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Guide to lovely Luang Prabang, Laos
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items Luang Prabang, the cultural center in northern Laos, blew me away. Situated on the mighty Mekong River, this town is a patchwork quilt of beautiful nature, fresh food, and artisan shops. Laos has put effort to make this town BEAUTIFUL and classy. My ...
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Transportation -- how to get there
Where to stay
What to do
Where to eat
Travel guides
Transportation -- how to get there
I flew from Bangkok to Luang Prabang
Cheap Flights from Bangkok to Luang Prabang - AirAsia
another popular way to get there from Thailand
Slow Boat To Luang Prabang, Laos: How To Survive! 2025
taxi app used in Laos
The largest 24 hrs ride-hailing and taxi in Laos - LOCA Laos
motorbike rental
Motorcycle Rental | Bike Rental Laos | Lao ADV Tours
Where to stay
one of the best homestay experiences of my life, right in the middle of town
Mali House, Luang Prabang (updated prices 2025)
another great hotel stay option
Kiridara Luang Prabang
another great hotel stay option
The Belle Rive Boutique Hotel: Home
another great option on where to stay in Luang Prabang
My Dream Boutique Resort
What to do
iconic waterfalls, so beautiful. you can swim here, go early to avoid crowds. I drove a motorbike here
Kuang Si Falls
A little outside of town. They have a Living Crafts Center where local women weave in ethical practices to support themselves. I believe it’s a nonprofit, and the grounds are absolutely stunning! I loved walking around watching the women work, and le...
Ock Pop Tok Mekong Villa
Rent a bicycle and hop on the local boat (across the street from the Laos Royal Palace) to the other side of the Mekong. It costs 20 kip and on the other side you’ll find the stunning Pottery House where you can take classes, as well as hidden temple...
Lao Pottery House
Go on a sunset river cruise on the Mekong River. This was absolutely the highlight of my trip in Luang Prabang. We used the Khopfa Mekong Cruise, which in my opinion is the best option. Book in advance and feel the peace of gliding on the water as th...
Khopfa Mekong Cruise
Where to eat
Khaiphaen is my favorite restaurant in Luang Prabang, which is a high honor because all the food is so freaking delicious! This is a special Laotian restaurant, as they have a training program for young people and their mission is really inspiring. A...
Khaiphaen
Bouang Asian Eatery has wonderful French-inspired Asian dishes. The veggie burger is to-die for! And the drinks are fabulous as well. It’s a bit more expensive, 100k-300k kip, but worth it. I love sitting outside on the comfy couch people-watching.
BOUANG, Luang Prabang - Restaurant Reviews, Photos ...
Le Banneton Cafe French Bakery bakes the best croissant I’ve had in Southeast Asia. Soooo buttery and flaky and fresh. Only 25k too. I had one every day! It’s at the end of the main street with beautiful artisan shops, so take a stroll and treat your...
Le Banneton Cafe - Luang Prabang Restaurants - Tripadvisor
Cafe del Mundo is a hidden gem in LP! The veggie breakfast is so fresh and filling. Farm-to-table ingredients. My stomach was so happy after eating the balanced meal. Around 100k meals.
Café Del Mundo Menu | Order Online on foodpanda Laos
U-like-Ice-cream is a bit outside the city but has yummy local ice cream! If you want to see how the locals live, sit in this shop for an hour. My favorite was the mango! Super cheap as well, like 15k.
U.Like ice cream in Laos Map - Virtlo
Viva Pasta is the place that Andy took us for Christmas Eve dinner. A local Lao woman runs this small restaurant hidden in the hills behind the night market. The pasta is so fresh and SO cheap. Such a great find. I think it’s 50k-70k per dish for fre...
Viva Pasta - Laos has reopened! And Viva Pasta is OPEN!
Travel guides
my travel guide to Luang Prabang
Gracie’s Guide to Lovely Luang Prabang, Laos | Gracies Guide
my guide to Nong Khiaw, Laos
Gracie’s Guide to Beautiful Nong Khiaw, Laos (2025) | Gracies Guide
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