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Phnom Penh
Cambodia · SGN
Riverfront palace, hard Khmer Rouge history, and good food.
About
Phnom Penh is the capital and most populous city of Cambodia. It has been the national capital since 1865 and has grown to become the nation's primate city and its political, economic, industrial, and cultural centre. The city's name derives from Wat Phnom, a Buddhist temple, and Lady Penh, the city's founder. It sits at the confluence of the Tonlé Sap and Mekong rivers, and is the start of the Bassac River. It is also the seat of Cambodia's monarchy, based at the Royal Palace.
Known for
- affordability · world class
- architecture · excellent
- dining · excellent
- historical · excellent
- nightlife · excellent
- sightseeing · excellent
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Weather through the year
- Jan89°F4d wet
- Feb91°F3d wet
- Mar94°F6d wet
- Apr94°F13d wet
- May92°F26d wet
- Jun90°F23d wet
- Jul89°F25d wet
- Aug90°F26d wet
- Sep88°F28d wet
- Oct87°F26d wet
- Nov87°F15d wet
- Dec87°F6d wet
Monthly averages from long-run climate normals. Bars compare months here, not places.
Things to do
Foot Reflexology MassageFrom $36 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Phnom Penh Bike & Boat Sunset Tour / E-Bike AvailableFrom $55 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Watch Live Khmer Traditional boxing in Phnom PenhFrom $19 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Four Hand Relaxing Oil MassageFrom $70 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Oudong Mountain History and Pagoda TourFrom $110 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Private Taxi Phnom Penh to Siem Reap Reliable TransferFrom $125 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
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Plan the trip
Fly into Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), about 128 mi away.
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