Mean Chey Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Riverside
Riverside is just one of the places to see in Phnom Penh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Royal Palace
Befitting the home of Cambodia’s royalty, the glittering golden roofline of this palace dominates Phnom Penh’s skyline.
Central Market
Whether you’re looking for fresh food or a new watch, you can buy just about anything imaginable within the walls of Phnom Penh’s famous cross-shaped market.
Phnom Penh Night Market
During your visit to Phnom Penh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Phnom Penh Night Market. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
This former prison outside Phnom Penh brings to light the brutality of Pol Pot’s Khmer Rouge and honors the 17,000 people who lost their lives here.
Tuol Tom Pong Market
During your visit to Phnom Penh, you can do some window-shopping at Tuol Tom Pong Market. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Activities
Private Taxi Siem Reap-Phnom Penh Or Phnom Penh-Siem Reap
Phnom Penh: killing field & Toul Sleng genocide museum Tour
Phnom Penh: Mekong River Sunset Cruise with free flow drink
The Killing Field and Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) Tour
Our pick of the best Mean Chey Hotel Deals
The Bridge Club
Reasonable rate with breakfast included so that was a bonus. Not the cleanest condition though and when we asked for towels and toilet paper they only brought two towels for the 4 of us… and no toilet paper so we had to buy our own.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Plantation Urban Resort & Spa
Exceptional service, lovely room, spa, pool and dining experience - an oasis in central city, only a few minutes walk from main sites
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Luxcity Hotel & Apartment
In Phnom Penh, you do not have to pay too much attention to the hotel location. Tuktuk rides do not cost you much if you wish to have a drink at night. I would rather cherish the quiet atmosphere around the hotel. Luxcity Hotel is perfect in that sense. Across the street is a military barrack. The ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Palace Gate Hotel & Resort by EHM
The staff were amazing.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Shangri-La Phnom Penh
Great hotel ! The view is great and very close to all the activities ! Will stay there again !
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Oakwood Premier Phnom Penh
Always a great experience
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mean Chey
Dangkao
If you're spending some time in Dangkao, Phnom Penh Memorial Stupa and Synny Water Park are top sights worth seeing.
Chamkar Mon
Casinos, cocktail bars and spas are some highlights of Chamkar Mon. Make a stop by Independence Monument or AEON Mall while you're exploring.
Boeung Keng Kang
Travellers come to Boeung Keng Kang for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Independence Monument and Preah Sihanouk Garden while you're in town.
Sangkat Tonle Bassac
While visiting Sangkat Tonle Bassac, you might make a stop by sights like AEON Mall and NagaWorld Casino.
Sangkat Veal Vong
While visiting Sangkat Veal Vong, you might make a stop by sights like Olympic Stadium and City Mall.
Prampir Makara
Prampir Makara is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Orussey Market and Olympic Stadium.
