4–5 hours
Guided in English
Mobile ticket

Highlights

This full-day tour provides an immersive exploration of Phnom Penh's history and culture, offering first-time visitors a deeper understanding of Cambodia's past. Led by experienced guides, the tour covers the city's iconic landmarks while shedding light on the Khmer Rouge era. Visitors are advised to dress respectfully for religious sites and be prepared for pickup between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM for a prompt start. The tour also offers flexibility with free cancellation available up to 24 hours before it begins.

Inclusions

What's included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Admission fees
English-speaking guide
Bottled water during the tour
Shared tuk-tuk (1–2 pax) or air-conditioned vehicle (3 or more pax)

What's not

Gratuities
Food and drinks

Itinerary

8:30 AM – 9:30 AM: Start your day with a visit to the Royal Palace, built in 1866. This iconic complex on the western banks of the Tonle Sap and Mekong River showcases exquisite Khmer architecture. Explore the royal compounds divided into four main sections and learn about Cambodia’s monarchy.
1 hAdmission included
9:30 AM – 10:10 AM: Located within the Royal Palace grounds, the Silver Pagoda derives its name from its floor, which features 5,329 silver tiles. Admire gold and jeweled Buddha statues and the Angkor Wat-style Bell Tower while learning about the Khmer kings’ rich history.
40 minAdmission included
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Visit the former Security Prison 21 (S-21), which serves as a somber reminder of the Khmer Rouge era. This site details the horrific events and stories of prisoners who suffered under the Pol Pot regime.
1 hAdmission included
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Conclude the tour at Choeung Ek, the infamous Killing Fields, situated 17 km from Phnom Penh. Reflect on Cambodia’s history as you explore the mass graves and the commemorative stupa honoring the victims of the Khmer Rouge.
1 hAdmission included

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Know before you go

Pickup: Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size: Up to 15 travellers
Operated by: Dragon Tourist

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Phnom Penh

Its from-price is 121% above the median of the 573 experiences we list in Phnom Penh.
Its length is typical for the group.

About Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh is Cambodia's riverside capital, where a gilded royal palace, French-era boulevards and markets sit beside memorials to the Khmer Rouge years.

The Royal Palace, with its tall pointed spires, and the neighbouring Silver Pagoda, whose floor is laid with silver tiles, stand close to the riverfront promenade where the Mekong and Tonlé Sap meet. Wat Phnom, a small hill temple, gave the city its name, and the National Museum, in a red Khmer-style building, holds a major collection of Angkorian sculpture. Art Deco Central Market and the busy Russian Market are good places to wander.

Top-ranked sights in Phnom Penh: Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21), Choeung Ek Genocidal Center (Choeung Ek Killing Fields), Royal Palace.

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