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Siem Reap Hotels, Things to Do & Travel Guide

Pace: balanced Historic Spiritual Adventurous Cultural
Ideal trip length
3 - 5 days
Busiest
Nov-Feb
Siem Reap
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At a glance

Climate
Tropical
Languages
Khmer and English
Local currency
USD (USD)
Local time
(GMT+7)
Ideal trip length
3–5 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Pub Street/Old Market Area
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Appreciated, not mandatory.

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 70 · Good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Amok Trey Khmer Curry Lok Lak Nom Banh Chok

When to visit Siem Reap

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: January, December Busiest: Nov-Feb
  1. Jan
    90

    Dry, cool

  2. Feb
    88

    Dry, warm

  3. Mar
    70

    Hot, dry

  4. Apr
    65

    Hot, humid

  5. May
    60

    Hot, rains

  6. Jun
    65

    Wet, humid

  7. Jul
    70

    Wet, green

  8. Aug
    70

    Wet, lush

  9. Sept
    65

    Heavy rains

  10. Oct
    75

    Rains ease

  11. Nov
    85

    Dry, pleasant

  12. Dec
    90

    Dry, cool

Things to do in Siem Reap

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

2 places

Angkor Wat Sunrise

Angkor Archaeological Park 4 hrs

Witness the iconic sunrise over the world-famous Angkor Wat temple.

Outdoors Good for children

Bayon Temple & Angkor Thom

Angkor Thom 3 hrs

Discover the enigmatic smiling faces carved into the towers of Bayon Temple within Angkor Thom.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

3 places

Ta Prohm (Tomb Raider Temple)

Angkor Archaeological Park 2 hrs

Explore the atmospheric jungle temple where giant tree roots embrace ancient stone structures.

Outdoors Good for children

Khmer Cooking Class

Siem Reap town 3.5 hrs

Learn to prepare traditional Cambodian dishes using fresh local ingredients.

Indoors Good for children

Tonle Sap Lake Floating Villages

Outside Siem Reap 4.5 hrs

Take a boat trip to witness the unique stilted and floating communities on Southeast Asia's largest lake.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the evening

2 places

Pub Street & Old Market

Siem Reap town 3 hrs

Immerse yourself in the vibrant nightlife, street food, and souvenir shopping of Siem Reap.

Outdoors Good for children

Phare, The Cambodian Circus

Siem Reap town 1.5 hrs

Enjoy a unique, energetic performance by Cambodian artists blending theater, music, and acrobatics.

Indoors Good for children

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2 Days in Siem Reap — Food & Wine

Savor the rich flavors and vibrant culinary scene of Cambodia's cultural heart.

Embark on a delightful 2-day gastronomic journey through Siem Reap, perfect for foodies and culture enthusiasts. This itinerary explores the city's authentic Khmer cuisine, from hands-on cooking classes to sophisticated fine dining and unique local beverages. Discover the vibrant markets, hidden culinary gems, and the warm hospitality that defines Siem Reap's food and wine landscape.

2 Days 8 Stops
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Tours and activities in Siem Reap

Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.

Siem Reap: Kompong Pluk Tonle Sap , Floating Village Tour Cruise Standard tour

Siem Reap: Kompong Pluk Tonle Sap , Floating Village Tour Cruise

4 hours (approx.)
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Practical ratings

Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.

Eating & Culinary
Amok Trey 95 · Outstanding
Khmer Curry 87 · Outstanding
Lok Lak 78 · Very good
Nom Banh Chok 70 · Good

Signature Experiences
Angkor Wat Sunrise 95 · Outstanding
Bayon Temple & Angkor Thom 91 · Outstanding
Ta Prohm (Tomb Raider Temple) 87 · Outstanding
Pub Street & Old Market 83 · Very good
Phare, The Cambodian Circus 78 · Very good
Khmer Cooking Class 74 · Good
Tonle Sap Lake Floating Villages 70 · Good

Best Suitable For
Solo 95 · Outstanding
Couples 90 · Outstanding
Families 85 · Outstanding
Friends 80 · Very good
Budget 75 · Very good
Adventure 70 · Good

Planning & Tips
Hire a tuk-tuk driver for convenient temple tours. 95 · Outstanding
Carry small USD bills and some Cambodian Riel. 83 · Very good
Dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered at temples. 70 · Good

Ratings and recommendations are curated from local travel data.

Near Siem Reap

Straight-line distance from the centre of Siem Reap.

Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh
Cambodia

231 km away

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Getaways from Siem Reap

Places people from Siem Reap travel to, from our own travel research.

Phnom Penh Phnom Penh Cambodia
Sihanoukville Cambodia
Battambang Cambodia
Bangkok Bangkok Thailand Pattaya Pattaya Thailand Ho Chi Minh City Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam Hanoi Hanoi Vietnam Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur Malaysia Singapore Singapore Singapore Hong Kong Hong Kong Hong Kong
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