Siem Reap travel guide
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Siem Reap, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Siem Reap travel guide

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Base for the temples of Angkor. The best time to visit Siem Reap is January, February, November and December. A mid-range trip runs roughly $130/person/day before flights.

Best time
January, February, November
Ideal length
3 days
~Cost/day
$130
Currency
USD
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Best time to visit Siem Reap

The best time to visit Siem Reap is January, February, November and December. Here's the average temperature through the year:

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Top things to do in Siem Reap

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Culture & sights

Siem Reap
Siem Reap
Siem Reap is the second-largest city of Cambodia, as well as the capital and largest city of Siem Reap province in northwestern Cambodia.
~$5 · 1.5h
The Royal Residence
The Royal Residence
The Royal Residence is a royal villa located in Siem Reap, Cambodia. It serves as the official residence for the King of Cambodia for when he visits Siem Reap.
~$5 · 1.5h
Siem Reap municipality
Siem Reap municipality
Siem Reap municipality is a municipality (krong) in Siem Reap province, in north-west Cambodia. According to the 2008 census of Cambodia, it had a population of 230,714. It surroun
~$5 · 1.5h
Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chorm shrine
Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chorm shrine
The Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chorm shrine is a religious shrine in Siem Reap, Cambodia. It is located within the compound of the Royal Residence where two Buddha statues referred t
Free · 1h

Food & markets

Old Market (Siem Reap)
Old Market (Siem Reap)
Old Market, also commonly romanized as Psah Chas, Phsar Chas, Psar Chas or Psar Chaa, is a market in Siem Reap in northern Cambodia. Not to be confused with the similarly named Old
~$10 · 1.3h

A sample 3-day Siem Reap itinerary

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Day 1
09:00 · Siem Reap12:30 · The Royal Residence16:00 · Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chorm shrine
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Day 2
09:00 · Siem Reap municipality12:30 · Grand Hotel d'Angkor16:00 · Angkor National Museum
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Day 3
09:00 · La Résidence d'Angkor12:30 · Angkor Hospital for Children16:00 · Angkor Village Hotel

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Siem Reap travel FAQ

When is the best time to visit Siem Reap?+

The best months to visit Siem Reap are January, February, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for sightseeing.

How many days do you need in Siem Reap?+

Most travellers find 3 days ideal for Siem Reap, enough to see the highlights without rushing. Add a day or two if you want day trips.

Is Siem Reap expensive to visit?+

Budget roughly $130 per person per day for a mid-range trip in Siem Reap (accommodation, food and activities), before flights. Costs scale up or down with your travel style.

What are the top things to do in Siem Reap?+

Popular highlights include Siem Reap, The Royal Residence, Siem Reap municipality and Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chorm shrine. There's a longer list above, or start a plan and swap things in.

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