Vientiane

Vientiane, Laos’ capital, is a calm and engaging city where traditional culture meets gentle urban life and fresh creative energy.

• Lao Arts Museum: Discover traditional and contemporary Lao art in this striking cultural landmark, opened in 2025, featuring woodcarvings, ceremonial masks, textiles and modern works by local artists.
• Wat Sisaket: Explore Vientiane’s oldest surviving temple, with its peaceful teak‑covered cloisters and thousands of miniature Buddha statues.
• Wat Phra Keo: Visit the former royal temple that once housed the Emerald Buddha, now a museum showcasing Lao and Khmer religious art.
• Pha That Luang: Marvel at Laos’ most sacred stupa, its golden spire gleaming in the sunlight, a symbol of national pride and Buddhist devotion.
• Patuxai Monument: Ascend Vientiane’s distinctive victory monument for panoramic views over tree-lined boulevards and the Mekong beyond.
• Mekong Riverside + Talat Sao Market: Stroll the riverfront at sunset, soak up the relaxed atmosphere, and browse local crafts and food at the bustling market.
• Buddha Park (Xieng Khuan): Take a short trip outside the city to see over 200 Buddhist and Hindu sculptures, including a giant reclining Buddha, in a whimsical garden setting.