PHNOM PENH
The best of the capital.
The 15 most popular things to do in Phnom Penh. The Killing Fields and S-21, sunset cruises on the Mekong, the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, Silk Island and the street-food lanes, all in one place.
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.
“It was a decent tour, despite being a bit macabre/poignant for Christmas morning. Our guide was lovely, but sick and trying to hide it, without a mask (uncommon for Asia).”
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 was a great tour, recommend paying for a guide at the genocide museum, it is well worth it for the knowledge they provide. It is a very emotional tour, so take plenty of tissues.”
Phnom Penh sunset river cruise with tuk-tuk pickup, unlimited beer and soft drinks, BBQ buffet, and views of Mekong, Tonle Sap, Diamond Island.
“Very nice and enjoyable sunset cruise. Kind staff workong on the boat. Tuk tuk was on time. I had a great time ☺️”
Relax in central Phnom Penh with a 1-hour therapeutic aromatherapy oil massage, welcome drinks, clean spa rooms, and tea after.
“Great ambience, welcoming drinks, after massage tea, cleanliness all adding to the fantastics massage experience. Choices of oils were great, I had the frangipani with beautiful smell. I would have give five stars if only they had not messRead more”
Phnom Penh tour of Khmer Rouge sites: Choeung Ek killing fields and Tuol Sleng S-21, with guide translation, air-con, water.
“After initial issues with communication, not well explained pick up details and instruction, and having to end up walking to the pick up car, holding others up. Excellent eye opener on the atrocities of the Cambodian Khmer Rouge and Pol Pot Read more”
Private Phnom Penh full-day tour with Royal Palace, Tuol Sleng, Killing Fields, and more, with admission tickets included.
“Mr Silong gave us an excellent full day tour, he was very informative and professional. I would highly recommend this tour.”
Half-day Phnom Penh tour to Tuol Sleng and Choeung Ek with an English guide, hotel pickup, and clear context on Khmer Rouge genocide.
“This was an excellent tour, so glad we experienced this with a guide instead of doing it ourselves. Our guide Ran was incredibly knowledgeable with first hand experience of living as a child during the regime. Dara, our driver did a wonderful job of getting us through the busy traffic in comfort! Thank you gentleman…”
Relaxing Phnom Penh sunset cruise with an English guide, city river views, unlimited beer/soft drinks (option), and a fresh fruit platter.
“Really good trip, lovely to be on the river at sunset. Great value and very enjoyable.”
Cycle from Phnom Penh to Mekong Silk Island by ferry with a local guide, silk weaving and countryside stops included for $35.
“Great way to see the countryside close to Phnom Penn. Stops at a temple, market, tofu Skin factory & silk weaving. Bikes were excellent & good condition.”
VET bus services in Phnom Penh offer a low-stress ride for $18, with AC, reclining seats, USB power, free water, and GPS tracking.
“Staff quite friendly and nice. My only comment is on the night bus for double bed which should have the curtain to separate and have privacy.”
A full-day Phnom Penh highlights tour that mixes Wat Phnom and markets with S21 (Tuol Sleng) and the Killing Fields, plus local lunch.
“nick was a really great guide we felt very safe and he gave us lots of information. the tour itinerary was perfect for our day. nick catered for our needs and left us at a great bar in town. lovely lunch venue we would definitely recommend”
Sunset cruise in Phnom Penh with hotel pickup, English guide, fruit platter, and unlimited beer and soft drinks on the Mekong-Tonle Sap rivers.
“If you'd like a restful boat ride on an amazing river, this isn't for you. A friendly and knowledgeable tour guide talked for forty five minutes, then loud rock music was played, with the tour guide speaking over it. All the beer you can drink, and the crowd seemed to enjoy themselves completely. Not me.”
A small-group tuk-tuk food crawl in Phnom Penh with 20 tastings and unlimited drinks, from Royal Palace alleyways to Bassac Lane.
“One of the most fun food tours that I have done. Great food and great tour guides. They give you lots of food so come hungry!”
11 Phnom Penh stops in one day with S21 and Killing Fields, guided by tuk-tuk/van, cold drinks included, cash-only site fees.
“One of the best experiences of our holiday. Our guide was Mr Pum. The best guide we had on all our trips. He was so kind and patient with us. He took us to many places and found us the most amazing place for lunch. The tour was made fantastic thanks to his kindness. He…”
The Royal Palace and the riverfront, the Mekong at dusk, the markets and the food lanes, and the history every visitor comes to understand.
