4-Hour Luang Prabang Colonial Architecture Tour through Historic Streets

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the backstreets of Luang Prabang through its French colonial heritage
• 02 Learn the story behind one of the finest French buildings still standing
• 03 See the French school, the headmaster's house, and the old police station
• 04 Visit the French hospital, a wealthy Chinese merchant's house, and former royal residences

Discover the colonial architecture of Luang Prabang on this 4-hour tour through the city's backstreets. Learn about French colonial-era buildings of historical and architectural significance, including the site of one of the finest French buildings still standing and its role in Luang Prabang's trade history. See the French school, the headmaster's house, the old police station, the French hospital, the home of a wealthy Chinese merchant, and residences once owned by the royal family.

Explore the backstreets of Luang Prabang and get introduced to French colonial-era buildings of historical importance and architectural significance.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Luang Prabang

Languages English, Lao, Thai

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Luang Prabang Colonial Architecture Walk

• Meet your tour guide at an agreed-upon location in Luang Prabang and begin the tour.
• Explore the backstreets of Luang Prabang and get introduced to French colonial-era buildings of historical importance and architectural significance.
• Start at the site of one of the greatest French buildings still standing. Learn about the original purpose of this edifice and its significance to Luang Prabang's trade.
• See the French school, the headmaster's house, the old police station, the French hospital, the house of a wealthy Chinese merchant, and residences that once belonged to the royal family.
• Head back to your hotel or accommodation at the end of the tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking Luang Prabang tour guide

• Entrance fees

• Drinking water

What's Not Included

• Meals

Know before you go

• 27 USD per adult (group of 4 people).
• 82 USD per group (1 person).
• 92 USD per group (2 people).
• 99 USD per group (3 people).

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Luang Prabang, Laos

Tour start

Luang Prabang, Laos

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.