Chinatown 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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
Wat Phnom
Sitting atop what is considered the only hill in Phnom Penh, this eclectic Buddhist monastery features a fascinating array of shrines, stupas and ornate buildings.
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 Chinatown Hotel Deals
Plantation Urban Resort & Spa
The room was spotless. Breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Aquarius Hotel & Urban Resort Phnom Penh
Great place overall with stunning rooftop pool. Nice breakfast selection. Nice smelling rooms with no mosquitos. Good room cleaning services. Only reason I can't give it 5/5 is the complete lack of soundproofing. You can hear chairs being shoved and other guests walking around on the floor above ...
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Luxcity Hotel & Apartment
This is our third stay at this hotel since arriving in Cambodia, and it just keeps getting better! Everything about this place feels truly 5-star — from the beautiful rooms to the warm, welcoming staff. A huge shout-out to Maco, Khavang and Micheal, who went above and beyond during every one of our ...
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Chaiya Palace Hotel
Room was very clean all staff wonderfull. Mmm your fridge was set to low that why I didnt purchase and drinks from room fidge.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
SUN & MOON, Riverside Hotel
Everything was fantastic great price great service best gym ever had at a hotel.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Phnom Penh
B
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Sangkat Phsar Thmei Ti Pir
Though Sangkat Phsar Thmei Ti Pir may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Central Market and Orussey Market.
Phnom Penh City Centre
Phnom Penh City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its great bars, fascinating museums and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Central Market or Orussey Market while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Daun Penh
The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Daun Penh. Make a stop by National Museum of Cambodia or Central Market while you're exploring the area.
Prampir Makara
Prampir Makara is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Orussey Market and Olympic Stadium.
Khan 7 Makara
While visiting Khan 7 Makara, you might make a stop by sights like Orussey Market and Olympic Stadium.
Sangkat Veal Vong
While visiting Sangkat Veal Vong, you might make a stop by sights like Olympic Stadium and City Mall.
