Shopping in Siem Reap — Top 10 best shops, markets & shopping malls in Siem Reap

Our Siem Reap gold shopping list includes famous local brands, aligned shopping centers, and lively markets. It’s worth to pay money for the goods here because it is very reliable and presents the local culture and history. Therefore, let’s go out with us to explore this shopping. Where to shop, what to buy in Siem Reap and best things to buy in Siem Reap? Let’s discover shopping in Siem Reap — Top 10 best shops, markets and shopping malls in Siem Reap you should visit with Living Nomads below.

Angkor Night Market

Angkor Night Market has more than 200 bamboo huts selling various types of clothing and handicrafts from indigenous people and non-governmental organizations. The market located in a landscaped garden in the center of Siem Reap was established in 2007 in order to help preserve the Khmer craft tradition and improve people’s livelihood.

Unlike most other shopping places in Siem Reap, Angkor Night Market only sells “exclusive items” such as silk paintings, ball dolls, handbags made from recycled materials. There are also complex stone sculptures with silver or brass. You, of course, will also find some mass-produced items from China which are indispensable in any market in Southeast Asia. Besides, there are also several cafeterias in the market where you can enjoy live music, local food, beer, cocktails, and vitamins at an attractive price.

Opening hours: 4 p.m to 12 p.m
Address: Off Sivatha Boulevard, Siem Reap.

Old Market (Psar Chas)

This old market located along the Siem Reap River is the oldest Khmer market in the city. Also known as Psar Char, indigenous people rushed to this outdoor market in the morning in order to buy fresh produces as well as household items. There is not only the abundance of souvenir shops at reasonable prices near the entrance to the market but also other items such as silk, jewelry, shoes and antiques which you should not miss when coming the market, especially with fashionables.

Well, you are advised to bargain the low price for items in the market because most of them sold to tourists at an unreasonable price. At the center of Old Market, there are many restaurants serving soups, rice dishes, bread, frogs, dried fish and pork sausages. According to our assessment, this place and Angkor Night Market are the most interesting shopping places in Siem Reap.

Opening hours: 7 am to 8 pm daily.
Address: Psar Chas Road, Siem Reap

Artisans d’Angkor

Artisans d’Angkor is a good choice for those who want to buy Khmer handicrafts, woven fabrics, and reliable household items. Not only does it provide employment for more than 1,000 local craftsmen but all its profits also are used to train young people who can not afford it.

Guests can also take part in a tour to explore the craft process, meticulous techniques for the sculpture of stone and wood sculpture, painted wood, silver plating and silk painting. Specifically, Artisans d’Angkor having two duty-free shops located at Siem Reap International Airport and Phnom Penh International Airport. Therefore, you can comfortably buy these items at the airport during your Cambodia travel, which is very convenient for busy people.

Opening hours: 7:30 am to 6:30 pm
Address: Stung Thmey Street, Siem Reap
Phone number: +855 63 963 330

Khmer Ceramic Center

Khmer ceramic center which established in 2006 gives you an insight into the art and culture of ancient ceramics between the early 9th and 15th centuries. In addition, it also opens the door of the diversity of handcrafted activities for you. The store located at Charles de Gaulle Boulevard avenue displays handmade ceramic products with high quality.

Jars, cosmetic jars, bowls of food and décor, table decorations, oil lamps, and jewelry are all available in the Khmer ceramic center. Visitors can also take part in not only the process of making pottery but also drawing classes for $20 or more. If you worry about the language barrier, you could feel comfortable because teachers speak English. Special, there is also a free gift, transportation to a hotel and cold drinks for participants. well, it is very regretful to miss that attractive services.

Opening hours: 8 a.m to 7 p.m
Address: Vithey Charles de Gaulle, Siem Reap Cemeteries
Phone number: +855 17 843 014

Made in Cambodia Market

“Made in Cambodia” market is a lively outdoor market located in front of the Shinta Mani resort in Siem Reap. There are live performances, great local food, and souvenirs in there. Opened on Saturdays, Sundays, and Tuesdays, famous local artists set up stalls on Oun Khum Street to showcase their creations.

Stalls consist of clothing, cosmetics, jewelry, paintings, and toys. One of the featured items sold here is Sombai rice spirit made from cinnamons, mangoes, anises and red peppers. If you are feeling hungry, the “Made in Cambodia” market is many of the best restaurants in Siem Reap.

Opening hours: Saturday, Sunday, and Tuesday from 4 pm to 9 pm
Address: Oum Khun Street, Siem Reap
Phone number: +855 10 345 643

Louise Loubatieres Gallery

Louise Loubatieres Gallery is a very special shop because of its all the furniture is white. There are wooden furniture, ceramics, and textiles made by indigenous craftsmen. As a graduate of the Royal College of Art in London, Louise combined with native craftsmen to produce traditional objects mixed with contemporary colors.

The price of the souvenirs here ranges from $ 20 to $ 55, so it is easy for visitors to search countless souvenirs for loved ones at home. Apart from bowls, bright color trays, beads and silk shawls in full color, Louise Loubatieres Gallery also has a collection of antiques, cushions, and vases from the UK and Vietnam.

Opening hours: 10 am to 6 pm daily
Address: 7, Hap Guan Street, Siem Reap
Phone number: +855 12 902 986

Angkor Handicraft Association

Angkor Handicraft Association is a trading market with more than 20 orthodox handicraft shops located in the village of Traing. Visitors can do sightseeing the local craftsmen when working, learn about the Khmer sculpture traditions and participate in many workshops.

The items you can find here are made of silk, silver, stone and bronze statues, paintings and bags. Craftsmen, their families, and local community received 100% of the profits. The Angkor Handicraft Association also has 12 different types of activities such as carving coconuts, plaiting palm leaf, drawing oil painting and making flutes for visitors of all ages.

Opening hours: 10 am to 8 pm daily
Address: Road 60, Traing Village, Siem Reap
Phone: +855 78 341 454

Theam’s House Gallery

Theam’s House Gallery is an ancient art studio located in Siem Reap’s Veal. You can buy original paintings and exclusive potteries when coming to Theam. Both spaces and products are made and selected by the eminent artists and designers of Cambodia – Lim Muy Theam.

To explore Theam, we begin with a showroom displaying Buddha statues stately. Then, there was the on-the-spot workshop with 55 skilled craftsmen working under the supervision of Theam. Clay figures, lacquers, handicrafts are shaped and become more lively than ever thanks to the hands of skilled craftsmen. Because of its “hidden” location, the best way to get to Siem Reap is by tuk-tuk. It takes only 10 minutes from the National Museum of Angkor.

Opening hours: 8 am to 7 pm
Address: 25, Veal Village, Siem Reap
Phone number: +855 78 208 161

Gemological Institute of Cambodia

Gemological Institute of Cambodia is an independent company with a wide variety of real gems from around the world. Gemological Institute of Cambodia Founded by Jean-Philippe Lepage is home to more than 150 gems from Cambodia, Myanmar, New Zealand and Colombia. Although it is not a shopping mall in Siem Reap, it is also a reliable shopping place in Siem Reap if you are looking for gems.

The Gemological Institute of Cambodia also offers a $ 30 USD half-hour course and an hour for gems in English and French. Visitors will be introduced to the gems found in Cambodia such as zircon, ruby, sapphire, garnet, topaz, aquamarine, crystalline quartz, and chalcedony.

Opening hours: 8 am to 7 pm daily
Address: Kna Village, Sangkat Chreav, Siem Reap,
Phone number: +855 92 615 288

Angkor Trade Center

Angkor Trade Center is the first shopping center in Siem Reap with a series of international restaurants, independent shops, entertainment halls, and supermarkets. This center is located in Siem Reap’s Mondul 1 village. It just takes 2 minutes walking from the old market (Phsar Chas).

Compared to the shopping places in Siem Reap, Angkor Trade Center seems to be a normal shopping mall with nothing special. But this is certainly a good option when you need to buy living items for your trip. Besides, there are not only a leisure center and a movie theater on the 3rd floor but also fast food restaurants, ice cream parlors like Swensen’s Ice Cream and Pizza Company on the ground floor.

Opening hours: 9 am to 6 pm daily
Address: Mondul 1 Village, Svay Dangkum, Siem Reap
Phone number: +855 63 766 666

Every destination here is carefully selected in order to make sure that if not buy good bargain goods, you will find unique items. With this Siem Reap shopping guide if you find a place to shop in Siem Reap when going to the homeland of pagodas, you should not forget to visit these places. Apart from the shopping trips, you can not miss the fun activities in Siem Reap as well.

Where to stay in Siem Reap?

You do not need to worry about the shortage of quality hotels in Siem Reap because the system of hotels, motels and homestays is almost everywhere. But you have to worry about running out of cheap rooms, so finding and booking a hotel as early as possible is still the best.

Below are some best cheap, budget, mid-range and upscale hotels with good ratings and reviews you can refer to.

The Privilege Floor by LOTUS BLANC: A 5-star hotel with room rates from $62/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

Shinta Mani Shack: A 5-star hotel with room rates from $94/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

Park Hyatt Siem Reap: A 5-star hotel with room rates from $150/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

Jaya House River Park: A 5-star hotel with room rates from $148/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

Shinta Mani Angkor: A 5-star hotel with room rates from $107/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

Victoria Angkor Resort & Spa: A 5-star hotel with room rates from $59/night. (Check rates and reviews on Agoda.com or Booking.com).

You can find, check rates, availability & booking for Siem Reap hotels on Agoda.com or Booking.com.

Some best day tours, trips, activities and transfer services, tickets in and from Siem Reap you can refer to

• Private Siem Reap International Airport Transfers (REP) for Siem Reap
• Private City Transfers between Siem Reap and Phnom Penh
• Shared Bus Transfer between Siem Reap and Phnom Penh by Giant Ibis
• Shared Bus Transfer between Siem Reap and Bangkok by Giant Ibis
• Private Siem Reap International Airport Tuk-tuk Transfers (REP) for Siem Reap
• Siem Reap Private Car Charter
• Angkor Temples Tour
• Angkor Temples Sunrise Tour
• Angkor Custom Tour in Siem Reap with Optional Guide
• Kompong Phluk Floating Village Half-Day Tour
• Classic Angkor Wat Full Day with Sunset Tour
• Angkor Wat Sunrise Tour with Monk Blessing
• Siem Reap Half Day City Tour
• Angkor Wat Private Tour by Tuk-Tuk
• Kulen Mountain National Park and Waterfall Day Tour
• Angkor Wat Sunset Tour
• Angkor Wat and nearby temples day tour
• Phare, The Cambodian Circus in Siem Reap
• Kampong Phluk Floating Village Tour
• 4G SIM Card (HK/MO/TW/CN Delivery) for Cambodia
• 2 Day Angkor Exploration Private Tour by Tuk-Tuk
• Angkor Temples Small Circuit Private Tour by Tuk-Tuk

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