PHNOM PENH
The best of the capital.
The 15 most popular guided tours and experiences in Phnom Penh, from tuk-tuk city loops and Mekong cruises to Silk Island and the Oudong countryside.
Phnom Penh’s Killing Fields and S21 in one guided half-day: hotel pickup, air-con ride, English explanations, plus sobering reflection.
Most Popular“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.
“For us it wasn’t really a tour per say. We thought we bought a tour but this comes with no tour guide. You get picked up at your hotel and they drive you to the two locations. Both locations you then buy an audio tour or you can just walk around. We did the audio…”
Phnom Penh tour of Khmer Rouge sites: Choeung Ek killing fields and Tuol Sleng S-21, with guide translation, air-con, water.
“The tour guide, Neang, was exceptional. His knowledge and willingness to share the history of Cambodia made this trip very special!”
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 tour is difficult to review as the subject makes it a sombre and harrowing experience. The logistics and quality of the experience were however excellent. We were collected promptly at our hotel on a small bus and there were 9 people in our group. Our guide (Sam?) was very informative and knowledgeable and took…”
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.”
A full-day Phnom Penh highlights tour that mixes Wat Phnom and markets with S21 (Tuol Sleng) and the Killing Fields, plus local lunch.
“Very well organised tour and punctual . Mr. Sop collected us from our hotel and took us to see various sights in his AC van . We were given an agenda beforehand but during the day , it was tailored more to our preferred requirements. Water , coke and beers were offered throughout . Ate…”
A small-group tuk-tuk food crawl in Phnom Penh with 20 tastings and unlimited drinks, from Royal Palace alleyways to Bassac Lane.
“Great trip to get to try local foods and see the Russian Market. We had a diverse selection of foods in equally diverse settings, finished off with a very nice cocktail.”
Private tuk-tuk Phnom Penh plus Silk Island ferry. Visit Royal Palace, Wat Phnom, Golden Temple, then learn silk weaving hands-on.
“Had a great day with Mr Vann. We visited many sites and he chose a fantastic restaurant for lunch. Just think $55 for the tour is too expensive”
Cycle from Phnom Penh to Mekong islands for ferry rides, a family dried-tofu stop, and silk weaving taught by locals on quiet backroads.
“The tour was very enjoyable and our guide was great. Good cycling pace on mostly flat ground. It was amazing to escape the hustle and bustle of the city for half a day and explore a local market, a tofu skin factory and a silk weaving business. We got to try some delicious fresh fruit…”
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.
“We were picked up from our hotel at 8am, punctually. Our guide was Sina. He was humble, informative and excellent. After each explanation of the sight, he always asked if we had questions. He spoke clearly and gave us the right amount of information (some guides give almost a lecture- too much!). We were picked…”
Phnom Penh by tuk-tuk at night in 3 hours, hitting 9 sights with an English-speaking guide, photos, and a local dinner option.
“Nick was friendly, knowledgeable and went above and beyond to ensure our tour was comfortable and informative. highly recommend this tour”
A small-group Phnom Penh evening food tour by tuk-tuk with tastings, dinner, and unlimited local beer or soft drinks.
“The overall experience was great, lots of fun with the other couples and guides but we felt it was overpriced for what we received. Food was good but not fantastic, was offered a final beer to end the evening and in the end was handed a tab for the final drink. Rather unprofessional.”
Half-day visit to Tuol Sleng and Choeung Ek with an English guide, hotel pickup, and context on Khmer Rouge sites.
“Nay was an incredibly intelligent and informative guide, explaining through real experiences and emotion, making our tour feel incredibly authentic and engaging. I recommend him incredibly highly!”
Private tuk-tuk tour in Phnom Penh covering Tuol Sleng, Killing Fields, Royal Palace, key temples, and monument stops. Full or half day.
“Mr Vann was a great tour guide! We really appreciated him sharing his story and personal experiences. We decided to skip the Killing Fields - the itinerary was well paced. We ended up spending 3 hours at the Memorial. Mr Vann was great and very accomodating. Thank you!”
The Royal Palace and the riverfront, the Mekong at dusk, the markets and the food lanes, and the history every visitor comes to understand.
