Laos has a handful of markets that travellers love: handicraft night markets in Luang Prabang and Vientiane, and morning food markets. This guide links to every listing in our Laos Night Markets collection.
Hours differ by source, so check locally.
Luang Prabang
- Luang Prabang Night Market is the evening handicraft market on the main road.
- Luang Prabang Morning Market is the early-morning produce and breakfast market.
Vientiane
- Vientiane Riverside Night Market is on the Mekong promenade.
- Talat Sao is the central morning market.
Practical tips
- Cash: carry small notes in kip.
- Bargaining: polite haggling is normal.
- Handicrafts: look for Hmong textiles and quilts.
- Photo credits: see our photo credits.
Browse the full Laos Night Markets collection, or compare with our Thailand night markets guide.