Siem Reap vs Phnom Penh: Which is Better?

Full-year crowd index comparison · Data-driven destination guide

Siem Reap
KH
50
avg crowd index
VS
Phnom Penh
KH
50
avg crowd index

📊 Month-by-Month Crowd Comparison

Siem Reap Phnom Penh
Jan
70 / 70
Feb
65 / 65
Mar
55 / 55
Apr
45 / 45
May
40 / 40
Jun
35 / 35
Jul
40 / 40
Aug
40 / 40
Sep
35 / 35
Oct
45 / 45
Nov
60 / 60
Dec
75 / 75

📋 Side-by-Side Comparison

Siem Reap Phnom Penh
Avg Crowd Index 50/100 50/100
Best Month June (35) June (35)
2nd Best September (35) September (35)
Busiest Month December (75) December (75)
Country KH KH

🏆 Top Attractions

Siem Reap
1
吴哥窟
other
2
吴哥国家博物馆
museum
3
暹粒看日出
other
4
暹粒看日落
other
5
暹粒马戏团表演
other
6
通王城
other
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Phnom Penh
1
金边王宫
museum
2
金边夜市
other
3
金边双层观光巴士
other
4
吐斯廉屠杀博物馆
museum
5
柬埔寨独立纪念碑
museum
6
洞里萨河
nature
All attractions →
🤔 Our Take
Siem Reap and Phnom Penh have similar crowd levels (50 vs 50). Your choice should depend on timing and personal interests. Best months for Siem Reap: June & September. Best months for Phnom Penh: June & September.

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Siem Reap vs Phnom Penh: Which is better to visit?
Siem Reap has an average crowd index of 50/100, while Phnom Penh averages 50/100. Both are similarly busy. The best choice depends on your travel dates and preferences.
When is the best time to visit Siem Reap vs Phnom Penh?
Siem Reap is least crowded in June (35/100) and September (35/100). Phnom Penh is best in June (35/100) and September (35/100).