Phnom Penh City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Phnom Penh City Centre
Popular places to visit

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.

Royal Palace
Befitting the home of Cambodia’s royalty, the glittering golden roofline of this palace dominates Phnom Penh’s skyline.

Independence Monument
Like a massive lotus blooming from Phnom Penh’s center, this monument is a touching tribute to the country’s independence and to the people who made it possible.

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.

Cambodia-Vietnam Friendship Monument
When you walk through Phnom Penh’s Wat Botum Park, pause for a moment to investigate this soaring Communist monument.

National Museum of Cambodia
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in National Museum of Cambodia during your travels in Phnom Penh. Discover the area's lively bars and its fascinating museums.
Activities

Private Taxi Siem Reap-Phnom Penh Or Phnom Penh-Siem Reap

The Killing Field and Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) Tour

Phnom Penh: Mekong River Sunset Cruise with free flow drink

Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21) and Choeung Ek Killing Fields Tour
Our pick of the best Phnom Penh City Centre Hotel Deals

Plantation Urban Resort & Spa
"Wonderful staff and great spot to explore from."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Luxcity Hotel & Apartment
"Great stay , super staff , room clean and well equipped, pool area also clean and pool maintained to a high standard. Food throughout the day fresh and well presented."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Monivong Clover Hotel
"I had a great experience my mother and I enjoyed our stay and can't wait to come back the staff was very friendly and helpful and the room was clean."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Chaiya Palace Hotel
"Nice!Nice! Nice !"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh
"Great friendly staffs, very clean"
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Caravan Hotel by EHM
Other neighbourhoods around Phnom Penh City Centre

Chinatown
While there might not be top attractions in Chinatown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Central Market and Orussey Market.

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.

Khan 7 Makara
While visiting Khan 7 Makara, you might make a stop by sights like Orussey Market and Olympic Stadium.

Prampir Makara
Prampir Makara is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Orussey Market and Olympic Stadium.

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.

Sangkat Veal Vong
While visiting Sangkat Veal Vong, you might make a stop by sights like Olympic Stadium and City Mall.


