About Pakse
Pakse is one of Laos's major cities, home to around 77,900 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Pakse
1
Ban Keosamphanh
2
Big Buddha
3
Dao Heuang Market
4
Champasak Historical Heritage Museum
5
Wat Luang
6
Wat Phabad
7
Tad Sae waterfall
Budget travel
Free things to do in Pakse
Dao Heuang Market
Tad Sae waterfall
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Ban Keosamphanh
- Visit Big Buddha
- Visit Dao Heuang Market
- Eat at Dornsokdee Restaurant
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Champasak Historical Heritage Museum
- Visit Wat Luang
- Visit Wat Phabad
- Eat at Lan Kham Noodle House
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Tad Sae waterfall
- Eat at Pho Khemkong
Where to eat
Dornsokdee Restaurant
Lan Kham Noodle House
Pho Khemkong
Samlee's Garden
Cafe Sinouk
Delta Coffee
Where to stay
- Lan Kham Hotel
- Sabaidy 2 Guesthouse
- Khamfong Sihavong Hotel
- Dao Vieng Hotel 2
- Lao Chaleun Hotel
Shopping
- BCEL Bank
- Lao Development Bank
- Morning Market
- Talat Dao Heuang
Nightlife
- Le Panorama
Museums & culture
- Champasak Historical Heritage Museum
In pictures
Pakse gallery
Keep exploring
