Royal Palace Museum, Luang Prabang
History Museum
ຫລວງພະບາງ
Ranked #2 for history museums in Luang Prabang
"grounds including outside the Wat"(2 Tips)
"At the main museum you'll need to put your camera in a locker."(2 Tips)
"Tranquil garden"(3 Tips)
"royal artefacts & palace"(6 Tips)
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Simple DiscoveriesJuly 20, 2016You can walk the grounds including outside the Wat for free - going inside is what will cost you. Behind the palace is a small collection of cars donated to the Laos King. Be sure to check it out.
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Wieners of WatertonNovember 25, 2013Attended the Royal Ballet Theatre performance. It was interesting to see the traditional arts. Performance was 1hr, cheapest tickets were 100,000. But for 150,000 you got the front row & comfy seats.
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KatyJanuary 5, 2015It is forbidden to take pics inside the museum, once you try , security would ask you to delete it. Outside is really beautiful, if you have time- one of must see in Luang PrabangUpvote4Downvote
Ashley DandoJanuary 30, 2018Very strict dress code, make sure you cover up correctly. Closes for a long lunch so make sure you plan your trip well. Walking around the gardens is possible over lunch but there is not much to see.
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Caroline SantoshamJanuary 15, 2019Quite modest in comparison to other palaces in the world but definitely worth a visit. The car exhibition is really interesting although small.UpvoteDownvote
Wai Kit LaiDecember 4, 2016If you want to save the 30000 kip ticket, you can take a walk outside of the palace.
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Lalo HNovember 20, 2018#1 favorite cultural attraction to do in Luang Prabang. So interesting to read and see how the king lived.UpvoteDownvote
Hoby KFebruary 10, 2016Visit before 4pm. If lucky, can see wedding couple with traditional dress.
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Jules DestrooperOctober 11, 2013I read tons of negative reviews - this ain't Buckingham but it has it's own charm and artifacts, why can't take photos and abit pricey the ticketUpvote1Downvote
Quentin LafonJuly 27, 2014The former residence of the royal family. A nice place to visit. Don't miss it !UpvoteDownvote
- Sam OlsenOctober 2, 2014Tranquil garden, plus slice of auto history with the royal car collection's Ford, Edsel, and CitroenUpvoteDownvote
- Jikkie OMay 20, 2012How could anyone call this unimpressive?! Americans. Lovely gardens, temple, royal artefacts & palace - only 30,000 kip; well worth a visit.
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Doug WOctober 5, 2016No photos inside any of the exhibits. At the main museum you'll need to put your camera in a locker.UpvoteDownvote
Chinghan WongAugust 26, 2023Need to leave things in locker room before enter inside museum if you travel aloneUpvoteDownvote
Kavitha BalakumarMay 16, 2018Skip. No pics inside, there are about 4 rooms to walk through, and you can see the same style of mural at Wat Xieng Thong. Not worth the entrance fee or hassle (they're strict about bags and clothes).UpvoteDownvote
Stéphane D'AluOctober 22, 2014Be aware that no pictures are allowed, and you need to leave your bag and camera in the locker. Entrance fee is an expensive 30000.UpvoteDownvote
Angel DominguezSeptember 10, 2018Skip this and spend your money on a coffee and croissant by the river, not worth the price or hassle.UpvoteDownvote
Nicece T.October 16, 2010Pra bang ,, is here ( the most important place for traditional Buddha )Upvote1Downvote
Gerd PfefferleSeptember 12, 2017Wer sich für die Geschichte ein Muss, ansonsten ein na ja.Upvote1Downvote
Dina RegensteinerDecember 18, 2011Muito legal, principalmente a decoração das paredes com figuras feitas de vidro.Upvote1Downvote
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