Sunrise over Angkor Wat, the jungle reclaiming Ta Prohm, the Bayon's enigmatic smile — and further afield, Banteay Srei's pink sandstone, or Beng Mealea lost in the forest. Siem Reap temple experiences with hours, prices and booking links verified.
Departure around 4:30 AM, tuk-tuk included, English-speaking guide. The central tower reflected in the north pool in near silence. From about $30/person — pass not included.
Read the guide →The three essentials in one day: the classic splendour of Angkor Wat, the faces of the Bayon, and the giant roots of Ta Prohm. Ideal for a first visit.
Read the guide →Preah Khan, Ta Som, Neak Pean and Pre Rup — grand-circuit temples, less crowded and often more atmospheric. Dedicated driver-guide for the full day.
Read the guide →38 km northeast, Angkor's pink-sandstone “jewel” from the 10th century. Exceptionally fine carvings. Often combined with Banteay Samré and remoter sites.
Read the guide →The Angkor pass is mandatory to enter the archaeological park. It can be purchased on-site at the Angkor Enterprise counters (angkorenterprise.gov.kh) or the day before starting at 5 PM. Most GYG tours do not include it — check before booking.
Angkor Wat · Bayon · Ta Prohm · Banteay Kdei. The four headline sites in a well-paced day. Ideal for a 1-day pass or to start a 3-day visit.
Read the guide →Preah Khan · Ta Som · Neak Pean · Pre Rup. Grand-circuit temples are less crowded, often moss-covered, and feel much more authentic late in the morning.
Read the guide →Banteay Srei (38 km) is included in the Angkor pass. Beng Mealea (68 km) requires a separate 5 USD entry fee. Allow an extra half-day or a dedicated day.
Read the guide →Our field-tested itineraries include the best temple stops, with day-by-day circuits for each traveller profile.
In-depth guides to prepare for each visit: history, architecture, practical tips, and booking links.
History, bas-reliefs, sunrise, central tower — everything you need to know about the world's largest religious monument.
Read the guide →Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom (Bayon, Baphuon, terraces), Ta Prohm, Banteay Kdei — itinerary and tips for your first day.
Read the guide →Preah Khan, Ta Som, Neak Pean, Pre Rup, East Mebon — the quieter northeast temples, often more intimate.
Read the guide →54 towers, 216 stone faces — Jayavarman VII's enigma at the heart of Angkor Thom. Bas-relief galleries of everyday Khmer life.
Read the guide →The temple where the jungle won. Giant silk-cotton trees, strangler figs, overgrown galleries — and how to avoid the crowds.
Read the guide →The pink-sandstone jewel (967). Exceptionally fine carvings 38 km from Siem Reap. The Malraux story. Khmer art at its peak.
Read the guide →Unrestored temple 68 km away, swallowed by jungle. Separate 5 USD entry. Real archaeological discovery.
Read the guide →UNESCO-listed 2008 temple on the Dangrek escarpment at 625 m. Views across two countries. The border dispute with Thailand.
Read the guide →Former capital (928–944) and its 35 m pyramid. UNESCO 2023. 120 km from Siem Reap, often combined with Beng Mealea.
Read the guide →Private tours in English or other languages — booking tips, typical cost (~40 USD/day supplement) and Angkor pass reminders.
Read the guide →The Angkor pass costs 37 USD for 1 day, 62 USD for 3 days (usable within 10 days) and 72 USD for 7 days (usable within one month). These are official rates on angkorenterprise.gov.kh. Passes are sold at Angkor Enterprise ticket offices, at the park entrance, or from 5 PM the day before. Note: most GetYourGuide tours do not include the pass — read the description carefully before booking.
Angkor Wat opens at 5:00 AM for sunrise visits. Other temples in the park open at 7:30 AM. All close at 5:30 PM. Sunrise tours usually leave Siem Reap around 4:30–5:00 AM to be in place before first light.
Yes. Banteay Srei, 38 km northeast of Siem Reap, is covered by the Angkor pass. It is one of the park's most admired temples for its 10th-century pink-sandstone carvings. You will still need extra transport (tuk-tuk, van or organised tour) to get there.
Beng Mealea is 68 km from Siem Reap. Unlike most park temples, it requires a separate 5 USD entry fee, not covered by the Angkor pass. The site is unrestored, which gives it an exceptionally authentic atmosphere. Allow 1.5 to 2 hours' travel from Siem Reap depending on your vehicle.
Yes. English is standard on shared tours; for German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese and other languages, book a private tour and confirm the guide's language in the listing. Expect a typical supplement of about 40 USD per day on top of transport. See our guide to English and multilingual guides at Angkor. For a French-speaking guide, use the French edition.
