Most guides book would recommend the following when visiting Phnom Penh; Toul Sleng Genocide Museum, Central Market, Royal Palace and the National Museum. And you could if you wanted to, but heres are a few other things not to be missed.
Riverfront
Explore the Tonle Sap riverfront or as it is called Sisowath Qua. It is especially lively in the evening and over the weekend. Across the boulevard are rows of french colonial shophouses that now house various local & western restaurant and bars. The Royal Palace and the National Museum are also within walking distance.
Riverfront
Explore the Tonle Sap riverfront or as it is called Sisowath Qua. It is especially lively in the evening and over the weekend. Across the boulevard are rows of french colonial shophouses that now house various local & western restaurant and bars. The Royal Palace and the National Museum are also within walking distance.
Karma Restaurant & Bar
Preah Sisowath Quay, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Foreign Correspondent Club
A great place for cocktails overlooking the river.
363 Sisowath Quay, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Russian Market
I especially loved the Russian Market, which to me seemed a lot more genuine than the Central Market. Here you will find numerous stalls divided across narrow indoor alleys selling hardware, vegetable, poultry, jewellery, textiles, clothes, toys, dining-ware and much more. Most prices are in USD but you can bargain.
Tuk-Tuk
Tuk-tuks are the easiest and cheapest way of getting around Phnom Penh with most fares costing between 2 to 4 USD. Remember to check beforehand. I've listed this as a thing to do because riding a tuk-tuk can be extremely fun. The traffic in Phnom Penh is chaotic with vehicles driving in all directions including opposite lanes, with tuk-tuks zooming in and out and around.
Cambodian food isn't very popular, yet. If I had to describe it I would say its a cross between Thai and Vietnamese food but a little on the sour side with lots of pepper. I'm obviously not the best food critic so do try it for yourself and decide. There are also a handful of street stalls to try, which seem to be very popular amongst the locals.
K and I also tried a few cafes (include a hidden almost impossible to find vegan one) and rooftop bars. Look out for the amazing happy hour deals. So cheap!
Malis
A great option for dinner, this restaurant is housed in a colonial bungalow. If its not too hot, request for a garden table.
136 Norodom Boulevard, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Artillery
This laneway cafe is difficult to find but is an ideal place to spend your weekend afternoon.
Alleyway of St. 240 1/2, No. 82E0 244, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
D22
A modern hipster-chic Japanese rooftop bar offering a great view of the city.
Floor 22, Phnom Penh Tower, No. 445, Monivong Blvd, Phnom Penh
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