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CAMBODIA TRAVEL GUIDE: 10 THINGS TO DO IN PHNOM PENH

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Cambodia’s capital city Phnom Penh is one of the most chaotic yet magical places to visit in Southeast Asia, but there’s an array of unique things to do in Phnom Penh.

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I have visited Phnom Penh twice now and loved it both times so I can’t wait to share some of the best things to do in Phnom Penh with you. 

Killing Fields Cambodia

The MOST important place to visit in Phnom Penh is a trip to the Killing Fields Cambodia. The site is now a memorial for all those that died throughout the regime.

Each of the almost 6,000 S21 (Tuol Svay High School) portraits that have been recovered tells a story shock, resignation, confusion, defiance and horror.

S21 Tuol Svay High School

The palace was constructed between 1866 and 1870 after King Norodom relocated the royal capital from Oudong to Phnom Penh, built atop an old citadel called Banteay Kev.

Royal Palace Phnom Penh

If you love a good bargain like me, then head to The Central Market. The market is an Art Deco landmark of Phnom Penh, with bright yellow colouring on the exterior.

Central Market

An important monument in the country's history and is recognised with this stunning lotus-shaped stupa, of the style seen at the Khmer temple at Banteay Srei.

Independence Monument Phnom Penh

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