Lao National Museum, Vientiane

Name: Lao National Museum
Address: Samsenthai Rd, Vientiane, Laos

#10 among attractions in Vientiane

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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. The museum, which was originally built in 1925 as the French governor's residence, presents the history of Laos, highlighting the Laotian people's struggle to free the country from foreign occupiers and imperialist forces. It is located on Samsenthai road, opposite the Cultural Hall. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 17°57'53"N, 102°36'25"E

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Samsenthai RdVientiane Laos

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Day trips

Lao National Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.5 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Talat Sao Mall, Vientiane
12 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...
0.9 miNE
Landmark arch and war memorial
Patuxai, Vientiane
23 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...
~1260 ftNE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Laos National Stadium, Vientiane
7 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...
~1510 ftE
Temple with thousands of Buddha figures
Wat Si Saket, Vientiane
8 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.
~1360 ftSE
Palace
Presidential Palace, Vientiane
7 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.
0.4 miSE
Ex-Buddhist temple, now a museum and shop
Haw Phra Kaew, Vientiane
11 min walk • 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.
~1470 ftE
Pagoda, Buddhist architecture, Monuments and statues
That Dam, Vientiane
8 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.
0.8 miSE
Busy Buddhist temple dating to 1563
Wat Si Muang, Vientiane
21 min walk • Wat Si Muang or Simuong is a Buddhist temple in Vientiane, the capital of Laos.
~1090 ftW
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Wat Ong Teu, Vientiane
6 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.
0.6 miE
Church
Sacred Heart Cathedral, Vientiane
15 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.
~350 ftE
17°57'52"N • 102°36'29"E
Nam Phou, Vientiane
2 min walk • Square, Fountain, Park

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lao National Museum?

Nearby attractions include Nam Phou, Vientiane (2 min walk), National Library of Laos, Vientiane (3 min walk), Wat Ong Teu, Vientiane (6 min walk), Presidential Palace, Vientiane (7 min walk).

How to get to Lao National Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lao National Museum:

Bus

Central Bus Station CBS-1 (14 min walk)
Central Bus Station CBS-2 (15 min walk)