PHNOM PENH
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The 15 most visited Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng (S-21) tours in Phnom Penh. Guided visits to Choeung Ek and the former prison, with the context that makes them make sense, and the operators travellers trust to handle them with care.
Half-day Phnom Penh tour linking Tuol Sleng S-21 and the Killing Fields, with a guide, AC van, water, and time to reflect.
Most Popular“Baboon was an excellent guide. He was informative and sensitive, and dealt with harrowing topic of the Killing Fields and Genocide Museum very well. He was also very warm and friendly. Would recommend.”
Phnom Penh’s Killing Fields and S21 in one guided half-day: hotel pickup, air-con ride, English explanations, plus sobering reflection.
“This was a fascinating tour. Extremely painful and sad to learn about, but an important part of history that everyone should know about. Our guide Sum Cheath was excellent, and explained everything extremely well.”
A comfy, air-conditioned Phnom Penh bus trip to S21 and the Killing Fields, with an onboard documentary plus optional audio at your own pace.
“This tour was really informative. I think it’s important to understand the history of the Cambodian people to fully appreciate what the country had gone through. The museum and the killing fields were both emotional and moving.”
Phnom Penh tour of Khmer Rouge sites: Choeung Ek killing fields and Tuol Sleng S-21, with guide translation, air-con, water.
“We were very lucky and were the only people on this tour, so had our guide, Darian, all to ourselves. He was very knowledgeable, having had first hand experience of the fall out from the time of the Killing Fields.”
Half-day Phnom Penh tour to Tuol Sleng and Choeung Ek with an English guide, hotel pickup, and clear context on Khmer Rouge genocide.
“The guide was extremely knowledgeable. A very surreal experience although I already knew about the Khmer Rouge, Pol Pot & the genocide. The tour is a must if visiting Phnom Penh.”
A full-day Phnom Penh highlights tour that mixes Wat Phnom and markets with S21 (Tuol Sleng) and the Killing Fields, plus local lunch.
“Cow is an excellent guide! He was very attentive to our needs and made sure we felt comfortable throughout the tour. With great knowledge and enthusiasm, he shared many fascinating insights into the history of Phnom Penh and explained complex topics in a clear and engaging way. His friendly and professional manner made the experience…”
11 Phnom Penh stops in one day with S21 and Killing Fields, guided by tuk-tuk/van, cold drinks included, cash-only site fees.
“This was an excellent tour and we were 6 people. The tour was interesting as the tour guide provided all useful historical information. He has even returned at the hotel my hat with a book and jewels forgotten in his car, and I am grateful to him for it. Many thanks for this interesting tour…”
A full-day Phnom Penh tour mixing grand royal sights with S21 and the Killing Fields, led by Sina with air-con comfort and cold drinks.
“It was easy, informative, enjoyed the company of a small group of travellers. Sina (driver/tour guide) was the best, the experience with him was excellent.”
Half-day visit to Tuol Sleng and Choeung Ek with an English guide, hotel pickup, and context on Khmer Rouge sites.
“Nay was an amazing tour guide! I really recommend him. He was filled with lots of detail and very passionate about the history making it easy to understand and ask questions. Would 100% book again with Nay.”
Half-day Phnom Penh shuttle to Tuol Sleng (S-21) and the Killing Fields with air-conditioned comfort, on-board documentary, and optional audio.
“As sad as it is it’s a must do tour,It was a good way to get from S21 to Killing fields you do a self guided audio tour at both places, it was very hot on the bus but they did offer water.”
Private Phnom Penh tour of Tuol Sleng S21 and Choeung Ek. Hotel pickup, A/C ride, English guide. Learn Khmer Rouge horror.
“A group of four of us booked a private tour with an English speaking guide, based on a very positive experience with a private tour of the temples in Siem Reap. Our tour guide was a lovely lady, a school teacher, and undoubtedly passionate about her job as a guide. Unfortunately, she spoke with such…”
Phnom Penh in 5 hours: Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda plus S-21 and the Killing Fields, with hotel pickup in a max-10 small group.
“Gao was an excellent tour guide for the trip. He knew a lot about the sights and the history and culture of the country. Overall he was very knowledgeable, thoughtful and personable”
A 4-hour Phnom Penh tour linking Choeung Ek Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng S-21 with hotel pickup, an English guide, and clear context.
“It's definitely a must do experience while in Phnom Penh. Our guide, Mr. Baboon, was very knowledgeable and shared his vast knowledge of the history on the Killing Fields, the prison, as well as his own family's ordeal throughout the horrifiRead more”
Full-day Phnom Penh tour with pickup: Wat Phnom, Royal Palace, S21 and the Killing Fields, plus Central Market shopping.
“I think I got outsourced. I only went to 5 sites and finished after 5.5 hours (including a 1 hour stop at the market). Sina wasn't my guide however my guide was very good and spoke English really well, it just wasn't what I expected or signed up for. It felt more like a killing…”
Phnom Penh one-day tour with Sam Ang: Royal Palace, Wat Phnom, Central Market, plus S21 and the Killing Fields with hotel pickup.
“This was a small group and it was only me with my guide called Sam. We started early at 0800, to beat the crowds and the heat of the sun. Sam was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of this country. Our transport was a Read more”
The Royal Palace and the riverfront, the Mekong at dusk, the markets and the food lanes, and the history every visitor comes to understand.
