Insights
Royal Palace
Official residence of the King, featuring ornate Khmer architecture.
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
Former high school turned prison during Khmer Rouge era, now a museum.
Choeung Ek Genocidal Center
Site of mass graves from Khmer Rouge regime, known as the Killing Fields.
National Museum of Cambodia
Museum housing extensive collection of Khmer art and artifacts.
Wat Phnom
Buddhist temple on a hill, considered the founding place of Phnom Penh.
Central Market (Psar Thmei)
Art Deco market offering a variety of goods and local cuisine.
Russian Market (Tuol Tom Poung Market)
Popular market for souvenirs, clothing, and handicrafts.
Independence Monument
Monument commemorating Cambodia's independence from France.
Sisowath Quay
Riverfront promenade lined with restaurants and shops.
Phnom Penh Night Market
Evening market featuring street food, clothing, and live entertainment.
BKK1
Trendy area with cafes, bars, and popular with expats and NGOs.
Daun Penh
Historic center with royal palace, government buildings, and colonial architecture.
Tonle Bassac
Residential area with modern buildings, shopping malls, and government offices.
Toul Tom Poung
Local feel with vibrant food and bar scene, popular with expats.
Sisowath Quay (Riverside)
Lively hub with scenic river views, restaurants, and boat tours.
Koh Dach (Silk Island)
Tranquil island known for silk weaving and traditional Cambodian village life.
Beung Trabek
Emerging neighborhood with local and international dining options.
Northern Part of the City (Wat Phnom)
A region known for high tourist traffic and associated risks of theft and robbery.
Red-Light District near Sisowath Quay
An area with numerous hostess bars, posing safety risks especially at night.
Phnom Penh Lakeside
An area with street art but also known for being a somewhat abandoned district with many dilapidated buildings.
Sisowath Quay
A riverside promenade that can be risky at night due to possible intoxicated individuals.
PNH
Phnom Penh International Airport