Beach near Vientiane, Laos

Vientiane Travel Guide

Laos

Vientiane is the capital of Laos, with a population of 693,594. It sits in central Laos on the Mekong, close to the country’s border with Thailand, and serves as the country’s main political and administrative centre.

Most international visitors arrive through Wattay International Airport (VTE), which serves the city. Vientiane is inland, and there are no notable beaches within 40 kilometres, so it is better suited to city sightseeing and exploring the surrounding region than to a beach holiday.

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Local time

693,594

Population

5,779 miles away

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Weather in Vientiane

Mon

30°

Tue

31°

Wed

32°

Know before you go

Pays in LAK

Plug type Type A & Type B & Type C & Type E & Type F (UK adapter needed)

Emergency 1191

Dial code +856

Tipping: Tipping is not expected in Laos, but it is increasingly appreciated, especially in tourist areas for good service. Small tips can go a long way.

Best time to visit Vientiane

Jan

27°2

Feb

30°2

Mar

33°5

Apr

36°7

May

34°24

Jun

31°27

Jul

31°27

Aug

31°27

Sep

30°29

Oct

31°16

Nov

30°5

Dec

28°0

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Things to do in Vientiane

  1. ວັດສີສະເກດ

    buddhist place of worship

    2.7 km

  2. วัดสีเมือง

    history museum

    3 km

  3. Kaysone Phomvihane Museum

    history museum

    3.6 km

  4. COPE Visitor Centre

    history museum

    2.4 km

  5. INSEE Residence

    historic site

    0.5 km

  6. 108Hill-Office & Residence

    historic site

    2 km

  7. Theppanya Premium Football Field

    stadium arena

    2.4 km

  8. Angkham Sports & Wellness Centre

    stadium arena

    2.6 km

Getting there

Wattay International Airport · 6.9 km

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