Daun Penh Travel Guide
Phnom Penh
Popular places to visit
Royal Palace
Befitting the home of Cambodia’s royalty, the glittering golden roofline of this palace dominates Phnom Penh’s skyline.
Riverside
Riverside is just one of the places to see in Phnom Penh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Central Market
Whether you’re looking for fresh food or a new watch, you can buy just about anything imaginable within the walls of Phnom Penh’s famous cross-shaped market.
Phnom Penh Night Market
During your visit to Phnom Penh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Phnom Penh Night Market. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Wat Phnom
Sitting atop what is considered the only hill in Phnom Penh, this eclectic Buddhist monastery features a fascinating array of shrines, stupas and ornate buildings.
Cambodia-Vietnam Friendship Monument
When you walk through Phnom Penh’s Wat Botum Park, pause for a moment to investigate this soaring Communist monument.
Things to do
Phnom Penh: killing field & Toul Sleng genocide museum Tour
Private Taxi Siem Reap-Phnom Penh Or Phnom Penh-Siem Reap
Aroma Therapy Massage, Relaxation therapeutic aromatherapy oil massages.
The Killing Field and Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) Tour
Top hotels in Daun Penh
Plantation Urban Resort & Spa
I stayed here for 7 nights while visiting Phnom Penh. During the week I went to Siem Reap for two nights but kept my room at The Plantation as the free nights offer I'd booked made this viable. The hotel consists of a number of 1960s/70s New Khmer-style buildings built around a beautifully restored ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Palace Gate Hotel & Resort by EHM
Best location possible.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh
Great friendly staffs, very clean
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Chaiya Palace Hotel
Staff were very kind, restaurant food was reasonably priced and delicious, rooftop pool and seating are lovely and offer great views of the city. Room was very clean and spacious. Easy to get around everywhere via Tuktuk but not a ton to do within reasonable walking distance.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Caravan Hotel by EHM
Really lovely hotel, really lovely and helpful staff, good breakfast. The place is better than the photos
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Raffles Hotel Le Royal
White lotus vibes (the good kind) meets Phnom Penh
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Daun Penh
Sangkat Phsar Thmei Ti Pir
Though Sangkat Phsar Thmei Ti Pir may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Central Market and Wat Phnom.
Chinatown
While there might not be top attractions in Chinatown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Central Market and Wat Phnom.
Phnom Penh City Centre
Phnom Penh City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its great bars, fascinating museums and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Central Market or Wat Phnom while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Prampir Makara
Prampir Makara is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Olympic Stadium and Orussey Market.
Khan 7 Makara
While visiting Khan 7 Makara, you might make a stop by sights like Olympic Stadium and Orussey Market.
Sangkat Veal Vong
While visiting Sangkat Veal Vong, you might make a stop by sights like Olympic Stadium and City Mall.
