Visit Siem Reap & Angkor Wat

Cambodia's most iconic landmark and cultural heart, Angkor Wat, is the reason that most people visit the charming riverside town of Siem Reap, in north-west Cambodia.

The intricately detailed temple complex is just one of a number of Khmer monuments buried in dense jungle just a few kilometres outside of Siem Reap.

Together they comprise the remnants of the ancient capital of the powerful Khmer Empire - the first urban centre in the world to reach one million inhabitants.

In recent years Siem Reap has established itself as a fashionable destination full of boutique hotels, stylish bars and fine French-influenced restaurants.

The nearby monuments of Angkor Thom and Ta Phrom are also worthy of exploration to get a feel for this vast expanse and its history.

Best of Cambodia

14-day tailor-made holiday from £4,215 pp incl. flights

Uncover Cambodia's fascinating history and discover that, although compact, the country contains a wealth of riches, from glorious beaches and national parks to ancient, jungle-shrouded temples.

Best of Vietnam & Cambodia

17-day tailor-made holiday from £5,205 pp incl. flights

From city greats and iconic, jungle-shrouded temples to off-the-beaten-track gems framed by a fabulous food scene, this best-of tour takes in the must-see highlights of two Far East favourites.

Cambodia in Style

15-day tailor-made holiday from £10,025 pp incl. flights

From idyllic islands and temple visits to spotting wild elephants in verdant national parks, discover Cambodia in luxurious style on this spectacular showcase of one of South East Asia’s true gems.

A River Journey through Indochina

14-day river cruise holiday from £4,975 pp incl. flights

This luxury Mekong cruise between Cambodia and Vietnam’s rural idyll brings you between luxury stays and tours in two world-travel highlights – Angkor Wat and Saigon.

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Top places to stay in Siem Reap & Angkor Wat

Anantara Angkor Resort

Contemporary hotel

Just a 10-minute drive from the bustling city centre of Siem Reap and 15 minutes from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor, Anantara Angkor Resort is perfectly positioned for exploring Cambodia’s most renowned temple complex.

Shinta Mani Angkor, Siem Reap

Contemporary hotel

An ethos of social responsibility is at the heart of this boutique hotel, split across two properties in the heart of downtown Siem Reap.

Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor

Historic hotel

Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor was established in the 1930s, and is still one of the leading hotels in Siem Reap. Oozing colonial elegance and charm, its excellently located near the Royal Palace and serves a delicious afternoon tea.

Park Hyatt Siem Reap

Contemporary hotel

Ranked among the top 100 hotels in the world, Park Hyatt Siem Reap is stunningly located in the centre of Siem Reap, within a stone's throw of the temples of Angkor.

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Where to go in Siem Reap & Angkor Wat

Ta Phrom

Ta Phrom provides an indication of how the early explorers would have discovered Angkor; twisted fig and banyan trees, whose roots grip the faded masonry like octopus tentacles, overrun this mysterious outlying temple.

Angkor Thom & The Bayon

Even bigger than the Angkor Wat complex is the colossal city of Angkor Thom.

Angkor Wat

The first view of Angkor Wat is one to be treasured forever, its five pineapple-shaped towers looming tall among the surrounding jungle, representing Mount Meru, the home of the gods in Hindu cosmology.

Siem Reap

Siem Reap is a charming riverside town in north-west Cambodia that has in recent years established itself as a fashionable destination full of stylish boutique hotels and bars and fine French-infused restaurants.

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