Phnom Penh City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Phnom Penh City Centre
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Silver Pagoda
After visiting Silver Pagoda, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Phnom Penh. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
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
Aromatherapy Hot Stone Massage Relaxation & Healing Therapy
Our pick of the best Phnom Penh City Centre Hotel Deals
Plantation Urban Resort & Spa
Very eco freindly hotel and located in good place as it’s close to lots of the tourist places.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Luxcity Hotel & Apartment
It is a short ride away from many places of interests.
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Aquarius Hotel & Urban Resort Phnom Penh
The staff here make the difference. Beautiful Phnom Penh views rooftop pool.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Palace Gate Hotel & Resort By EHM
Right next door to the royal palace this is a lovely hotel with very friendly and helpful staff. The pool area is the highlight and centrepiece - an oasis. The rooms are large and comfortable - likewise the bed was large and amazingly comfortable. Pillow options available although we felt what we ...
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh
everything excellent !
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Chaiya Palace Hotel
This is one of our best hotel experiences and we would absolutely stay here again. The staff were so accommodating and even though the latest we could check out was 1 pm, our flight was at midnight and they let us stay to use the pool, order food to the pool, use the spa and even shower. They were ...
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Phnom Penh City Centre
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.
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.
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.
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.
