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What to see in Siem Reap in 4 days

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4-day itinerary for Siem Reap (Camboya): what to see, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets. Build your free custom plan.

Siem Reap blends temples, history, architecture and culture at every turn. Here's a 4-day itinerary organised by area, with the must-sees, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets to make the most of your trip.

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Best time to visitWinter
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Ideal length3-4 days
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BudgetMid-range · €€
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Getting aroundTaxi & walking
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Known forTemples, history, architecture and culture

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What to see in Siem Reap day by day

Day 1Angkor Archaeological Park

Angkor Wat
The largest religious temple in the world, built in the 12th century and dedicated to the god Vishnu.
from 34€
Sunrise at Angkor Wat
Sunrise at Angkor Wat
The sun rises behind the temple's five towers, reflected in the front ponds.
from 34€
Ta Prohm
A temple overrun by huge tree roots that has remained half-swallowed by the jungle.
Preah Khan
A vast labyrinthine complex that served as a temple, university and monastic city.
Ta Keo
An unfinished five-tower temple mountain built entirely of stone.
Banteay Kdei
A Buddhist temple surrounded by quiet galleries, less visited than its neighbours.
Phnom Bakheng
A hilltop temple from which to watch the sunset over Angkor Wat.
🍽️ Angkor Cafe
A rest stop opposite Angkor Wat for lunch between temple visits.
~12€

Day 2Siem Reap Centre

Angkor National Museum
A museum displaying Khmer sculptures and objects to understand the history of the temples.
from 11€
Pub Street
A pedestrian street in the centre full of bars, stalls and nightlife venues.
Free
Siem Reap Old Market
A traditional market with spices, crafts and local food beside the river.
Free
Apsara Dance Show
Dinner accompanied by classical Khmer dance with dancers dressed as the apsaras of the temples.
from 25€
Free Walking Tour of Siem Reap
A walking tour of the centre to learn about the city's history and everyday life.
Tip-based
🍽️ Marum
A youth-training restaurant serving creative Cambodian dishes with seasonal produce.
~15€
🍽️ Cuisine Wat Damnak
A tasting menu of fine Khmer cuisine based on local market ingredients.
~35€

Day 3Angkor Thom

Angkor Thom
The last capital of the Khmer Empire, surrounded by a square wall three kilometres long on each side.
Bayon Temple
The temple at the heart of Angkor Thom, famous for its more than fifty towers with smiling stone faces.
Terrace of the Elephants
A three-hundred-metre platform decorated with elephants that served as a royal viewing stand.
Baphuon
An 11th-century temple mountain rebuilt piece by piece after decades of work.

Day 4Distant Temples and Roluos

Banteay Srei
A pink sandstone temple renowned for the exquisite carving of its reliefs.
Roluos Group
The set of the area's oldest temples, birthplace of 9th-century Khmer art.
Tonlé Sap Lake Excursion
A boat trip across the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia and its floating villages.
from 25€

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Frequently asked questions about Siem Reap

How many days do I need to see Siem Reap?

With 4 days you can cover the key areas of Siem Reap: Angkor Archaeological Park, Siem Reap Centre, Angkor Thom and Distant Temples and Roluos. The plan spreads them across your days so you don't retrace your steps or waste time between them.

When is the best time to visit Siem Reap?

The best time to visit Siem Reap is winter, with mild temperatures, though with a good itinerary it's worth it in almost any season.

How do you get around Siem Reap?

It's worth using a taxi or transport for longer trips and walking around each area once you're there. That's why the itinerary links places by proximity, grouping a different area each day so you never retrace your steps.

What to visit in Siem Reap?

The must-sees in Siem Reap: Angkor Wat, Sunrise at Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple. This guide organises them day by day, with times, a map and skip-the-line tickets.

Is Siem Reap worth visiting?

Yes. Siem Reap brings together temples, history, architecture and culture, and the must-sees —Angkor Wat, Sunrise at Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple— are easy to take in over 4 days. It's worth it even if you're short on time.

Where to eat in Siem Reap?

Some local picks from this guide: Marum, Cuisine Wat Damnak and Pou Restaurant. They're placed by area alongside each day of the itinerary.

How much does it cost to visit Siem Reap?

It depends on your budget. With Trip Planner you set how much you want to spend per day and the plan adapts, combining free and paid activities.

Where can I buy skip-the-line tickets?

Every bookable activity includes a direct link to Civitatis to buy the ticket or tour online and skip the lines.

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