Attractions in Sihanoukville & Coast

Bokor Hill Station

📍 Kampot

A historic French colonial resort area on a misty mountain featuring an abandoned church and a restored palace hotel.

Bokor Mountain Road (Bokor Hill Station Drive)

📍 Kampot

32km paved mountain ascent (1 hour) through Preah Monivong Bokor National Park. The road features high-quality asphalt, dramatic hairpin turns, and rising elevations that reach 1,075 meters. Highlights include the Lok Yeay Mao statue, the Old French Catholic Church, Le Bokor Palace, and panoramic views of the 'Opal Coast' and Phu Quoc Island.

Koh Rong

📍 Koh Rong

A stunning island paradise featuring nearly 30 miles of white sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters perfect for families.

Koh Rong Marine National Park

📍 Koh Rong

A protected marine area famous for its vibrant coral reefs, seagrass beds, and exceptionally clear turquoise waters surrounding tropical islands.

Preah Monivong Bokor National Park

📍 Kampot

A cool highland retreat offering panoramic coastal views, waterfalls, and a diverse range of tropical flora and fauna.

Saracen Bay

📍 Koh Rong Samloem

A pristine bay featuring shallow, calm turquoise waters and brilliant white sand, ideal for families with young children.

Durian Roundabout

📍 Kampot

A massive monument celebrating Kampot's reputation for producing Cambodia's finest durian fruit, located in the heart of town.

Golden Lions Roundabout

📍 Sihanoukville

A striking pair of gilded lions guarding the city's main intersection, serving as Sihanoukville's most famous meeting point.

Kep Beach

📍 Kep

A crescent-shaped beach famous for its seafood market and the iconic white crab statue located just offshore.

Kep Crab Statue

📍 Kep

A large, colorful blue swimmer crab statue perched over the ocean, symbolizing the region's famous seafood heritage.

Kep National Park Loop

📍 Kep

8km easy-moderate loop trail, typical duration 2.5-3 hours, elevation gain 200m. The well-marked main circuit offers views of the Gulf of Thailand and Phu Quoc Island. Bike rentals available at Discovery Center Kep (kep-cambodia.com).

La Plantation

📍 Kampot

Otres Beach

📍 Sihanoukville

A long stretch of white sand and clear water known for its relaxed atmosphere and sunset views, popular with families.

Church of Mount Bokor

📍 Kampot

An atmospheric 1920s brick church standing as a silent relic of the French colonial hill station on Bokor Mountain.

Kep National Park

📍 Kep

An accessible park with a scenic eight-kilometer jungle trail that provides multiple viewpoints over the Gulf of Thailand.

Koh Tonsay (Rabbit Island)

📍 Kep

A quiet island a short boat ride from Kep, offering shallow beaches and a rustic, peaceful coastal environment.

Phnom Chhngok Cave Temple

📍 Kampot

A remarkably preserved 7th-century brick temple dedicated to Shiva, situated inside a spectacular limestone cavern.

Ream National Park

📍 Sihanoukville

A diverse coastal park featuring mangrove forests, sandy beaches, and offshore coral reefs accessible for eco-tours.

Anlung Pring Bird Sanctuary

📍 Kampot

A protected wetland sanctuary where families can observe the rare Sarus Crane and various waterbirds in their natural habitat.

Bokor Mountain Cycling Ascent

📍 Kampot

32km challenging uphill road cycling route, 4-6 hours duration, 1,075m elevation gain. A famous climb for endurance cyclists ending at the historic Bokor Hill Station. Bike rentals: Kampot Rentals (kampotrentals.com) or Giant Ibis.

BoTree Farm

📍 Kampot

A family-run organic plantation where visitors can explore pepper and fruit fields while learning about local agricultural traditions.

Kampot Old Town

📍 Kampot

A charming cultural area famous for its well-preserved yellow French colonial buildings, riverside promenade, and relaxed atmosphere.

Kampot Provincial Museum

📍 Kampot

Housed in the former French Governor's residence, this museum displays regional archaeological finds and colonial-era history.

Kep-Kampot Coastal Road (NR33A)

📍 Kep

25km paved coastal route (45 minutes) connecting the colonial-era retreat of Kep with the riverside town of Kampot. The drive is notable for its proximity to the Gulf of Thailand, passing through expansive salt pans, rural villages, and offering vistas of the Dâmrei (Elephant) Mountains.

Koh Rong Sanloem Jungle Trail

📍 Saracen Bay

2.5km easy-moderate hike connecting Saracen Bay to Lazy Beach, 45-60 minutes duration, 60m elevation gain. A popular trail through dense island jungle leading to a secluded sunset beach.

Lok Yeay Mao Statue

📍 Kampot

A towering, serene statue of the goddess of the sea and forest, offering panoramic views of the coastline from Bokor Mountain.

Long Beach

📍 Koh Rong

A spectacular seven-kilometer stretch of untouched white sand and crystal-clear water on the western coast of the island.

Sothy's Pepper Farm

📍 Kampot

A well-regarded sustainable farm providing free guided tours about the history and growth of the world-famous Kampot pepper.

Wake Park Cambodia

📍 Sihanoukville

A premier water sports hub featuring a full-size cable wakeboarding system, an inflatable aqua park, and family-friendly beach activities.

Damnak Sla Khmao (Black Palace)

📍 Kampot

The ruins of King Norodom Sihanouk's 1930s summer residence, known for its dark stone walls and panoramic coastal views.

Kbal Chhay Waterfalls

📍 Sihanoukville

A scenic multi-tiered waterfall and popular picnic spot where families can enjoy the refreshing forest environment.