Top Siem Reap Classes & Workshops

There’s no better route into any culture than cuisine. Discover Khmer food with a local in their home on this intimate, small-group cooking class. After pickup by tuk-tuk, shop for ingredients at the local market, then prepare and enjoy a 4-course meal including delights such as hot and sour “tom yam” soup and fish in banana leaf. Choose between three different class times, all capped at just six travelers.

Discover the delicious culinary delights of Cambodia with this Khmer Gourmet cooking class. Firstly, head to a local market to select your fresh ingredients, with a variety of fruit and vegetables on offer. Make your selection from the choice of menu, before cooking a starter, main course and desert with the guidance of your experienced teacher. Once your meal is prepared, sit back and enjoy tasting the fruits of your labor.

Exceptionally Rare Craft: Lotus silk is one of Earth's rarest textiles. We're among the last guardians of this 1,000-year-old Khmer technique nearly lost to history. UNESCO Award-Winning: Excellence recipient (2012) for preserving textile heritage on the verge of extinction and reviving traditional methods. Luxury Fashion Source: Exclusive supplier to international luxury houses. The same lotus fibers you'll touch are exported to create textiles valued at $400-$7,500. Complete Circular Economy: 100% lotus utilization. One plant becomes textiles, jewelry, paper, tea, and cosmetics—absolute zero waste innovation. Hands-On Creation: Actually CREATE three heirloom pieces (paper, yarn, bracelet) using ancient techniques. Take home what you make. Sacred Symbolism: The lotus is Buddhism's most revered flower representing purity and transformation. Authentic Social Enterprise: Supporting 150 women artisans through genuine cultural preservation, not performative tourism.

Gain hands on experience in the art of Cambodian cuisine during a 3-hour cooking lesson with a local chef. In the morning or afternoon, travel round-trip by tuk-tuk from your hotel to a rural village outside Siem Reap. You’ll take part in an interactive workshop with a small group of food lovers and enjoy your 3-course meal afterward.

Instead of purchasing souvenirs, this hands-on workshop connects you with a local artist and lets you create a unique hand-crafted souvenir under their guidance. Join this pottery workshop in Siem Reap and learn how to make your own ceramics using traditional Khmer tools and techniques. Get hands-on and shape your clay on the pottery wheel, add your choice of “kbach” (ornamentation).

Enjoy a cultural evening out in Siem Reap with a visit to Amazon Angkor Theater to see a traditional Apsara dance show and feast on a buffet-style dinner. Watch several dances in varied styles and be mesmerized by the performers’ intricate silk costumes, which they have to be sewn into. This elegant dance is soundtracked by classic Khmer music produced with traditional wind and percussion instruments.

Bring your design to life through a block printing workshop - no experience required and all materials provided - just bring your heart, a vision and some patience.

Get a real taste of Cambodia as you sample Siem Reap specialty sombai. Learn how the local liqueur is made by on a small-group tour of a Sombai workshop, and see the infusion room where fruits and spices are used for flavor. Finally, sample the famous liqueur, tasting a variety of different flavors from sweet to spicy, and perhaps purchase some as a unique souvenir.

Spend an evening at Siem Reap’s Amazon Angkor theater and prepare to be dazzled by the elegant Apsara dance, which dates back to the 7th century. Start your evening by tucking in to a buffet-style dinner comprising traditional Khmer cuisine at the theater’s restaurant before sitting back and enjoying the show. Soak up the sounds as well as the sights as the dances are soundtracked by a classic Khmer ensemble.

This workshop offers a fully hands-on and immersive experience centered on Cambodian chocolate. Participants don’t just watch or taste — they create their own personalized chocolate bar from start to finish, guided by professional chocolatiers. The chocolate is made from locally grown Cambodian cacao and customized with authentic local ingredients such as Kampot pepper, Kep sea salt, and Mondulkiri cashews. Each guest leaves with a one-of-a-kind chocolate bar, along with a deeper understanding of artisanal chocolate-making and Cambodian craftsmanship — a creative, authentic, and memorable experience.

Cambodia is known for its fascinating cuisines and colorful dishes, a trip to Siem Reap wouldn’t be complete without at least having the chance to try their delicious food. On this special activity, you won’t only get to try authentic Khmer food but you’ll also learn how to cook their dishes! Experience walking around the local market to find fresh ingredients for the dishes before making your way to a local’s house for the private cooking class.

This is Cambodia's only experience combining all six lotus craft workshops in one journey. Unlike typical temple tours, you'll master the complete lotus-to-textile process while creating six authentic souvenirs. You're supporting one of the world's rarest textile traditions—lotus silk production—with only a few hundred artisans practicing this ancient craft globally. This social enterprise has empowered rural Cambodian women since 2003. The experience culminates in a peaceful boat ride through pristine lotus fields where you photograph the natural beauty that inspired your handicrafts. Most Siem Reap activities offer either nature OR culture—this delivers both in perfect harmony. Small groups ensure personalized instruction from master artisans. You'll gain deep cultural knowledge beyond the temples. Every handmade creation represents authentic skills passed through generations. This is hands-on cultural preservation you can touch, learn, and take home.

Learn about traditional Cambodian culture while watching this elaborate Apsara Theater performance in Siem Reap. This hassle-free excursion includes round-trip tuk-tuk transfers from your hotel to keep things simple. There is plenty to eat from the buffet, or you can order a Cambodian set menu, so there is something for every palate. Drinks are also available for purchase.

Join a hands-on Cambodian cooking class in Siem Reap with market tours, local chefs, and authentic dishes!

Be mesmerized by the captivating choreography and hypnotic color of a Phare performance in Siem Reap. Feast your senses on a 90-minute spectacle that blends riveting theater with folk music and distinctly Cambodian stories. Commend the determination of the young circus artists, many of who are from challenging social and economic backgrounds, as they hypnotize the audience with their energy and emotion. Gain insight into the charity Phare Ponleu Selpak and discover the work the organization does to help vulnerable children and adults in Cambodian society.

Learn to make your own cocktails with sombai-infused Cambodian liqueur in a class taught by a professional bartender. Try out three recipes, then visit a village workshop where you’ll taste more tantalizing flavors made with tropical fruit and paired with local snacks. Learn the story behind the liqueurs as you relax in a comfortable lounge, getting familiar with the tastes of Cambodia.

Cambodia is known for its fascinating cuisines and colorful dishes, a trip to Siem Reap wouldn’t be complete without at least having the chance to try their delicious food. On this special activity, you won’t only get to try authentic Khmer food but you’ll also learn how to cook their dishes! Experience walking around the local market to find fresh ingredients for the dishes before making your way to a local’s house for the private cooking class.

Day tours to the Angkor Archeological Complex often rush through the two circuits on offer, which means that you don’t have the time to truly appreciate the history around you. Make the most of the sights on this private tour to the complex, spread out over two days. On the first day, enjoy the temples and ruins on the Small Circuit, including Ta Prohm and Ta Nei. Start the second day with sunrise views of Angkor Wat before exploring the temples on the Big Circuit.

Learn the secrets of authentic Cambodian cuisine with local chefs in this half-day cooking class departing from Siem Reap.

Experience the magic of Tonle Sap Lake at twilight on this romantic 4-hour dinner cruise from Siem Reap, including hotel pick-up. First, enjoy a small boat cruise around the floating village, lotus fields and crocodile farms of Chong Khneas. Then, board the Taras floating restaurant for a delicious buffet dinner and enjoy unlimited cocktails as you watch the sunset over the lake.

- Learn to cook Khmer cuisine like a local, from a local - Master the spice secrets behind dishes like fish amok curry and tom yum soup - Prepare and eat four separate dishes in an authentic home kitchen - Enjoy no-hassle round-trip transfers by local-style tuk-tuk

This is Siem Reap’s first 100 percent plant based Khmer cooking class, offering a fresh perspective on traditional Cambodian cuisine. Guests explore local ingredients, learn authentic Khmer recipes, and enjoy a hands on cooking experience in a welcoming setting. Depending on the selected option, the class may also include a local market visit and private tuk-tuk pickup, making it a more personal and immersive way to discover Khmer food culture.

Experience the vibrant spirit of Cambodian culture at Dalien—your private village festival in Siem Reap. This half‑day celebration invites you to connect with local artists and villagers through cultural traditions, shared laughter, and reflection in a lively village setting. Immerse yourself in Bon Dalien, Cambodia’s harvest festival, fostering community and connection. Hosted at the Khmer Angkor Culture & Arts Training Club every Saturday & Sunday, we invite you to join the community in joyful festival. You will: • Morning option: Witness the Alms Offering to Buddhist monks • Afternoon option: Visit an artisan workshop before the festival site • Immerse yourself in cultural activities • Take part in a Khmer Classical Dance Master Class • Enjoy vibrant student‑led performances Perfect for families, travel companions, or private groups. Book minimum 4 guests add a remark at checkout to request a private journey with your preferred date, start time, and transport choice.