Sihanoukville Attractions
Sihanoukville Province, on Cambodia’s southwestern coast, is a captivating destination blending natural beauty, cultural heritage, and modern development.
Formerly known as Kampong Som, the area’s history stretches back to the ancient Funan and Chenla kingdoms. Its modern growth began during the French colonial era, when it was a small fishing village contributing to Cambodia’s economy.
The province is named after King Norodom Sihanouk, who recognized its potential and transformed it into a thriving port city. Today, Sihanoukville is a key hub for trade and commerce, reflecting both its historical roots and ongoing economic development.
About 7km northeast of the ferry port is casuarina-lined Prek Treng Beach, also known as Hun Sen Beach. Largely deserted (for now), it is marked by a number of Khmer-style...
Sihanoukville comes as one of the best beachside destinations in Asia yet to be explored. Not only so the city bears a short but amazing history of existence featuring both...
Kbal Chhay waterfall, Preah Sihanouk is located in Khan Prey Nup, about 16 kilometers north of the downtown Sihanoukville. To reach the site from Sihanoukville, take National Road 4 toward...
The untouched beach of Ream is located in the Ream National Park. Take Route 4 to the Airport Road 18km north of town. Turn right, go 9km to the ocean....
Preah Thong and Neang Neak is one of Cambodia’s most famous traditional legends. It tells the story of the founding of the Khmer kingdom and is deeply connected to Cambodian...
The Victory Beach is located in front of Koh Pors (Snake Island). It offers a number of services, including comfortable restrooms, fresh water and good transportation service to Koh Pors....
Relax on the beach is not the only thing to do at Bamboo Island by any means. For swimmers, or non-swimmers, the pristine crystal-clear water is warm and shallow near...
This 4km-long beach qualifies as Sihanoukville’s main beach, but it's no place to swim these days as the rapid development of high-rise casinos along its length has had drastic consequences...
Northwest of Sokha Beach, much of Independence Beach (also known as 7-Chann Beach) has been taken over by a gargantuan new property development, but a 500m swath is open to...
Midway between Independence and Serendipity Beaches lies Sihanoukville’s prettiest stretch of sand, 1.5km-long Sokha Beach. Its fine, silicon-like sand squeaks loudly underfoot. The tiny eastern end of Sokha Beach is...
Koh Rong Island Sihanoukville is a Cambodian Island in the Gulf of Thailand, at about 40km off the coast of Sihanoukville. Actually, the island is deserted, undeveloped and untouched. It's...
Song Saa Private Island
Tropical reefs, amazing sunset views and white private sandy beaches feature at Song Saa Private Island, spanning over Koh Ouen and Koh Bong islands in Sihanoukville. Featuring...
Wat Krom is Located at a distance of 3 kilometers from the provincial town, Wat Krom, Sihanoukville is one of the popular Tourist Attractions in Sihanoukville. The city of Sihanoukville...
Wat Leu is one of the five main temples in Sihanoukville. It is situated on the Sihanoukville Mountain only 6 km away from the town. On a hill, in the...
Diving is one of the main Sihanoukville attractions as most of the diving activities of the country are concentrated in this coastal town. Most of the diving sites are located...
Otres Beach is the next beach south of Ochheuteal Beach and resembles Ochheuteal in many ways - a three kilometers crescent of near white sand facing the southwest. But Otres...