National Museum of Cambodia Tourism

Type of destination: Museum

Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours

The National Museum of Cambodia, located in the heart of Phnom Penh, is the country's premier cultural institution and the largest museum of cultural history. Established in 1920, it is housed in a striking terracotta structure of traditional design, which is itself a landmark. With a collection of over 14,000 items, the museum preserves and presents Cambodia's cultural and historical legacy across four main galleries. Artifacts range from prehistoric times to periods before, during, and after the Khmer Empire, which at its height spanned much of Southeast Asia. The museum serves as a testament to the skill and artistry of Khmer civilization, showcasing statues, inscriptions, and various relics, including an extensive collection of sculptures from Angkor Wat and other significant archaeological sites. The lush courtyard garden and traditional dance performances offered regularly contribute to the museum's tranquil and reflective atmosphere. It's a source of national pride and an essential destination for anyone interested in Cambodia's rich heritage.

Top 5 Reviews on National Museum of Cambodia

Travel43669870972

Wrote on 3rd Apr, 2024

WARNING DO NOT GET RIPPED OFF AT TICKET OFFICE BY BEING SHORT CHANGED WHEN GIVEN DOLLARS AND RIELS IN CHANGE!

The woman at the ticket office tried to rip us off by $35 in change of riels and dollars. We were extremely shocked by this given it was The National Museum of Cambodia! Not a good representation of t..

KMLondon22

Wrote on 6th Mar, 2024

For those interested in the history of the region

If you are interested in the history & culture of Cambodia this is worth a visit. Unfortunately, the style of display is rather dated with very little information to understand the exhibits. Also, it ..

islandscubagirl2000

Wrote on 13th Mar, 2023

Disappointing

It was very disappointing because there was no real stories told or history. It is really a collection of objects displayed. No history of the country or people.

PoipuJim

Wrote on 5th Jan, 2023

Lovely

This is a lovely museum, with a very nice array of Khmer art, including sculptures, ceramics, bronzes and ethnographic objects. Contrary to the information on their website, I was able to freely take..

worldmaps

Wrote on 17th Nov, 2022

Beautiful Museum

Beautiful museum. The building itself is beautiful. It is the perfect size - not too large nor too small. The pieces are impressive. I truly enjoyed the visit.

National Museum of Cambodia Tourism

National Museum of Cambodia Tourism

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