Things to do in Phnom Penh
Sort
Phnom Penh: Royal Palace, S21 & Killing Fields Day TourYou’ll start your day surrounded by golden spires at Phnom Penh’s Royal Palace before wandering markets with locals and learning stories behind city monuments. In the afternoon, visit S21 Prison and Choeung Ek Killing Fields with an audio guide—quiet moments that stay with you long after. Hotel pickup, A/C van, drinks and Sina’s warmth are all part of it.
Phnom Penh: Morning Market & Street Art Tour by Tuk TukYou’ll ride through Phnom Penh’s lively morning markets by tuk tuk with a local guide who knows every shortcut and snack stall. Taste two different Khmer breakfasts (come hungry), sip iced coffee from market vendors, discover over 40 hidden murals—including some tucked near Independence Monument—and end with an unexpected foodie treat you probably can’t pronounce yet.
Phnom Penh: Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda & Killing Fields TourYou’ll walk through golden halls at Phnom Penh’s Royal Palace, step quietly across the Silver Pagoda’s shimmering floor, then pause at Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and Choeung Ek Killing Fields where Cambodia’s history feels painfully close. A small group tour with hotel pickup lets you focus on what matters — listening, feeling, remembering.
Phnom Penh: Tuol Sleng & Choeung Ek Killing Fields TourYou're picked up from your hotel and driven to Choeung Ek Killing Fields, where your guide explains the Khmer Rouge's execution of around 2,000 prisoners on the site. After that, you return to Phnom Penh to tour Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, the former prison where 20,000 people were tortured and interrogated. Hotel drop-off is included at the end of the day.Is it for me?This tour is for anyone wanting to understand Cambodia's Khmer Rouge history without arranging transport, museum entry, or navigating the sites alone—the guide's presence and knowledge make the difficult history more comprehensible and respectful.
Phnom Penh: Royal Palace & Killing Fields with Local GuideYou spend a full day with Sam Ang, a Khmer guide who knows the city's history and speaks it plainly. You visit the Royal Palace with its silver pagoda and golden roofs, then move through the Genocide Museum and Choeung Ek Killing Fields—sites that are central to understanding modern Cambodia. You also stop at Independence Monument, Central Market, and Wat Phnom temple. Hotel pickup, private transport, water, and a souvenir are included; the tour is not recommended for young children due to the nature of the genocide sites.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to see Phnom Penh's major landmarks—the Royal Palace, temples, and markets—alongside the genocide sites that define modern Cambodian history, all guided by someone who knows the city and its story. Sam's local knowledge and private transport mean you're not managing logistics yourself, which leaves you space to listen and absorb.
Phnom Penh: Silk Island Vespa Tour with Ferry & Local CraftsYou’ll hop on a Vespa for a half-day journey out of Phnom Penh, crossing the Mekong by ferry and winding through Silk Island’s villages. Expect real moments: incense at Mongkol Serey temple, tasting fresh tofu skin at a market stall, watching silk weaving up close—and coming home with dust on your shoes and something new in your head.
Phnom Penh Morning Market & Food Tour by TuktukYou ride by tuktuk through Phnom Penh's morning neighborhoods, stopping at six places where locals eat breakfast: a coffee shop, wet market, family-run pork shop, crepe stall, and award-winning cafe. Your guide is from the city and introduces you to the people who run each place. All food, all drinks, hotel pickup, and a souvenir are included. You finish by mid-morning near the Russian Market.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat breakfast like a local without arranging transport, choosing stops, or figuring out where to sit—the guide and tuktuk handle all of it, and the fixed price means everything is already paid for.
Phnom Penh: Evening Food Tour by Tuk Tuk with 20+ TastingsYou’ll weave through Phnom Penh by tuk tuk with a local guide, tasting more than 20 Cambodian foods—from noodles to unexpected snacks—in lively markets and riverside stalls. Try your hand at Khmer words, laugh with locals, see Independence Monument lit up at night, and end with dinner and a cocktail. This is one of those evenings you’ll remember every time you smell grilled lemongrass.
Phnom Penh Airport Transfer: Private Pickup & City OptionsYou’ll step off your flight into Phnom Penh and find your driver waiting with cool water and a smile—no taxi hassle or language worries. Enjoy private transfer from Techo International Airport right to your hotel door, or opt for a relaxed city tour or day trip to Oudong or Chiso mountains with an English-speaking driver who shares local tips along the way.
Phnom Penh: Kun Khmer Kickboxing Ringside & 4 Beers PickupYou’ll feel the pulse of Phnom Penh as you watch live Kun Khmer kickboxing up close with ringside seats and four beers in hand. With hotel pickup and a local guide explaining every move, you’ll get photos inside the real ring—and maybe even pick up some Khmer words along the way.
Phnom Penh to Siem Reap: Private Taxi Transfer & English DriverYou get picked up at your hotel or airport in Phnom Penh and driven directly to Siem Reap in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver. The 5-6 hour journey includes fuel, tolls, and bathroom breaks; you choose whether to stop for photos or meals along the way. No shared minibus, no fixed departure time, no haggling at the curb.Is it for me?Book this if you want to avoid arranging your own transport between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap and prefer not to share a minibus with other travelers — the private vehicle and fixed price mean you travel on your schedule, not a tour operator's.
Phnom Penh: City Highlights Tuk-Tuk Tour with Local StoriesYou’ll feel Phnom Penh’s energy from a tuk-tuk seat—temples like Wat Phnom and Wat Ounalom, lively markets, riverside views on Diamond Island, plus stories from your local guide. Expect small surprises: incense smoke, city sounds, maybe even a cold drink stop. This isn’t just sightseeing—it’s sharing real city moments.
Phnom Penh: Mekong Silk Island Cruise with Beer & Tuk Tuk RideYou’ll cruise from Phnom Penh along the Mekong River to Silk Island with a local guide, passing stilted villages and waving kids before exploring weaving workshops by tuk tuk. Enjoy unlimited beer and fresh fruit on board, plus stops at a silk farm and Buddhist monastery—expect real moments with locals and plenty of small surprises along the way.
Phnom Penh: Evening Food Tour with Local Dishes & Rooftop BarYou’ll taste heritage noodle soups and crispy pancakes near Phnom Penh’s Royal Palace, sample desserts at Russian Market, and share stories over cocktails at a rooftop bar—with hotel pickup and a local guide making sure you don’t miss a thing. Expect laughter, bold flavors, and glimpses of everyday Cambodia that linger long after your last bite.
Phnom Penh: Bodia Classic Massage & Aromatherapy SpaYou’ll step off Phnom Penh’s busy streets into a peaceful spa where skilled therapists use traditional Khmer massage techniques and aromatherapy oils to loosen tension and clear your mind. Includes a 60-minute Bodia Classic Massage plus tea or coffee afterwards — expect gentle care and a sense of calm that lingers long after you leave.
Phnom Penh: Silk Island & Mekong Villages by Tuk TukYou cross three rivers by ferry, explore Silk Island villages and farmland by Tuk Tuk with a local guide, watch silk weaving and sedge mat making, visit a Buddha monastery, and eat lunch with river views. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with the ferry crossing fee and a contribution to the villagers. The pace is slow enough to notice details, fast enough to see the main things in a single day.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see how people actually live and work on the Mekong — farms, crafts, temples, markets — without arranging transport, a guide, or figuring out the ferry yourself. The Tuk Tuk pace and the local guide are what make it possible to move between villages and workshops in one day without feeling rushed.
Body Scrub in Phnom Penh: Salt Scrub & Foot MassageA 60-minute body scrub and foot massage treatment in Phnom Penh where you choose your salt scrub—milk, jasmine, lavender or green tea—and receive a welcome drink. The massage uses reflex points in the feet to relieve tension throughout the body, based on the principle that the feet connect to every system. Minimum age 18; suitable for all fitness levels, though not recommended for those with cardiovascular concerns.Is it for me?If you're staying in Phnom Penh without a car or just arrived with limited time, this treatment works because public transport gets you there easily and the full hour—scrub and massage both—fits into a free afternoon without the logistics of getting across the city.
Phnom Penh to Siem Reap: Private Day Trip with Floating Village & Ancient TemplesYou’ll travel between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap with stops that turn a long drive into an adventure: try fried spiders at Skoun Market, walk through ancient jungle temples at Sambor Prei Kuk, cross Kampong Kdei’s centuries-old bridge, and meet families living above Tonle Sap Lake in Kampong Kleang. Expect honest moments—a little laughter, maybe a surprise or two—and real glimpses of Cambodia along the way.
Phnom Penh Full Day Tour: Local Guide, Lunch & PickupYou’ll wander through Phnom Penh’s royal palaces and pagodas with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Taste Cambodian food at lunch, then face Cambodia’s tragic past at Tuol Sleng and Choeung Ek. End your day haggling or people-watching in Central Market — it’s an experience that stays with you long after you leave.
Phnom Penh to Siem Reap: Private Transfer & Village ViewsYou get picked up from your Phnom Penh hotel or airport and driven in a private, air-conditioned minivan or SUV to your Siem Reap destination over 5–6 hours. The driver speaks English, handles all tolls and fuel, and stops for bathroom and food breaks. No group waits, no bus station, no hidden costs — just a fixed route and a vehicle that gets you there safely.Is it for me?Book this if you want to avoid the bus station and travel on your own schedule with a driver who knows the road — the fixed price and included stops mean you're not negotiating transport or timing once you're on the move.
