Haw Phra Kaew, Vientiane

Name: Haw Phra Kaew
Address: หอพระแก้ว นครเวียงจันทน์, Vientiane, Laos

#8 among attractions in Vientiane

Buddhist architecture, Temple, History museum

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Haw Phra Kaew, also written as Ho Prakeo, Hor Pha Keo and other similar spellings, is a former temple in Vientiane, Laos. It is situated on Setthathirath Road, to the southeast of Wat Si Saket. It was first built in 1565 to house the Emerald Buddha, but has been rebuilt several times. The interior now houses a museum of religious art and a small shop. ()

Local name: ຫໍພະແກ້ວ Coordinates: 17°57'41"N, 102°36'43"E

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หอพระแก้ว นครเวียงจันทน์Vientiane Laos

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Day trips

Haw Phra Kaew – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Talat Sao Mall, Patuxai, Laos National Stadium, Wat Si Saket.

~1480 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Talat Sao Mall, Vientiane
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vientiane, the capital city of Laos, Talat Sao Mall presents a modern shopping experience in a locale that beautifully juxtaposes contemporary commerce with traditional Laotian life. Known as the Morning Market, this shopping centre is a hive of...
0.8 miNE
Landmark arch and war memorial
Patuxai, Vientiane
20 min walk • Patuxai, often referred to as the Arc de Triomphe of Vientiane, stands as a powerful memorial and one of the most iconic landmarks in the heart of Laos's capital city. This grandiose monument, whose name translates to "Victory Gate," is dedicated to those who fought...
0.5 miNW
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Laos National Stadium, Vientiane
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vientiane, the bustling capital city of Laos, stands the Laos National Stadium, a vibrant hub for sports and cultural events. As a premier sport venue, this stadium is a focal point for local and international gatherings, encapsulating the...
~710 ftNW
Temple with thousands of Buddha figures
Wat Si Saket, Vientiane
4 min walk • Wat Si Saket is a Buddhist wat in Vientiane, Laos. It is situated on Lan Xang Road, on the corner with Setthathirat Road, to the northwest of Haw Phra Kaew, which formerly held the Emerald Buddha.
~770 ftNW
Palace
Presidential Palace, Vientiane
4 min walk • The Presidential Palace is the official residence of the President of Laos, who, by convention, also holds the position of General Secretary of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party.
~1710 ftN
Pagoda, Buddhist architecture, Monuments and statues
That Dam, Vientiane
9 min walk • That Dam is a large stupa located in Vientiane, Laos. Many Laotians believe it is inhabited by a seven-headed nāga who tried to protect them from an invasion by the Siamese army in 1827.
0.4 miNW
Museum
Lao National Museum, Vientiane
11 min walk • The Lao National Museum is located in Vientiane, Laos. It was founded as the national museum highlighting the revolution of the 1970s and is located in a French colonial building. In 2007, the United States donated a grant to help develop the museum.
0.4 miSE
Busy Buddhist temple dating to 1563
Wat Si Muang, Vientiane
11 min walk • Wat Si Muang or Simuong is a Buddhist temple in Vientiane, the capital of Laos.
0.6 miNW
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Wat Ong Teu, Vientiane
16 min walk • Wat Ong Teu Mahawihan is one of many Buddhist monasteries in the city of Vientiane in Laos. This name is given to the temple due to the large, bronze Phra Ong Teu Buddha image that is in the temple: the largest Buddha in Vientiane.
~1040 ftE
Church
Sacred Heart Cathedral, Vientiane
6 min walk • The Sacred Heart Cathedral, also called Vientiane Cathedral, is the name given to a Roman Catholic cathedral in the city of Vientiane, the capital of Laos. The temple is situated at the Rue de la Mission and near the French Embassy in Laos.
1.4 miSE
17°56'43"N • 102°37'34"E
Wat Sokpaluang, Vientiane
37 min walk • Temple

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Haw Phra Kaew?

Nearby attractions include Wat Si Saket, Vientiane (4 min walk), Presidential Palace, Vientiane (4 min walk), Sacred Heart Cathedral, Vientiane (6 min walk), National Library of Laos, Vientiane (9 min walk).

How to get to Haw Phra Kaew by public transport?

The nearest stations to Haw Phra Kaew:

Bus

Central Bus Station CBS-2 (6 min walk)
Central Bus Station CBS-1 (7 min walk)