Cambodia travel guide
Cambodia combines some of Southeast Asia's most memorable sights with a warm, unhurried welcome. Sunrise over Angkor Wat is the signature experience, but the country also offers Mekong river towns, island beaches and a food scene built on fish amok, fresh herbs and market snacks. Siem Reap is the base for the temples of Angkor, while Phnom Penh brings royal palaces, museums and riverside evenings. On the south coast, Kampot, Kep and Sihanoukville lead to pepper farms, crab markets and the islands of Koh Rong. Battambang and Kratie suit those who like quieter rural towns, and Mondulkiri and Ratanakiri open up waterfalls and forest in the northeast. The dry season from November to March is the most comfortable time to travel, while the green season brings fewer crowds and lush landscapes. Cambodia suits culture seekers, beach lovers and independent travellers. Plan the itinerary city by city with Zippy Trips.
Capital: Phnom Penh.
Visa for Indian passport holders
Visa on arrival.
Before you go to Cambodia
- Currency
- KHR ៛
- Emergency number
- 117
- Plug type
- Type A, C, G
- Tap water
- Drink bottled water
- Tipping
- Optional
- Bargaining
- Common
- eSIM
- Available
- Card networks
- Visa, Mastercard
- ATM fees
- USD 4-5 per withdrawal (dispenses USD)
Cities in Cambodia
- Siem Reap Gateway to Angkor — a vibrant city serving as the base for exploring the magnificent UNESCO Angkor archaeological complex.
- Phnom Penh The Pearl of Cambodia — a lively capital of gilded palaces, riverside markets, museums, and a dynamic food and nightlife scene.
- Sihanoukville Cambodian Beach Destination — a coastal town with sandy beaches, island hopping opportunities, and growing tourist infrastructure.
- Battambang Cambodia's Most Charming City — a riverside town with French colonial charm, temples, and authentic local culture away from tourist crowds.
- Kep Quiet Coastal Town — a serene beach destination with colonial villas, local markets, and a gateway to offshore islands.
- Koh Rong Cambodia's famous backpacker-and-beach island off Sihanoukville, with white sand, snorkelling and bioluminescent plankton.
- Kampot Laid-back riverside town famed for Kampot pepper, French-colonial shophouses and Bokor National Park.
- Sen Monorom Cambodia's highland capital, 686 m up in Mondulkiri's red-earth hills, where pine ridges and cattle pasture replace paddy and the nights…
- Kratie A sleepy Mekong river town of shuttered French shophouses, and the most reliable place in Cambodia to see the critically endangered…
- Banlung The dusty red-laterite capital of Ratanakiri in Cambodia's far northeast, ringed by waterfalls and rubber. Its centrepiece is Yeak Laom, an…
- Kampong Thom A working highway town midway between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, and the base for Sambor Prei Kuk — the pre-Angkorian Chenla capital of…
- Koh Kong Cambodia's southwestern frontier town on the Kah Bpow river, and the gateway to the Cardamom Mountains — the largest remaining wilderness…
Frequently asked questions about Cambodia
- Do Indian citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
- Visa on arrival. Stay: 3 months from issue, 30-day stay. Fee: USD 30 + processing fee. Processing: Around 3 business days. Apply: Before departure. Apply only on the official portal, evisa.gov.kh.
- What currency is used in Cambodia?
- The currency in Cambodia is the Cambodian Riel (៛). ₹1 is about 43 ៛.
- Can I use cards and ATMs in Cambodia?
- Accepted card networks: Visa, Mastercard. Typical ATM fees: USD 4-5 per withdrawal (dispenses USD). Decline dynamic currency conversion at ATMs and card machines.
- Should I tip in Cambodia?
- Tipping in Cambodia: optional. Typically about 10% in restaurants.
- Is tap water safe to drink in Cambodia?
- Drink bottled water.
- What plug type does Cambodia use?
- Cambodia uses Type A, C, G plugs.
- What is the emergency number in Cambodia?
- Emergency: 117. Police: 117. Ambulance: 119. Tourist helpline: 1800 914 914.
- Can I get a SIM or eSIM in Cambodia?
- SIM and eSIM available in Cambodia.
- What is the capital of Cambodia?
- The capital of Cambodia is Phnom Penh. Time there: IST + 1 h 30 min.