

Things to do in Luang Prabang
Quick answer
What are the best things to do in Luang Prabang?
Outty ranks 263 bookable experiences in Luang Prabang, Laos. The highest scoring is Luang Prabang: Cruise to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfalls at 94 out of 100, followed by Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings, FULL DAY – Kuang Si Waterfall, Kayak on the Nam Ou / Mekong River, Pak Ou Caves, Luang Prabang City Tour & Kuang Si Waterfalls. Prices start at $5 per person and 1 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club.
- Ranked experiences
- 263
- In the 90+ Club
- 1
- From
- $5 per person
- Bookable today
- 120
Top tour operators in Luang Prabang
The companies behind the experiences, ranked by how much of Luang Prabang they cover.
taxiGo Limo Airport Service
1250 experiences across 304 cities
Traveling Spoon
283 experiences across 116 cities
Asia Tour Booking
202 experiences across 22 cities
Hoi An Express Travel
150 experiences across 11 cities
SmartRyde
131 experiences across 67 cities
BCFamilyTour.com
125 experiences across 14 cities
Asian Trails LTD
116 experiences across 24 cities
Dragon Tourist
87 experiences across 14 cities
Most Popular in Luang Prabang
The experiences travelers book most right now.
Most Highly Reviewed in Luang Prabang
Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

Luang Prabang: Cruise to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfalls

Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

FULL DAY – Kuang Si Waterfall, Kayak on the Nam Ou / Mekong River, Pak Ou Caves
Last Minute in Luang Prabang
Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

Luang Prabang: Cruise to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfalls

Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

FULL DAY – Kuang Si Waterfall, Kayak on the Nam Ou / Mekong River, Pak Ou Caves

Luang Prabang City Tour & Kuang Si Waterfalls

Laos Buffalo Dairy Tours Interact, Learn and Taste Fresh Flavors

Full Day Trek to Kuang Si Waterfalls, Remote Village
Family Friendly in Luang Prabang
Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

FULL DAY – Kuang Si Waterfall, Kayak on the Nam Ou / Mekong River, Pak Ou Caves

Laos Buffalo Dairy Tours Interact, Learn and Taste Fresh Flavors

Full day / Half Day Kayaking and Pak Ou Caves with optional sunset cruise

Luang Prabang Mekong Sunset Cruise and Hot Pot Dinner

Traditional Market Tour and Private Laotian Cooking Class with a Local

Cook Like a Local in Luang Prabang
Food & Drink in Luang Prabang
Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

Luang Prabang: Cruise to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfalls

Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

Laos Buffalo Dairy Tours Interact, Learn and Taste Fresh Flavors

Prabang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

Day-time Bamboo weaving & Cooking Classes join-in

Living Land Rice Farming Experience
Culture & History in Luang Prabang
Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

Luang Prabang: Cruise to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfalls

Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

Luang Prabang City Tour & Kuang Si Waterfalls

Laos Buffalo Dairy Tours Interact, Learn and Taste Fresh Flavors

Full Day Trek to Kuang Si Waterfalls, Remote Village

Small Group Half Day Luang Prabang city tour
Outdoors in Luang Prabang
Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Luang Prabang: Cruise to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfalls

FULL DAY – Kuang Si Waterfall, Kayak on the Nam Ou / Mekong River, Pak Ou Caves

Full Day Trek to Kuang Si Waterfalls, Remote Village

Living Land Rice Farming Experience

Day Trip to Kuang Si Waterfalls

Full day / Half Day Kayaking and Pak Ou Caves with optional sunset cruise
Nightlife in Luang Prabang
After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

Evening Bamboo weaving & Cooking classes join-in

Luang Prabang Evening Food Tour by Tuk-Tuk

Luang Prabang Mekong Sunset Cruise and Hot Pot Dinner

Luang Prabang Alms Giving and Kuang Si Waterfall Private Tour

Luang Prabang Temples, Royal Palace & Night Market Private Tour
Highest rated in Luang Prabang
The top of the Outty Ranking across 263 local experiences
- 1Luang Prabang: Cruise to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfalls9h • from $4494.3
- 2Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings3h • from $4586.3
- 3FULL DAY – Kuang Si Waterfall, Kayak on the Nam Ou / Mekong River, Pak Ou Caves8.5h • from $4385.5
- 4Luang Prabang City Tour & Kuang Si Waterfalls12h • from $4483.1
- 5Laos Buffalo Dairy Tours Interact, Learn and Taste Fresh Flavors40h • from $1481.9
- 6Full Day Trek to Kuang Si Waterfalls, Remote Village9h • from $5280.5
- 7Prabang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings3h • from $4580.5
- 8Small Group Half Day Luang Prabang city tour4h • from $3078.2
- 9Day-time Bamboo weaving & Cooking Classes join-in4h • from $4477.7
- 10Living Land Rice Farming Experience5h • from $6477.2
- 11Day Trip to Kuang Si Waterfalls7.5h • from $2976.2
- 12Full day / Half Day Kayaking and Pak Ou Caves with optional sunset cruise6h • from $3675.4
People also ask
What are the top 15 things to do in Luang Prabang?
Our ranked guide lists the 15 best experiences in Luang Prabang with prices, time needed and quick picks for families, rainy days and last-minute plans. Read the answer
Planning questions about Luang Prabang
- What are the best things to do in Luang Prabang?
- Luang Prabang: Cruise to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfalls is the highest ranked experience in Luang Prabang, scoring 94 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 1,961 traveler reviews. Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings, FULL DAY – Kuang Si Waterfall, Kayak on the Nam Ou / Mekong River, Pak Ou Caves, Luang Prabang City Tour & Kuang Si Waterfalls, Laos Buffalo Dairy Tours Interact, Learn and Taste Fresh Flavors round out the top five. Outty ranks 263 bookable experiences in Luang Prabang, Laos, and 1 of them score 90 or above.
- How much do activities in Luang Prabang cost?
- The median price across everything we rank in Luang Prabang is $64 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $5 on Luang Prabang to Train Station Shared Minivan Ticket Or Private. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
- Can I book something in Luang Prabang for today?
- Yes. 120 of the top 120 experiences we rank in Luang Prabang currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
- Is Luang Prabang good for families?
- Yes. 11 of the experiences we rank in Luang Prabang are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
- How many days do you need in Luang Prabang?
- Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
- When is the best time to visit Luang Prabang?
- Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
- Can I cancel a booking in Luang Prabang?
- 103 of the 120 experiences we rank in Luang Prabang offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
- How does the Outty Ranking work?
- Every experience in Luang Prabang gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Luang Prabang so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.

