Phnom Penh came into existence in the 14th century. The city was closely linked to the traditional story of Wat Phnom pagoda, in a swamp tiny village with fishing as a sole occupation to earn a livelihood. A woman named Don Penh spotted a bodhi tree post a great flood near the river bank after which, the Lady Penh urged the local people to raise a small hill named Phnom and built a small pagoda called Wat Phnom to worship the four Buddha statues. The sanctity of this place enhanced the inhabitants migrating to this region ultimately to form a community considered as the predecessor of the capital Phnom Penh. To commemorate the lady, the king christened the city with the name Phnom Penh. Come to this city full of organized chaos and find yourself amazed by it!
The public transport i.e buses operate from 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. The air-conditioned buses run across the city and are one of the cheapest modes of transportation. Other unregulated forms of public transport available are auto rickshaws (tuk-tuk), taxis and motorcycle taxis.
Cleanliness: Moderate, Efficiency: High
1. US $2.50 by Train
A shuttle train operates at the airport direct to Phnom Penh Railway Station from the city center. It is a 10-minutes walking distance to the railway station. The train takes about 30 minutes to reach the city. You can board the train from the airport's parking area. The train leaves at an interval of 30 min.
2. $5 by Shuttle Bus
We highly recommend traveling through Shuttle Bus. Though expensive compared to the train it is a comfortable option. The shuttle service operates between 0900 hrs to 1750 hrs. With a frequency of 30 minutes and 60 minutes during peak and lean hours, respectively.
3. $0.40 by Public Bus
Buses are accessible close to the airport's exit area and across the city, with an interval of 15-minutes. It operates between 5 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
4. $12- US $18 by Airport Taxi
The airport taxi is available at the arrival area of the airport. It is quite a safe and convenient option especially when carrying pieces of luggage. Actual fare would depend on your destination. You should ensure correct payment as per the chart displayed. We advise you to tender change.
5. $6- US $9 by Tuk-Tuks
Tuk-tuks are accessible at the airport's exit gates. If you are a good negotiator, you can end up paying $6-$7 to reach the city centre. Tuk-tuks are the most popular and readily available local transport.
6. $1.5 for a Remork-Moto
More like an open air-conditioned bus, they usually use this mode of transport to carry goods and passengers. This is a low-tech version of a bus hitched behind a motorcycle. It is widely driven in rural Cambodia.
Warning: Do not keep your luggage outside tuk-tuks as there have been reports of loss of luggage.
7. $1- US $3 for Cyclos
It is the cheapest way to get around in urban areas. But be a good negotiator. Cyclo can be flagged down at any place of your convenience.
8. Outboards
You can understand an outboard as a local river bus or taxi. Usually, outboards don't run on schedules as they wait to fill up vacant seats. it connects small villages on the upper wing of Mekong.
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Water Bottle | USD 0.47 |
Cup of Coffee | USD 2.26 |
Milk Carton Pack | USD 2.29 |
Rice/Kg | USD 1.19 |
White Bread | USD 1.35 |
Eggs (12) | USD 1.56 |
Combo Meal | USD 5.02 |
Fine Dining | USD 20.10 |
Bottle of Coke or Pepsi | USD 0.77 |
Domestic Beer | USD 0.90 |
Imported Beer | USD 2.01 |
Bottle of Wine | USD 10.05 |
Cigarettes (20 Pack) | USD 1.51 |
Taxi ( 1 km ) | USD 0.75 |
Ticket in local transport (Single way). | USD 2.01 |
Rent ( One Bed Room) | USD 513.63 |
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Nightlife in Cambodia has been developing over the years. It might not compete with Bangkok, but has a vibrant dusk-till-dawn nightlife. There are several areas in Phnom Penh where bars and nightlife venues are concentrated. It is a good party town. You can choose from hostess bars, sports clubs, pubs, karaoke bars, discos and dance clubs. It does not spread out the area so it is easy to get to any club through tuk-tuk or moto (the safest way to get around). The atmosphere in bars and clubs is quite laid back and you can enjoy the music of the 60s in some of them. The menus of the nightclubs have a huge variety to offer. From mojitos to tequila's, from roasted beef to texas chilly, you can relish the best of the delicacies around there. Few of the cafes have been information exchange places for expats visiting Phnom Penh city. You can visit Candy Bar which has a beautiful ambiance and some vibrant music to enjoy. A good selection of western food, Thai food, and pizzas is not to be missed. You can also find happy hours at some pubs. Usually, clubs are open past midnight and some for 24 hours. The atmosphere is relaxed and you would love to give into it.
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Pnom Penh International Airport - PNH
REP - Siem Reap
Start Tariff: KHR 1.00
1 Km. Tariff: KHR 0.75
1 Hour Waiting Tariff: KHR 5.00
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