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Riverside cafés, rooftop bars and hidden gems — your guide to the best of Phnom Penh.
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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.

Backyard Cafe
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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Until Sep 30Culture
Roots of the Village Exhibition
Rosewood Phnom Penh Art Gallery, Level 35
Until Dec 5Culture
The Root — Solo Exhibition by Pen Robit
SNA Arts Management
Until Sep 30Culture
Roots of the Village
Art Gallery, Rosewood Phnom Penh
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When to go
The best month for Phnom Penh
March
Sweet spotA sweet spot: dry enough and manageable crowds.
- Crowds
- Busy
- Rain
- Dry · 37 mm
- Heat
- 34.4°C
Rainfall and heat, month by month
Full climate chartDriest 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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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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All places in Phnom Penh (52)
Ambre
Shopping · Khan Daun Penh
Luxurious Cambodian fashion brand offering bespoke and ready-to-wear collections inspired by Khmer heritage.
Artisans Angkor
Shopping · Riverside
Premier destination for authentic Cambodian arts, crafts, and silk products, supporting local artisans.
Backyard Cafe
Restaurant · Daun Penh
A long-standing healthy cafe on Street 240 with fresh, nourishing food.
Bai Sor
Restaurant · Daun Penh
A contemporary Khmer restaurant reviving Cambodia’s culinary heritage with depth, elegance and a true sense of place.
Bakong Tourist
Practical · Cambodia
Reliable money exchange service with multiple locations across Phnom Penh, offering competitive rates for tourists and locals.
Bassac Signature Hotel & Residence
Hotel · Tonle Bassac
A signature hotel and residence in the heart of Phnom Penh, just 500 metres from the Independence Monument.
Camboticket
Practical · Cambodia
Book buses and ferries across Cambodia
Central Market (Phsar Thmey)
Activities · Daun Penh
Explore Phnom Penh's iconic Art Deco Central Market, a bustling hub of local commerce offering everything from fresh produce to souvenirs and jewelry
Choeung Ek Memorial
Culture · Dangkao
A memorial on the outskirts of Phnom Penh, connected to the history of the former S-21 prison.
Elephant Bar
Nightlife · Daun Penh
Phnom Penh's legendary cocktail bar at Raffles Hotel Le Royal, home of the Femme Fatale and one of Asia's finest gin collections.
Factory Phnom Penh
Culture · Chak Angre
A creative campus with art-filled lanes, workspaces, food venues and an events programme.
For Someone I Like
Shopping · Toul Tompoung
Charming gift shop offering a curated selection of unique, locally-made products and souvenirs.
Grab Transportation & Deliveries
Practical · Cambodia
Essential ride-hailing and delivery service in Phnom Penh
Himawari Hotel Apartments
Hotel · Sisowath Quay
Elegant five-star riverside hotel apartment with spacious suites, wellness amenities, and panoramic views over the Mekong.
Homy Coffee & Tea
Café · BKK1
A coffee shop offering a wide range of coffee and tea.
Independence Monument
Activities · Tonle Bassac
Iconic landmark commemorating Cambodia's independence from France, located in the heart of Phnom Penh.
Indigo Wellness Spa
Wellness · Royal Palace
Experience holistic relaxation and rejuvenation at Indigo Wellness Spa, Phnom Penh's sanctuary for mind, body, and spirit.
Khla Spices & Tea
Shopping · Tuol Tom Poung
Exceptional organic-certified spices and teas, Kampot pepper PGI, Asian teas and rare spices in Phnom Penh.
Kravanh
Restaurant · Royal Palace
Discover refined Khmer cuisine at Kravanh, where traditional recipes meet modern innovation
La Chronique
Hotel · Toul Tumpong
A hotel with a café and bistro on Street 135, near the Russian Market.
La Plantation - boutique
Shopping · Toul Tompoung
La Plantation is an organic, fair-trade farm in Kampot, Cambodia, producing award-winning Kampot pepper and spices using traditional methods.
Lagrace café
Café · Royal Palace
Elegant café housed in a restored colonial building, offering artisanal coffee, fresh pastries, and light meals
Le Langka
Restaurant · BKK1
A modern French bistro in Langka Lane, near BKK1.
Le Manolis
Restaurant · Daun Penh
Nestled in a charming colonial building, Le Manolis offers an exquisite French dining experience in the historic heart of Phnom Penh
Le Moon Rooftop
Nightlife · Riverside
Sophisticated rooftop lounge offering panoramic views of the Mekong River and Royal Palace
Malis
Restaurant · Tonle Bassac
Experience the finest Khmer cuisine at Malis, where traditional recipes meet contemporary presentation
Mekong River Sunset Cruise
Activities · Riverside
Embark on a memorable journey along the Mekong River aboard a traditional wooden vessel
National Museum of Cambodia
Culture · Riverside
Khmer art and sculpture beside the Royal Palace, with galleries around a garden courtyard.
Olympic Stadium Phnom Penh
Culture · Olympic
Vann Molyvann’s central sports complex, a landmark of New Khmer Architecture.
Peppermill Museum
Activities · Russian Market
Discover the fascinating world of pepper at the Peppermill Museum, showcasing the history and cultural significance of Kampot pepper.
Pour un Sourire d'Enfant (PSE)
Activities · Meanchey
A life-changing NGO offering education, training, and care to Cambodia’s most vulnerable children.
Raffles Hotel Le Royal
Hotel · Wat Phnom
A historic Phnom Penh hotel opened in 1929, with the Elephant Bar and heritage architecture.
Riverside Walk
Activities · Riverside
A scenic promenade along the Tonle Sap River, perfect for leisurely strolls, people-watching, and enjoying Phnom Penh's vibrant atmosphere.
Rosewood Phnom Penh
Hotel · Daun Penh
Phnom Penh's most exclusive address, with panoramic views, refined luxury, and exceptional service.
Royal Palace
Activities · Royal Palace
Step into Cambodia's regal heritage at Phnom Penh's Royal Palace, a stunning complex of golden spires and traditional Khmer architecture
Russian Market
Activities · Tuol Tom Poung
Phnom Penh's most iconic local market, famous for souvenirs, street food, and affordable shopping.
Seekers Spirits
Shopping · Riverside
A boutique shop offering a wide range of spirits, wines, and beers.
Senteurs d'Angkor
Shopping · Daun Penh
Discover authentic Cambodian treasures at Senteurs d'Angkor, a premium artisanal shop showcasing the finest local products
Silk Island Tour
Activities · Silk Islands
Discover the traditional silk-weaving communities of Koh Dach (Silk Island), just 30 minutes from Phnom Penh
Silver Pagoda
Activities · Royal Palace
Known as Wat Preah Keo Morokat (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), the Silver Pagoda houses national treasures including the Emerald Buddha and life-sized golden Buddha encrusted with diamonds
Smart - Phnom Penh
Practical · Multiple
Leading telecommunications provider in Cambodia offering mobile, internet, and digital services.
Soma Hotel Riverside
Hotel · Daun Penh, Phnom Penh
Elegant riverside boutique hotel with modern design, excellent service, rooftop bar and pool near the Royal Palace.
Sora Bar
Nightlife · Vattanac Capital
Luxurious sky bar offering panoramic views of Phnom Penh from the 37th floor of Rosewood Hotel
Sosoro Museum
Activities · Riverside
Discover Cambodia's fascinating monetary and economic history at the Sosoro Museum, featuring interactive exhibits on ancient trade, traditional commerce, and the evolution of Khmer currency.
The Pavilion
Hotel · Daun Penh
Boutique adults-only hotel hidden in a lush colonial villa near the Royal Palace, with two pools and a relaxed tropical atmosphere.
Traditional Cooking Classes
Activities · Riverside
Learn the secrets of authentic Khmer cuisine in hands-on cooking classes led by expert chefs, featuring market visits and traditional cooking techniques
TUBE COFFEE
Café · Multiple
Cambodia's leading coffee chain with 75+ branches nationwide. Fast service, affordable prices, and quality drinks.
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
Culture · Boeung Keng Kang
The former S-21 prison, now a place of remembrance and learning about Cambodia’s recent history.
UCare Pharmacy - Phnom Penh
Practical · BKK1
Ucare Pharmacy is Cambodia's most trusted pharmacy chain, offering certified advice, wellness products, and beauty essentials across 25+ locations in Phnom Penh and major tourist cities.
Wat Langka
Culture · BKK1
A Buddhist monastery near Independence Monument, within walking distance of BKK1.
Wat Ounalom
Culture · Riverside
A major Buddhist monastery near the river, the National Museum and the Royal Palace.
Wat Phnom
Activities · Wat Phnom
Perched atop a 27-meter artificial hill, Wat Phnom is the spiritual heart of Phnom Penh and the temple that gave the city its name







