Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh sits at the meeting of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers, with the Royal Palace, the National Museum's Khmer sculpture and the Khmer Rouge sites of S-21 and Choeung Ek. The genocide memorials are demanding but central to understanding the country. Riverside cafés and markets balance the day.
How long to stay
November to February.
Typical daily budget
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Is Phnom Penh right for your trip?
Based on what this guide covers, not a score. This is what Phnom Penh is known for.
Great for
- History & culture
- Food
- Solo
Less of a focus
- Nightlife
- Nature
- Family
- Couples
- Budget friendly
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Top things to do
National Museum of Cambodia
Entrance $5 · VerifiedPhnom Penh
The country's main collection of Khmer sculpture, housed in a terracotta pavilion around a courtyard.
Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda
Entrance KHR 40,000 · VerifiedPhnom Penh
The working royal compound with the Throne Hall and a pagoda floored in silver tiles.
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
Free entry · Paid extras availablePhnom Penh
The former S-21 prison, kept as a memorial with survivor audio testimony; a difficult but essential visit.
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Popular activities
Khmer Rouge history tour
Guided visit to S-21 and the Choeung Ek memorial.
Mekong sunset cruise
Evening boat at the river confluence.