Things to do in Phnom Penh

Top experiences at a glance

Phnom Penh’s highest-booked activities are Tours, followed by Cruises, and demand moves through the year with a clear peak in December and a low in June. Tours dominate most months but become especially busy toward the year-end, while Cruises remain a reliably budget-friendly option across the calendar.

Best picks for families, couples and solo travellers

Families will find tours appealing for their variety and straightforward planning—there’s a wide spread of tour types and price levels to choose from. Couples often prefer cruises for relaxed, lower-cost outings that suit short excursions or gentle sightseeing. Solo travellers and small groups can mix both: budget-friendly cruises for quick trips and the broader range of tours when they want more specialised experiences.

What travellers from Singapore should book ahead

Most visitors planning short stays in Phnom Penh can be flexible: typical bookings were made around a day in advance, though the earliest planners booked roughly six days ahead. Booking ahead matters most in the December peak months, when demand rises and those early planners secure the most options.

How the main categories compare on price and appeal

Cruises are the easiest way in, sitting at the lowest typical price point and well-suited to cost-conscious travellers or anyone after a simple outing. Tours are the priciest on median and offer the widest spread of options, so they suit travellers wanting either budget choices or more premium, specialised experiences. In short, choose cruises for straightforward, low-cost outings and tours when you want the broadest range of styles and price levels.