Siem Reap Market: handmade crafts & Souvenirs shop
Shopping in Siem Reap
Hight-guality handmade crafts, including silk clothing and accessories, stone and wood carvings, and silver, are widely available, especially in siem reap, Phnom penh and towns with particular handicraft specialities. Hill tribes in Mondulkiri and Ratanakiri produce hand-wowen cotton in small quantities.
The ubiquitous cotton krama (chequered scart) is a symbol of Cambodia and for many Khmers, wearing one is an affirmation of their identity,. Its main function is to provide protection from the sun, wind and dust, but it can also be worm as a mini-sarong, serve as a towel, be tied across the shoulder as a baby carrier and be stuffed inside a motorbike
Whether you're looking for traditional Khmer handi-crafts or chic contemporary fashion, Siem Reap is an excellent place to shop for all things Cambodian. In addition to classic Cambodian souvenirs, Siem Reap has a unique and growing variety of contemporary art galleries, fashion boutiques and trendy shops. Shopping venues are scattered across the town with a concentration of places along Sivutha Blvd., and near Phsar Chas (the ‘Old Market’) and nearby Pub Street. The Pub Street alleys, especially Alley West, harbor several distinctive small contemporary galleries and funky boutiques. For traditional items and souvenirs, start at the downtown traditional market, Phsar Chas, known as the Old Market.
Traditional Markets and Souvenir Markets
Phsar' means 'market' in Khmer. The traditional Cambodian phsar is a sprawling, semi-covered affair of small shops and stalls, and a visit to one is an important part of any Cambodian experience. Siem Reap's most popular traditional market Phsar Chas (Old Market), caters to visitors and locals, offering a varied selection of souvenirs, home wares and food - a true cultural shopping experience.
Angkor Night Market
Siem Reap’s first and original night market, located in the heart of town. Very popular. The Market opens in the mid-afternoon, stays open until at least midnight, harbors more than 200 thatch roofed shops and stalls offering souvenirs, handicrafts, fish massage, clothes, Asian and international food, drinks, books, DVDs, electronics, jewelry, art and there’s even a travel agent. Massage, fish massage, documentary movies at the Movie Mall. The shopping atmosphere is peaceful and relaxed and the welcoming Island Bar at the back of the Market provides a nice place to relax and chill over some very reasonably priced drinks and snacks.
Off Sivatha Blvd, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tel: +(855)(0)92-654315
www.angkornightmarket.com
BB Angkor Night Market
New souvenir and art night market right at the end of Pub Street. Dozens of stalls and vendors offering a variety of Cambodian and Asian art, souvenirs, curios gems and jewelry. Also restaurants, bakery/deli, drink stands and more. Check out the great view from the Triangle Restaurant atop the market.
Tel: +(855)(0)12-915915
Phsar Chas (Old Market)
The Old Market (Phsar Chas) and surrounding area including the nearby Pub Street, Pub Street alleys and the Night Markets are 'must sees' when visiting Siem Reap. Very popular, the whole Old Market area stretching from the river across to the night markets on Sivutha Blvd is now the dining, shopping and nightlife center of town.
Of the various traditional Cambodian markets in Siem Reap, the Old Market offers the deepest selection of souvenirs and curios. There are souvenir vendors on all sides off the market and into the interior, especially on the river side - offering silks, silverworks, carvings, statuary, art and handicrafts as well as t-shirts, post cards, boot-legged DVDs and books.
The 2 Thnou Street side of the market is a mix of local and tourist vendors, some offering souvenirs, others specializing in clothing, shoes and hats aimed more at the local consumer. The opposite Street 11 side is also a mix, with many vendors offering handicrafts, puppets, musical instruments and basketry and local food and dried fish vendors toward the other end. The north side of the market along Street 9 caters more to the locals than tourists, vending fruit, vegetables, meats, clothes, hardware and such. There are several interesting local spice, tea and coffee vendors on this side and a number of inexpensive cafe stalls lining the street, serving Cambodian fare in an interesting, very local atmosphere. A good place for a budget meal and a taste of real Cambodian cuisine.
The streets in the area around the market, especially the now famous Pub Street and Pub Street Alleys, sports dozens of tourist oriented business including galleries and boutiques, restaurants, cafes, bars, massage and spas, travel agents, bookstores, a pharmacy and lots more. See Old Market for more.
Phsar Leu Thom Thmey (Big, New, Upper Market)
Phsar Leu is the main traditional market for the locals - an expansive market building full of vendors and stalls hawking everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to motorcycle parts, clothing and rice by the bushel. Not a good place to shop for souvenirs but a great place to see a bit of real Cambodia. The old Phsar Leu was torn down a few years ago and a new market building constructed and renamed ‘Phsar Leu Thom Thmey’ (Big, New Upper Market). Opens and closes with the sun. Busiest in the morning.
Route #6, east of town center, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Supermarkets, Stores and Other Shopping
Shops and businesses of various types stretch along Sivatha Blvd from Route #6 to the Old Market area - souvenir shops, convenience stores, banks and money changers, massage shops, travel agencies, photo shops and more. LuckyMall containing Lucky Supermarket, Monument Toys & Books, Lucky Burger, U-Care and a dozen other stores is the newest addition to international-style shopping scene. Convenience stores are located all over town with several along Sivatha Blvd, all offering selections of groceries, sundries, drinks and more.
Angkor Market
One of the first and most complete international-style convenience stores in Siem Reap. Food, drinks, spirits, wines, ice cream...
Sivatha Blvd, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tel: +(855)(0)63-767799
Reasmey Tep Pranom
Airport Road international-style convenience store.
Airport Road (Route #6), Siem Reap, Cambodia.
U-Care
Pharmacy, beauty products, toiletries
1) Old Market area (at the end of Pub Street), Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tel: 063-956396
2) Lucky Mall on Sivutha Blvd, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tel: 063-966683
3) Siem Reap International Airport, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
4) Cultural Mall at the Angkor National Museum, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
www.u-carepharmacy.com
Photography Shops
Photo shops Photo shops are located across the town, all offering digital services and most film services as well. Several dot Sivutha Blvd through the center of town.
Laor Penh Cheth Digital Centre & Studio
Long established photo shop and studio. Digital photo services and film processing. Studio and photographers.
1) Sivutha Blvd corner of St.03, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tel: 063-6526666
2) National Road #6, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tel: 063-6556666
www.lpc-studio.com
Book Stores
Most book vendors in Siem Reap focus on Cambodia and Southeast Asia related books, Angkor temple guides and travel books. Some places offer proper, original copies but most sell bootleg versions at cut-rate prices. Several roving book carts prowl the Old Market area offer selections of the most popular Cambodia related titles. Book stalls on the riverside of the Old Market sell temple guides and Cambodia-related books, as do small vendors near the temples.
Blue Apsara Book Shop
Used and new books. Cambodia titles. Fiction and non-fiction.
Street 9, Old Market area, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
D’s Books
Used and new books. Cambodia titles. Travel guides. Fiction and non-fiction.
2 Thnou Street, Old Market area, opposite the Provincial Hospital, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Monument Books
New books. Cambodia titles. Travel guides. Fiction and non-fiction.
In the Ta Prohm Hotel on Pokombor Av, next to the Old Market, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
New Leaf Book Café
Thousands of new and used books on a wide range of topics in addition to artwork, notebooks and other items produced by local NGOs. Cambodia titles, including selections from local publishers. Book donations are welcome. “100% of profits are donated to local charities.”
Old Market area, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tel: 063-766016
www.newleafbookcafe.org
Siem Reap Book Center
New books. Cambodia titles.
2 Thnou St (Market St), Old Market area, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Shopping in Siem Reap
The ubiquitous cotton krama (chequered scart) is a symbol of Cambodia and for many Khmers, wearing one is an affirmation of their identity,. Its main function is to provide protection from the sun, wind and dust, but it can also be worm as a mini-sarong, serve as a towel, be tied across the shoulder as a baby carrier and be stuffed inside a motorbike
Whether you're looking for traditional Khmer handi-crafts or chic contemporary fashion, Siem Reap is an excellent place to shop for all things Cambodian. In addition to classic Cambodian souvenirs, Siem Reap has a unique and growing variety of contemporary art galleries, fashion boutiques and trendy shops. Shopping venues are scattered across the town with a concentration of places along Sivutha Blvd., and near Phsar Chas (the ‘Old Market’) and nearby Pub Street. The Pub Street alleys, especially Alley West, harbor several distinctive small contemporary galleries and funky boutiques. For traditional items and souvenirs, start at the downtown traditional market, Phsar Chas, known as the Old Market.
Traditional Markets and Souvenir Markets
Phsar' means 'market' in Khmer. The traditional Cambodian phsar is a sprawling, semi-covered affair of small shops and stalls, and a visit to one is an important part of any Cambodian experience. Siem Reap's most popular traditional market Phsar Chas (Old Market), caters to visitors and locals, offering a varied selection of souvenirs, home wares and food - a true cultural shopping experience.
Angkor Night Market
Siem Reap’s first and original night market, located in the heart of town. Very popular. The Market opens in the mid-afternoon, stays open until at least midnight, harbors more than 200 thatch roofed shops and stalls offering souvenirs, handicrafts, fish massage, clothes, Asian and international food, drinks, books, DVDs, electronics, jewelry, art and there’s even a travel agent. Massage, fish massage, documentary movies at the Movie Mall. The shopping atmosphere is peaceful and relaxed and the welcoming Island Bar at the back of the Market provides a nice place to relax and chill over some very reasonably priced drinks and snacks.
Off Sivatha Blvd, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tel: +(855)(0)92-654315
www.angkornightmarket.com
BB Angkor Night Market
New souvenir and art night market right at the end of Pub Street. Dozens of stalls and vendors offering a variety of Cambodian and Asian art, souvenirs, curios gems and jewelry. Also restaurants, bakery/deli, drink stands and more. Check out the great view from the Triangle Restaurant atop the market.
Tel: +(855)(0)12-915915
Phsar Chas (Old Market)
The Old Market (Phsar Chas) and surrounding area including the nearby Pub Street, Pub Street alleys and the Night Markets are 'must sees' when visiting Siem Reap. Very popular, the whole Old Market area stretching from the river across to the night markets on Sivutha Blvd is now the dining, shopping and nightlife center of town.
Of the various traditional Cambodian markets in Siem Reap, the Old Market offers the deepest selection of souvenirs and curios. There are souvenir vendors on all sides off the market and into the interior, especially on the river side - offering silks, silverworks, carvings, statuary, art and handicrafts as well as t-shirts, post cards, boot-legged DVDs and books.
The 2 Thnou Street side of the market is a mix of local and tourist vendors, some offering souvenirs, others specializing in clothing, shoes and hats aimed more at the local consumer. The opposite Street 11 side is also a mix, with many vendors offering handicrafts, puppets, musical instruments and basketry and local food and dried fish vendors toward the other end. The north side of the market along Street 9 caters more to the locals than tourists, vending fruit, vegetables, meats, clothes, hardware and such. There are several interesting local spice, tea and coffee vendors on this side and a number of inexpensive cafe stalls lining the street, serving Cambodian fare in an interesting, very local atmosphere. A good place for a budget meal and a taste of real Cambodian cuisine.
The streets in the area around the market, especially the now famous Pub Street and Pub Street Alleys, sports dozens of tourist oriented business including galleries and boutiques, restaurants, cafes, bars, massage and spas, travel agents, bookstores, a pharmacy and lots more. See Old Market for more.
Phsar Leu Thom Thmey (Big, New, Upper Market)
Phsar Leu is the main traditional market for the locals - an expansive market building full of vendors and stalls hawking everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to motorcycle parts, clothing and rice by the bushel. Not a good place to shop for souvenirs but a great place to see a bit of real Cambodia. The old Phsar Leu was torn down a few years ago and a new market building constructed and renamed ‘Phsar Leu Thom Thmey’ (Big, New Upper Market). Opens and closes with the sun. Busiest in the morning.
Route #6, east of town center, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Supermarkets, Stores and Other Shopping
Shops and businesses of various types stretch along Sivatha Blvd from Route #6 to the Old Market area - souvenir shops, convenience stores, banks and money changers, massage shops, travel agencies, photo shops and more. LuckyMall containing Lucky Supermarket, Monument Toys & Books, Lucky Burger, U-Care and a dozen other stores is the newest addition to international-style shopping scene. Convenience stores are located all over town with several along Sivatha Blvd, all offering selections of groceries, sundries, drinks and more.
Angkor Market
One of the first and most complete international-style convenience stores in Siem Reap. Food, drinks, spirits, wines, ice cream...
Sivatha Blvd, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tel: +(855)(0)63-767799
Reasmey Tep Pranom
Airport Road international-style convenience store.
Airport Road (Route #6), Siem Reap, Cambodia.
U-Care
Pharmacy, beauty products, toiletries
1) Old Market area (at the end of Pub Street), Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tel: 063-956396
2) Lucky Mall on Sivutha Blvd, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tel: 063-966683
3) Siem Reap International Airport, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
4) Cultural Mall at the Angkor National Museum, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
www.u-carepharmacy.com
Photography Shops
Photo shops Photo shops are located across the town, all offering digital services and most film services as well. Several dot Sivutha Blvd through the center of town.
Laor Penh Cheth Digital Centre & Studio
Long established photo shop and studio. Digital photo services and film processing. Studio and photographers.
1) Sivutha Blvd corner of St.03, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tel: 063-6526666
2) National Road #6, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tel: 063-6556666
www.lpc-studio.com
Book Stores
Most book vendors in Siem Reap focus on Cambodia and Southeast Asia related books, Angkor temple guides and travel books. Some places offer proper, original copies but most sell bootleg versions at cut-rate prices. Several roving book carts prowl the Old Market area offer selections of the most popular Cambodia related titles. Book stalls on the riverside of the Old Market sell temple guides and Cambodia-related books, as do small vendors near the temples.
Blue Apsara Book Shop
Used and new books. Cambodia titles. Fiction and non-fiction.
Street 9, Old Market area, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
D’s Books
Used and new books. Cambodia titles. Travel guides. Fiction and non-fiction.
2 Thnou Street, Old Market area, opposite the Provincial Hospital, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Monument Books
New books. Cambodia titles. Travel guides. Fiction and non-fiction.
In the Ta Prohm Hotel on Pokombor Av, next to the Old Market, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
New Leaf Book Café
Thousands of new and used books on a wide range of topics in addition to artwork, notebooks and other items produced by local NGOs. Cambodia titles, including selections from local publishers. Book donations are welcome. “100% of profits are donated to local charities.”
Old Market area, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tel: 063-766016
www.newleafbookcafe.org
Siem Reap Book Center
New books. Cambodia titles.
2 Thnou St (Market St), Old Market area, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
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