Things to do & places to visit in Loei Province, Thailand

Loei Province #39 destination in Thailand 2023. The average rating score is 4.18 based on 1.322 traveler reviews, of 56 attractions. Timezone: Asia/Bangkok, current date and time: Monday, April 29, 2024, 19:39.

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General weather summary in April

96°F - 74°F

Temperature Highs - Lows

Very warm, comfortable

Feels like

19%

Chance of rain

85.0 millimeters

Amount

8.6 mph

Wind speed

53%

Humidity

12.5

Daylight length

5:57 AM

Sunrise

6:28 PM

Sunset

39%

Cloud cover

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Top things to do (34)

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5.0 Wat Tham Pha Poo (6 reviews)
- 泰寮邊境的小鎮
Points of Interest & Landmarks

前一天去Dan Sai玩Phi Ta Khon Festival後.....第二天就跑來這個位於泰國,寮國邊境的小鎮Chiang Khan
Chiang Khan隔著沒工和與寮國相望.....河裡兩國漁民不分你我愜意的捕魚
河邊就是Chiang Khan老街.....兩邊都是傳的木造房屋十分特別.....走在這裡心情很輕鬆
下次我還會再去這個邊境小鎮.....而且要多待幾天 See more..
5.0 Ban Ruean Mai (1 review)
- Massage in a homy Loei environment!
Monday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Spas

This is a very local spa/massage centre, operate by the locals. The ambient is just as homey as it can get. No fancy decoration, not much privacy as locals can be talking to each other while doign the massage! But it's all okay, everyone is so friendly, sincere and original. The Thai massage is different from other places in Thailand which we tried before. Really special and relaxing. The price is so reasonable as it is not spoiled by the tourism (yet?). See more..
5.0 Phu Lam Duan (1 review)
- Almost 360 degree of scenery
Eco Tours

There is about 30kms from Chiang Khan and not too far from the ground by local motorized cart. Then you will be in another world of peaceful and nice scene. See more..
5.0 Maloei - Museum of Art and Culture of Loei (1 review)
- amazing Thailand
Art Museums

MaLoei is situated on the grounds of Loei University, if you come by car or bicycle, the entrance is one little street left off the highway just before the big entrance to the university. Actually the museum was under restoration and closed. But when we asked in the downstairs office, a nice guy opened up the whole museum for us, switched on lights and air condition - amazing Thailand! The museum has a lot to offer, from Loei at the time of the dinosaurs to modern art, but most interesting historical artefacts and explanations. In any case worth a visit. Good and clean toilets with funny - Pithakhon - signs. CLOSED MONDAYS and TUESDAYS. See more..
4.5 Phu Kradueng National Park (173 reviews)
- รีวิวไง
National Parks

For Phu Kradueng This trip is a trip that I go in the winter, the weather is very cold when I walk up to the top of the mountain. I would like to recommend my friends that they get physically fit before coming. In the morning there will be a very beautiful fog and the weather is so cold that I don't want to put my hands in the water at all. See more..
4.5 Phu Thog (156 reviews)
- Beautiful view of mountains
Spent 1-2 hours Mountains

Beautiful view of the mountains and the Mekong river! Go early in the morning to see the fog over the mountains. You cannot go all the way to the mountains with your own car. You can buy tickets for transport which will bring you to the top of the mountain. See more..
4.5 Chiang Khan Walking Street (135 reviews)
- An Honest Thai Boatman for Riverside Boat Trip of Chiang Khan Walking Street
Spent 1-2 hours Flea & Street Markets

I'm a white guy from the USA and I HATE being treated like I come from streets of gold. It's exhausting to either constantly bargain for a fair price or to be stonewalled with a double pricing scheme. I'm so grateful that I met Mr. Wat!! He loves the river and gave me a cheap price. He can't speak English, but his humble smile let's you know that you can trust him - and you can! I was so impressed by how long the trip was despite the low price that I'm volunteering to promote him online. Thailand needs more guys like Mr. Wat. PLEASE Support him. His boat is on the river across from Smile @ Chiang Khan restaurant. See more..
4.5 Phu Ruea National Park (87 reviews)
- Good views from 1,365 meters. Cold weather in late November
Spent 1-2 hours Mountains • National Parks • Waterfalls

We came for the sunset and enjoyed the walk up for the last part in fresh clean air. Took about 10 minutes to walk slowly. There are toilets on the way but I saw no toilet at the top. On the way down we took the shared vehicle for 10 Baht each person. Entrance ticket 40 Baht. Car park fee 30 Baht. Saw about 10 other tourists. I heard that the sunrise view is better. See more..
4.5 Huai Krathing Reservoir (62 reviews)
- Relaxing experience on the water
Bodies of Water

When Loei people invite tourists to go “rafting,” they aren’t talking white water in raging rivers. They mean flat boats made with bamboo moored in the center of a placid lake. The experience is actually very relaxing and quite soothing during the hotter months. In addition to a nice view, there is a constant, subtle breeze to keep you cool and keep the insects at bay. We always combined our trips with a meal - the restaurant will bring the food out to you. If you visit Loei, definite accept an invitation to go “rafting.” See more..
4.5 Wat Neramit Wipattasana (49 reviews)
- A beautiful temple
Historic Sites • Religious Sites

The entrance gate is very impressive as are the surrounding walls of the temple complex all set in a beautiful garden. The Buddha statutes are very impressive for its splendor. Take time to walk around the whole area. See more..
4.5 Wat Pahuaylad Temple (23 reviews)
- Modern, fun and interesting
Religious Sites

There are so many things to see her. Although its a bit of a Buddhist theme park the modern sculptures are all very high quality. The crocodiles (holding the pearl of wisdom in their jaws, the white Lady of Mercy stature and even a bronze coloured formidable hulk (oh and I nearly forgot the two splendid elephants to the right of the main temple. Both kids and photographers will find their heaven here' See more..
4.5 Phu Lom Lo (21 reviews)
- Pinky valley
Spent 2-3 hours Mountains • Points of Interest & Landmarks

Bumpy ride whole route from Loei but better from Rong Kla side which I took from 5 years ago. However, there is worth to visit when full bloom of cherry blossom. See more..
4.5 Suan Hin Pha Ngam (17 reviews)
- Super fun--exploring strange rock formations in a forest
Spent 1-2 hours Mountains

A wonderful place--especially loved the stone maze. You follow cute stone paths, no signs, to wander around. At one point the path is hidden behind a Buddha statue. To find the place is a challenge because there is very little signage in English, so here are important clues: turn off route 201 at Nong Hin. The road is hard to find. If you are coming from Loei you have to make a U-turn and get on to the service road in order to access the desired turn off. If you are coming from Phu Kradeung, at the first intersection in Ban Nong Hin, move left onto the service road, go past a school and the district health office then turn left. The road is very good. It is 18 km to the site. At 13 km you reach the ranger station, then 5 km after that you need to turn right, under a red wooden archway that says "Kunming". The place is not far from that turn off. See more..
4.5 Phi Ta Khon Festival (14 reviews)
- A unique experience!
Cultural Events

Thailand is a country filled with her own ghosts and demons unique to this country. One of the most famous festival involving spirit-beings, is the Phi-Ta-Khon festival held in Loei province. Originally thought to celebrate the return of Prince Vessandorn, Lord Buddha-to-be, to the village after leaving for a long journey, the villagers were celebrating with so much joy and made such loud noises that it woke the spirits from the dead to join in. The most well-known sight of this festival would be the parade where villagers walk in procession in colorful clothes, and a ghost-mask made from the wicker-steamer used to cook stick-rice, the staple diet of Northeastern Thailand. This festival is one that shows off the painting skills of Thai artists as well. See more..
4.5 Phu Thok (10 reviews)
- Great view with sunrise
Mountains

Not far from chiangkan walking street . Really loves 360° views with sea of fog at phu thonk. Car servise just 25 b. per person for round trip. See more..
4.5 Wat Somdet Phu Ruea Ming Mueang (8 reviews)
- Wow! Wow! WOW!!!
Spent 1-2 hours Religious Sites

Just when I thought no temple could further amaze me, I came upon this incredible place. It is a new temple complex (in the works for some eight years now) and is still "a work in progress." But what is already in place is phenomenal! The wood temple buildings are adorned with massive elaborate wood carving, green stone (from Myanmar) carved Buddha and naga statues, wide wooden floor planks (some a meter in width), and one jaw-dropping construction after another. The main wooden temple building has massive 4-meter high wooden carved doors, and eight huge wooden carved wall panels (each almost 5 meters square). There are other massive wood carvings on the outside walls of other buildings, depicting the evils/sins of humans and their related punishments in the afterlife, and the progression to good and higher level bliss. I can't say enough about the awe-inspiring nature of this temple, which seems to be largely overlooked by most visitors. See more..
4.5 Phra That Satcha (7 reviews)
- Worth a visit.
Points of Interest & Landmarks

If you're in Loei province and traveling between Loei City and Dan Sai, this temple is definitely worth a visit. Rustic but amazing.... See more..
4.5 Phupha Lom Forest Park (7 reviews)
- A great hike
Parks • Forests

Not many visitors come here - we did not see any while we visited, and the rangers were very happy to greet us. To get into the park, you have to go up a lot of steps to the "skywalk" - so you do need a decent level of fitness. There are then steps down and a good concrete trail. The first sight is Phalom cave (a 300 m side trail, half of which requires uphill scrambling). The cave is worth exploring, but you must bring a good flashlight. The trail continues through the forest to the campsite (great views) and onto the Phabong viewpoint: a fantastic sight! Although the visitor centre map indicates a loop trail, in practice the remainder of the loop is overgrown: so we back tracked. Note that there is no food or drink available at the park: bring your own, especially water. There was no entrance fee. See more..
4.5 Wat Si Pho Chai Saeng Pha (3 reviews)
- วัดสวยใตอไเภแนาแห้ว จ.เลย
Religious Sites

เป็นวัดเก่าแก่ที่โดดเด่นสวยงามด้วยสถาปัตยกรรมที่มีอายุมากกว่า 400 ปี กับบรรยากาศที่สวยงาม และยังเป็นที่ยึดเหนี่ยวจิตใจของชุมชน See more..
4.5 Tat Hueang Waterfall (2 reviews)
- beautiful waterfall
Waterfalls

The province of nature. Beautiful mountains kind peoples. Not so many tourists yet.so u will see real thai culture. very peaceful spot to relax and perfect to jump in fresh water in the hot day. See more..
4.0 Phra Buddhabaht Phu Kwai Ngeon Footprint (68 reviews)
- Nice view and holy area.
Points of Interest & Landmarks

This temple is very clean. The ladies who take care of the area are helpful. The road to the top was abit high but could reach by motorcycle. the tree along the way to the top were amazing. See more..
4.0 Prathat Si Song Rak (49 reviews)
- must see
Religious Sites

another one of the must see temples when in Dan Sai, Loei province. off the beaten path but if you have a car or a local friend, definitely check it out.... See more..
4.0 Phi Ta Khon Dan Sai Museum (24 reviews)
- Great place to learn about traditional Phitakhon
Speciality Museums

Located inside a temple in Dansai town, this museum not only exhibits numerous masks, but also, unfortunately only in Thai, explains the tradition of the festival and the making of the masks. See more..
4.0 Chiangkhan View Tower (24 reviews)
- A nice viewpoint
Historic Walking Areas • Observation Decks & Towers

A small tower and viewpoint in Chiang Khan. Nothing special but it's ok. Always nice to have a view of a large river in front of you. See more..
4.0 Erawan Cave (21 reviews)
- Nice Surpise in North-East of Thailand
Caverns & Caves

Many visitors head directly to the beach regions or numerous islands or to the North. North-East Thailand (Isaan) is not that frequented by the tourists which is really pity. The landscape there is on the average not that spectacular as in the North but theer are some hidden gems which are definitely worth seeing. The cave of Erawan far exceeded my expectations. I was hoping to see a few square meters with some statues but the cave could accomodate a big village! For those leaving Luang Prabang in Laos towards Thailand, I would recommend instad of the classical Vientiane-Non-Khai route to head towards the province of Loei and visit the Erawan Cave and Phu Kradeung National Park. See more..
4.0 Phu Pa Po (20 reviews)
- Phu Pa Po
Lookouts

Phu Pa Po, Loei Province, the atmosphere of the beautiful scenery. On the viewpoint, you can clearly see Phu Ho that looks like a cutting mountain or a flat mountain. Especially during the sea of fog. There will be a balcony extending out. allowing you to stand up close and enjoy the view can watch the sunrise and sunset got it all. See more..
4.0 Phu Bo Bit (18 reviews)
- Probably the best viewpoint of Mueang Loei
Mountains • Lookouts • Parks

After being closed for about a year for a much needed makeover, Phu Bo Bit has reopened. The new pathway is very nice and in addition is well lit if you are going up for the sunrise or coming down after sunset. The view in all directions is incredible. The climb is not too difficult, but it will get your heart pumping. Reaching the summit is well worth it. We enjoyed a lunar eclipse on the night of Loy Krathong from one of the best viewpoints in Mueang Loei. See more..
4.0 Phu Ruea High Altitude Agricultural Research Station (17 reviews)
- A great and easy visit to the top of the mountain
Speciality Museums

We were travelling from Loei to Khao Kor and stopped off for a visit. It's very easy to find the turning off route 21 to the entrance to Phu Ruea National Park. Pay the entrance fee at the park gate, stop off at the visitor centre for very clean toilets, then drive up to the peak. You drive to a car park about 1km from the peak and park. You then either walk the km or take the songthaew (b10 per person each way) that runs back and forwards. We arrived at the peak as the mist/cloud came swirling in and out. We never got to see down from the peak but that was ok, the mist was very atmospheric like something from a horror movie and my wife and kids who are not familiar with fog were captivated...my wife said after our holiday that this was her favourite memory. Well worth a visit. 60 kms from Loei (very nice drive). 1365m high peak. When we visited it was 17c at the peak and 25c at route 21. See more..
4.0 Phu Luang Wildlife Sanctuary (11 reviews)
- See more animals in my local village
National Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas

If you want to go to Phu Luang wildlife sanctuary head out on highway 21 from Lodi till you find the signage leading to the Park. It's quite a drive and probably the best part of the trip. The road there is not to bad till you get to the checkpoint for the park, it cost 250 baht to take the car in with 2 people (Falang and Thai). 200 baht for the Falang. The road deteriorates from the there a few holes and ruts, a few dangerous hill crests and some very narrow sections. The sanctuary itself was very disappointing, we were warned to watch out for elephants but only noticed a few dung piles. The only animals we saw were one monkey and two chickens, very disappointing. At the top there was nowhere to buy water or anything. The views were quite ordinary as most of the time you can't see over the tree line or on some paths you are just walking through jungle. I suppose if you are really into hiking and camping out it might appeal See more..
4.0 Wat Phu Chang Noi (9 reviews)
- The monastery with a 360 degree view
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Wat Phu Chang Noi / The Small Elephant Hill Monastery. Located on a hill on the outskirts of Chiang Khan. There’s a Big Buddha on top of the hill. A place well worth to visit. 360 degree view! See more..