Best Markets in Siem Reap
A practical guide to Siem Reap markets for food, souvenirs, local shopping and evening atmosphere.
Updated 20 Oct 2026
A practical guide to Siem Reap markets for food, souvenirs, local shopping and evening atmosphere.
Markets serve different purposes
Some are best for daily shopping, others for souvenirs or evening browsing.
Food
Markets can be useful for snacks and simple meals, but quality varies by stall.
Souvenirs
Look for locally made products rather than assuming every item is Cambodian made.
Timing
Morning and evening can feel very different in the same market.
My approach
I would visit fewer markets with a clear purpose instead of treating them all as interchangeable.