The places, most named first
From the 6 guides that rank for "best places to visit in laos"
Named by 5 of 61. Luang PrabangThe town is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and early morning alms giving by monks is a draw.It has over 30 temples and former palaces in old French colonial style.
Named by 5 of 62. VientianeThe capital is suggested as the place to start a Laos trip, with That Luang and Buddha Park.Patuxai, a monument built between 1957 and 1968, has a top floor with panoramic views of the city.
Named by 4 of 63. Kuang Si FallsWater drops 50 meters into turquoise pools where visitors can swim; it is a day trip from Luang Prabang.Visitors can hike to the top, swim in the pools and visit a bear sanctuary.
Named by 3 of 64. Vang ViengA mountain town of rivers, rice fields and limestone cliffs, about four hours from Vientiane.Once a party town, it is now known as the outdoor adventure capital of Laos.
Named by 3 of 65. Buddha ParkA religious sculpture park with more than 200 statues, including a 40-meter reclining Buddha.
Named by 2 of 66. Pak Ou CavesThousands of Buddha sculptures sit on a ledge above the Mekong River.It can be reached by boat trip from Luang Prabang.
Named by 2 of 67. Bolaven Plateau and Tad Fane WaterfallThe plateau near Pakse rises 1,000 to 1,350 metres and feeds the Tad Fane and Dong Hua Sao falls.Tad Fane twin falls drop over 100 metres into a gorge inside a national park with leopards and elephants.
Named by 2 of 68. Wat Xieng ThongThe most important and historic temple in Luang Prabang, at the meeting of the Nam Khan and Mekong rivers.A suggested stop on the first day in Luang Prabang.
Named by 2 of 69. Mount PhousiThe highest point in Luang Prabang town, with views over the temples and countryside.Crowds gather at the top for sunset.
Named by 2 of 610. Plain of JarsThousands of jars lie in open fields, tied to local history and legends.
Named by 2 of 611. That LuangIt is ranked as the most sacred monument in the country and appears on the national seal.
Named by 2 of 612. Wat Si SaketA temple from 1828 that survived the Siamese occupation, with more than 10,000 Buddha sculptures.
Named by 2 of 613. Vat PhouA ruined ancient Khmer temple and UNESCO site at the foot of Phou Kao Mountain.
14. Gibbon Experience, Ban HouayxayVisitors sleep in tree houses and wake up among gibbons.
15. BokeoA rural province on the Mekong with about 30 ethnic communities.
16. Kong Lor CaveVisitors take a boat ride through the cave to learn about its rock formations.
17. Four Thousand IslandsA boat ride among the islands at the southern tip of the country shows Mekong views.
18. Luang NamthaA place for forest trekking.
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When to go
Travel guides most often name November to February as the best time to visit Laos.
Questions people ask
- When to avoid Laos?
- The quietest months are May and September. Rainy season can disrupt road transport, and March and April bring crop-burning haze.
- When to avoid Laos?
- Haze from farm burning in March and April can aggravate breathing problems.
- What is the best time to visit Laos?
- Laos has a dry season from October to late April and a wet season from May to late September.
