Don't Skip Phnom Penh: 25 Things to Do, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

We really enjoyed Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s crazy capital. The majority of the country’s visitors skip Phnom Penh and head straight to the Angkor Wat temples in Siem Reap. I personally feel this is a shame. Motorcycles whizzing by, tuk-tuk drivers constantly hassling, the noise and dust that comes with any Capital around the world, what is there to like about Phnom Penh, and how can two Country lovers like such a frantic City? Cambodia is a country ravaged by conflict and war. A violent history of genocide, so disturbing the older generation are trying desperately to forget their past. However, the Kingdom of Cambodia is becoming one of Asia’s leading travel destinations, and at its heart is Phnom Penh, which has its own historical story to tell. Phnom Penh is teaming with things to do, and is so much more than the S21 Prison, Killing Fields or Royal Palace. The food, culture and of course it’s troubled past all contribute towards making Phnom Penh and Cambodia a fascinating place to visit. We say don’t skip Phnom Penh, and let Feet Do Travel show you 25 things to do in Cambodia’s capital.

I’m going to share a secret with you. Finding a place to stay which provides relaxation and calm in a loud, dusty, hectic City is the key to having the best time. If we wouldn’t have chosen to stay at the small, quiet SLA Boutique Hostel, our trip to Phnom Penh could have been very different. No visit to Phnom Penh should be complete without learning more about Cambodia’s history. To understand any country and it’s people, you need to be aware of the past. A trip to S-21 Prison and the Killing Fields isn’t pleasant, but it should nevertheless be done. We were grateful to be able to retreat to our quiet hostel after this visit. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).