Khmer Rouge, genocide museum &killing field tour in Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Khmer Rouge, genocide museum &killing field tour

Outty Ranking 71 5.0 · 17 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $43

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71/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

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5.0/5

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Is Khmer Rouge, genocide museum &killing field tour worth booking?

Khmer Rouge, genocide museum &killing field tour is a 4-hour experience in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, from $43 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 5/5 rating across 17 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
71 / 100
Rating
5/5 (17)
Duration
4 hours
From
$43 per person

As I’m Cambodian I’m very happy and warmly welcome all travelers. I’m strong willing to tell you all about our history. We serve you with our hearts and willing to share about Cambodian people experienced during Khmer Ro

What you get

    About this experience

    As I’m Cambodian I’m very happy and warmly welcome all travelers. I’m strong willing to tell you all about our history. We serve you with our hearts and willing to share about Cambodian people experienced during Khmer Rouge regime. Anyway our tour guides and drivers are licensed from the ministry. -Guides are very knowledgeable , tidy, polite, friendly and helpful. - Drivers are courteous, polite, friendly, drive safely, flexible, and promptly on schedule. We stress that our travellers are not our customers but our friends!! We will make your trip is fantastic and memorable. Pleas allow us to serve you.

    What's included

    Included

    • Pick up and drop off
    • Bottled water
    • Entrance fee tickets
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • English speaking tour guide

    Not included

    • Snacks
    • Tea and coffee
    • Lunch
    • Tips for guide and driver

    What you'll see and do

    1. Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum

      Travelers must show respect to the museum by take the probably clothes, pants or skirt must cover the knees,shirt is cover your arms too. After guide catch travelers at hotel, we will leave forward to the Genocide museum, security center (S-21). We may spend 2h here

      120 minutes here · Admission not included

    2. Russian Market

      It is not far from S-21, drive about 15mins.That is call Russian market. This market look seem traditional market as the original name is Toul Tompong market. There are many different areas to see, such as food, fish, vegetables, grocery, clothes, household, construction tools, souvenirs,jewelry and so on. I’m sure here is the best place to buy your souvenir.

      40 minutes here

    3. Choeung Ek Genocidal Center

      We will leave the city to Killing field which is 15km from The city center. On the way pass by, there is some views of the outskirts people lifestyle, rice fields, orchard and villages.

      120 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 9 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Private car and guide

    Know before you go

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

    Photos

    Those are pits, victims were kneed down by the side then they were smashed on their head to the pit.There are more than 4000places for torture and integrator.The torture spots in security center, S21.The memorial monument at killing field.These are 9 grave, whom found in the the building of the prison.Photos of the victims were detention in S21.

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 17 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    8 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    17 verified traveler reviews for Khmer Rouge, genocide museum &killing field tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    254sereyv · May 2026

    Best tour guide

    We book this tour and Sam was our tour guude. Sam has knoledge of her cohntry, she did a great job and we learn a lots about cambodia. Higly reccomend this tour. Cheer Sam!

    via Tripadvisor

    Shahar B · January 2026

    A tour that leave you memories and knowledge

    The tour with Sam added a lot of knowledge to us about everything that has happened in Cambodia in the last 40 years. The history and difficult scenes were conveyed well and accurately.

    via Tripadvisor

    Kerrie_T · August 2025

    Highly recommend this tour

    Incredible tour with Sam who was an amazing guide - so knowledgeable, friendly, kind and engaging! The tour is so informative regarding the horrific past of Cambodia and its genocide. Sam’s knowledge was deep and she painted a very vivid picture of the country’s past events! An emotional but fascinating morning

    via Viator

    eat-travel-be-happy1 · March 2025

    Excellent guide

    I booked a half day tour with Sam in Phnom Penh. Sam offered to pick me up in a car or, as I was alone, on a motorcycle. I chose a motorcycle. This was fun. Considering the subject matter, I was initially hesitant to book this tour. However, in the end, I was happy I took the tour, and even more so that I had Sam as my guide. As Sam accompanied me to each site, I listened intently to her deeply moving narration. She knew when to present facts and when to allow me time to silently contemplate. After the museum we visited the Russian market and shared some snacks. I enjoyed my day with Sam She is knowledgeable, funny, heartfelt, and made this a memorable experience. She also offered msny recommendations for my time in Cambodia I highly recommend Sam.

    via Tripadvisor

    Extraordinary145 · March 2025

    The Killing Fields and the Khmer Rouge

    I hired a guide called Sam Sandra to show me the Killing fields. She gave a very informative tour of the site but also a historical lesson about the Khmer Rouge. She was very good explaining everything to me. I walked away with a much better understanding of this period of Cambodia History thanks to Sam Sandra. I will hire her again when I return to Cambodia in October 2025

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $43 to $135
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    6
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 71

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)95
    Review evidence (18% weight)47
    Booking momentum (14% weight)39
    Value for money (12% weight)64
    Listing quality (10% weight)79
    Local standing (8% weight)58
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Khmer Rouge, genocide museum &killing field tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Phnom Penh.

    How much does Khmer Rouge, genocide museum &killing field tour cost?

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    Prices start at $43 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Phnom Penh usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Khmer Rouge, genocide museum &killing field tour take?

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    Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Phnom Penh is not rushed.

    Is Khmer Rouge, genocide museum &killing field tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 17 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Phnom Penh, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Khmer Rouge, genocide museum &killing field tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Khmer Rouge, genocide museum &killing field tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Khmer Rouge, genocide museum &killing field tour?

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    Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Phnom Penh can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Phnom Penh and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Khmer Rouge, genocide museum &killing field tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Phnom Penh within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Phnom Penh?

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    On Outty we rank every Phnom Penh experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Half Day Tuol Sleng S21 and Choeung Ek Killing Field Tour, The Killing Field and Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) Tour, Killing field and Toul Sleng genocide museum Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Phnom Penh?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Phnom Penh?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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