Private Tour
Private Half Day To Killing Field & S21 Genocidal Museum in Phnom Penh
Overview
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The Khmer Rouge turned Toul Sleng High School into a center for interrogation, torture and death. Thousands of photo of victims can be seen in each room. You will walk slowly and investigate the materials used for interrogation of prisoners. After that we travel about 15km toward southwest of Phnom Penh we will arrive at Choeung Ek. The memorial at Choeung Ek just outside Phnom Penh was an orchard! And a Chinese cemetery prior to 1975. During the Khmer Rouge regime, it became one of the killing fields the site of the brutal executions of more than 17,000 individuals, most of whom first suffered through torture and deprivation in Toul Sleng Prison. Choeung Ek is now a group of mass graves and a memorial stupa containing thousands of skulls. Come back to hotel and drop off.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Hotel Pickup & Dropoff
Private driver with license
Private Transportation with A/C
Private English Speaking Tour Guide
Pure Drinking Water
Travel Insurance
Meals & Drinks
Killing Field
Toul Sleng
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
Tuol Sleng was a former high school that the Khmer Rouge turned into a centre for interrogation, torture and death. Today it is a museum of torture and serves to remind visitors of the terrible atrocities that came to pass in Cambodia. 17,000 people passed through the gates of this prison and only seven lived to tell the tale.
Choeung Ek Genocidal Center
Prisoners from Tuol Sleng followed this same route to their fate. An old Chinese cemetery, Choeng Ek was turned into an extermination camp for political prisoners. The remains of 8985 people were exhumed from mass graves and are kept in a memorial stupa here. Despite the horrors of the past, it is a peaceful place to go and a tranquil spot to reflect on the tragic events that engulfed Cambodia and its people.
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Private Half Day To Killing Field & S21 Genocidal Museum in Phnom Penh
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Reviews
131 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I had Ms. Chheang...
Carly C,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had Ms. Chheang Sreyneang as my guide today. She was incredibly knowledgeable with personal, family stories to add to the overall history of the sites. She told the history like a story and was able to answer any questions I had. The pacing of the tour was ideal. They were even able to pick me up from the airport and stow my luggage in the van. Highly recommend taking time from your vacation to learn more about an important time in recent history and to pay respects to the victims.
An excellent and knowledgeable guide for this essential tour
derek w,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Confronting but very interesting tour all visitors to Phnom Penh should experience. Mr Sok is an excellent choice for this tour, he has extensive knowledge of this period in Cambodia’s history and shares this clearly. Understandably other Cambodian people we have spoken to were reluctant to discuss these times. We felt it important to gain this insight and are very grateful to Mr Sok for providing this. We wish peace and good times for Cambodian people.
Highly recommend anyone...
Ella C,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Highly recommend anyone visiting Phnom Penh to do this trip. It is very hard hitting but something important to learn about and understand. Our guide, Silong, was incredibly knowledgeable and gave us fascinating insight into the history of the genocide and killing fields. He also gave us great tips for the rest of our time in Cambodia.
Not even hangovers could stop this tour from being great
tobiasnicolaij,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic tour with Mrs. Sreyneang. Very honest and well paced tour. She was very good at telling and be in the moment. Warmest recommendations from us.
Best Way to Experience
G6955RTjamesw,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mr. Silong was an outstanding guide who made us more knowledgeable about Cambodia and the complexities of its dark past than any textbook could. He explained things thoroughly and simply for people who did not have significant background context and in an objective manner. We would give this 6 stars if we could. In terms of the day itself it never felt rushed or dragged on, the car is comfortable with plenty of water and a safe driver. I would recommend everyone take a tour with Mr. Silong if they are able.
Best way to experience
jimwarczak,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Mr. Silong was an outstanding guide who made us more knowledgeable about Cambodia and the complexities of its dark past than any textbook could. He explained things thoroughly and simply for people who did not have significant background context and in an objective manner. We would give this 6 stars if we could. In terms of the day itself it never felt rushed or dragged on, the car is comfortable with plenty of water and a safe driver. I would recommend everyone take a tour with Mr. Silong if they are able.
Tough subject/tender guide
Esteysi,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were so lucky to have Ms. Thavy, a teacher, as our guide through a morning of "tough subjects" at Tuol Sleng and Cheung Ek. Her factual knowledge is enhanced by her willingness to share her family's personal experiences during the war, and this made our tour very special. She was an excellent help in trying to wrap our heads around the horrors of that time. Highly recommend a tour with her!
Humble beauty - extraordinary perspective
605rakheed,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nin was a super guide. Very knowledgeable and many personal anecdotes. A very humbling and worthwhile experience. So much poignant and sad reflection on the fragility of life in this region. This is a must do tour.
A must do trip to understand the history of Cambodia
CCAuckland,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful trip with Ms. Sreyneang to understand the history of Cambodia. She spoke excellent English and had very good knowledge and was able to explain the complexity of what lay behind the genocide. A sobering trip but a necessary one to understand Cambodia’s history to where they are now. Much respect to these beautiful people who have been through so much. Would highly recommend.
Sad day good tour
BrentM816,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sad day given the topic but great tour guide. Silong was great tour guide. Very knowledgable and nice guy. Thanks very much
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