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Luang Prabang, Laos
Laos

Luang Prabang

The municipality is located in north-central Laos

21°C · this month$1,300/mo53,792305 m2 missions from 2 countries
Photo: Shelly Zohar · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Live & travel in Luang Prabang

Monthly budget
$1,300/mo
Prices vs USA: 29%
Exchange rate
1 USD = 22,318.38 LAK
US travel advisory
Level 2
travel.state.gov
Internet access
66%
of people online
Air quality
26
PM2.5 (µg/m³)
Official languages
Lao
Emergency
190 · 195 · 191
Plug types
Schuko, Europlug, Type E
Calling code
+856

Estimate for a remote worker (rent + living) from World Bank price levels. Capitals can be higher. · US travel advisory: Jul 27, 2026

Climate by month

Temperature °CRain mm
0°10°20°30°40°35°Jan36°Feb38°Mar40°Apr41°May38°Jun37°Jul37°Aug36°Sep36°Oct35°Nov32°Dec
Best months:JanuaryFebruaryMarchJuneJulySeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember

NASA POWER monthly climatology ·Humidity: 71%

Embassies & consulates in Luang Prabang

2 missions from 2 countries

Where to eat in Luang Prabang

Restaurants and cafés
Bars and nightlife
  • Hive Bar

    Phousi Rd

Source and corrections: Wikivoyage guide to Luang Prabang · CC BY-SA 4.0

Restaurants, cafés and dishes in Laos

Frequently asked questions

Where can you eat in Luang Prabang?

The travel guide to Luang Prabang lists Nang Tao, Tamarind, Zurich Bread Artisan Bakery, La Silapa Italian & Lao Restaurant, and Saffron Caffè.

Is Luang Prabang safe for travellers?

The U.S. State Department currently rates Laos at Level 2. The national intentional-homicide rate is — per 100,000 people.

How much does it cost to live in Luang Prabang?

Roughly $1,300 per month for a remote worker, based on Laos price levels (29% of US prices).

What is the weather like in Luang Prabang in November?

In November Luang Prabang averages a high of 35°C, a low of 6°C and about 23 mm of rain.

Which embassies and consulates are in Luang Prabang?

2 diplomatic missions, including China (Consulate General) and Vietnam (Consulate General).

Cities in Laos

Sources: World Bank (CC BY 4.0), NASA POWER, U.S. Department of State, Wikidata (CC0), Wikimedia Commons, ExchangeRate-API.