Phnom Penh travel guide
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You're Going to Love Phnom Penh
With 1.57 million inhabitants, Phnom Penh is the most populous city in Cambodia. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Phnom Penh deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Phnom Penh
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Phnom Penh in April, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 35 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 21 °C, with an average temperature of 25 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 250 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Phnom Penh, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
How to Get to Phnom Penh
Plane
When flying to Phnom Penh, you’ll arrive at Phnom Penh Pochentong (PNH), which is located 8 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Phnom Penh from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 24h 10m.
Train
The train station in Phnom Penh is called Phnom Penh Phnom Penh Railway Station, and is located 1.1 km from the city centre.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Phnom Penh, including Bus, Virak Buntham and Saly VIP. The most popular bus station is Phnom Penh Mekong Express - Phnom Penh Sisowath, located 1.8 km from the city centre of Phnom Penh. Phnom Penh Tuol Kok Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 2.6 km from the city centre.
Airports near Phnom Penh
Airlines serving Phnom Penh
Where to stay in Phnom Penh
From 5-star hotels such as the Palace Gate Hotel & Resort By Ehm to great affordable options like the New York Hotel, Phnom Penh offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €24 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €123 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Onederz Hostel Phnom Penh and ibis budget Phnom Penh Riverside. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Phnom Penh, with prices from €7 to €295 per night. Chamakar Mon is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Phnom Penh are about 10% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Phnom Penh
Most booked hotels in Phnom Penh
Hiring a car in Phnom Penh
Hiring a car in Phnom Penh costs €60 per day, on average, or €120 if you want to hire it for 2 days.
Expect to pay €1.18 per litre in Phnom Penh (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €14.14 and €18.86. The most frequently booked car type in Phnom Penh is Full-size (Ford Ranger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Skoda Fabia or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.