Phnom Penh in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in Phnom Penh add food and rural calm. This 2-day itinerary covers the history, palace, markets and river — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

1Day 1: history & palace
2Day 2: markets & food
3Silk Island
4Mekong cruise

Day 1: history & palace

Killing Fields, S-21 and the Royal Palace.

Day 2: markets & food

A city tour, markets and street food.

Afternoon: Silk Island

Escape to Koh Dach’s weaving villages.

Phnom Penh in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Phnom Penh?

Two days covers the history and Royal Palace on day one, and the markets, street food and Silk Island on day two — a great mix of culture, flavours and calm.

What should I not miss in 2 days in Phnom Penh?

The Killing Fields and S-21, the Royal Palace, a street-food tour, and a Mekong sunset cruise.

Is a street-food tour worth it in Phnom Penh?

Yes — a guided street-food tour by tuk-tuk is a fun, tasty way to discover Khmer flavours and the city’s markets after dark.

Explore more in Phnom Penh

Killing Fields & S-21 Royal Palace & Temples City Tour by Tuk-Tuk Street Food Tours Mekong Cruises