Siem Reap Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital of the same named Cambodian province
About Siem Reap
The name "Siem Reap" literally means "Siam Defeated". These days, however, the only rampaging hordes are the tourists heading to theAngkor Archaeological Park. This once quaint village has become the largest boom town and construction site in Cambodia. Since Siem Reap is a major tourist destination, prices in some instances are higher than elsewhere in Cambodia. Expect to receive almost constant offers for motodop and tuk-tuk rides, along with everything else which drivers may be able to offer to you. Be sure to pick up your freeSiem Reap Angkor Visitors Guideand the equally free and usefulSiem Reap Pocket Guidefrom your hotel/guesthouse. It contains lots of info on Siem Reap and the Angkor Archaeological Park, including hotel/bar/restaurant/shop info, travel info, and maps. For the eco-s
Top Attractions in Siem Reap
Explore the best things to see and do in Siem Reap:
- ★Angkor Eye
- ★Angkor National Museum
- ★Angkor Photography Festival: Photography for Change
- ★Angkor Pottery Center
- ★APOPO
- ★Apsara Theatre
- ★Banteay Srey Butterfly Centre
- ★Beyond Unique Cooking Class
Where to Eat in Siem Reap
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Angkor Herb
- 🍴Bong Srey Mith Laor
- 🍴Cafe D’Angkor (Raffles Grand Hotel D’Angkor)
- 🍴Common Grounds Restaurant
- 🍴Cuisine Wat Damnak
- 🍴Curry Walla
Where to Stay in Siem Reap
- 🏨Anantara Angkor Resort
- 🏨Angkor Panoramic Boutique Hotel
- 🏨Baphuon Villa
- 🏨Central Boutique Angkor Hotel
- 🏨Cheathata Angkor
- 🏨Cheathata CTS Hotel
Siem Reap Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 14 sections including: