Great places for shopping in Vientiane in February (updated in 2025)

"The morning market in Vientiane is very similar to the domestic small commodity market, which can be divided into the old and new markets. The new market is a three-story building similar to the domestic shopping center, and the shopping environment is more comfortable. The old market is a more traditional market form, there are two floors, the first floor sells everything from a variety of handmade souvenirs to local daily necessities, the second floor mainly operates gold and jewelry. Most of the goods here are made in China. If you want to buy souvenirs recommended here, you can also bargain appropriately."

"We bought original ecological handicrafts, paper paintings, paper lampshade, notebooks, almost related to Buddha, natural latex pillows are also a good souvenir!"

"The pieces of woven art created here are displayed in galleries all around the world and it's not hard to see why. Carol and the 40ish Lao woman she employs create magic with every piece of fibre that their fingers touch. It's a little hard to find but well worth the effort. Once you've taken the tour and marvelled at the weavers skill there is a shop where you can purchase items from, and they also offers classes if you're interested in learning how to weave."

"Mainly some very rich colors of crafts. It's good to come here to see. The price is a bit expensive, but the workmanship is not bad!"

"Knowing the purpose of our visit, he explained to us one by one. First of all, the Chinese can apply for a "landing visa" when entering Laos, so they can get a visa as long as they pay the fee according to the regulations at Vientiane Airport. The matter from Laos to Thailand can also be solved. You can re-enter the country by applying for a "return visa" before leaving Thailand at Bangkok Suwang Nap Airport. As long as you return to Bangkok within the visa date obtained by the Thai embassy in Beijing, you can get a new entry visa. Starting with a visa, you can stay in Thailand for another three months."

"A lot of silk products, people look at the special pleasing to the eye. There are also some other handmade crafts that are also very good."

"A small clothing store. Mainly some locals will come here to buy some clothing. The service attitude is quite good, come in and stroll around, it is still possible."

"很具有特色的手工艺品 棒极了 赞不绝口 价格不贵而且很有特色 服务特别好 环境也不错哦"

"The supermarket on the first floor of the Vientiane Center in Laos (Vientane Center) and the night market in the Vientiane Center behind it is not a bit expensive. Some supermarkets have several brands of water that are 3,500 kip, Red Bull 4,500 kip, and here are 500 kip. The Vientiane Shopping Center is very large with four floors. The highest floor is the children's activity center and cinema. The 3rd floor is the food center and many Chinese food stalls. The 2nd floor is the fashion and other 1st floor has many gold shops and some dining. You can still go shopping."