In this guide we will look at what to do in Phnom Penh, capital of Cambodia. There are endless opinions on Phnom Penh that are negative. From its unsafeness to it being a boring city that is very similar to others. I hope this article brings some light to this capital. It’s a capital with enormous promise, and its great activities that can be easily explored in a couple of days. I believe it is an important starting stop if you want foundations set. An essential experience: Killing Fields and Genocide Museum: To commence any journey in Cambodia, I consider a visit to a killing field an essential experience. While there are many killing fields scattered throughout Cambodia—each deserving of exploration—Phnom Penh, in my view, offers the most informative encounter. Here, you’ll encounter poignant reminders of Cambodia’s recent tumultuous past. If you aren’t on a strict budget I would highly suggest you take a guided tour rather than walk through the sites yourselves. The tour guides are excellent at explaining the events and history. They also are very open to questions and offer a personal touch by sharing their own family experiences during these tragedies. I have linked the tour … Continue reading What to do in Phnom Penh: the misunderstood capital