4 Best Shopping Places in Phnom Penh

You may wonder where to shop in Phnom Penh. Of course there are many shopping places in the city, but if you don't go to the right place, you may not get the things you want and the price could be expensive. So where should you go? Well, below are the most popular shopping centers in Phnom Penh amongst tourists as well as local people.

1. Central Market

The Central Market is the most appealing market amongst tourists in Phnom Penh. It's also the biggest local and original market in term of size and architecture. Central Market is called "Phsar Thmey" in Cambodian language. So if you take a taxi, or tuk tuk, perhaps you should pronounce the market in local language because they know it better. 

Central Market is open during daytime, everyday. It's located in downtown phnom penh so it's maybe the nearest market to shop. So what can you find there? Well, loads - it's the best place to buy some flowers and souvenirs such as crafts, drawings, paintings etc. It's also a very good place if you want to buy some silk and other cambodian-made products. Beside you can check for some electronic devices, jewellery and  of course clothes.

2. Russian Market

If you want some souvenirs, Russian Market is the best place to go. Actually, it's not where you can see the Russians, it's just the name. It was built by the Russians so the name came afterward. In fact, the local word for the market is "Phsar Tuol Tom Pong" and local people understand the local word better. It's an old ordinary market but it's an amazing place to find local-made products, antiques and crafts. Since it's a very touristic market, the sellers can communicate english well, so don't worry about communication.

OH this is the best place to buy factory overruns branded clothes in a very cheap price!!!!!

3. Olympic Market

The best place to shop clothes!!!!! This is the best market local people like to do shopping. In Olympic Market, you can find all types of clothes - jeans, party dresses, trousers, blouses, shirts, t-shirts, children clothes etc. You can also find bags, shoes and other types of men and women's wears. Most of the products are imported mainly from China, Hong Kong and Thailand.

4. Night Market

Night Market or "Phsar Rea Trey" is becoming an attractive place for shopping at night amongst tourists. It's located in the River Side Area, near the Royal Palace. It's open only at night, from 5pm onward, 7days/week. So what can you shop there? Well mainly local-made products, souvenirs, and antiques. There are also many other interesting items to shop.