swimming pool, hot bathtub, and friendly staff. Rating - 🌟🌟🌟 #mytripvlog #luangprabang #familytravel

A spiritual beauty of Wat Xieng Thong

Step into a realm of tranquility as you enter this exquisite Buddhist temple. Admire the intricate gilded stupa, stunning mosaics, and ornate carvings that adorn the temple's structures. The peaceful atmosphere and lush surroundings create a sense of serenity. Discover the spiritual essence of Luang Prabang at Wat Xieng Thong, a place of beauty and reverence. Remember to keep silent and peace when entrance inside the temples. One more note, entrance fee is required at the gate.

A majestic temple from the 16th century!

It’s just overwhelming enough for me to see a temple built in the 16 century. You’ll really enjoy the temples here in Luang Prabang , The city is between the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, and according to UNESCO, contains some of "the most sophisticated Buddhist temples in Southeast Asia." Luang Prabang was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. You’ll also get to take a number of very nice shots here in Wat Xieng Thong.

Golden stupas at Wat Xienthong

The golden stupas situated on the northwest of Wat Xienthong, it was an amazing architecture, decorated by colorful Mosaics which looks like gem. This stupas is originally to put the bone of Buddha, but it is really a long history to tell. #mytripvlog #buddhism

Wat Xieng Thong

Wat Xieng Thong is one of the most important religious, archeological and historical temples in Luang Prabang. Getting there is pretty easy as it is located not far from downtown so it could be a 20 minutes walk if you are in downtown or max 8 - 10 min by car. The recommended sightseeing time is between one to two hours. The temple is really well preserved and is a pleasure to see in person. This is an impressive building extensively decorated both inside and outside with great amount of details. This site is famous as an important gathering place for significant annual festivities. It opens to the public everyday from 8am to 5pm. #createwithtrip #laos #holidays #exploring #createwithtrip

Tasty at Bouang Restarant

Bouang Restaurant: Address- Ban Xiengkuan, Sisavang Vong Road, Luangprabang, laos Buaong Restaurant situated on Sisavang vong Road in the luang Prabang old town, where is only 100 meters from Hmong Market, Mekong river and Royal Museum. Bouang is a small restaurant which serves delicious local foods, drinks and international food, fast food, the most hot menus for their fast food is Black Burgers 🍔 and all food are tasty, the shop is just next to the walking street where the Most popular place for tourists, great atmosphere of the Unesco town. #bucketlistreboot #luangprabang #foodie#restaurant

Tasting a tasty handmade ice Cream

Gelato Deal Lao Ice cream and coffee shop. Address- Sisavang Vong Road, Luangprabang, laos Gelato Deal Lao is popular for Handmade ice cream In Luang Prabang city town, situated in the middle of old town, near night market, Phousi Hill. They have a great design and colorful decoration, nice atmosphere, but inly a little bit small. They serve coffee, ice cream. The coffee was great, nice aroma, fresh bakery 🥯 and always great for breakfast. Highlights: Friendly staffs and good coffee, tasty ice cream. Open Hours: 9:00am - 10:00pm #bucketlistreboot#luangprabang #laos #ice Cream #coffeeshop

Be yourself and enjoy your steak

#grouptravel Yuni Yupoun Restarant Located in the middle of Luang Prabang old town, situated on the main Sisavang road, at the end of Hmong market, 100m aways from Royal palace. The restaurant is pretty small with charming atmosphere, very chic decorated in a small lots. They are popular with their pirme location, Delicious steak with tasty sauce plus some cold drinks and just simply enjoy the food and watching those tourists walking around in the night market areas. Again, their menu is fairly large options such as Lao, Thai, Indian and also western food. When I was there, they open only 16:00 to 22:00: Address: Xiengmuan village, Sisavang Vong Rd, Luang Prabang, Laos. #foodie #walkingstreet

Lay-back at Sinouk cafe

Cafe Sinouk Luang Prabang branch is located in Ban Xiengmuan, Sisavangvong road, Luang Prabang old town, Laos. Sinouk coffee have launched their second branch in luang prabnag which the original coffee from Pakxong, southern part of Laos. The shop is a great place for relaxing and get a great coffee, come seats which one of the destination for for local and foreigner’s coffee drinker. Highlights: Great place to meet and chatting, breakfast and can dine- in, takeways. Daily open hours: 7:30 am- 5:30 pm Close on Thursday: Avg price is 20,000- 25,000 kip for hot drink #cafe#foodie#stayaction

Phousi Hill: An enchanting summit of serenity

Ascending Phousi Hill, a magical adventure unfolds, leading to a captivating panorama of Luang Prabang's beauty. This iconic hilltop offers more than just breathtaking views; it's a journey into the heart of Laos' rich culture and spirituality. The climb begins with a charming path lined with sacred temples, ancient statues, and tranquil gardens. As you ascend, the sight of the Mekong River and Nam Khan River converging creates a poetic union of waterways below. Atop the hill, Wat Chom Si awaits, a temple revered for its golden stupa that glimmers against the sky. The spiritual atmosphere invites moments of reflection and reverence. The sunset from Phousi Hill is an ethereal spectacle. As the sun dips below the horizon, the sky transforms into a canvas of vivid colors, painting the town and surrounding landscapes with a warm glow. Phousi Hill is an enchanting experience that captures the essence of Luang Prabang's charm. Whether for sunrise or sunset, each moment spent here is a poetic encounter with nature and spirituality. The mesmerizing vistas, spiritual ambiance, and cultural significance make Phousi Hill a must-visit destination. Embrace the magic, breathe in the serenity, and let this hilltop treasure leave an indelible mark on your heart. #luangprabang #laostrip #phousihill

Here, there are no towering buildings, no crowded tourists, and no excessive commercialization. The flow of time seems to have slowed down, making it perfect for leisurely walks, daydreaming, and a few days of "lying flat" lifestyle. Phou Si Mountain is located in the center of Luang Prabang's old town area. It takes 15 minutes to climb to the top, where you can overlook the entire ancient city. Here, there is one of the eight most beautiful sunsets in Asia, with the evening glow and sunset. Legend has it that lovers who come here to watch the sunset together will stay together forever. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, then you must come to Wanrong. And Blue Lagoon is the most fun and joyful place in my mind to directly experience happiness in Wanrong. On the mountain next to it is the famous Tham Pha Kan cave, and the water inside the cave converges into a dreamy blue waterfall lake.

4- Historic site can't miss in heritage town

1. Royal Palace Address -  Ban Chumkhong, Sisavang Vong Road, Luang prabang, Laos. Highlights -  Historic landmark, Historic culture site, Old Royal Palace. Rating - ☆☆☆☆☆ 2.  Wat chumkhong Address -  Ban Chumkhong, Ounhuean Road, Luang Prabang City,Laos. Highlights -  Buddhist heritage buildings, Buddhist site. Rating - ☆☆☆☆☆ 3. Phousi mountain address- Sisavang vong Road, Luang prabang, Laos. Highlights- Buddhist historic site,Pillar of Luang prabang City, Buddhist culture. 4. Sisavang vong Road Address- Ban Phakham, Sisavang vong Road, Luang prabang, Laos. highlights- shopping store, street food, Night shop, restaurants, bars, cafes and historic Buildings. #mytripvlog

Phousi Hill

Absolutely beautiful up there for sunset as you will be able to see the panorama view of the city. It takes about 15 minutes to walk to the top of the mountain. The sunset is around 5:30 PM, so if you want to see the sunset, you need to check the time. One of the popular sightseeing places in Luang Prabang. Sunset watching is among the most famous activity on this gorgeous hill. #luangprabang #laos #couplestrip

Cruise trip on the Mekong

#bucketlistreboot We have a great experience with Somphoo cruise during our holiday in luang prabang. We took a cruise up steam on the Mekong river for sightseeing, It was amazing, beautiful landscapes along both sides of Mekong river, surrounded by small villages. The boat is great, pretty large, friendly staff and they have provided a drinks, foods which is really amazing. the boat drive up and down with 2 and half hours How to get the boat: direct to Ban Wat nong, khemkong road, Luang Prabang, Laos. Price: depending on how big groups you have #luangprabang #laos #cruise #mekongriver #nature

Dine-in on the Mekong riverside

Mekong sunset views restaurant. Address - Baan Xiangmuan, Chun khan Road, Luang Prabang, Laos. Ambiance/Facilities - Mekong Sunset view restaurant is one of a restaurant with a fantastic location on the Mekong riverside in the tip of peninsula, Luang Prabang. They serve local food and international cuisine, drinks with an affordable prices. Highlights - Coconut juices and the local spicy food are the most well know for local and foreigner tourists. It is a large terrace setting up under big tree on the Mekong riverside with a comfortable seats which is suitable for solo and tour group travelers. + accept credit card payment Rating - 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 #foodie#mekongriver#urbanexplorer

Sitting on the Mekong riverside with you cafe

Address - Wat Nong Village, Kingkitsarath Road, at the Tip of Peninsula, Luang Prabang, Laos. Ambiance/Facilities : DADA Coffee shop located in the middle of old town which easy to access there by foot and shop has an open-air seats where can sit outside under the tree overlooking Mekong River, good ambiance and surrounded by fantastic environment. They serve many kind of drinks and the coffee is local Lao coffee which Roasting by themselves and good quality. Highlights: Ice- Cappuccino, Open-air seats, Mekong river views, and friendly staff. *Noted: minimum food served in this coffee shop. Price for coffee starting from 18,000 - 30,000kip. Open from 6:30 am - 4:30pm Rating - 🌟🌟🌟🌟 #foodie#cafe#mekongriver#riverside

A boat trip on the Mekong River#luangprabang

We have arrived luangprabang for a week and we found some interesting trip on the Mekong river, so, we decided to hired a boat for 2 hours and haft for our Mekong river trip. We started at 5pm at the pier near War Xiengthong( private baot), heading to north after the Mekong bridge, a bridge for railway, and then we returned back to old town, on the way back you can have a beautiful view of the sunset which you can take as March as nice photos along way down, at the same we have some drink which which we brought from restaurants before get into boat. We were very enjoyed our trip which make a billion experiences and a lot of fun. Thw the price of this boat trip is 50$ expensive drink or food, so we have 6 people, then we spend only 8$+ per person for 2 and half hours#staycation#boattrip#mekongriver #beachlife