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Phnom Penh at a glance
Quick facts about Phnom Penh
Local weather
℉℃Time zone
GMT +07:00
No time difference
Currency
Cambodian Riel
1USD = 4,082.67KHR
Official languages
Khmer
Best time to visit
APR - MAY
Spring
OCT - NOV
Water Festival
Recommended trip duration
3 days
What to know before visiting Phnom Penh
What to do in Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh draws visitors mainly for Tours and Cruises, with Tours leading booking volume and Cruises also well represented according to Klook booking data. The city's activity rhythm shows a summertime surge: July is the busiest month while May is significantly quieter, so expect the year to swing between busier and quieter periods. Decide whether you want lively streets and fuller tour options or a calmer visit with easier planning; pick atmosphere over savings or vice versa. All observations above are based on Klook booking data.
Best months to visit Phnom Penh
July is the clear peak for demand while May is the quietest month; prices are highest in July and drift down through the following months before reaching their low in June, so demand and price peak together around midsummer and diverge in late spring. For lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for May or June; for peak-season atmosphere and the widest choice of tours, plan for July. All price and demand notes come from Klook booking data.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | About average | USD 26 |
| February | Busier than usual | USD 16 |
| March | About average | USD 19 |
| April | About average | USD 19 |
| May | Quieter than usual | USD 10 |
| June | Busier than usual | USD 9 |
| July | Busier than usual | USD 28 |
| August | About average | USD 15 |
| September | Quieter than usual | USD 26 |
| October | About average | USD 17 |
| November | About average | USD 24 |
| December | About average | USD 12 |
Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.
Where to stay by typical price
Hotel prices in Phnom Penh vary widely. The most affordable district is 7 Makara with a typical nightly rate of around USD 18, while the priciest is Chroy Changvar at around USD 130, a gap of roughly 86% between them according to Klook booking data. Cheaper districts tend to suit travellers prioritising budget and practical convenience for tours; pricier districts suit travellers seeking higher-end hotels and more premium amenities. All figures above are based on Klook booking data.
Tips for travellers planning ahead
Most travellers book fairly close to travel dates and flexibility works: experiences on Klook are typically booked 2 days ahead, while the earliest planners lock in about 13 days out, according to Klook booking data. That means you can often decide a few days beforehand, but in July — the busiest month — booking earlier pays off. Use Klook to compare options and secure spots for popular Tours and Cruises when you want specific dates or times, while leaving casual choices flexible until shortly before departure.
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