Phnom Penh
CambodiaKH
Capital of Cambodia
Phnom Penh is the capital and most populous city of Cambodia. It has been the national capital since 1865 and has grown to become the nation's primate city and its political, economic, industrial, and cultural centre. The city's name derives from Wat Phnom, a Buddhist temple, and Lady Penh, the city's founder. It sits at the confluence of the Tonlé Sap and Mekong rivers, and is the start of the Bassac River. It is also the seat of Cambodia's monarchy, based at the Royal Palace.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 457,000
- Coordinates
- 11.562, 104.916
- Timezone
- Asia/Phnom_Penh
- Elevation
- 11 m
Overview of Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh is a large city in Cambodia. The headcount is close to 457,000. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Travel interests covered here include nature, water sports and culture.
Things to do in Phnom Penh
Nature in Phnom Penh
(21)For nature, expect Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest. The category holds 21 entries in our dataset. This reflects only what is documented for Phnom Penh.
Water Sports in Phnom Penh
(19)Water Sports lovers get Bodyboard, Canoeing, Diving, Jet Skiing and Kayaking. All of it is drawn from Phnom Penh's recorded activities. There are 19 tagged experiences in this group.
Culture in Phnom Penh
(18)Phnom Penh records Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Bridges and Castles under culture. Everything listed here comes from what Phnom Penh is actually tagged with. There are 18 tagged experiences in this group.
Sports in Phnom Penh
(15)Sports in Phnom Penh covers Biking, Golf, Hiking, Hiking Trails and Horse Trails. The category holds 15 entries in our dataset. This reflects only what is documented for Phnom Penh.
Adventure in Phnom Penh
(13)Phnom Penh's adventure entries include Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Boat Rides. It is a direct read of Phnom Penh's activity profile. That is 13 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Nightlife in Phnom Penh
(10)Phnom Penh's nightlife entries include Bars, Casinos, Clubs, Disco and Events. It is a direct read of Phnom Penh's activity profile. That is 10 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Wellness in Phnom Penh
(7)Our data lists Farms, Hammam, Ranches, Spa and Therms as wellness options here. The category holds 7 entries in our dataset. This reflects only what is documented for Phnom Penh.
Family in Phnom Penh
(4)Family lovers get Aquariums, Playgrounds, Water Parks and Zoo. It is a direct read of Phnom Penh's activity profile. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Shopping in Phnom Penh
(2)Shopping lovers get Food and Shopping. It is a direct read of Phnom Penh's activity profile. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
More to do in Phnom Penh
(2)Looking for other activities? Phnom Penh has Fishing and Secret. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Phnom Penh.
Best time to visit Phnom Penh
Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Phnom Penh still delivers. For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
Getting there & around
Expect national and often international links into Phnom Penh, plus transport inside the city. Phnom Penh runs on Asia/Phnom_Penh time.
Similar destinations
Places near Phnom Penh that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Phnom Penh known for?
- In Cambodia, Phnom Penh stands out for nature, water sports and culture. That mix defines the typical visit to this 457,000-strong destination.
- What can you do in Phnom Penh?
- Options in Phnom Penh run to Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Phnom Penh?
- Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Phnom Penh still delivers. For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
- Where is Phnom Penh located?
- You will find Phnom Penh in Cambodia. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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