Description
Practical information for this part of your visit is being updated. Contact the venue before making arrangements.
Visit Cambodia original guide ↗How to Get There
Go to Phsar Thmei, the domed Central Market in central Phnom Penh, by tuk-tuk, motorbike taxi or car. Explore the market on foot and keep the drop-off point separate from the working stall entrances.
Road and transport context ↗Admission
The original guide’s admission information is awaiting a current check. Confirm ticket prices, opening hours and any booking requirements directly with the venue before travelling.
Things to Do
- Shop for souvenirs, silver jewelry, and local handicrafts
- Browse clothing, fabrics, and accessories at bargain prices
- Experience authentic daily life of Phnom Penh locals
- Take photos of the impressive Art Deco architecture
- Try local snacks and fresh fruit inside the market
What to Eat
Rice-noodle soup, rice with grilled pork, fresh fruit and iced coffee are easy choices in the capital. Eat in the neighbourhood around the visit rather than inside worship or memorial buildings.
Where to Stay
Riverside and Daun Penh put the palace, museum and central riverfront within one city stay. BKK1 and Tonle Bassac are useful alternatives for restaurants and evening outings.
Best Time to Visit
Morning suits fresh-food markets; night-market and nightlife visits belong in the evening. Trading patterns differ between businesses, and outdoor stalls are more weather-dependent than covered halls.
Before You Go
Check opening hours, admission and access with the venue before travelling. Follow local instructions, respect worshippers and residents, and keep paths clear.
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Location map
Central Market
Guide reviewed 25 October 2026. Prices and access can change.
