Discover Angkor
Angkor is not a single temple — it is an entire civilization of stone. Between the 9th and 15th centuries, the kings of the Khmer Empire built over 1,000 temples, palaces, reservoirs, and infrastructure here. At the height of its power in the 12th century, Angkor was the largest city of the pre-industrial world — larger than contemporary Paris, London, or Rome.
The temples are scattered over an area of 400 km². Most visitors focus on the "Small Circuit" and the "Grand Circuit," which cover the main temples in 2–3 days. But even a week is not enough to see everything.
The city of Siem Reap (6 km south of the temples) is the tourist base camp: hotels, restaurants, the notorious Pub Street, and the night market. The city itself has charm — French colonial buildings, shady boulevards, and the Siem Reap River running through it.
Tickets & Practical Information
The Angkor Pass is sold at the official ticket center (Apsara Authority, on the main road between Siem Reap and Angkor). A photo is taken on-site — no need for your own passport photo.
| Pass | Price | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Day Pass | 37 USD | 1 Day |
| 3-Day Pass | 62 USD | 10 Days (use any 3 days) |
| 7-Day Pass | 72 USD | 1 Month (use any 7 days) |
Ticket Sales: Daily 5:00–17:30. From 17:00 you can buy the pass for the next day and still catch the sunset at Phnom Bakheng — for free!
Clothing: Shoulders and knees must be covered (checked at Angkor Wat and Bayon). No tank tops, no short shorts. Light long pants and a T-shirt are sufficient.
Water: Bring at least 2 liters per person. There are vendors at the major temples (0.50–1 USD).
💡 Tipp
The 3-day pass is ideal for most visitors. Day 1: Small Circuit with Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm. Day 2: Grand Circuit with Preah Khan and Pre Rup. Day 3: Banteay Srei + a second visit to your favorite temple without time pressure.
