Top-rated Phnom Penh Attractions, Landmarks & More
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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Silk Island Cycling Adventure & lunch with localsMike_L, Aug 2026
See a part of Phnom Penh beyond the usual spots
A unique experience in Phnom Penh, which gets you outside and beyond the touristic spots in the center of the city. It is a full, busy, active half-day experience, with lots of bike riding through farmlands of Silk Island, and multiple stops. Our guide, Presey, was exceptional!
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Killing field and Toul Sleng genocide museum Tour925laurencej, Aug 2026
Confronting Cambodia’s Darkest History
An experience that leaves you feeling sombre and deeply saddened, but also gives you a powerful insight into the scale and brutality of the Khmer Rouge genocide. Visiting both sites together makes the experience particularly meaningful: Tuol Sleng (S-21) provides a harrowing insight into the machinery of imprisonment, interrogation and torture (best visited first), while the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek shows the horrifying fate of many of those who passed through it. Together, they put the human cost of Cambodia's history into stark perspective.Transport between the sites is easily arranged using Grab, making it straightforward to visit independently rather than as part of a tour. If you do go independently, I would strongly recommend hiring the audio guides. They are exceptionally clear, informative and easy to follow, with numbered stops corresponding to the locations around each site. Being able to pause and move at your own pace also gives you some space to take in what you are seeing. A guide, however, can offer a more personal perspective and provide additional historical context that you won't necessarily get from the audio guide.Allow plenty of time rather than trying to rush through both locations. This isn't really an attraction to be ticked off a sightseeing list; it is an experience that benefits from being approached slowly and respectfully. Some of the material is understandably difficult to hear and see, and the atmosphere at both sites is very sombre.Although August can be hot and humid, going early in the morning is worthwhile, both to avoid the worst of the heat and to experience the sites before they become busy. Take water, wear comfortable footwear and be prepared for the visit to be emotionally draining.Perhaps the most important reason to visit is that the experience isn't simply about confronting Cambodia's darkest period. Seeing the evidence of what happened, while also seeing how Cambodia has rebuilt itself, provides a striking reminder of the resilience of people and the importance of remembering what happened. You leave feeling sombre, but also with a greater appreciation for Cambodia's present and its hopes for the future.
Elmas_A, Aug 2026
An Exceptional and Insightful Day Exploring Phnom Penh’s History
Wonderful Full-Day Tour with SinaWe had a very well-planned full-day tour covering the Killing Fields, S21 Prison, the Royal Palace and more. Everything was organised perfectly, and we travelled in a very comfortable van with a small group of just two people, which made the experience feel very personal.The Killing Fields and S21 were, understandably, very heavy and emotional experiences. Sina was incredibly knowledgeable and explained the history with great depth and sensitivity. His English was excellent, and we never felt the need for audio guides because his explanations were so clear and engaging.Sina made the whole day informative, comfortable and easy, while giving us plenty of time at each place. Highly recommended if you want to understand Phnom Penh and Cambodia’s history beyond simply seeing the sights.
W6642OYsallyc, Aug 2026
Fantastic food tour with Chea
This was our second tour in Cambodia with Lost Plate, and it was just as great as the first! We loved exploring Phnom Penh and trying so many new dishes at local restaurants – everything was delicious.
It was also fantastic getting to know Chea and hearing more about Cambodia and Phnom Penh from him. He was a brilliant tour guide, really friendly and knowledgeable, and we had such a good laugh with him along the way.
We had a great time and would highly recommend this tour!
andrewcU8075MU, Aug 2026
Incredible food tour with our amazing guide Chea
We did a Lost Plates food tour in Siem Reap and we enjoyed it so much that we wanted to do another in Phnom Penh.
The tour was absolutely amazing, we went to a number of different places and tried lots of great local foods in restaurants tourists wouldn’t usually go to.
Our guide, Chea was absolutely amazing. He was so charismatic, funny and a great person to spend time with whilst going round a busy city. We got on so well and he was a big reason why the experience was so special.
Chea is such an interesting person and works so hard to make sure you’re having the best time.
There is lots of food so arrive hungry.
I highly recommend doing food tours with Lost Plates
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Killing field and Toul Sleng genocide museum TourRyley_C, Aug 2026
Great tour and history,...
Great tour and history, showed every part of cambodias history and even met with last survivor that was in the camp
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Silk Island Cycling Adventure & lunch with localssamlP5460AH, Jul 2026
Unreal Experience
We had an awesome time! Cycled around the island and stopped at places to learn from and talk to the locals about life on the island. Highlights were the Silk Island Community and lunch on the floating restaurant. Our guide Mon was so good and so helpful. Defs recommend if you are in Phnom Penh.
Corey_W, Jul 2026
Sina’s tours are Special!
Wow just wow! Sina’s tour is by far the best part of my Cambodia excursion! Sina was extremely and very knowledgeable as he guided us through temples, palaces and even the killing fields! Further, I saw so many people who did a prior tour with Sina and they were smiling were smiling from ear to ear because they knew we were in great hands! Thank you Sina for an incredible tour!
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Killing Field & Paddy Rice Fields Tuk Tuk AdventureNicole_R, Feb 2025
Great experience !
The guide was informative and friendly . I would highly recommend this tour . The guide was very knowledgeable on history and spoke English very well . He also had a wonderful sense of humor. As they say first impressions mean everything ! This impression was a good start to the first time experience to Cambodia .
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Killing field and Toul Sleng genocide museum TourJo_C, Jul 2026
Do this tour!!!
The guide was absolutely amazing!!!
Not only was the tour wonderful, but his personal stories of the genocide made it compelling!
Truly humbled by the people's experience and their accepting nature in the pursuit for peace for their families moving forward x x x x
ramiroj992, Jul 2026
Highly recommend this tour
Sina was an amazing guide the whole day. From the hotel pick up, to the constant offering of beverages such as ice cold water and soft drinks. Tour was very organise and described very well. As well offering time for photos along the way. It was also a great way to finish in the central market. Overall I would highly recommend this tour if you are wanting to explore Phnom Penh and it’s deep rich and tragic past aswell as the beautiful architecture of the place and other places.
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Killing field and Toul Sleng genocide museum TourBarry_S, Jul 2026
Killing fields guided tour
Our guide , Ran ,was extremely knowledgeable. He has a very personal and first hand connection to this terrible time in Cambodia's history , I won't spoil it by saying anything. Ran also spoke great English. While a harrowing experience , its one that is necessary to know. A great value half day tour. Recommended.
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Killing field and Toul Sleng genocide museum Tourtrinamareem, Jul 2026
Highly recommend this tour
It was a good tour. Ran our guide was very informative and he new the history, dates and explained it clearly. Highly recommend this tour
416barryn, Jul 2026
Great Journey
A fantastic and very informative journey around Phnom Penh. Sina was a wonderful guide.
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Killing field and Toul Sleng genocide museum TourlucadU7645MC, Jul 2026
Killing Fields tour with Ran
Ran was awesome! He taught us so much about not only his personal experiences throughout the time but also a very detailed account of what happened generally. He had so much knowledge on dates, events and people and answered every question we had. I absolutely recommend doing the tour with him :)
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Silk Island Cycling Adventure & lunch with localsTy_D, Jul 2026
Our tour guide Mon was so...
Our tour guide Mon was so awesome and made us feel welcome. We rode bikes through the streets of Silk Island and seeing the markets, and saw the country side where we visited farms. And finally our time at the silk island facility was really eye opening. We got to speak with the workers and touched the silk cocoons. So far this has been one of my favorite tours and experiences in Phnom Penh area. I would really recommend.
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