Royal Palace Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Phnom Penh Full-Day Private Tour Included All Admission Tickets

• Visit 11 Places in One Day including S21 and Killing Field

• Phnom Penh City Tour, Silver Pagoda, Genocide Museum, Killing Fields

• A Full-Day Tour for Royal Palace, S21, Killing Fields, and More

• City Highlights and the Killing Fields Day Tour

Admission to the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh costs US$10 per adult for international visitors. The palace is open daily from 8am-11am and 2pm-5pm, so plan your visit around these hours. Guided tours are available for an extra fee, and walking tours that include other Phnom Penh attractions alongside the Royal Palace start from as little as US$15 per person.

Yes, the Royal Palace is definitely worth visiting. It's one of Cambodia's major landmarks and one of the most stunning royal complexes in Southeast Asia, with its gilded rooftops and intricate Khmer architecture. The glittering Silver Pagoda alone is worth the admission price. A city tour that includes the palace is a great way to experience it, with a guide on hand to provide the history and context.

Per one customer who booked the Phnom Penh Full-Day Private Tour Included All Admission Tickets, "The full-day Phnom Penh tour was a great experience. Our guide, Sam, was fantastic and very knowledgeable. We had a great experience touring the city, and especially visiting the palace and genocide museum. I would recommend the tour to anyone visiting the city for a day as it covers all the major sites, with Sam providing his knowledgeable perspective of the city."

Excluding public holidays and religious celebrations, the Royal Palace is typically open to visitors every day. Visiting hours are split into two shifts—usually from 8:00am to 11:00am and then again from 2:00pm to 5:00pm. Check ahead of your visit to confirm the day’s schedule.

The entrance fee for Phnom Penh’s Royal Palace is typically around 367 baht, and children under 3 years of age can visit for free. A guide, which can be booked at the entrance, costs extra. Fees vary, so have extra cash on hand and always check for updates before visiting.

The dress code for visiting the Royal Palace is all about modesty—it’s a sign of respect for the site’s cultural and religious significance. Both men and women should wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees. Avoid wearing hats or caps inside the palace grounds.

The main attractions inside Phnom Penh’s Royal Palace complex are the Throne Hall (a total of seven buildings) and Silver Pagoda, though the gates and grounds are worth perusing, too. The Silver Pagoda is known for a floor inlaid with silver tiles, the Emerald Buddha, and a diamond-encrusted golden Buddha.

Yes, guided tours are available at the Royal Palace. Guides can be found near the entrance by the ticket counter. Tours cost an additional fee; be sure to confirm the price before the tour begins. Alternatively, third-party tour operators also run excursions, with some covering transportation, as well.

Yes, you can take photographs of the buildings in the outdoor areas and around the grounds. However, photography is strictly prohibited inside most buildings, including inside the Throne Hall and the Silver Pagoda. If you’re unsure, ask a staff member whether photography is permitted in the area you are visiting.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting the Royal Palace. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Phnom Penh:

• Wat Phnom

• Phnom Penh Independence Monument

• Wat Ounalom

• Tonlé Sap

• Phnom Penh Russian Market

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Phnom Penh.