January in Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang in January. One of the best months to visit Luang Prabang. Typical daytime highs around 84°F (29°C).
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What to see
Start with the sights.
01What to seeMount Phou SiExplore →
A steep 100-meter hill in the center of Luang Prabang's old town, Mount Phou Si is crowned by the golden stupa of That Chomsi and reached by a stairway of more than 300 steps, rewarding the…
02What to seeRoyal Palace, Luang PrabangExplore →
The Royal Palace in Luang Prabang, Laos, was built in 1904 during the French colonial era for King Sisavang Vong and his family.
03What to seeWat Xieng ThongExplore →
Luang Prabang's most revered temple, Wat Xieng Thong was built in 1560 near the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers and is renowned for its low sweeping roofs, gilded wooden reliefs, and a striking…
04What to seeWat SenExplore →
Wat Sen also known as Wat Sene Souk Haram (ວັດແສນສຸກຂາຣາມ) is a Buddhist temple (wat), located in Luang Phrabang, Laos.
05What to seeKuang Si FallsExplore →
A multi-tiered waterfall cascading over limestone terraces into a series of brilliant turquoise pools about 45 minutes from Luang Prabang, Kuang Si is a popular day-trip swimming spot ringed by jungle, with a rescued Asiatic black…
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February in Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang in February. One of the best months to visit Luang Prabang. Typical daytime highs around 88°F (31°C).
November in Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang in November. One of the best months to visit Luang Prabang. Typical daytime highs around 86°F (30°C).
December in Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang in December. One of the best months to visit Luang Prabang. Typical daytime highs around 82°F (28°C).
Make a plan
Before you go.
Transport, fares & local advice
Getting there
Fly into Luang Prabang International (LPQ).
Know before you go
- Watch the dawn alms-giving respectfully and from a distance.
- Cool off at the turquoise Kuang Si waterfalls.
- Climb Mount Phousi for sunset over the Mekong.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Luang Prabang?
The best time to visit Luang Prabang is Nov–Feb, in Laos.
Where is Luang Prabang?
Luang Prabang is in Laos. The nearest major airport is Luang Prabang International (LPQ).
What is Luang Prabang known for?
Saffron monks and temples on the Mekong.
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Beyond the city