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Restaurants, cafés, rooftops and walks: our local pointers for discovering Phnom Penh, neighbourhood by neighbourhood.

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Sosoro Museum
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Sosoro Museum

To truly experience Cambodia, a visit to the SOSORO Museum is a must. This modern and engaging space, complete with a charming garden café, brings the country's rich history to life. Don't miss the rare 7th-century coin of King Içanavarman, the oldest Cambodian currency ever found. Ticket prices are accessible to all: 2,000 riels for students and kids, 4,000 riels for Cambodian nationals, and 20,000 riels for foreigners. For a deeper experience, an audioguide is available with each ticket for an additional fee.

For Someone I Like
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For Someone I Like

For Someone I Like is a charming gift shop tucked away in Phnom Penh's vibrant Toul Tompoung neighbourhood. Established in 2017, it showcases a beautifully curated collection of locally-made treasures, from handcrafted jewelry and stylish accessories to artisanal home decor and gourmet delights. Each piece reflects Cambodia's cultural richness with a modern twist, making it ideal for thoughtful gifts or unique souvenirs. With its cozy atmosphere and focus on supporting local artisans and sustainability, this shop is a hidden gem for curious tourists and discerning locals alike.

Grab Transportation & Deliveries
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Grab Transportation & Deliveries

Essential ride-hailing and delivery service in Phnom Penh. Grab offers reliable transportation options including cars, tuk-tuks, and motorbikes through their user-friendly mobile app. Features include upfront pricing, live GPS tracking, and multiple payment methods including cash and cards. Available 24/7 across all districts. The app also provides food delivery, parcel services, and grocery delivery. Download from App Store or Google Play. English and Khmer language support available.

Bakong Tourist
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Bakong Tourist

Bakong Tourist lets visitors pay participating merchants in Cambodia with QR codes. Register with an email address; you do not need a local bank account to sign up. Add funds to your wallet, scan a merchant’s QR code to pay, and use the app’s listed options to withdraw or keep your balance for another trip. 1. Download the app and register by email. 2. Add funds at a listed kiosk or ATM. 3. Scan the merchant’s QR code to pay. 4. Withdraw funds where available, or leave the balance in your wallet. Check the app for supported merchants, top-up and withdrawal locations, and any fees.

Bai Sor
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Bai Sor

Led by Chef Tim Pheak, Bai Sor brings Cambodia’s culinary heritage back to the table with a contemporary, ingredient-driven approach. Located near Post Office Square, the restaurant celebrates traditional recipes, forgotten dishes and the richness of Khmer flavours in a refined yet generous setting. A strong address for travellers who want to experience real Khmer cuisine beyond the usual classics.

TUBE COFFEE
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TUBE COFFEE

TUBE COFFEE is a leading Cambodian-owned coffee chain with over 75 branches across 10 cities, including Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville, Battambang, and Kampot, known for fast service, affordable prices, and quality drinks. A must-try is the signature THNOL COFFEE, meaning "street coffee" and a local favorite. The menu also includes matcha lattes, juice, tea, and pastries. Popular with students, remote workers, and travelers, the Riverside branch offers some of the best Mekong River views in the city.

Bai Sor
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Bai Sor

Daun Penh

Led by Chef Tim Pheak, Bai Sor brings Cambodia’s culinary heritage back to the table with a contemporary, ingredient-driven approach. Located near Post Office Square, the restaurant celebrates traditional recipes, forgotten dishes and the richness of Khmer flavours in a refined yet generous setting. A strong address for travellers who want to experience real Khmer cuisine beyond the usual classics.

Backyard Cafe
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Backyard Cafe

Daun Penh

Backyard Cafe is one of Phnom Penh’s best spots for healthy food. Running since 2015 and now located on Street 240, it serves homemade dishes made with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, with flexitarian, vegetarian, vegan, raw, gluten-free and sugar-free options. The menu includes healthy meat and fish dishes, salads, nourishing bowls, cold-pressed juices, raw desserts, organic wine, evening sharing plates, juice cleanses, delivery and wholefoods to take away.

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When to go

The best month for Phnom Penh

March

Sweet spot

A sweet spot: dry enough and manageable crowds.

Crowds
Busy
Rain
Dry · 37 mm
Heat
34.4°C
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Rainfall and heat, month by month

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Driest around Nov–Apr; wettest in Oct (~306 mm, 25 rainy days). Daytime highs stay 30.5–34.6°C year-round.

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Real prices

What things cost in Phnom Penh

Meal at our restaurants
$10–15
Specialty coffee
$1–4
Drink or cocktail
$10–15
Tuk-tuk in town
$2–3
Laundry (per kg)
$1–2

Median Google prices across our selected places + locally sourced rates.

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Indicative rate ~4,100៛ per $1 (the riel is quasi-pegged). In practice most shops round to 4,000៛: anything under $1 usually comes back as riel change.

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