Being the capital of Laos, Vientiane Municipality is filled with temples, museums, monuments and parts, all just a short distance away from each other.

- That Luang (Great Sacred Stupa) stands 45 meters tall and is believed to contain a relic of Lard Buddha. Originally built in 1566 by King Setthathilat, restoration was made in 1953. The gold colored centerpiece of this stupa echoes the curve of and elongated Lotus bud, the shrine is the focus for important Buddhist festivals in Vientiane, principal among which is the That Luang festival held in November each year.

- Wat Ho Pra Keo Temple, previously the temple of the Lao Monarchy and housing the Emerald Buddha, lost to the Siamese in 1828. Since the 1970's, the temple has not been used for worship but rather has been converted into a museum, which contains the finest examples of Buddhist sculpture and artifacts in the country.

- Patuxai, The memorial monument of Patuxai is perhaps the most prominent landmark in the city, built in 1958. The climb up the steps of the monument reveals an excellent panorama view of the city.

- Wat Sisaket Temple is Vientiane's oldest temple, built in 1818 surviving the sacking of the Siamese in 1828. It is located in the center of the city and features remarkable frescoes as well as over 6800 Buddha images.