Phnom Penh Capital City Tour Shared Tour

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Explore the rich cultural heritage of Phnom Penh in this immersive tour featuring the Royal Palace, National Museum, and other iconic sites. Discover the history behind the Royal Palace, the stunning displays of Khmer art at the National Museum, and the vibrant atmosphere of Central Market. Uncover the stories of Wat Phnom, the city's historical identity, and pay tribute at the Independence Monument. This tour offers insightful narratives, ensuring a deep understanding of Cambodia's past and present. Perfect for history buffs and culture enthusiasts alike.

- Visit the Royal Palace, the official residence of the King of Cambodia
- Explore extensive collections of Khmer art at the National Museum
- Experience local life at Central Market, a hub for shopping and dining
- Learn the historical significance of Wat Phnom and the Independence Monument

What's Included

Hotel pick up and drop off
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
English speaking tour guide
Royal Palace
National Museum
Wat Phnom Historical Site
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please be ready at your hotel lobby.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Royal Palace

    Royal Palace was built in 1866 and officially opened in 1870. Royal Palace also serves as the official royal residence of Cambodia's King since the past till nowadays. Most of the buildings in the Royal Palace site’s visit was built in the Cambodian traditional architecture style, and those buildings also have different meanings which is representative of its own unique as well. Let’s find out what it is with us!

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    National Museum

    National Museum was officially inaugurated in 1920, and it’s located in Phnom Penh Capital City. National Museum is one of a largest exhibition center that display a lot of sculptures, arts, traditional stuffs, and the other old items in all eras in Cambodia history. All of those items were collected from all over the country to show in the National Museum for all visitors to learn more and to explore more about Cambodia’s culture and history even they are in the modern capital city, Phnom Penh.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Wat Phnom

    Wat Phnom is representative Phnom Penh Capital City Identity. Phnom Penh Capital City was given name after an Old Lady who names Penh. In the past, Grandma Penh is a residential and a wealthy old lady who live in a village near the small hill, which is Wat Phnom nowadays, close to the bank of Chaktomuk River. The small hill which is in Cambodian Language means “Phnom” combines with the name of Grandma Penh, so it becomes to Phnom Penh. There’re more many stories follow after that, which till nowadays make Wat Phnom has become to a historical site, an also a part of the Phnom Penh Capital City’s identity.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Central Market

    Central Market first opened in 1937. It was one of the old buildings that was built in French Colonial Period in Phnom Penh Capital City. This bright yellow building was designed by French architecture. Nowadays, it becomes to a popular local market for local people to shop any stuffs including foods, and it’s also a popular local market for foreigner’s tourists to visit while they are in Phnom Penh City. We, local people, are calling it, Phsar Thom Thmey.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Independence Monument

    Independence Monument was built by King Norodom Sihanouk to memorize about the time of Cambodian get independence from France Colonial in 1953. It stands on the busy center of Phnom Penh Capital City.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Statue of King Father Norodom Sihanouk

    Next to the Independence Monument, there’s the statues of King Father Norodom Sihanouk. The King that gets Cambodia out of French Colonial in 1953.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Sorita Travel Cambodia

Tags

Full-day Tours
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Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
City Tours
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Additional fees
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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