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Luang Prabang is a small but vibrant town in the heart of mountainous Northern Laos. Luang Prabang is located at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, and is one of the most popular destinations in Laos as most travelers use it as the first or last stop in the country before going to/from Thailand.

Backpacking Luang Prabang is very popular with people traveling through the country and you’ll see a lot of backpackers here (you’ll also see lots of people here but it is a prime spot for backpacking.)

For a small town, there’s a lot to see and do. With its 33 temples, streets filled with French colonial architecture, bustling night markets, to river tours and waterfalls, you can fill a lot of time.

It’s an easy place to get “stuck.” I came here for three days and spent a week here (and probably could have spent another week). You can spend your days relaxing by the river, in cafes, or at the nearby Kung Si waterfalls (which is worth multiple visits).

Or take a Lao cooking class and perfect the art of laap, meet the monks, and visit the Buddha Caves.

Whatever you want to do, this travel guide to Luang Prabang will give you the best places to visit, tell you how to save money, how to get around, give you costs, and help you plan the best trip to this town!

Top 5 Things to See and Do in Luang Prabang
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The Buddha Caves (Pak Ou Caves) hold over 6,000 Buddha statues that the locals still use for worship. To get there you’ll take a scenic 16-mile (25-kilometer) boat trip up the Mekong River. From there, you’re able to explore the two main caves on foot. It’s about 20,000 LAK ($2.30 USD) to enter the caves, and a shared boat will cost 65,000 LAK ($7.50 USD) round-trip.

While the Royal Palace (Haw Kham) is no longer a residence, it’s a wonderful museum that houses many items of historical and cultural importance. The current palace was built for King Sisavang Vong in 1904, in French and Lao architectural style, after the Black Flag Army destroyed the former palace. Entry to the museum is 30,000 LAK ($3.45 USD).

Mount Phousi is Luang Prabang’s highest hill, and the climb up its 300 stairs is worth it for the views over the countryside and the Mekong River. There’s a golden Buddhist shrine named Wat Chomsi at the top that dates back to 1804, and a small concession stand for snacks and drinks. It’s a incredible spot to watch the sunset.

Sitting back and watching the vivid sunsets over the Mekong River is one of the best ways to enjoy your time in Luang Prabang. The many restaurants along the riverfront offer plenty of opportunity to do so (the Riverside Sunset Bar is a particularly laid-back spot).

While one of the most popular attractions in the area (try to avoid the weekends when the locals crowd the area too), the Kuang Si Falls was one most breathtaking things I saw in Laos. Definitely do not miss this place. Admission is 20,000 LAK ($2.50 USD), and a tuk-tuk from Luang Prabang will cost 30,000-40,000 LAK ($3.50-4.60 USD).

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