Cambodia

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Overview

There's a magic about this charming yet confounding kingdom that casts a spell on visitors. An adventure to Cambodia will inspire travelers to contemplate what happens when ancient and modern worlds collide.

01 / Attractions

Must-see attractions

Bayon
Temples of Angkor
At the heart of Angkor Thom is the 12th-century Bayon, the mesmerising, if slightly mind-bending, state temple of Jayavarman VII. It epitomises the…
Banteay Srei
Cambodia
Considered by many to be the jewel in the crown of Angkorian art, Banteay Srei is cut from stone of a pinkish hue and includes some of the finest stone…
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
Phnom Penh
In 1975 Tuol Svay Prey High School was taken over by Pol Pot’s security forces and turned into a prison known as Security Prison 21 (S-21); it soon became…
Beng Mealea
Temples of Angkor
A spectacular sight to behold, Beng Mealea, located about 68km northeast of Siem Reap, is one of the most mysterious temples at Angkor, as nature has well…
Angkor Wat
Temples of Angkor
The traveller's first glimpse of Angkor Wat, the ultimate expression of Khmer genius, is matched by only a few select spots on earth. Built by Suryavarman…
Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary
Cambodia
Prek Toal is one of three biospheres on the Tonlé Sap lake, and this stunning bird sanctuary makes it the most worthwhile and straightforward of the three…
Ta Prohm
Temples of Angkor
The so-called 'Tomb Raider Temple', Ta Prohm is cloaked in dappled shadow, its crumbling towers and walls locked in the slow muscular embrace of vast root…
Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Centre
Cambodia
This wonderful wildlife sanctuary for rescued animals is home to gibbons, sun bears, elephants, tigers, lions, deer, enormous pythons and a massive bird…

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02 / Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

From exploring Angkor Wat to learning to cook local dishes in Phnom Penh, here are the best experiences in Cambodia.

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Best Places to Visit

Cambodia is a richly diverse and beautiful nation just brimming with incredible sights. These are our 10 favorite places to visit when you get there.

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Best Time to Visit

Locals joke that Cambodia has three seasons – hot, hotter and hottest – but some months are better to visit than others depending on your plans.

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Things to Know

Make the most of your trip to Cambodia with these top planning tips, from packing to which currencies are accepted.

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Transportation

Compact Cambodia is surprisingly easy to get around – if you know the right ways.

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Visa Requirements

Do you need a visa to visit to Cambodia? Can you extend your visa? Where do you enter the country? We have answers to all your questions.

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Money and Costs

Cambodia is incredibly cheap when compared with destinations in Europe or North America. These top tips can make your budget stretch even further.

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Best Road Trips

The best way to take in the magic of Cambodia might be on two wheels. Here is our guide to the top motorcycle itineraries in this Southeast Asian country.

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Get Connected

Want to use your phone in Cambodia? Use this guide to get connected.

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