8 of the Best Things to do in Cambodia
Discover 8 of the best things to do in Cambodia.
I had wanted to check out Cambodia for quite a while so when Ayase contacted me to go I was really happy. Originally she wanted to do Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar all in one month, but I like to travel slow these days so I convinced her that just doing Cambodia would be best.
During our 25 day long visit to Cambodia we only went to 5 different cities/towns. We saw some amazing things, and had a minimal stress and very flexible itinerary.
This list of 8 of the best things to do in Cambodia gives a short review of each of the things to do in Cambodia as well as links to more detailed reviews (where applicable) and a photo slideshow at the end.
Featured Picture: View from inside Bokor National Park in Cambodia.
8 Best Things to do in Cambodia
1. Angkor Wat
The first thing on this list is also the most famous thing. Angkor Wat – the worlds biggest religious site. A must see while in Cambodia.
Inside Angkor Wat.
2. Siem Reap
Siem Reap is the gateway to Angkor Wat, but is also a great place to visit in its own right. Well catered to tourists with lots of markets, bars, and restaurants.
Pub street in Siem Reap on New Years Eve.
3. Learn about the Genocide.
Although quite distressing, the political time of the Khmer Rouge is an important part of Cambodia’s recent history. Learn about it in Phnom Penh at the Tuol Sleng Genocide museum as well as at the Choeung Ek Genocidal Center, a.k.a. the Killing Fields.
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum.
4. Beach
There are a couple of beach towns in Cambodia. Sihanoukville is probably the most popular, but our favorite was Kep.
Kep Beach.
5. Underwater Cave
Near Kep are the caves of Kompong Trach. The main cave is nice to look in but the real winner is the “secret” underwater cave where you can have a refreshing dip.
Inside the underwater cave of Kompong Trach.
6. Kep National Park
Another great thing to do in Kep is to take a stroll through the National Park. Inside it you can take a detour to the Kep butterfly garden, whcih was actually one of my favorite things to do in all of Cambodia.
View from inside Kep National Park.
7. Kampot
The somewhat sleepy town of Kampot is quiet, clean, with lots of good little restaurants. I think it has quite a pronounced Expat community considering it it a fairly small town.
Kampot River.
8. Bokor National Park
Kampot is also the gateway to Bokor National Park. Hire a motorbike for under $5 and spend the day there. Inside is the tranquil Popokvil Waterfall.
Popokvil Waterfall inside Bokor National Park.
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