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Watch sunrise over Angkor Wat, walk among the Bayon's stone faces and Ta Prohm's trees, then tour Phnom Penh's Royal Palace, national museum and Tuol Sleng memorial.

Best timeDec to FebMoneyCambodian riel (KHR) and US dollar (USD)Plugs[plug types and voltage]Main airportPhnom Penh (PNH)
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Overview

Most first trips start with a day or two in Phnom Penh for the Royal Palace, the National Museum and the Tuol Sleng memorial, then take the bus to Siem Reap, about 6 hours, for two or three days among the Angkor temples. Siem Reap has its own international airport, so you can fly home from there instead of going back to the capital.

The wet season runs from July to November, when storms and floods can disrupt roads and services. The drier months from December to February are the most comfortable for long temple days; March to May are the hottest, so plan sightseeing for early mornings and late afternoons.

When to go

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Khmer New Year falls in mid-April. If your trip overlaps it, book buses and hotels early.

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Itineraries

[Photo: Siem Reap]
Siem Reap in 3 daysAngkor Wat, Bayon, Angkor National Museum, Ta Prohm, Preah Khan, Phnom Bakheng, Phare circus, Banteay Srei, Tonle SapBalanced pace
[Photo: Cambodia]
Cambodia in 5 daysRoyal Palace, National Museum, Tuol Sleng, Russian Market, Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Prohm, Preah Khan, Phnom BakhengBalanced pace

Where to stay

Phnom PenhThe riverside by Sisowath Quay for the palace and museum on foot; Boeung Keng Kang around Norodom Boulevard for Tuol Sleng and Malis; near Wat Phnom for early buses from Street 106.Best areas to stay in Phnom PenhHotels in Phnom Penh
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Siem ReapAround Pub Street for first-timers who want restaurants on the doorstep; the riverside along Pokambor Avenue for quieter nights; the French Quarter around FCC Angkor for a quieter base nearer the museum.Best areas to stay in Siem ReapHotels in Siem Reap
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Getting around

  • Phnom Penh to Siem Reap: Giant Ibis buses take about 6 hours, with day departures at 8:45 AM, 9:45 AM and 12:30 PM and night buses after 10 PM.
  • Phnom Penh airport: Techo International Airport lies about 20 km south of the center; the Airport Express Bus runs daily from 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM, and taxis wait at the terminal.
  • Siem Reap airport: Airport buses link Siem Reap Angkor International Airport with a town station on 7 Makara Road; hotel transfers are not included.
  • Tuk-tuks and ride-hailing: Agree the fare before a tuk-tuk ride, or book through Grab or PassApp in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap and check the plate matches the app.
  • Angkor temples: Hire a tuk-tuk or car with a driver for each temple day: Banteay Srei lies 25 km north-east of the main group.

Before you go

Travel insuranceHealth insurance from home often doesn't cover care abroad. Check what your plan includes, then compare travel cover for your dates. Some policies exclude riding a motorbike, so check before you hire one.
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