Timeline
08:00
The National Museum of Cambodia
Arrive at The National Museum of Cambodia as it opens. The courtyard is peaceful in the morning light, perfect for admiring the statue of King Jayavarman VII and the Angkor-era art before the day gets busy.
08:45
Walk two minutes to Chhma Catfe for a coffee and a quiet moment. The cats are active in the morning, and the atmosphere is calm before the afternoon rush.
09:30
Head five minutes east to Surn Yi Vegetarian Restaurant for lunch. The menu offers a variety of Chinese and Western dishes in a relaxed setting.
10:00
Stroll six minutes to Royal Palace Park. It is the closest green space to the museum and offers a pleasant walk to end your morning.
Local tip
The museum opens at 08:00 and last admission is at 16:30. Arriving early ensures you have the space to yourself. Chhma Catfe opens at 08:30, so give yourself time to explore the museum first.
Check before you go
- The National Museum of Cambodia is open daily from 08:00 to 17:00.
- Chhma Catfe is open from 08:30 to 20:30.
- Surn Yi Vegetarian Restaurant is open from 07:00 to 20:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Phnom Penh (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).