Siem Reap City Solo Travel Guide

Siem Reap is located in the northwest of Cambodia and is an ancient city with a thousand years of history. One can roam the old city alone on a citywalk. Transportation guide: Siem Reap has an airport, with direct flights from major domestic cities. Generally, one would transfer through the capital, Phnom Penh. Direct flights from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap are available. There are also buses, costing about 100 yuan, with a journey time of 6 hours. Attraction guide: One can visit Siem Reap city by taking a tutu car or bus. Tonlé Sap Lake, Siem Reap Old City, Old Market, Pub Street Tonlé Sap Lake: Most of the residents of the floating villages on Tonlé Sap Lake are refugees from the Vietnam War era. They live on the water and gradually formed floating villages, becoming a tourist attraction. Admission is free. Siem Reap Old City: Retains architectural styles from a century ago, influenced by French culture. The architecture of Siem Reap Old City combines French romance with traditional Siem Reap style. The visit takes about one day. Old Market: The Old Market is the largest and most historic comprehensive market in Siem Reap city. It offers a rich variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, barbecue snacks, specialty handicrafts, aromatic clothing, and local products. Siem Reap Night Market: Brings together Cambodian snacks, a street of bars, and handmade products. The Red Piano Bar is said to be Angelina Jolie's favorite. Accommodation recommendation: Accommodation in Siem Reap is very cost-effective, with double rooms with swimming pools for about 100 yuan. It is recommended to stay in the center of the old city for convenient exploration. Food guide: Siem Reap also has a rich and diverse food culture, with affordable and substantial Western-style brunch. Local specialties include grilled frogs, mango fried meat, bacon rolls, and one should not miss Siem Reap barbecue, a small plate, slowly grilled with butter, and one can eat very well for just 30 yuan per person.