Phnom Penh en 5 jours
Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda et National Museum of Cambodia le jour 1, Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum et Central Market le jour 2 et Killing Fields of Choeung Ek et Riverside Promenade le jour 3. Les 2 autres jours ajoutent une excursion à Oudong et BKK1.
Compter environ 290 € par personne en budget moyen, ou 115 € avec un petit budget.
Jour 1 : Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda et National Museum of Cambodia
The bustling tourist epicenter and social hub of the city, running along the Tonlé Sap River.
Matin
Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda
Visit the Royal Palace in the morning (opens at 8 AM) to avoid the worst heat and crowds. Remember, shoulders and knees must be covered to enter.
Quartier : Riverside.
Pour manger
Street Food & Local Eateries
Look for places crowded with locals. Don't be afraid to point at what others are eating if there's no menu.
Où aller : Bai Sach Chrouk at Psar Kandal stalls, Kuy Teav at any bustling morning stall, Grilled skewers and *phnom pleung* (tabletop BBQ) along Street 63 at night
Après-midi
National Museum of Cambodia
Quartier : Riverside.
Soir
Wat Langka
One of Phnom Penh's five original pagodas, located in a quiet compound near the Independence Monument. It's a working monastery and meditation center.
Jour 2 : Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum et Central Market
Matin
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
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Traditional Khmer
Share several dishes family-style to sample a variety of flavors. Rice is the centerpiece of every Khmer meal.
Où aller : Romdeng (for a social enterprise serving classics like fried tarantulas), Malis Restaurant (upscale traditional in a garden setting), Friends the Restaurant (training restaurant with creative Khmer fusion)
Après-midi
Central Market
Soir
The Vintage Shop at Russian Market
Tucked in a corner of the Russian Market, this small stall is packed with genuine vintage items from Cambodia's recent past.
Quartier : Toul Tom Poung.
Jour 3 : Killing Fields of Choeung Ek et Riverside Promenade
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Killing Fields of Choeung Ek
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Modern & International
Reservations are essential for high-end places like Cuisine Wat Damnak, often weeks in advance.
Où aller : Cuisine Wat Damnak (celebrated fine-dining tasting menu using local ingredients), Pizza 4P's (Japanese-Italian fusion, wildly popular), Bistrot Langka (French bistro in a colonial villa)
Après-midi
Riverside Promenade
Soir
Bassac Lane
A tiny, hidden alleyway in BKK1 that transforms at night into a vibrant strip of minuscule, themed cocktail bars and eateries.
Jour 4 : excursion à Oudong
1.5 hours by car/tuk-tuk.
The former royal capital of Cambodia, Oudong is a serene hilltop complex of stupas and temples offering panoramic views of the plains. It's a deeply spiritual site for Cambodians and a peaceful escape from the city.
À voir : Climbing the main hill to the giant stupas, Visiting the modern Preah Reach Troap Pagoda at the base, Seeing local pilgrims making offerings, Enjoying the countryside views
Jour 5 : BKK1 et Catholic Church of St. Joseph
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BKK1 (Boeung Keng Kang 1)
An upscale, leafy residential area known for its expat-friendly vibe, trendy cafes, international restaurants, boutique shops, and chic cocktail bars. The streets are quieter and more organized than the Riverside, with a distinctly modern, cosmopolitan feel.
Aussi dans le coin : Trendy cafes like Brown Coffee and Backyard Cafe, Boutique shopping on Street 278, Fine dining at restaurants like Cuisine Wat Damnak, The Russian Market on its southern edge
Après-midi
Catholic Church of St. Joseph
A striking, salmon-painted Catholic church built in the 1960s, standing as a rare example of modernist architecture in the city.
Soir
Koh Oknha Tei (Mekong Island)
A larger, less-visited island in the Mekong upstream from the city, known for its pottery villages and quiet rural life.
Avant de partir
Depuis l'aéroport
Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) is about 30-60 minutes from the city center depending on traffic. Official airport taxis cost a fixed $15. A private car booked via your hotel is similar. The most economical option is a tuk-tuk, which costs $9-12. Use the Grab or PassApp ride-hailing apps for the best fixed price (around $7-9 for a car, $5-7 for a tuk-tuk).
Se déplacer
The Riverside area, French Quarter, and BKK1 are fairly walkable for short distances, with sidewalks (though often obstructed). However, the heat, humidity, and chaotic traffic crossings make walking between major districts (e.g., Riverside to Russian Market) unpleasant and time-consuming. Tuk-tuks are recommended for longer stretches.
Conseils sur place
- Carry small US Dollar bills ($1, $5, $10). The US Dollar is widely accepted, but you'll often get change in Cambodian Riel. A mix of both currencies is essential.
- Download the PassApp or Grab taxi apps. They offer fixed-price, meterless rides via tuk-tuk or car, eliminating haggling and overcharging, especially at night or from tourist spots.
- For a unique market experience, visit Psar Orussey early in the morning. It's a massive, multi-story local market where you'll see few tourists and every imaginable item for sale.
