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Evening

Golden Hour at Wat Phnom

Start your evening on the hilltop where Phnom Penh began, catching the last light before the city wakes up.

Best time: 17:55About 135 min

Timeline

  1. 16:40

    Norden House Phnom Penh

    Grab a drink at Norden House Phnom Penh. This spot near Coffee Bridge 24H is open from sunrise to sunset, making it the perfect pre-sunset stop to settle in before the crowd arrives.

  2. 17:10

    Wat Phnom

    Walk up to Wat Phnom. The park is a pleasant green space and a popular gathering place for locals. Arrive early enough to find a good spot on the hill to watch the sun set toward the WSW.

  3. 18:25

    130 Gastropub

    Head to 130 Gastropub for dinner. Located in the OSTRO Hotel in the middle of the nightlife area, this modern gastro serves Western and Asian food with professional cocktails. It is open 24/7, so you can dine comfortably after dark.

  4. 19:25

    Ostro Bistro

    End the night at Ostro Bistro. Just nearby on street 136, this modern bistro and lounge is open 24/7, offering a stylish spot to unwind after your meal.

Local tip

Wat Phnom is busiest with pilgrims and fortune-tellers in the late afternoon. Coming for sunset lets you enjoy the historic atmosphere before the evening crowds disperse.

Check before you go

  • Norden House Phnom Penh closes at sunset, so go there before 17:55.
  • 130 Gastropub and Ostro Bistro are open 24/7.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Phnom Penh (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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