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Cheap Phnom Penh: real prices (2026)

Phnom Penh on a budget: what travellers and locals actually pay in Phnom Penh. Ranges in USD with an approximate euro equivalent. Use them to haggle and to spot when you're being overcharged.

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Free · in your currency · in English, Spanish and French · Approx. rate: 1 € ≈ 1.16 USD

Food & drink

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
Water 1.5 L (shop)Local shop1–1 USD0.43–0.86 €
Noodle soupStreet stall2–4 USD1.72–3.45 €

Transport

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
PassApp/Grab short tuk-tukIn-app price2–4 USD1.72–3.45 €

Tours & activities

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng visitBooked on the spot (local agency) · See online15–30 USD13–26 €

Cheapest things in Phnom Penh

Local prices for the cheapest essentials in Phnom Penh, to travel on a budget:

Cheap tours in Phnom Penh

Where to eat cheap in Phnom Penh

Cheap transport in Phnom Penh

Tips to travel cheap in Phnom Penh

  1. Always pay in USD: paying in euros or dollars usually costs more.
  2. Ask and agree the price before getting in a taxi or starting a tour.
  3. Eat where locals eat, away from the most touristy streets.
  4. Compare tours at several agencies or book online at a fixed price.
  5. Before paying, check on YourLocalPrice whether the price is fair.

Common scams in Phnom Penh

Bag snatching from motorbikesKeep your phone and bag away from the street side, including inside the tuk-tuk.

FAQ

Is Phnom Penh cheap?

Yes, Phnom Penh is cheap if you pay local prices: water 1.5 l (shop) 1–1 USD, passapp/grab short tuk-tuk 2–4 USD. Visitors who don't know the prices often pay 2 to 5 times more.

How much money do I need per day in Phnom Penh?

Excluding accommodation, at local prices you can get by in Phnom Penh on about 7.33–22 € (9–25 USD) a day for food, water and transport.

What are the cheapest tours in Phnom Penh?

Some of the most popular ones and their local price: Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng visit (15–30 USD).

Where can I eat cheap in Phnom Penh?

At street stalls and simple restaurants in Phnom Penh: Water 1.5 L (shop) (1–1 USD), Noodle soup (2–4 USD).

How much is a bottle of water in Phnom Penh?

In a shop in Phnom Penh, a 1.5 L bottle usually costs 1–1 USD.

How much should a taxi cost in Phnom Penh?

A short ride in Phnom Penh costs 2–4 USD (in-app price). Ask for the meter or agree the price before getting in.

How do I avoid being overcharged in Phnom Penh?

Check the usual price before paying, always agree the price upfront and use the YourLocalPrice checker: type what they're asking and it tells you instantly if it's fair.

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