Luang Prabang pricesTypical travel costs & cost of living in Luang Prabang
Median prices travelers actually see in Luang Prabang, in local LAK and US dollars (updated 2025-10-01). Use them to plan your daily budget.
Typical prices in Luang Prabang by category
| Category | Typical (LAK) | Typical (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Lodging | 219,410 LAK | $10.00 |
| Attractions | 30,000 LAK | $1.37 |
| Food | 21,000 LAK | $0.96 |
| Shopping | 30,000 LAK | $1.37 |
What things cost in Luang Prabang
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre · admission | 30,000 LAK · $1.37 |
| Buy a one way ticket | 45,000 LAK · $2.09 |
| including a decent breakfast | 658,230 LAK · $30.00 |
| Triple room | 50,000 LAK · $2.28 |
| Bunthan Guesthouse · stay | 120,000 LAK · $5.47 |
| hour massage | 150,000 LAK · $6.95 |
| Khao Soi Street Stall · meal | 35,000 LAK · $1.60 |
| Allows ATM withdrawal multiple times | 2,000,000 LAK · $91.15 |
| one way | 45,000 LAK · $2.05 |
| Aperol Spritz and wine | 50,000 LAK · $2.28 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Luang Prabang expensive for travelers?
- Luang Prabang prices below show typical (median) costs by category in LAK and USD, so you can judge for your budget.
- How much does food cost in Luang Prabang?
- See the "Food" row in the table for the typical meal price in Luang Prabang.
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Prices are medians of crowd-sourced + open-licence observations for travel planning, not official statistics. Actual prices vary by venue and season.