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.
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.
Wat Phnom
Sitting atop what is considered the only hill in Phnom Penh, this eclectic Buddhist monastery features a fascinating array of shrines, stupas and ornate buildings.
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: View 5 Kun Khmer Kickboxing Matches at a Stadium
Phnom Penh Kampot Kep Tour "Pepper Farm, Salt Field, Crab Market"
Top hotels in Chinatown
Plantation Urban Resort & Spa
Fresh breakfast , Cosy pool area Excellent options
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Aquarius Hotel & Urban Resort Phnom Penh
I was delighted with services & facilities
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Luxcity Hotel & Apartment
Breakfast was a full spread of deliciousness. Excellent coffees as well. Romm and voew was spectacular and close enough to things to do from a central location
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
SUN & MOON, Riverside Hotel
the room was beautiful, and staff were professional
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Phnom Penh
B
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Merton Holiday Inn
Room was small, but furnished well. A good amount of construction going on, but it wasn’t too disruptive. Great price for a riverfront stay.
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025
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 Orussey Market.
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 Orussey Market 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.
Prampir Makara
Prampir Makara is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Orussey Market and Olympic Stadium.
Khan 7 Makara
While visiting Khan 7 Makara, you might make a stop by sights 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.
