Holiday in Siem Reap
City in Cambodia — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇰🇭
Country
Cambodia
Type
City
Best time to travel
November–February (cool and dry)
Budget/day
30–60 €
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Siem Reap (REP) with a stop (Bangkok, Singapore, KL) in 13–17 hours. Visa on Arrival ($30).
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What makes Siem Reap special as a destination?
Siem Reap is the gateway to the temples of Angkor and has transformed from a sleepy provincial town to a vibrant travel destination with surprising cultural depth. The city serves as a base for exploring the Angkor Archaeological Park, but also offers numerous experiences off the beaten path that make a longer stay worthwhile. Pub Street and the Old Market form the tourist center with restaurants, bars, and souvenir shops. However, the true Siem Reap is discovered off the beaten path: Phare, the Cambodian circus, offers breathtaking acrobatic shows every evening, promoting young artists from disadvantaged backgrounds. The silk farms on the outskirts showcase traditional Khmer silk weaving, and cooking classes reveal the secrets of Cambodian cuisine with Amok, Lok Lak, and fresh curry pastes. Tonle Sap Lake, Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake, is just a few kilometers south and is home to floating villages whose residents have lived on the water for generations. Sunset boat tours provide unique insights into this extraordinary lifestyle. Biking tours through the rice field-dotted landscape around Siem Reap showcase rural Cambodia. November to March is the ideal travel time with pleasant weather.
What are the top highlights in Siem Reap?
The top highlights in Siem Reap include Angkor Archaeological Park, Phare Circus, Pub Street & Night Market, Floating Village (Kompong Khleang), Cambodian Cooking Class.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Angkor Archaeological Park
Over 1,000 temples on 400 km² – the Angkor Pass (1/3/7 days) opens the door to one of the largest archaeological sites in the world.
Phare Circus
Cambodia's most famous circus: young artists tell Khmer stories through acrobatics, music, and theater – absolutely worth seeing.
Pub Street & Night Market
The central party mile with 50-cent beer, live music, and the Angkor Night Market right next door – lively without being intrusive.
Floating Village (Kompong Khleang)
An authentic floating village on Tonle Sap – further away and less touristy than Kompong Phluk, but more impressive.
Cambodian Cooking Class
In half a day, learn to make Amok, Lok Lak, and spring rolls – including a market visit and recipe book for home.
Hotels in Siem Reap
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When is the best time to visit Siem Reap?
The best time to visit Siem Reap is November–February (cool and dry). Hot and humid, 32–38 °C, rainy season May–October, but green landscape and fewer tourists In winter: Warm and dry, 25–32 °C, perfect temple weather, high season
Recommended travel time
November–February (cool and dry)
Summer
Hot and humid, 32–38 °C, rainy season May–October, but green landscape and fewer tourists
Winter
Warm and dry, 25–32 °C, perfect temple weather, high season
How much does a holiday in Siem Reap cost?
Budget travellers: 12–20 €/day, mid-range: 30–60 €/day, luxury: 80–250 €/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
12–20 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
30–60 €
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
80–250 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Siem Reap?
Flight to Siem Reap (REP) with a stop (Bangkok, Singapore, KL) in 13–17 hours. Visa on Arrival ($30).
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Compare package holidays nowWhat travel tips are there for Siem Reap?
Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Buy the 3-day Angkor Pass and do not use the days consecutively – this avoids temple fatigue.
Eat Amok in a local restaurant (not Pub Street) – the authentic version costs $2 and is much better than the tourist version.
Book a tuk-tuk driver for all Angkor days (from $15/day) – he knows the best times for each temple and waits patiently.
Book Phare Circus tickets online – the show is in the evening and often sold out, especially in high season.
What should you eat in Siem Reap?
Typical specialities in Siem Reap: Fish Amok — fish steamed in coconut curry in banana leaves – Cambodia's national dish, mild and aromatic., Lok Lak — stir-fried beef with pepper-lime dip – Cambodia's comfort food., Khmer Red Curry — milder than Thai curry, with more vegetables and less spiciness – authentic and creamy., Fried Tarantula — fried tarantula – yes, a real Cambodian dish. Crispy and surprisingly nutty., Angkor Beer — Cambodia's national beer – light, refreshing, and for 50 cents the best beer value in Southeast Asia..
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