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Siem Reap, Siem Reap, Cambodia

3 days in Siem Reap

Base for the temples of Angkor. Here's how to spend 3 days in Siem Reap: a realistic day-by-day plan you can copy and tweak. The best time for this 3 days Siem Reap trip is January, February and November. Budget roughly $130/person/day before flights.

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Length
3 days
Best time
January, February, November
~Cost/day
$130
Currency
USD
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Your 3 days Siem Reap itinerary, day by day

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Day 1

09:00
Siem Reap~$5
Siem Reap is the second-largest city of Cambodia, as well as the capital and largest city of Siem Reap province in northwestern Cambodia.
12:30
The Royal Residence~$5
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.
16:00
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
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Day 2

09:00
Siem Reap municipality~$5
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
12:30
Grand Hotel d'Angkor~$5
Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor is a historic hotel located in Siem Reap, Cambodia. First opened in 1932, it was established by French town planner Ernest Hébrard to accommodate the e
16:00
Angkor National Museum~$15
Angkor National Museum is an archaeological museum in Siem Reap, Cambodia. It is dedicated to the collection, preservation and presentation of Angkorian artifacts, also to provides
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Day 3

09:00
La Résidence d'Angkor~$5
La Résidence d’Angkor is a resort at the centre of Siem Reap in Cambodia. It is a short drive from the temples of Angkor Wat. It has large gardens containing a swimming pool and sp
12:30
Angkor Hospital for Children~$5
Angkor Hospital for Children is an independent, non-profit paediatric healthcare hospital and organisation located in Siem Reap, Cambodia. AHC was founded in 1999 through the effor
16:00
Angkor Village Hotel~$5
Angkor Village Hotel is a hotel in the central Old French Colonial Quarters of Wat Bo district in Siem Reap, Cambodia. It was opened in 1994, is classified as member of Small Luxur

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What 3 days in Siem Reap costs

What this trip costs

$871
Flights$45052%
Stay$11713%
Activities$708%
Food$11713%
Local transport$475%
Shopping$314%
Buffer$394%
$290/day

Estimates for planning, so check live prices before you book.

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3 days in Siem Reap: FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Siem Reap?+

3 days is enough to cover the main highlights of Siem Reap without rushing the essentials. The plan above balances the must-sees with time to wander.

What should I do on day 1 in Siem Reap?+

Start with Siem Reap, The Royal Residence and Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chorm shrine. The full first day is mapped out above.

How much does 3 days in Siem Reap cost?+

Budget around $130 per person per day for a mid-range trip (stay, food and activities), before flights, so roughly $390 per person for 3 days. The cost breakdown above splits it by category.

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 suits sightseeing best.

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