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Battambang City Tour

Battambang City Tour

Explore Battambang’s rich history and culture on a guided city tour. Discover French colonial buildings and Buddhist shrines. Visit local markets and historical monuments. Learn about Cambodian life from a skilled local guide.

About Battambang

Battambang is Cambodia’s second-most populous city. It is located in the northwestern part of the country along the Sangker River. It is southwest of Tonle Sap Lake. The city is known for its nearby ancient temples, French colonial architecture, and Buddhist shrines. It offers a peaceful, untouched, and picturesque environment. The surrounding countryside features old pagodas, Angkorian-era ruins, caves, waterfalls, and Khmer Rouge-era killing fields.

What to Expect

  • Bamboo Train: Learn how the famous Bamboo Train operates and its role in local life. You can ride the train before or after the city tour.
  • Local Market (Phsar Nat): Watch locals selling traditional goods. Understand why certain products are sold. Experience the daily rhythms of the marketplace. Spend about an hour exploring the market.
  • French Colonial Buildings & Old Train Station: Walk through Battambang’s historic architecture and old railway.
  • National Museum & Guns of the Dragon: Visit the museum for a short tour. See the “Guns of the Dragon.” It is a symbol of Cambodia’s peace.
  • Provincial Hall & Old French Bridge: Admire colonial-era architecture and learn about the city’s governance.
  • Ta Dambong Kro Aung Statue & Romvong Moul Deibrambei Statue: Discover the story behind Battambang’s name and its historical significance.

Tour Highlights

  • Bamboo Train
  • Phsar Nat Market (Sphar Thom old building)
  • National Museum
  • Old Train Station
  • Guns of the Dragon (Peace monument)
  • Ta Dambong Kro Aung Statue
  • Romvong Moul Deibrambei Statue
  • Provincial Hall
  • Old French Bridge
  • Historic city buildings

Tour Details

  • Start Time: 9:00 AM
  • Duration: Half-day (approx. 4 hours)
  • Transport: Tuk-Tuk

What’s Included

  • Local tour guide (driver-guide)
  • Cold water
  • Transport with English-speaking driver
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not Included

  • Meals
  • Entrance fees
  • Extra guide in French (+US$10)

Tour Price

  • Tuk-Tuk (1–4 people): US$20

Cancellation Policy

  • Must cancel at least one week in advance

Notes

  • Driver decides the order of visits; itinerary can be discussed before the tour starts.
  • Flexible planning based on your preferences.

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