Visiting Phnom Penh City

Visiting Phnom Penh City

Cambodia’s capital is the frenetic heartbeat of the nation. For visitors, this is Cambodia’s most cosmopolitan destination. It has a cafe and restaurant scene unrivaled in the rest of the country. Additionally, it hosts many significant historical sites. These sites reveal both the ancient and current histories of Cambodia.

Visiting Phnom Penh City

On a full-day private tour of the city, explore Phnom Penh. Visit the National Museum. Ascend to the summit of Wat Phnom. Take in the majestic columns of the Royal Palace.

Then visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. It was formerly Security Prison 21 (S-21). This Khmer Rouge-era prison helps visitors learn about Cambodia’s horrific past.

Your personal guide will share commentary on a visit to the Killing Fields at Choeng Ek. Go for lunch and a market tour, visit Phnom Penh, the capital city.

What To Expect

1. Royal Palace
   • Start your tour of Cambodia’s Royal Palace, which stands majestically in the city center just off the riverfront area. Several buildings are open to visitors, including the ‘Silver Pagoda’, whose floor is lined with solid silver tiles. An hour-Admission Ticket Excluded
2. National Museum
   • Continue to the National Museum. Located in a fabulous old building, the museum is filled with art and artifacts dating back to the pre-Angkorian era. An hour-admission ticket is excluded.
3. Wat Phnom
   • At the north end of the city is the hilltop pagoda of Wat Phnom, for which the capital was named. Climb the stairs to the top of the hill for fabulous views of the city below. An hour-Admission Ticket Excluded
4. Choeung-Ek Genocidal Center
   • In the afternoon, explore the country’s tragic recent history with a tour of Tuol Sleng Prison (S-21). Then visit the Killing Fields at Choeng Ek. These sites are sobering reminders of the evils of the Khmer Rouge regime. Although not a joyful tour, visiting these monuments unlocks keys to understanding the development of this still developing country. 30 minutes-Admission Ticket Excluded
5. Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
   • In the afternoon, explore the country’s tragic recent history. Take a tour of Tuol Sleng Prison (S-21) and the Killing Fields at Choeng Ek. These are sobering reminders of the evils of the Khmer Rouge regime. Although not a joyful tour, visiting these monuments unlocks keys to understanding the development of this still developing country. An hour-Admission Ticket excluded.
6. Russian Market
   • Test out your bargaining skills as you wander through the stalls filled with souvenirs, local handicrafts, and electronic goods. 30 minutes-Admission Ticket Free

What’s Included?

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transport by private vehicle
• Local guide (driver)
• Drinks

What’s Excluded?

• Lunch
• Gratuities

Departure & Return- Point

• Traveler pickup is offered.
• Your hotel in Phnom Penh

Departure Time

• 8:00 AM

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