Top Phnom Penh Cultural Tours

If you’re overwhelmed by planning multiple days of sightseeing—or simply don’t have the time—this comprehensive city tour covers 11 essential Phnom Penh locations in just one day, from historical sites to local markets and more. With your guide, you’ll visit the Genocide Museum and Killing Fields, taste authentic Khmer cuisine, enjoy hotel pick-up and drop-off in the city center, and even have time to relax by the water.

On this guided tour from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap, it’s as much about the journey as the destination. Your first stop is a food market in Skun, where you can try local delicacies such as fried tarantula – save some room for the Bamboo Sticky Rice later on. Before your culinary stops, cross the Kampong Kdei bridge, an architectural triumph by the Khmers which was built in the 12th century.

At least two million Cambodians were killed under the Khmer Rouge. Learn more about the regime’s brutal genocide programme with a guided tour of the Choeung Ek Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng, where political prisoners were held and interrogated. Your guide will help you translate the exhibits and answer any questions you have.

Learn all about the history of the Killing Fields by going on this guided group tour, and by visiting the Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) on this tour. Your guide is there to answer any questions, and to tell you all about Pol Pot, the Khmer Rouge, and the lives that were lost to this area. You will have return transfers to your hotel in Phnom Penh.

Equipped with a digital tablet and headphones provided, step back in time with Phnom Penh Heritage Tour to discover the city's superb heritage. While the journey offers a glimpse of the vibrant bustle of today, each of the 19 stops invites you to step back in time to discover 22 sites inherited from the time when Cambodia was placed under French protectorate. The video guide reveals the history of each place with films, vintage photos and historical anecdotes. It also offers the privilege of virtually entering certain buildings inaccessible to the public. The transformation of a fishing village into a capital, the first urbanization on a French model, the craze for Art Deco architecture, the organization of the social fabric, the royal family, the lifestyle of the elite at the beginning of the 20th century and the dark hours of the Khmer Rouge regime are all topics discussed during the Phnom Penh Heritage Tour.

Discover Cambodia’s countryside on a private sightseeing ride from Phnom Penh to Takeo Province, combining ancient Khmer temples, peaceful lakeside scenery, and panoramic rural views. Travel comfortably with your English-speaking Welcome Driver, who will share local insights while allowing you to explore at your own pace. Begin at Phnom Chisor Temple, an ancient hilltop sanctuary surrounded by historic stone structures, then enjoy sweeping countryside views from Phnom Chisor Viewpoint. Continue to Tonle Bati Lakeside Area, a peaceful retreat popular with locals, before visiting Ta Prohm Bati Temple, known for its ancient stonework and carvings. Finish at Yeay Peau Temple, a smaller historic site near Tonle Bati. With private door-to-door transportation, flexible timing, and a relaxed pace, this experience offers a memorable escape from Phnom Penh into Cambodia’s cultural and rural heritage.

This full-day tuk tuk tour gives you an authentic taste of Phnom Penh’s culture and daily life. You’ll explore Buddhist temples, the Royal Palace, and bustling local markets, watch traditional Cambodian dance, and enjoy authentic Khmer meals along the way. Unlike typical city tours, this experience is cultural immersive, relaxed, and led by a passionate local guide who shares the stories, flavors, and hidden gems of her city. It’s perfect for travelers who want to see Phnom Penh beyond the usual sights and truly connect with its culture.

A professional English speaking tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to the killing fields of Choeung Ek Genocide Center – 9 miles away south of Phnom Penh. The infamous killing fields have a bloody history. Once an orchard and a Chinese cemetery, the Khmer Rouge, lead by Pol Pot, turned the place into what became known as the killing fields, where they executed around 2.000 prisoners. Over three years, they massacred and buried 2.5 million people. After remembering the dead, return to Phnom Penh to visit Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21). Meaning hill of the poisonous trees, Pol Pot turned a once popular high school into a high security prison. 20,000 people were imprisoned there, many of whom were tortured for information. Today it serves as a museum and a reminder of darker days. Your guide will return you to your hotel or guesthouse. you could ask any question tour tour guide

Delve deeper into Cambodian history and culture on a private guided tour of the capital city, Phnom Penh. Choose between a historical tour with an emphasis on the Khmer Rouge, with visits to S22 Tuol Sleng Prison and the Killing Fields, or a cultural tour with visits to the Royal Palace, the National Museum, and Wat Phnom. Whichever option you choose, you’ll finish your tour with a guided walk around a vibrant local market near Independence Monument.

Marvel at Cambodia's vibrant capital with this full day tour of Phnom Penh. Visit the residence of the Cambodian King at the royal palace while admiring the stunning architecture. Learn about the tragic history at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, a former prison that tells the story of the Khmer Rouge regime. Finish by exploring the Russian Local Market to purchase goods from resident artisans.

Phnom Penh is considered among Cambodia’s must-see cities, but exploring solo means missing its hidden treasures and troubled past. On this tour, begin with a pickup at your Phnom Penh hotel and explore the city with your guide. Hear the secrets behind top attractions like the Royal Palace and Wat Phnom, and explore the infamous Killing Fields—where Cambodia’s Khmer Rouge history is brought into sharp focus.

Comfortable full-day journey from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap Depart at 4:30 AM in a luxury air-conditioned van and arrive in Siem Reap around 10:00 AM. ️ Visit Angkor’s top highlights in one day Explore Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, Bayon Temple, and the South Gate of Angkor Thom with an experienced guide. ️ Khmer lunch included Enjoy a local Cambodian lunch during the tour. Note: Additional tour options are available, including sunrise and 1 night stay. Please refer to your selected booking option for specific details. Choose your preferred time: 5:30 AM → Return 9:30 PM 7:30 AM → Return 11:30 PM (includes sunset) 10:30 PM → Return next day 6:00 PM via luxury hotel bus (includes sunrise)

Escape from the hustle and bustle of city life with our half-day Tuk-Tuk tour to the Silk Island. Our tour will take you to the hidden gem of the silk island where you will experience the rural side of Phnom Penh. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, you will witness the everyday life of the people living in tiny villages. In addition, you will have the opportunity to visit the silk houses and learn about traditional silk weaving practices.

Learn about the dark history of Cambodia’s tumultuous past on this sensitively-crafted guided tour of the Choeung Ek Genocide Center and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. See the infamous “killing fields” and hear about the regime, led by Pol Pot, that saw millions of Cambodians executed. See how Cambodia has risen from these darker times and become a vibrant country filled with hope, thanks to its local communities.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Phnom Penh for a day on this rural tuk tuk tour. Ride through the luscious countryside to discover Silk Island. See the tiny villages, visit a local farm and learn about the local silk weaving practices. Visit impressive local sites including the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda and Wat Phnom Duan Penh.

Matches live every Thu, Fri, Sat & sun evening 6:00-8:00 pm. Book it now ! You will be informed the time before the activity start and picked up from your hotel for round trip by the TukTuk or Van Driver. To and before entering the boxing arena, you will learn history of the martial arts, The Kun Khmer, explained and shown by the local driver in English explanations. From the starting time, while cheering for the matches until it ends, the local cold drink or beer is served! Your ring side seats are reserved. You will have chance to watch closer and take the photos with the boxers. The Kun Khmer is really famous for its free style of fighting, including punching, kicking, kneeling and elbow strikes to knock out the opponents in the ring. Under Kun Khmer rulings, a match consists three minutes of five rounds, but Raw Yarn or international friendship match consists three minutes of three rounds. After matches done, you will be allowed to get into the ring for experience and memories.

Enjoying watching Kun Khmer Fighting inside a Real live stadium in Phnom Penh city with free Beers guiding by a very experienced local who had a lot of knowledge about Kun Khmer technical and its history. You will get pickup from the hotel and sit so close the ringside with free beer and taking photos with your favourite boxer. At last you will get a chance to experience on the ring for photos or video.

Immerse yourself in Cambodian cuisine and discover hidden local restaurants and food stalls on this guided evening food tasting tour with a small group. Enjoy convenient private transport and stop at five different food and drink venues to sample dishes such as egg noodles, rice pancakes, and more, while learning about the significance behind each dish.

What sets my tour apart? My tour goes beyond typical sightseeing by combining Phnom Penh’s landmarks with hidden gems, offering travelers a deeper understanding of Cambodia’s history, culture, and daily life. From the Independence Monument and King Norodom Sihanouk Statue to the Royal Palace (exterior view) and National Museum, I share stories of Cambodia’s journey—from independence in 1953 to peace in 1993 and the nation’s growth today. What makes this tour unique is the personal storytelling of a licensed local guide, enriched with visits to a Buddhist monastery, lively alleyways, and vibrant markets like the Central Market and Night Market. Travelers not only see the sights but also experience the city’s resilience, spirituality, and modern vibrancy.

Explore the meandering Mekong delta and stop at authentic craft stores on this half-day biking tour of Cambodia’s Silk Island. Discover beautiful rice paddy farmlands, idyllic countryside and quaint traditional Cambodian villages—famed for their lemongrass, banana plant, ginger and corn pastures, and visit silk weaving houses where you’ll have a chance to by a scarf you can see made the old fashioned way by hand.

If you are visiting Phnom Pehn and wondering what you can do and see in this vibrant and exciting city then you should book our Phnom Pehn City must-see highlight guided tour. I am like many other travelers sometimes get stuck and do not know if the city we are going to has something to offer or if we could explore this city and most of the time I find out that hiring a local guide would be the best decision as we frame time better and choose the best place to see as well. another reason to choose our private tour is that timing is flexible and interaction with our guide to learn more about the culture and history is quite fascinating. Choose us to show you the city and you won't regret booking with us. we will not only show you the city of Phnom Penh but you will learn a lot about our city and the way of life of the locals as well.

Make the most of your time touring Phnom Penh with this private tuk-tuk tour, where you’ll cover more ground than you would on a self-guided tour, and hit around ten different spots. Highlights are S21 and the Killing Fields, but you also visit several *wats*, or temples, monuments, and other historical and cultural buildings. Learn all about them from your personal driver/guide who is just for your group.

Experience the beauty of Cambodia with this sunset cruise. This tour allows visitors to explore the Mekong, Tonle Sap and Four Faces Rivers, as well as Diamond Island and the local fishing village. Gain an authentic experience by observing the housing and lifestyle of the locals who live along the riverbank.