Mean Chey Travel Guide
Phnom Penh
Popular places to visit
Riverside
Riverside is just one of the places to see in Phnom Penh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Royal Palace
Befitting the home of Cambodia’s royalty, the glittering golden roofline of this palace dominates Phnom Penh’s skyline.
Central Market
Whether you’re looking for fresh food or a new watch, you can buy just about anything imaginable within the walls of Phnom Penh’s famous cross-shaped market.
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
This former prison outside Phnom Penh brings to light the brutality of Pol Pot’s Khmer Rouge and honors the 17,000 people who lost their lives here.
Tuol Tom Pong Market
During your visit to Phnom Penh, you can do some window-shopping at Tuol Tom Pong Market. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Wat Phnom
Sitting atop what is considered the only hill in Phnom Penh, this eclectic Buddhist monastery features a fascinating array of shrines, stupas and ornate buildings.
Top hotels in Mean Chey
The Bridge Club
The location is close to several places of interest as weell as importance. It is also within walking distance to the Aeon Mall. We chose the river facing apartment and the view was amazing, any time of the day.
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025
La Belle Residence
Staff was incredibly helpful. Good location. Apartments had everything we needed- kitchen, refrigerator, 2 bathrooms, 2 balconies
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2022
Plantation Urban Resort & Spa
Lovely staff made me feel welcomed and at home. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Aquarius Hotel & Urban Resort Phnom Penh
Good location, clean room, staff was awesome, went out of their way to make your stay as enjoyable and comfortable as they can. Breakfast could use a little more variety but still pleantiful selection.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Luxcity Hotel & Apartment
What a hotel. I want to gate keep this place but it such a gem that I have to share. The layout amazing. The restaurant is on the first floor for breakfast. Of course there’s also a restaurant that is, I believe on the 24th floor that is quite romantic; if you want to go there for a date. The pool, ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Raffles Hotel Le Royal
Place superb, room excellent, food in both restaurants very good. Staff always impress. This is not the first time here, and I will continue to return whenever I visit Phnom Penh.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mean Chey
Dangkao
If you're spending some time in Dangkao, Phnom Penh Memorial Stupa and Synny Water Park are top sights worth seeing.
Chamkar Mon
Casinos, cocktail bars and spas are some highlights of Chamkar Mon. Make a stop by Independence Monument or AEON Mall while you're exploring.
Boeung Keng Kang
Travellers come to Boeung Keng Kang for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Independence Monument and Preah Sihanouk Garden while you're in town.
Sangkat Tonle Bassac
While visiting Sangkat Tonle Bassac, you might make a stop by sights like AEON Mall and NagaWorld Casino.
Sangkat Veal Vong
While visiting Sangkat Veal Vong, you might make a stop by sights like Olympic Stadium and City Mall.
Prampir Makara
Prampir Makara is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Olympic Stadium and Orussey Market.
Mean Chey Travel Guide
- Riverside
- Royal Palace
- Central Market
- NagaWorld Casino
- Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
- Tuol Tom Pong Market
- Cambodia-Vietnam Friendship Monument
- AEON Mall
- Independence Monument
- AEON Mall Sen Sok City
- Silver Pagoda
- Choeung Ek Genocidal Center
- Orussey Market
- Royal Cambodia Phnom Penh Golf Club
- Chroy Changvar Bridge
- Kandal Market
