Wat Xayaphoum - a 16th century temple located in the centre of the city along the bank of the Mekong river. Now serving as both temple and high school for ... more

Dinosaur Museum - 5,000 kip. Exhibits dinosaur fossils or 'big lizard bones' as called in Lao. They were excavated from Xonbouly District. Three kinds of ... more

That Ing Hang Stupa - This 16th century stupa is one of the most revered in the country of Laos. Each year in December, many Buddhists travel to this holy site ... more

Cafe Chai Dee, Ratsavongseuk rd (near Catholic church), ☎ +856 20 5988 6767, [4]. International & Japanese food, vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals. It's a ... more

Lin's Café, Latsaphanit rd (100 m North of Plaza (old central square)), ☎ +856 20 9988 1630, [3]. 08:30-20:00. Local, Japanese and Western food. Original ... more

'Hanarhan J' ('Vegetarian Food restaurant'), Ratsavongseuk rd (between '7 restaurant' and 'Dok Champa Khao massage'). 8am-8pm. This is the only entirely vegan ... more

One District One Product (ODOP), This large beautifully decorated shop is a showcase of products from the ODOP-project and includes a wide variety of ... more

Savanxay Market. The main market of Savannakhet City, also known as Singapore market as it was started by an investor from Singapore. There is a wide variety of... more

There is an ATM in front of the BCEL Bank on Th. Ratsaphanith that accepts (at least) Visa, Mastercard and Maestro. BCEL charges a fee of 20,000 kip per ... more

For traditional cappuccino, latte or ice coffee, there are two Dao Heuang coffee shops, one in the court yard in front of the Catholic Church, the other on ... more

Dinosaur Footprints

Savannakhet Tennis Club - (on Khantabuli Road) While the tennis clubhouse may look it needs upgrading, the three courts are in good condition. Court fee is 20,...

Eco-tourism treks advertised in most guesthouses are fantastic. Homestays, forest food, school visits, local guides, etc... Highly recommended. The Eco Centre ... more