Vientiane — time and weather
Vientiane is a city in Laos, in the Asia/Vientiane time zone. This page shows the current local time in Vientiane and the current weather: temperature, precipitation and wind speed.
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About the time in Vientiane
Local time in Vientiane is based on the Asia/Vientiane time zone. Daylight saving time, where it applies in this region, is handled automatically. The current offset from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is shown next to the clock. The time on this page updates every second and is synced with your device clock.
About the country and city
City population≈ 950,000 people
Country languagesLao
CurrencyLao kip (₭, LAK)
Laos is a landlocked Southeast Asian country with the Mekong, the temples of Luang Prabang and a relaxed pace.
More about the country: Laos →What to see in Vientiane
Sights and historical places
- Pha That Luang, the golden stupa that is Laos's foremost national symbol.
- The Patuxai victory arch in the city centre, with panoramic views from its upper terrace.
- Wat Sisaket, the oldest surviving temple in Vientiane, with thousands of Buddha images.
- Buddha Park (Xieng Khuan), with whimsical concrete sculptures of deities beside the Mekong River.
Museums
- The COPE Visitor Centre tells the story of unexploded-ordnance survivors and rehabilitation in Laos.
- Haw Phra Kaew, a former royal temple that is now a collection of Buddhist art and statues.
- The Lao National Museum, with displays on the country's history and revolution.
Where to spend time
- The evening night market on the Mekong riverfront, with food, souvenirs and sunsets.
- A walk or bike ride along the Mekong promenade on the border with Thailand.
- A relaxing Lao herbal massage and sauna offered at some Buddhist temples.
Local cuisine
Try larb and sticky rice, the Lao baguette sandwich 'khao jee pate' (a French legacy) and tropical fruit at the Mekong night market.