THE 10 BEST Free Things to Do in Siem Reap
Best Free Things to Do in Siem Reap
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- NandiniKolkata (Calcutta), India269 contributionsInteresting for the first time..we did not spend too much time.
Food is great and the street becomes lively .
On my next visit, I may decide to give it a skipWritten August 26, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Rachel GSault Sainte Ma12 contributionsMany lovely hand made items of quality. I bought a blanket that I absolutely love- I would love to buy another if there is contact information available! It was the back of the market on the left! My kids bought darling knit animals. Supports a good cause, only takes a short time to visit.Written September 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Balasubramanian RChennai (Madras), India805 contributionsOld market Siem Reap is one of the busy area and one can buy different items during day time. Fruits, T shirts, second hand items,etc are available. We have to bargain for the price.Written December 18, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Hayley RBranxton, Australia20 contributionsBeautiful tributes to the people lost during the Khmer Rouge reign. Artwork goes into detail for the treatment received and torture devices. Monks live there but at times didn’t appreciate us looking around. Recommend visiting if you have some free time.Written June 10, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DeepakSuva, Fiji345 contributionsOur driver for the day took us to the Botanical Gardens for a break and to grab a bite before we carried on with the rest of our day.
The gardens are pretty and nice to walk about but the highlight for us was the fish feeding! The koi fish were leaping for the feed and the shear number of them was amazing!
The restaurant inside was quite peaceful when we visited and allows you to savour the day that has just passed and enjoy the delicious food.Written August 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - John SDurham, NC1,146 contributionsDuring our trip to Cambodia, exploring the Siem Reap Night Market was a highlight. This bustling market, located in the heart of the city, offered a vibrant mix of culture, unique crafts, and delicious street food. As evening fell, we were drawn into its lively atmosphere, with rows of stalls selling everything from handmade crafts to trendy clothing. We spent hours browsing, discovering beautiful silk scarves and intricately carved wooden statues. Bargaining with the friendly vendors added a fun, cultural element to the experience.
The market's street food was a culinary adventure. We sampled local delicacies like nom banh chok, a traditional Cambodian noodle dish, and indulged in rolled ice cream for dessert. Beyond shopping and eating, we enjoyed watching local artisans at work and performances of traditional Cambodian music and dance, which added to the festive atmosphere.
Visiting the Siem Reap Night Market was an unforgettable experience that enriched our trip to Cambodia. Its lively vibe, unique shopping, and delicious food make it an entertaining destination if you are visiting Siem Reap.Written August 16, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - DeepakSuva, Fiji345 contributionsA beautiful pagoda in the town with wonderful stories to read and listen to. The TukTuk drivers outside prove excellent guides and share the stories of this pagoda and the reclining Buddha inside.
We visited this place on our first day in Siem Reap and we felt was a good introduction to Siem Reap.Written August 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - CHD6265Odiham, UK454 contributionsMind boggling lay large with a wide variety of produce at, I guess, reasonable prices. But from the moment you enter and until you leave you are accosted by desperate sounding retailers. I understand their situation but it doesn’t encourage one to hang aboutWritten February 7, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ITommEdithvale, Australia85 contributionsWat Bo is North East from the Old Market, across the river. It is a bit dusty (as are most of the Monastery's in Siem Reap). GPS 13,21' 23.29631 103 51'41.0191 There were two or three main tourist highlights very worth browsing. The first is that this monastery has an area where temple reliefs, Buddha statues and ornaments are made (or practised to be made). You can watch wooden statues being carved or see plaster templates of architraves and columns. A second attraction is the "Path of Buddhas" - a long outside corridor of Buddha statues. A third is the cemetery area. Another area worth looking at was the Temple building - which at the time was being renovated - but care must be taken as the floor tiles can be easily cracked. Too, there are toilets available. Remember, as usual, that entering any buildings means shoes and hats off.Written March 22, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Voyager506019060377 contributionsIt’s much more relaxed than the main city markets and in a nicer part of town. The shops help the locals find employment. It sells much better quality goods than the markets and nobody harasses you to buy anything. You can’t haggle over prices here.Written May 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Raymond TSydney, Australia6 contributionsThis is a must visit destination if you travel to Siem Reap. Suggest you get a tuk tuk from town (not too far away but you don't want to walk in the high heat and humidity) and have them wait for you while you explore as it's not a large place.
The venue has a workshop and a gallery. A lady named Sina spoke perfect English and walked me through the workshop and the process they undergo, including the lacquerware and how they make some of the art pieces, including the one I eventually ordered.
I fell in love with a particular piece with silver leaf lotus flowers but it was mounted on wood (ie high freight costs and custom issues) and didn't have fish. Sina indicated that they could custom make something for me, put it on canvas, and add koi that I wanted (rather than the catfish they usually have). I prepaid including freight cost, which was very reasonable given it was made to order. Sina also sent me a picture of different koi via Whatsapp for me to choose which ones I wanted.
The canvas arrived professional packaged so it wouldn't be damaged in transit. I had it stretched and mounted on a floating frame (attached) at 176x93cm.
I highly recommend this place and to take home (or order) a high quality piece of art work at a reasonable price and support the local community.Written March 23, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Shelley MAlbany, New Zealand905 contributionsLike the art market as they had a lot of different souvenirs for sale. There is a man at the back that hand paints a lot of tshirts with angkor temples and other prints onto nice quality t shirts, he is worth a look. Some really beautiful art too. Several stalls with incredible pieces to look at.Written May 26, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jedai79Singapore, Singapore2,718 contributionsVisited it on 22 Dec 2019.
We chanced upon this shopping mall while exploring the DFS and Grand Hotel d’ Angkor locality.
The corridors before the shops were non-air conditioned just like Singapore’s Star Vista (next to Buona Vista MRT station) .
Koi (Taiwan’s bubble tea), Swenson’s, Cafe Amazon, Tous Les Jours, Legend Cinema were some of the retailers we saw at this mall.
There were some games for the kids at the atrium. It was a rather happening mall.
We saw a 3D movie at Legend Cinema : “Jumanji The Next Level”. Good and comfortable seats. Needed to stand up for Cambodian National Anthem before the screening of the movie.Written December 29, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - PowerABAAdelaide, Australia2 contributionsHaving lived in several South East Asian countries including some 3 years in "Khmerland", I was fortunate to visit both DIWO Galleries and meet the owner Ms. Sokha Chung. I found the courtesy extended to me by this lady to be exemplary to say the least. Her knowledge of the Khmer history and culture was superb. Most professional and ethical in her representations and dealings.. Of course, some of the items/merchandise - to some - maybe "pricey"... but good unique things are well worth buying. And if I were allowed I would have also "taken" the centrepiece ~ Ms. Sokha Chung ~ if she was available...unfortunately not so!Written June 13, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- WanderlustaustraliaSydney, Australia209 contributionsThe workshop/gallery is set in a lovely building with luscious greenery surrounding it.
The artwork is truly beautiful, and the prices fantastic. They wrap your pieces up very carefully so they can be protected in your suitcase.
The staff are friendly and obviously very passionate about their work.
Highly recommend visiting here for a truly Cambodian piece of art.Written January 6, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
