Chinatown Travel Guide
Phnom Penh
Popular places to visit
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 top-notch restaurants.
Royal Palace
Befitting the home of Cambodia’s royalty, the glittering golden roofline of this palace dominates Phnom Penh’s skyline.
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.
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
This former prison outside Phnom Penh brings to light the brutality of Pol Pot’s Khmer Rouge and honors the 17,000 people who lost their lives here.
Tuol Tom Pong Market
During your visit to Phnom Penh, you can do some window-shopping at Tuol Tom Pong Market. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Things to do
Private Taxi Siem Reap-Phnom Penh Or Phnom Penh-Siem Reap
Phnom Penh: killing field & Toul Sleng genocide museum Tour
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21) and Choeung Ek Killing Fields Tour
Phnom Penh: Silk Islands Half-Day Bike Tour
The Killing Field and Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) Tour
Top hotels in Chinatown
Plantation Urban Resort & Spa
The place is absolutely amazing, in a splendid location. The staff are sooo sweet and prepared to help with all your needs. The deluxe rooms are lovely and spacious. The spa is stunning with a private hot tub and reasonable priced massages. Definitely the place to stay.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Luxcity Hotel & Apartment
Amazing staff, very friendly, attentive and respectful. Hotel was very clean and well maintained and better than many 5 star hotels in the state. Love my stay and Will continue to comeback
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Aquarius Hotel & Urban Resort Phnom Penh
Lovely hotel, pool and breakfast excellent, room very comfortable, and I felt very secure here as a lone female traveller.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
SUN & MOON, Riverside Hotel
Staff was very friendly and the food was delicous
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Phnom Penh
Nice hotel, good location, great breakfast. Very kind and accommodating staff!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Fairfield By Marriott Phnom Penh
Clean rooms, breakfast menu and staff
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
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.
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.
Daun Penh
The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Daun Penh. Make a stop by National Museum of Cambodia or Central Market while you're exploring the area.
Khan 7 Makara
While visiting Khan 7 Makara, you might make a stop by sights like Orussey Market and Olympic Stadium.
Prampir Makara
Prampir Makara is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Orussey Market and Olympic Stadium.
Sangkat Veal Vong
While visiting Sangkat Veal Vong, you might make a stop by sights like Olympic Stadium and City Mall.
