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Phnom Penh Private Tour with Car and Driver

Phnom Penh is easiest to see from the back seat of a private car. With Cambodia Transport Service, you get a driver who knows the city, air conditioning between stops, and a schedule that follows you instead of a group. Sights like the Royal Palace and Wat Phnom sit close together in the center, while Choeung Ek is a drive out of town, so having your own car saves a lot of time and negotiating.

Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda

The Royal Palace is still home to the king, and the Silver Pagoda sits inside the same compound, its floor covered in silver tiles. Cover your shoulders and knees before you go in. Your driver will wait outside while you walk the grounds.

Wat Phnom

The city is named after this small hilltop temple. According to the legend, a woman called Penh found Buddha statues in a floating tree trunk and built the first shrine on the hill in 1372. It’s a short, easy stop and a good one for the first morning.

Tuol Sleng and Choeung Ek

Tuol Sleng was a school before the Khmer Rouge turned it into a prison, and Choeung Ek is the killing field where many of its prisoners were taken. Both are hard to visit and both are worth it. We build in time at each so nobody has to hurry, and we can split them across two days if you’d rather not do them back to back.

Riverside, markets and lunch

Sisowath Quay runs along the Mekong and is best late afternoon. The Central Market has an Art Deco dome from the 1930s, and the Russian Market is the place for silk, souvenirs, and cheap street food. Ask your driver for a Khmer lunch spot and he’ll pick one that suits your budget.

Add transport to your tour

Landing in Phnom Penh? We can start your tour straight from the gate with an airport transfer. If you only need rides around town, see our taxi service in Phnom Penh or our Phnom Penh private taxi options.

Moving on after the city? Book a private car from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap, a private car from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh, or a taxi from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville. Groups can look at our Cambodia charter bus. Everything else is on our main page for private car and taxi service in Cambodia.

FAQ

Can I book a private tour in Phnom Penh with a car and driver?
Yes. You choose the stops and your driver waits at each one, so you never have to rush or find a ride back.

What are the best places to visit in Phnom Penh?
The Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, Wat Phnom, Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, Choeung Ek Killing Fields, Sisowath Quay, and the Central and Russian Markets. First-time visitors usually start with the palace, Tuol Sleng and Choeung Ek.

How much time do I need?
Plan on a full day if you want the palace, Tuol Sleng and Choeung Ek together. If you’d rather keep it relaxed, the palace and Wat Phnom make a good morning, and the two historical sites can have their own day.

What should I wear?
Cover your shoulders and knees for the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. Wear comfortable shoes for the rest of the day.

Can you pick me up from the airport or my hotel?
Yes. We offer airport transfers, and your driver can start the tour from your hotel or straight from arrivals.

Can I book a taxi in Phnom Penh without a full tour?
Yes. Our taxi service in Phnom Penh covers single trips, such as just Choeung Ek or a ride to the Russian Market.

Can I continue to Siem Reap or Sihanoukville after the tour?
Yes. We run private cars from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap and Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville. so you can end the tour and keep going in the same car.