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Siem Reap, Cambodia

Things to Do in Siem Reap

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Angkor Wat Sunrise or Sunset Tour with Guide from Siem Reap

Most booked tours and tickets in Siem Reap

Angkor Wat Sunrise or Sunset Tour with Guide from Siem Reap

Angkor Wat Sunrise or Sunset Tour with Guide from Siem Reap

5.013,690 reviews8h
Sunset tour of Kampong Phluk stilts home village on the Tonle Sap

Sunset tour of Kampong Phluk stilts home village on the Tonle Sap

4.95,665 reviews5h
Angkor Wat Sunrise Private Tour with Guide from Siem Reap

Angkor Wat Sunrise Private Tour with Guide from Siem Reap

5.03,545 reviews8h
Khmer Cooking Class at a Local's Home in Krong Siem Reap

Khmer Cooking Class at a Local's Home in Krong Siem Reap

5.03,332 reviews3h
Angkor Wat Highlights and Sunrise Guided Tour from Siem Reap

Angkor Wat Highlights and Sunrise Guided Tour from Siem Reap

4.93,258 reviews8h
Angkor 2-Day Sunset & Sunrise Small-Group Tour

Angkor 2-Day Sunset & Sunrise Small-Group Tour

5.02,773 reviews48h
Kulen Waterfall Join-in Tour (local Picnic lunch)

Kulen Waterfall Join-in Tour (local Picnic lunch)

4.92,696 reviews8h
Phare: The Cambodian Circus Show in Siem Reap

Phare: The Cambodian Circus Show in Siem Reap

4.92,052 reviews1h

Tickets and tours by attraction

The best options for each of Siem Reap's top sights, compared.

Top sights in Siem Reap

  1. 1Angkor Wat Sunrise
  2. 2Bayon Temple
  3. 3Ta Prohm (Tomb Raider Temple)
  4. 4Pub Street
  5. 5Floating Villages
  6. 6Khmer Cooking Classes
  • The Unparalleled Angkor Archaeological Park: Witness the architectural genius of the Khmer Empire, from the world's largest religious monument, Angkor Wat, to the jungle-smothered ruins of Ta Prohm and the 216 serene faces of Bayon. A three-day temple pass allows for deep exploration beyond the main circuit.
  • A Thriving, Accessible Arts and Culture Scene: Experience traditional Apsara dance at the Cambodian Cultural Village, explore contemporary Khmer art at the Made in Cambodia Market or McDermott Gallery, and see artisans at work at the Artisans Angkor workshops.
  • Incredible Value and Affordable Luxury: Enjoy world-class hospitality at a fraction of the cost, from $5 massage parlors and $2 draft beers on Pub Street to stunning boutique hotels and resort pools that offer exceptional value.

Tickets and passes in Siem Reap

2-Day Angkor Wat, Small, Big Circuit & Banteay Srei Private Tour

2-Day Angkor Wat, Small, Big Circuit & Banteay Srei Private Tour

5.0578 reviews48h
Half Day Kompong Pluck stilt home Village on Tonle Sap & Sunset

Half Day Kompong Pluck stilt home Village on Tonle Sap & Sunset

4.9279 reviews6h

Food and drink experiences in Siem Reap

Award-Winning Cooking Class Experience with Professional Teacher

Award-Winning Cooking Class Experience with Professional Teacher

5.0854 reviews3h
Kanell Dinner Show - Apsara Dance and Fine Dining in Siem Reap

Kanell Dinner Show - Apsara Dance and Fine Dining in Siem Reap

4.9706 reviews2h
Siem Reap Evening Food Tour - Inclusive 5 stops Local Tastings

Siem Reap Evening Food Tour - Inclusive 5 stops Local Tastings

4.9343 reviews5h

Day trips and outdoor activities from Siem Reap

Tonle Sap Lake & Kampong Phluk Village Half-Day Tour

Tonle Sap Lake & Kampong Phluk Village Half-Day Tour

4.81,075 reviews5h
Siem Reap Countryside Bike Tour / E-Bike or Tuk Tuk

Siem Reap Countryside Bike Tour / E-Bike or Tuk Tuk

5.0979 reviews5h
Siem Reap: Bike the Angkor Temples - Full-Day 30km Tour

Siem Reap: Bike the Angkor Temples - Full-Day 30km Tour

4.9474 reviews8h 30m

Hidden gems in Siem Reap

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Theam's House Gallery

The studio and gallery of renowned Cambodian artist Lim Muy Theam, set in a traditional wooden house.

Preah Dak Market (Red Earth Market)

A bustling local morning market about 15 minutes from Siem Reap, rarely visited by tourists.

Beng Mealea

A massive, unrestored jungle temple about 65km from Siem Reap, similar in style to Angkor Wat but largely swallowed by forest.

Kbal Spean (The River of a Thousand Lingas)

An archaeological site on the slopes of Phnom Kulen where Hindu lingas and deities are carved into the sandstone riverbed.

Senteurs d'Angkor Workshop

A charming shop and workshop producing traditional Cambodian handicrafts, spices, soaps, and candles.

Day trips from Siem Reap

Kampong Phluk Floating Village

45-60 min by car/tuk-tuk, plus boat

Explore one of the most authentic stilted villages on the Tonlé Sap lake. The community lives in houses on towering stilts, adapting to the lake's dramatic seasonal changes. A boat tour takes you through flooded forests and out onto the vast lake.

Banteay Srei & Landmine Museum

1 hour by car/tuk-tuk

Journey to the 'Citadel of the Women,' a 10th-century temple renowned for its intricate pink sandstone carvings, considered the finest in Angkor. Combine it with a sobering yet inspiring visit to the Cambodia Landmine Museum.

Phnom Kulen National Park

1.5 hours by car (4x4 recommended)

Escape to the sacred mountain where the Angkorian empire was founded. This national park is a site of pilgrimage for Cambodians, featuring a giant reclining Buddha, hundreds of lingas carved into a riverbed, and beautiful waterfalls.

Plan your Siem Reap trip

Things to do in Siem Reap: FAQ

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

Top sights include Angkor Wat Sunrise, Bayon Temple, Ta Prohm (Tomb Raider Temple) and Pub Street. Away from the crowds, try Theam's House Gallery and Preah Dak Market (Red Earth Market).

What are the most popular tours in Siem Reap?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Angkor Wat Sunrise or Sunset Tour with Guide from Siem Reap (5.0 stars, 13,690 reviews); Sunset tour of Kampong Phluk stilts home village on the Tonle Sap (4.9 stars, 5,665 reviews); Angkor Wat Sunrise Private Tour with Guide from Siem Reap (5.0 stars, 3,545 reviews).

How much do tours in Siem Reap cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €16 and €134 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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