HomeAsiaSoutheast AsiaCambodia 13 Places to Visit in Cambodia + Things To Do for First-Timers By Marcos Detourista. Updated on January 2, 2019. Where to go in Cambodia? Achieve your travel goals with this list of beautiful destinations, what to do in Cambodia, best places to visit, Cambodia tourist spots, attractions & more. Do not miss Cambodia, if you love to go on temple runs. This country to home to Southeast Asia’s grandest archaeological site — the ancient city of Angkor. Most travelers only go to Siem Reap to see Angkor Wat. Hopefully, this list will inspire you to visit the country longer and see to other destinations that are worth a peek. Read on to discover must-visit places and top things to do for first-time travelers. 1. Siem Reap Location: Cambodia (west). Save on Google Maps. Angkor Wat is a good reason to wander into this part of the world. It is but one temple in the ancient city of Angkor, which is filled with many other ruined structures worth visiting as well. Travelers arrive by way of Siem Reap, the tourist hub to Angkor and busiest international gateway to Cambodia. How to go: Siem Reap International Airport (REP) is Cambodia’s busiest airport. This airport serves direct flights from Kuala Lumpur (2h flight duration), Bangkok (1h), Singapore (2H), Hong Kong (2H 40m), Seoul and other cities in Southeast and East Asia. Popular airlines include AirAsia, Cambodia Angkor Air, SilkAir, Sky Angkor Airlines, Thai Airways & Vietnam Airlines. Siem Reap is a popular route along the Thailand-Cambodia-Vietnam “Banana Pancake” trail. It is possible to travel by land to Siem Reap from Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) via several border crossings. Travel time to Siem Reap from Bangkok is 10 to 12 hours. Meanwhile travel time from Ho Chi Minh may take 12 hours. From the Philippines, direct Manila to Siem Reap flights are operated by Cebu Pacific Air. Flight duration is around 3 hours. Siem Reap Travel Essentials Where to stayTours + discountsCheck Fares Top discounts Angkor Wat & Little Circuit Guided Join-In Tour Banteay Srei & Angkor Grand Circuit Guided Join-In Tour Siem Reap Private Car Charter Apsara Dancers, in Siem Reap, Cambodia Siem Reap-Pub Street, Cambodia Siem Reap riverside, Cambodia See more: Siem Reap travel tips 9 Places To Visit in Siem Reap Siem Reap Itinerary + Travel Guide Cambodia Travel Essentials: Where to stay in Cambodia (click below to see rates and book online)Cheapest Rates | Cambodia Fares & Transport Cambodia Tours & Discounts To help with your trip planning, I’ve added links to the locations on Google Maps. Feel free to click/tap on the links posted. Then, use the “save” feature on the Google Maps app for easy reference. I’ve also shared photos from my Instagram feed. Use Instagram’s save feature for quick access to your travel/feed goals. Follow me on Instagram Destinations + tourist spots Angkor Wat Location: Angkor Archaeological Park, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia. Save on Google Maps. Top discounts Angkor Wat & Little Circuit Guided Join-In Tour Siem Reap Bike Angor Temples Tour Asia 4G LTE WIFI Hotspot (Manila Airport Pick Up) Angkor Wat wall relief – The Churning of the Ocean of Milk, in Siem Reap, Cambodia Sunrise at Angkor Wat, in Siem Reap, Cambodia Angkor Small Circuit Location: Angkor Archaeological Park, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia. Save on Google Maps. Top discounts Siem Reap Uncovering Angkor Tour Asia 4G LTE WIFI Hotspot (Manila Airport Pick Up) Bayon Temple, in Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia Sunset at Phnom Bakheng (temple), in Siem Reap, Cambodia Ta Prohm (temple), in Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia Banteay Srei & Angkor Grand Circuit Banteay Srei in Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia Preah Khan (temple), in Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia Neak Pean (temple), in Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia Banteay Samre (temple), in Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia Location: Angkor Archaeological Park, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia. Save on Google Maps. Top discounts Siem Reap Private Car Charter Asia 4G LTE WIFI Hotspot (Manila Airport Pick Up) Koh Ker & Beng Mealea Location: east of Siem Reap city center, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia. Save on Google Maps. Top discounts Koh Ker and Beng Mealea Day Tour Asia 4G LTE WIFI Hotspot (Manila Airport Pick Up) Koh Ker-Thom Temple near Siem Reap, Cambodia Beng Melea Temple, near Siem Reap, Cambodia Bakong Temple in Rolous Temple Group, Siem Reap, Cambodia Koh Ker-Pram Temple near Siem Reap, Cambodia Phnom Kulen Phnom Kulen Waterfall near Siem Reap, Cambodia. Photo by Narith5. Kbal Spean, Cambodia. Photo by eric yeargan. Location: Phnom Kulen National Park, north of Siem Reap city center, Siem Reap, Cambodia. Save on Google Maps. Top discounts Siem Reap-Kulen Mountain Motorbike Adventure Asia 4G LTE WIFI Hotspot (Manila Airport Pick Up) 2. Phnom Penh National Museum, in Phnom Penh, Cambodia Angkor Wat replica at the Royal Palace, in Phnom Penh, Cambodia Central Market in Phnom Penh, Cambodia Choeung Ek Genocidal Center (Killing Fields), in Phnom Penh, Cambodia Location: Cambodia (south central). Save on Google Maps. Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital city, is a popular spot on the famous Thailand-Cambodia-Vietnam Indochina trail. This city is home to the Royal Palace, found on the riverside along with the impressive National Museum. Phnom Penh is also a jump-off point to several sites of the infamous Killing Fields. How to go: Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) is Cambodia’s second busiest airport. This airport serves direct flights from Kuala Lumpur (1h 45m), Bangkok (1h), Singapore (2H), Hong Kong (2H 40m), Taipei, Seoul and other cities in Southeast, East Asia and the Middle East. Popular airlines include AirAsia, Cambodia Angkor Air, SilkAir, Sky Angkor Airlines, Thai Airways & Vietnam Airlines. Flight duration between Siem Reap and Phnom Penh is 1 hour. Phnom Penh Travel Essentials Where to stayTours + discountsCheck Fares Top discounts Phnom Penh half-day join-in city tour Phnom Penh – Ho Chi Minh, Kampot, or Kep Bus by Giant Ibis Phnom Penh-Sihanoukville Bus (Shared transfer by Giant Ibis) See more: Phnom Penh travel tips 9 Places To Visit in Phnom Penh 3. Sihanoukville Otres Beach in Sihanoukville, Cambodia Sokha Beach in Sihanoukville, Cambodia Ochheuteal Beach in Sihanoukville, Cambodia Location: Preah Sihanouk Province, Cambodia (south coast). Save on Google Maps. This seaside resort town on the southern coast of Cambodia boasts of some of mainland Southeast Asia’s best white sand beaches. If Thailand’s islands are too touristic for you, the off-shore islands of Koh Rong and Koh Rong Samloem, near Sihanoukville, might be a more worthwhile visit. How to go: The quickest way is to go by flight. Sihanouk International Airport (KOS) serves flights from Kuala Lumpur (1.5 hours flight duration), Ho Chi Minh (1h 20m), Siem Reap (1h) and Phnom Penh (30m). Flights are operated by AirAsia, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cambodia Bayon Airlines & JC International Airlines. Sihanoukville is also popular reached by bus or car. The land trip from Phnom Penh take between 3.5 and 6 hours. Sihanoukville Travel Essentials Where to stayTours + discountsCheck Fares Top discounts Koh Rong Samloem Tour from Sihanoukville – Snorkeling and Diving Experience Koh Rong Samloem Tour from Sihanoukville – Snorkeling with Bioluminescent Plankton Asia 4G LTE WIFI Hotspot (Manila Airport Pick Up) See more: Sihanoukville travel tips 7 Places To Visit in Koh Rong & Koh Rong Samloem 7 Places To Visit in Sihanoukville & Koh Rong Islands 4. Koh Rong Sanloem Location: near Sihanouville, Preah Sihanouk Province, Cambodia (south coast). Save on Google Maps. Koh Rong Sanloem Travel Essentials Where to stayCheck Fares Top discounts Koh Rong Samloen Snorkeling with Bioluminescent Plankton from Sihanoukville Koh Rong Samloem Tour from Sihanoukville – Snorkeling and Diving Experience Koh Rong Samloem Tour from Sihanoukville – Snorkeling with Bioluminescent Plankton Long Beach in Koh Rong (island), Cambodia See more: Koh Rong Sanloem travel tips 7 Places To Visit in Koh Rong & Koh Rong Samloem 5. Koh Rong Saracen Bay Beach in Koh Rong Samloem (island), Cambodia Location: near Sihanouville, Preah Sihanouk Province, Cambodia (south coast). Save on Google Maps. Koh Rong Travel Essentials Where to stayCheck Fares Top discounts Sihanoukville-Koh Rong Sanloem ferry Sihanoukville-Koh Rong Island ferry Asia 4G LTE WIFI Hotspot (Manila Airport Pick Up) See more: Koh Rong travel tips 7 Places To Visit in Koh Rong & Koh Rong Samloem 6. Kampot Kampot Lotus Pond, Cambodia Kampot riverside, Cambodia Location: Cambodia (south coast). Save on Google Maps. The provinces of Kampot and Kep are situated on Cambodia’s southern coast. They are popular destinations among Cambodians for weekend getaways and foreign travelers who want to get away from the tourist crowds at Siem Reap and Sihanoukville. Though only under an hour’s travel apart, each has distinct attractions to offer. Kampot, popular for trips to Bokor National Park, has a riverside setting, while Kep, is known for sandy beaches and upscale resorts. How to go: Kampot and Kep are about a 4 to 5-hour drive south of Phnom Penh. You can go by bus, mini-bus, taxi or private car charter. Kampot and Kep are located close to each other. Travel time between the two towns usually takes 35 to 45 minutes. Kampot Travel Essentials Where to stayCheck Fares Top discounts Phnom Penh – Ho Chi Minh, Kampot, or Kep Bus by Giant Ibis Asia 4G LTE WIFI Hotspot (Manila Airport Pick Up) 7. Kep Kep Beach, Cambodia Location: Cambodia (south coast). Save on Google Maps. Kep Travel Essentials Where to stayCheck Fares Top discounts Phnom Penh – Ho Chi Minh, Kampot, or Kep Bus by Giant Ibis Asia 4G LTE WIFI Hotspot (Manila Airport Pick Up) 8. Tonle Sap Tonle Sap-Kampong Phuk in Cambodia. Phnom Krom Temple near Chong Khneas floating village, in Tonle Sap, Cambodia Location: west of Siem Reap city center, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia. Save on Google Maps. 9. Kratie Sunset at the Mekong River, in Kratie, Cambodia Location: Cambodia (north). Save on Google Maps. Kratie is a small riverside city in North Cambodia that is a popular stopover on the long overland journey from Cambodia to Laos. It is the place to go if you want to see Irrawaddy dolphins and enjoy blissful sunsets along the Mekong River. How to go: Kratie is 6 to 7 hours north of Phnom Penh or eight hours from Siem Reap. Buses from Pakse, Laos to Kratie take around 8 hours. Kratie Travel Essentials Where to stayCheck Fares On My Bucketlist Mondulkiri Mondulkiri, Cambodia. Photo by Tom Curt. Location: Cambodia (west). Save on Google Maps. Modulkiri Travel Essentials Where to stayCheck Fares Koh Kong Koh Kong, Cambodia. Photo by Rich. Location: Cambodia (southeast coast). Save on Google Maps. Where to stayCheck Fares Preah Vihear Preah Vihear Temple. Photo by Tom Curt. Location: Cambodia (north). Save on Google Maps. Preah Vihear Travel Essentials Where to stayTours + discountsCheck Fares Battambang Battambang-Wat Ek, Cambodia. Photo by Jacques Beaulieu. Location: Cambodia (east). Save on Google Maps. Battambang Travel Essentials Where to stayCheck Fares What places have you added to your bucketlist? Have you been to beautiful places in Cambodia that should be on this list? Feel free to share your thoughts! Places to visit in Cambodia Cambodia tourist spots, things to do in Cambodia, where to go in Cambodia & more. 1. Siem Reap Angkor Wat Angkor Small Circuit Banteay Srei & Angkor Grand Circuit Koh Ker & Beng Mealea Phnom Kulen 2. Phnom Penh 3. Sihanoukville 4. Koh Rong Sanloem 5. Koh Rong 6. Kampot 7. Kep 8. Tonle Sap 9. Kratie Mondulkiri Koh Kong Preah Vihear Battambang Note: Destinations featured above are not listed by rank. Book your way to Cambodia How much does it cost to travel to Cambodia? Click below to compare flight, ferry & buses fares posted on these booking sites: BookAway Where to Stay in Cambodia Click below & search recommended Cambodia hotels/hostels/home rentals within your budget. Remember to set your min/max price, travel dates, and sort by review ratings. I often book online with these trusted booking sites below for rock-bottom prices & convenient bookings. Agoda Book sooner rather than later if you already have your dates set. Cheaper-priced rooms and hotels with high reviews tend to get fully booked faster, especially during busy days like weekends, holidays & peak tourist seasons. Cambodia Essentials & Top Discounts Cambodia Mobile Data SIM card/Pocket WIFI Travel with ease & confidence throughout your trip. 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Margauz says December 24, 2018 at 12:45 pm I love temple and one of my dream place ti visit is cambodia to see angkok wat. Glad I cam across to your blog. We’ll list down this place to visit in cambodia. Thank you. Reply