Things to do in Vientiane
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Tours & day trips
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Vang Vieng: Tham Nangfar and Tham Nam Day Tour with Kayaking
Private & custom tours
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Laos’ Leaders and Legends: A Self-Guided tour of Vientiane
Food, drink & nightlife
See all 4 activitiesVang Vieng: Tham Nangfar and Tham Nam Day Tour with Kayaking
Cruises & boat tours
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Full Day Phou Khao Khouay Experience
Water activities
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What to do in Vientiane
Popular places to visit
Pha That Luang
Find out about the history of Vientiane with a stop at Pha That Luang. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Patuxay
Find out about the history of Vientiane with a stop at Patuxay. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Mekong Riverside Park
Explore the great outdoors at Mekong Riverside Park, a lovely green space in Vientiane. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Wat Si Saket
Find out about the history of Vientiane when you take a trip to Wat Si Saket. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
That Dam
You can find out about the history of Vientiane when you stop by That Dam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Wat Si Muang
You can find out about the history of Vientiane with a trip to Wat Si Muang. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Chao Fa Ngum Statue
Learn about the local history of Vientiane when you spend time at Chao Fa Ngum Statue. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Ban Anou Night Market
During your visit to Vientiane, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ban Anou Night Market. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out its cycling trails.
Talat Sao
During your trip to Vientiane, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Talat Sao. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out its cycling trails.
Areas of Vientiane
Chinatown
While Chinatown isn't home to many top sights, Ban Anou Night Market and Mekong Riverside Park are some notable places to visit nearby.