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Tuol Sleng and Choeung Ek: 15 Ways to Visit

31 tours  ·  from $15

Both sites provide their own audio guide, so the decision here is transport, timing and whether a guide adds context you want. The 15 below set out durations, prices and the order each one visits them in. Mornings are cooler and quieter.

The Killing Field and Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) Tour - Choeung Ek: a quiet place with a heavy story
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The Killing Field and Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) Tour

1.The Killing Field and Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,977 reviews · from $19Our pick

Spend about four hours visiting Choeung Ek and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum with an English-speaking guide. Hotel pickup, return transport, cold water, and air conditioning are included. Entry costs $8 total per person. Guides such as Visal, Sum Cheath, and Moon explain the Khmer Rouge period with context and, at times, personal family insight.

“Our guide today was Mr Cheath He passed on his knowledge to the group in a honest manner . Which i appreciated . The tour was insightful emontional and very humbling. I was taken aback at how many were killed and what was dome to them . Clearly humans have not learnt from the this ie Palastine and Israel . I give this tour a 10 out 10 and thank you Mr Cheath”

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Killing field and Toul Sleng genocide museum Tour - Choeung Ek: a quiet place with a terrible past
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Killing field and Toul Sleng genocide museum Tour

2.Killing field and Toul Sleng genocide museum Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 610 reviews · from $19

Visit Choeung Ek and Tuol Sleng with an English-speaking guide who explains the sites, translates displays, and may share personal family memories of the Khmer Rouge period. The roughly four-hour tour includes hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, bottled water, and time at both memorials. Admission tickets are extra.

“This is a trip that one shouldn't have to take and although difficult and heartbreaking it is essential. Our guide Makara was so knowledgeable, not only about the killing fields but also about the history of Cambodia. We came away with a better comprehension of the country.”

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Visit 11 Places in One Day including S21 & Killing Field - Starting at Wat Phnom and Wat Ounalom
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Visit 11 Places in One Day including S21 & Killing Field

3.Visit 11 Places in One Day including S21 & Killing Field

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 361 reviews · from $30

Spend 8 to 9 hours seeing 11 Phnom Penh sights with a local driver-guide such as Mr Sophoarn, Mr Pum, or Mr Lee. Visit Wat Phnom, the Royal Palace area, S21, and the Killing Fields, with cold drinks, hotel pickup in the city center, and tuk-tuk or small-van transport. Entry fees and lunch cost extra.

“One of the best experiences of our holiday. Our guide was Mr Pum. The best guide we had on all our trips. He was so kind and patient with us. He took us to many places and found us the most amazing place for lunch. The tour was made fantastic thanks to his kindness. He even dropped us off at a shopping mall at the end. Fantastic day out.”

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Killing Fields and Prison S21 Bus Tour - Hotel pickup requires careful planning
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Killing Fields and Prison S21 Bus Tour

4.Killing Fields and Prison S21 Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 206 reviews · from $15Best value

Visit Phnom Penh’s Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and Choeung Ek Killing Fields by air-conditioned shuttle bus. The half-day trip includes hotel pickup in selected areas, a documentary during the transfer, Wi-Fi, and water. Entry fees and audio guides cost extra, and you explore both sites independently within fixed time limits.

“no problem with this tour it is exactly what is states ..it just drops you off too the two places and you pay the entry fee and are at your own pace”

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Private Half Day To Killing Field & S21 Genocidal Museum in Phnom Penh - Choeung Ek and the memorial stupa
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Private Half Day To Killing Field & S21 Genocidal Museum in Phnom Penh

5.Private Half Day To Killing Field & S21 Genocidal Museum in Phnom Penh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 137 reviews

Visit Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and Choeung Ek with a private English-speaking guide such as Silong or Sreyneang. Hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, water, driver, and drop-off are included. Expect a serious, personal history lesson over roughly 3 to 4 hours, with entrance fees paid separately.

“Another depressing chapter of human history and a lesson into what depths mankind can descend into with casual ease. Do we ever learn the lessons about the dangers of popularism and alleged charismatic leaders. Only through education and a free exchange can we hope to detect the signs and avoid. Grateful to my guide for accurately telling this horrific chapter.”

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Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21) and Choeung Ek Killing Fields Tour - Choeung Ek: the killing fields outside Phnom Penh
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Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21) and Choeung Ek Killing Fields Tour

6.Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21) and Choeung Ek Killing Fields Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 123 reviews · from $19

Spend about four hours visiting Choeung Ek and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum with an English-speaking guide and driver. Guides such as Mr. Baboon, Mr. Tea, Visal, and Sum Cheath explain Cambodia’s Khmer Rouge period, sometimes through personal family stories. Transport, hotel pickup, and cool water are included, while admission fees are extra.

“Our guide Mr Baboon was brilliant. He was engaging and funny. But was serious when needed telling us about the history. Well worth doing!”

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Phnom Penh City Tour, Silver Pagoda, Genocide Museum, Killing Fields - The Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda
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Phnom Penh City Tour, Silver Pagoda, Genocide Museum, Killing Fields

7.Phnom Penh City Tour, Silver Pagoda, Genocide Museum, Killing Fields

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 123 reviews · from $65

See Phnom Penh’s Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, and Choeung Ek in about five hours. Your English-speaking guide, often guides such as Siphat, Kasy, or Daream, provides local context while hotel pickup, transport, and bottled water are included. Expect a moving, sometimes graphic lesson in Cambodia’s past.

“Long Vouchlay was very knowledgeable and even our lunch, she recommended a restaurant with beautiful view, delicious food & reasonable prices. I highly recommend this tour”

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A Full Day Tour for Royal Palace, S21, Killing Fields & More - Wat Phnom gives the city its name
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A Full Day Tour for Royal Palace, S21, Killing Fields & More

8.A Full Day Tour for Royal Palace, S21, Killing Fields & More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 115 reviews · from $35

Spend 8 to 9 hours touring Phnom Penh by air-conditioned minivan with guide Sina or another assigned guide. Visit Wat Phnom, the Royal Palace, S21, the Killing Fields, major monuments, Wat Langka, and Central Market. The $35 price excludes admission fees and audio guides.

“We had a wonderful day with an excellent and knowledgeable guide. We enjoyed the combination of sights. We had planned to see the killing fields and genocide centre but I am very glad we did the full days tour and saw so much more that the city has to offer.”

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City Highlights and the Killing Fields Day Tour

9.City Highlights and the Killing Fields Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · from $100

Spend about seven hours with Sam Ang, a Khmer local and licensed English-speaking guide, visiting Phnom Penh’s Royal Palace, Independence Monument, Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, Choeung Ek, Central Market, and Wat Phnom. Private transport, hotel pickup and drop-off, water, and a small souvenir are included. Expect a thoughtful but emotionally heavy day.

“This was a small group and it was only me with my guide called Sam. We started early at 0800, to beat the crowds and the heat of the sun. Sam was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of this country. Our transport was a Read more”

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Full-Day Phnom Penh Sightseeing Tour & Killing Field - National Museum and Cambodia’s early art
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Full-Day Phnom Penh Sightseeing Tour & Killing Field

10.Full-Day Phnom Penh Sightseeing Tour & Killing Field

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · from $122

Spend about eight hours exploring Phnom Penh by private vehicle, with hotel pickup, a personal English-speaking guide, and visits to the Royal Palace, National Museum, Wat Phnom, Tuol Sleng, Choeung Ek, and Russian Market. Guides such as Sok and Te Sony have been praised for explaining Cambodia’s painful past with care. Confirm lunch details before booking.

“Tour was OK. Good guide and we saw what we expected to see.”

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10 Stop Phnom Penh Tour by Tuk-Tuk, includes S21 & Killing Fields - Choeung Ek and the long ride south
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10 Stop Phnom Penh Tour by Tuk-Tuk, includes S21 & Killing Fields

11.10 Stop Phnom Penh Tour by Tuk-Tuk, includes S21 & Killing Fields

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · from $32

Spend 8 to 9 hours touring Phnom Penh in a private Khmer tuk-tuk with an English-speaking driver-guide. Visit Tuol Sleng, Choeung Ek, the Royal Palace, major monuments, and four important cultural sites. Guides such as Visal, Elvis, Cows, and Mr. Lim are praised for clear explanations, flexible pacing, cold drinks, and thoughtful service.

“Visal was very knowledgeable and helpful throughout our tour. The day was full yet he made it easy and relaxed. Lovely guy. A must do if you have limited time in the city.”

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Killing Field & Paddy Rice Fields Tuk Tuk Adventure - 7:30 a.m. pickup and the ride to Chambak Bet Meas Pagoda
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Killing Field & Paddy Rice Fields Tuk Tuk Adventure

12.Killing Field & Paddy Rice Fields Tuk Tuk Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $89

Leave Phnom Penh by tuk tuk and bicycle for rural villages, rice fields, Tonle Bati, and Ta Prohm Temple. Guide Thong leads the route with clear English, local insight, and a flexible pace. Lunch, water, street-food tasting, equipment, and hotel transfers are included. Choeung Ek admission and its audio tour cost extra.

“The guide was informative and friendly . I would highly recommend this tour . The guide was very knowledgeable on history and spoke English very well . He also had a wonderful sense of humor. As they say first impressions mean everything ! This impression was a good start to the first time experience to Cambodia .”

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Siem Reap City Tour with War Museum and Killing Field - Wat Thmey and the weight of the Killing Fields
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Siem Reap City Tour with War Museum and Killing Field

13.Siem Reap City Tour with War Museum and Killing Field

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $47

Spend five hours with a private English-speaking guide and driver visiting Siem Reap’s War Museum, Wat Thmey Killing Fields, Artisans Angkor, and Old Market. Hotel pickup, drop-off, bottled water, an air-conditioned vehicle, and two entrance fees are included. Choose an 8:30am or 1pm start.

“My mom and I really enjoyed this tour! Our guide and driver are very informative and accommodating. We learned a lot about the history of Cambodia and this tour was a great way to spend our first day in the country. I highly recommend this tour of Siem Reap!”

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Morning Tour,Ak Phnom temple,Rice wine,Rice Paper, killing Field - Rice fields, rice wine, and the working countryside
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Morning Tour,Ak Phnom temple,Rice wine,Rice Paper, killing Field

14.Morning Tour,Ak Phnom temple,Rice wine,Rice Paper, killing Field

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $20

Explore rural Battambang by tuk-tuk with guides such as Pao, Pov, or Yi Yong. Visit 11th-century Ek Phnom temple, a giant Buddha, rice wine and rice paper workshops, dried banana makers, a fish market, and Wat Samrong Khong killing field. Expect a friendly, informative half-day outing, with entrance fees extra.

“Guide spoke very good english and Had a hugh knowledge in everything. Already for that i think ITS Worth It to Join a Tour. We went to a really rural area and interesting places which you wouldnt find by yourself. I enjoyed IT. But i would recommend to do in the morning when hot. Tour Operator i would recommend to provide detailled information in Tour description about the extra costs.”

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Phnom Penh City and Silk Island Tour No Genocide Sites - Inside the Royal Palace
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Phnom Penh City and Silk Island Tour No Genocide Sites

15.Phnom Penh City and Silk Island Tour No Genocide Sites

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $37

Spend about eight hours with a private guide and tuk-tuk visiting Phnom Penh landmarks, the Royal Palace, Central Market, Wat Phnom, and a Golden Temple before crossing the Mekong to Silk Island. Guides include Mr Lin, Mr Thy, Mr Lim, Nick, and Visal. Extra fees apply for several sights, lunch, and the ferry-side silk farm.

“Tour was excellent variety of sites to see. Mr. Thy was a great guide. Knowledgeable, flexible, and funny. Highly recommend the tour and Mr. Thy. Also, if you get a guide at the Royal Palace, see if “Sam” is working and try to get him. He was excellent also.”

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