Visitors will step into the past in the old French district, feeling as if they’ve been transported to the colonial era. Phnom Penh boasts 320 surviving examples of French-style architecture, from which we have selected fifteen for your visit. This tour is estimated to take about 4 hours.
Visitors will step into the past in the old French district, feeling as if they’ve been transported to the colonial era. Phnom Penh boasts 320 surviving examples of French-style architecture, from which we have selected fifteen for your visit. This tour is estimated to take about 4 hours.
The remnants of the French protectorates from 1863-1953 are still abundant, and a leisurely walk will reveal several features of the town’s history. The modernization of Phnom Penh led to the standardization of spaces, including the treasury building, post office square, police station, hotel, church, train station, and markets. French buildings served…
The remnants of the French protectorates from 1863-1953 are still abundant, and a leisurely walk will reveal several features of the town’s history. The modernization of Phnom Penh led to the standardization of spaces, including the treasury building, post office square, police station, hotel, church, train station, and markets. French buildings served three primary purposes: 1) to create areas for French residents, 2) to function as offices for high-ranking government officials, and 3) to demonstrate colonial influence.
- All entrance fees included
- Complimentary cold water bottle
- Authentic Cambodian tuk tuk ride
- English-speaking tour guide
- Convenient pick-up and drop-off service
- All entrance fees included
- Complimentary cold water bottle
- Authentic Cambodian tuk tuk ride
- English-speaking tour guide
- Convenient pick-up and drop-off service
- Others own expenses were not mentioned in itinerary
- Tips for guide &tuk tuk
- Others own expenses were not mentioned in itinerary
- Tips for guide &tuk tuk
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
