Free self-guided walk · Siem Reap

Old Market and the riverside

A free self-guided walk around Siem Reap's town centre, from the Old Market along the river to the Royal Gardens and a riverside pagoda.

Distance
1.9 km
Walking time
25 min
Allow
About 1.5 hours with stops
Stops
5

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About this walk

This short loop takes in the heart of Siem Reap, which most visitors only pass through on the way to the temples.

Walk it early in the morning or after 4 pm, when it is cooler.

  • Terrain: Flat, with uneven pavements and some roads without them.
  • Best time: Late afternoon, ending at the Royal Gardens as the fruit bats wake at dusk.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Psar Chas (Old Market)

    Start in the old covered market, with food stalls at the back.

  2. Pub Street

    Walk through the street of bars and restaurants, quiet by day.

  3. Siem Reap River

    Follow the shaded path north along the river.

  4. Wat Preah Prom Rath

    Visit the riverside pagoda and its murals.

  5. Royal Gardens

    Finish in the gardens by the Royal Residence.

Tips

  • Dress modestly at the pagoda.
  • Carry water and walk in the shade where you can.
  • Tuk-tuk drivers will offer rides; a polite 'no thank you' is fine.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.