Cities in Cambodia
The most important cities in Cambodia at a glance – from the bustling metropolis to the charming small town. Each city links to a detailed page with map, attractions and travel tips.
Bavet
Bavet is the largest border town with Vietnam on the direct route from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City, experiencing rapid growth due to special econo…
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Tatai
Tatai is located in Koh Kong province and is famous for its wide waterfall.
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Suong
As the capital of the relatively newly created Tboung Khmum province, Suong is growing rapidly and serves as a vital trading hub for agricultural goo…
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Kampong Phluk
An authentic fishing village on the Tonle Sap lake, famous for its towering seven-meter stilted houses and the surrounding flooded mangrove forest.
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Long Set
Long Set Beach on Koh Rong is a 4-kilometer stretch of white sand.
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Lumphat
Former capital of Ratanakiri province, Lumphat is today a quiet settlement surrounded by pristine wildlife sanctuaries and indigenous villages.
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Kampong Thom
Kampong Thom is a relaxed provincial town on the Stueng Saen river and the jumping-off point for the fascinating ancient temple complex of Sambor Pre…
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Neak Loeung
Once known for its busy ferries, this key commercial town on the Mekong now connects the banks via the country's longest bridge.
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Pursat
Nestled between the Tonle Sap lake and the Cardamom Mountains, Pursat is a quiet agricultural center renowned for its marble carvings.
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Kep
Once Cambodia's most glamorous seaside resort for the elite, Kep is now famous for its relaxed atmosphere and legendary crab market.
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Phnom Penh
Cambodia's bustling capital city sits at the confluence of the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers, serving as the nation's political and economic hub.
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Samraong
This remote outpost in the rugged north serves as the administrative center for Oddar Meanchey and access to the O'Smach border region.
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Siem Reap
Serving as the gateway to the majestic ruins of Angkor, this city is the country's main tourist hub with a vibrant cultural scene.
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Chi Phat
Chi Phat is a flagship ecotourism project in the Cardamom Mountains.
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Tonle Sap
Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake is famous for its floating villages and the unique annual reversal of its river flow.
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Battambang
Cambodia's second-largest city is famous for its well-preserved French colonial architecture and the surrounding fertile agricultural landscape.
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Kampong Speu
Located west of the capital, this provincial city is famous for its production of palm sugar, a traditional Cambodian sweetener.
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Kratie
This relaxed town on the banks of the Mekong is the best destination in Cambodia to observe the rare Irrawaddy dolphins in the wild.
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Kampot
Picturesquely situated on a river near the coast, Kampot is world-renowned for its premium pepper and relaxed atmosphere.
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Stung Treng
Located near the border with Laos, this northern town is an important transport hub where the Sekong, Sesan, and Mekong rivers converge.
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Banlung
Nestled in the red earth of Ratanakiri province, Banlung is an ecotourism hub surrounded by waterfalls and indigenous villages.
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Koh Rong
Cambodia's largest island, famous for its sparkling white sandy beaches, bioluminescent plankton, and vibrant nightlife.
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Kampong Cham
This peaceful city is located on the banks of the Mekong River and still exudes the charm of the French colonial era in a rural setting.
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Kampong Chhnang
Known as the 'Port of Pottery', this town on the Tonle Sap lake is famous for manufacturing traditional Cambodian clay pots.
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Preah Vihear
This remote northern town serves as the main staging point for visitors to the spectacular cliff-top temple of Prasat Preah Vihear.
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Takeo
Takeo is considered the cradle of Cambodian civilization, featuring ancient archaeological sites and a strong silk-weaving tradition.
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Pailin
Located near the Thai border in the foothills of the Cardamom Mountains, Pailin has a rich history in gemstone mining.
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Sen Monorom
Set in the rolling hills of Mondulkiri, this cool highland town is famous for elephant sanctuaries and vast pine forests.
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Poipet
As a major border crossing between Cambodia and Thailand, this city is a bustling hub for trade and transportation.
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Koh Rong Sanloem
A peaceful and relaxed alternative to its larger sister island, known for tranquil bays and unspoiled natural beauty.
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Sisophon
As the capital of Banteay Meanchey province, Sisophon is a major transport junction connecting routes in the northwest.
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Ta Khmau
The capital of Kandal province is located just south of Phnom Penh and is heavily integrated into the capital's metropolitan region.
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Sihanoukville
This coastal city on the Gulf of Thailand is Cambodia's only deep-water port and a rapidly growing economic center.
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Svay Rieng
Located at the 'Parrot's Beak' border area with Vietnam, Svay Rieng is a peaceful town situated on the winding Waiko River.
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Snuol
Snuol is a vital trading hub in eastern Cambodia and a historically significant site of the Cambodian resistance.
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Koh Kong
Located near the Thai border, Koh Kong is the gateway to vast mangrove forests and the pristine Cardamom Mountains.
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Prey Veng
Located in the agricultural heartland of Cambodia, this quiet town plays a key role in the country's rice production.
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Koh Tonsay
Better known as 'Rabbit Island', this is a small, tranquil island located just off the coast of Kep.
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Kaev Phos
A quiet coastal town in Cambodia, ideal for travelers seeking undiscovered beaches and local peace.
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Daeum Tkov Village
An authentic fishing village in the north of Koh Rong with pristine beaches and local flair.
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Otres Beach
A formerly quiet stretch of sandy beach south of Sihanoukville on the Gulf of Thailand.
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What are the largest cities in Cambodia?
This page lists the most important cities by population – each with its own detail page, map and attractions.
How do I find attractions per city?
Click a city – the detail page lists the top attractions, a map and travel tips.