Where to eat, stay and explore in Siem Reap beyond the temples

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If you need a break from temple-hopping in Siem Reap, consider activities like a cruise down Tonle Sap lake.

If you need a break from temple-hopping in Siem Reap, consider activities like a cruise down Tonle Sap lake.

PHOTO: PARK HYATT SIEM REAP

Leslie Koh

  • Siem Reap offers more than temples, including cruises on Tonle Sap lake to see floating villages and local life.
  • Banteay Srey is a quieter, well-preserved 10th-century site located 30km from the main temples.
  • Enjoy diverse Cambodian cuisine and explore lively Pub Street for local food, drinks, and nightlife.

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