Things to do in Koh Thum (2025): Top nearby activities,popular attractions,itinerary planning,weather,accommodation,food,transportation,and more - all you need to know (updated August, 2025) | Trip.com
无为的无心草:“The following is a three-day tour guide for Angkor Wat: Prepare for the best travel time: dry season (November - April the next year) the weather is cool and rainy, suitable for sightseeing, of which 12 - February is the peak season, and there are more tourists; During the rainy season (May-October), the vegetation is dense and there are few tourists. After the rain, the temple reflection is beautiful, but you need to prepare rain gear and try to avoid the heat of March-May. At this time, the high temperature is hot, and the body temperature can reach 40 ℃ +. ● How to arrive: You can fly directly from Guangzhou, Kunming, Shanghai and other Siem Reap, or transfer through Phnom Penh. Local transportation options: ○ Tuk-Tuk: Suitable for small circles/big circles, about $15-25/day. ○ Car charter: It is recommended to charter a car (such as the Queen's Palace, the collapse column) in the outer circle, about $60-80/day. ○ Bicycle/electric car: suitable for short trips, rent $2-5/day. ● Ticket information: $3 day ticket $62 (3 days to choose from within 10 days), you need to buy tickets and take pictures at the Angkor Ticket Center, and you can watch the sunset for free after 17:00. Itinerary ● Day1 Small circle: ○ Go to Angkor Temple in the morning to watch the sunrise. It is the world's largest religious building and its relief corridor is a must-see. ○ In the morning, visit Tongwangcheng, there are attractions such as Bayan Temple and Bafang Temple in the city. ○ In the afternoon, visit Tapuren Temple. ● Day2 Big Circle: ○ In the morning, visit Shengjian Temple. ○ In the noon or afternoon, you can go to Longyan Water Pool and Taxun Temple. ○ In the evening, go to Bili Temple to watch the sunset. ● Day3 Outer Circle: ○ Visit the Queen's Palace in the morning. ○ Go to the Bengmilie at noon or afternoon. This is a ruin secret, and an additional $5 ticket is required. ○ If time permits, you can also go to Donglisa Lake to experience the life of the floating village and Cambodian fishermen. The rainy season is more spectacular. Note ● Respect local religious and cultural customs, dress appropriately when entering the temple, and avoid exposure to wear. ● Do a good job in sun protection and mosquito prevention measures, carry enough drinking water, especially in high temperature weather. ● You can learn some historical and cultural knowledge about Angkor Wat in advance to better appreciate the attractions.”
jons02:“$10.25 Entrance fee as of today. Intended to visit after 2 pm as most information online mentioned that 11:00-2:00 was their lunch break. However, my tuktuk driver for the day insisted that it's open. So he dropped me off at around 1:30, and was actually allowed to enter. Strolled around for around 40 mins. Unfortunately some areas are under construction at the moment. Still enjoyed the other areas, nonetheless. Ended the visit with fresh fruit smoothie ($2) by the exit. Free water bottles are also provided before you leave.I regret not taking more photos.”
Jiviisana:“Plenty of foods available for all local and international tourists. Near the market, you can enjoy sightseeing along the Mekong river with vibrant bars and pubs”
长脸张少侠:“Cambodia🇰🇭Phnom Penh【Independence Monument】
The Independence Monument was built to commemorate Cambodia's independence from French colonial rule on November 9, 1953. It was completed in March 1958, 37 meters high, with 7 floors, and 100 snake gods (symbols of Cambodian culture) on it. Every year during Independence Day, the Cambodian king or the king's representative holds a grand celebration here. Many visiting foreign heads of state also come here to lay wreaths.
In 1863, Cambodia was invaded by France and occupied by Japan in 1940. After Japan surrendered in 1945, the French colonists returned and invaded Cambodia again
Address: Norodom Blvd, 41, Phnom Penh”
jons02:“Only had the chance to stay for an hour, wish I had the chance to stay longer. $10 dollar entrance with an audio guide$5 without If you dont have a guide with you, audio is highly recommended. Definitely worth it and made me understand the history easier. I entered the museum not knowing a lot of information about the incident. But I left with a lot of knowledge.”
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