Silver Pagoda Genocide Museum and Killing Fields Phnom Penh Tour

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4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This full-day tour provides an immersive exploration of Phnom Penh's history and culture, offering first-time visitors a deeper understanding of Cambodia's past. Led by experienced guides, the tour covers the city's iconic landmarks while shedding light on the Khmer Rouge era. Visitors are advised to dress respectfully for religious sites and be prepared for pickup between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM for a prompt start. The tour also offers flexibility with free cancellation available up to 24 hours before it begins.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Admission fees
English-speaking guide
Bottled water during the tour
Shared tuk-tuk (1–2 pax) or air-conditioned vehicle (3 or more pax)
Gratuities
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

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

Pickup time ranges from 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM. Guests are advised to wait in their hotel lobby and be ready as soon as the guide arrives.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Royal Palace

    8:30 AM – 9:30 AM: Start your day with a visit to the Royal Palace, built in 1866. This iconic complex on the western banks of the Tonle Sap and Mekong River showcases exquisite Khmer architecture. Explore the royal compounds divided into four main sections and learn about Cambodia’s monarchy.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Silver Pagoda

    9:30 AM – 10:10 AM: Located within the Royal Palace grounds, the Silver Pagoda derives its name from its floor, which features 5,329 silver tiles. Admire gold and jeweled Buddha statues and the Angkor Wat-style Bell Tower while learning about the Khmer kings’ rich history.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum

    10:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Visit the former Security Prison 21 (S-21), which serves as a somber reminder of the Khmer Rouge era. This site details the horrific events and stories of prisoners who suffered under the Pol Pot regime.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Choeung Ek Genocidal Center

    12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Conclude the tour at Choeung Ek, the infamous Killing Fields, situated 17 km from Phnom Penh. Reflect on Cambodia’s history as you explore the mass graves and the commemorative stupa honoring the victims of the Khmer Rouge.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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