Vientiane travel guide
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You're Going to Love Vientiane
With 196,731 inhabitants, Vientiane is the most populous city in Laos. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Vientiane deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Vientiane
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Vientiane in April, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17 °C, with an average temperature of 22 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 120 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Vientiane, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.
How to Get to Vientiane
Plane
When flying to Vientiane, you’ll arrive at Vientiane Wattay (VTE), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Vientiane from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 2h 50m.
Train
The train station in Vientiane is called Vientiane Thanaleng Station, and is located 8 miles from the city centre.
Bus
The most popular bus station is Vientiane Keo Black Noodle Restaurant, located 0.8 miles from the city centre of Vientiane. Vientiane Vientiane South Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 6 miles from the city centre.
Airports near Vientiane
Airlines serving Vientiane
Where to stay in Vientiane
From 5-star hotels such as the Crowne Plaza Vientiane to great affordable options like the City Inn Vientiane, Vientiane offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 47 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 126 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Villa Sisavad Guesthouse and Moonlight Champa.
Where to stay in popular areas of Vientiane
Most booked hotels in Vientiane
Hiring a car in Vientiane
Expect to pay S$ 2.06 per litre in Vientiane (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 24.72 and S$ 32.95. The most frequently booked car type in Vientiane is Compact (Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.