Tuol Kouk Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Riverside
During your trip to Phnom Penh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Riverside. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of 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.
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.
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.
Activities
The Killing Field and Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) Tour
Private Taxi Siem Reap-Phnom Penh Or Phnom Penh-Siem Reap
Phnom Penh: killing field & Toul Sleng genocide museum Tour
Aromatherapy Hot Stone Massage Relaxation & Healing Therapy
Phnom Penh: Mekong River Sunset Cruise with free flow drink
Our pick of the best Tuol Kouk Hotel Deals
Fairfield By Marriott Phnom Penh
Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025
Jaya Suites Hotel
Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025
Amata Residence
Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025
Amanda Hotel
Reviewed on 7 May 2025
Plantation Urban Resort & Spa
Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025
The Bridge Club
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tuol Kouk
Sangkat Veal Vong
While visiting Sangkat Veal Vong, you might make a stop by sights like Olympic Stadium and City Mall.
Khan 7 Makara
While visiting Khan 7 Makara, you might make a stop by sights like Olympic Stadium 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.
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 Wat Phnom while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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 Wat Phnom.
Chinatown
While there might not be top attractions in Chinatown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Central Market and Wat Phnom.
- Royal Palace
- Central Market
- Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
- Independence Monument
- National Museum of Cambodia
- Cambodia-Vietnam Friendship Monument
- Choeung Ek Genocidal Center
- Orussey Market
- Riverfront Park
- Royal Cambodia Phnom Penh Golf Club
- Wat Ounalom
- Samdach Hun Sen Park
- Old Market
- Kandal Market
- Chroy Changvar Bridge