Siem Reap

Medical facilities

• Royal Angkor International Hospital+855 63 761 888

  National Road No. 6 (Airport Road), Siem Reap

  Best international-standard hospital in Siem Reap. English-speaking staff, modern equipment, 24/7 emergency service. Affiliated with Bumrungrad International Hospital (Bangkok). The recommended hospital for tourists requiring serious care. Serious cases may still be transferred to Bangkok.

• Siem Reap Provincial Referral Hospital+855 63 963 909

  Achamean Street, Siem Reap

  Main public hospital in Siem Reap. Handles emergencies and general care. Limited English-speaking staff and less modern facilities than Royal Angkor International. Significant cost difference from private hospitals — local option in emergencies.

• Naga Clinic+855 12 598 907

  Sivatha Street, central Siem Reap (near Old Market area)

  Small international medical clinic popular with tourists for non-emergency consultations, minor injuries, travel medicine, and prescription medications. English-speaking staff. Convenient central location. Not a full hospital — refers serious cases to Royal Angkor.

• Local pharmaciesN/A

  Throughout Siem Reap town center and Pub Street area

  Well-stocked pharmacies throughout the tourist area dispensing OTC medications, antibiotics (available OTC in Cambodia), and basic medical supplies. Check expiry dates when buying.

Staying safe

General safety

Moderate safety — Siem Reap is generally safe for tourists; main risks are petty theft, tuk-tuk scams, and health issues rather than violent crime

Notes

Siem Reap is relatively safe for tourists. Violent crime against foreigners is uncommon. Main risks are: bag snatching by motorbike in poorly lit areas (most common crime against tourists), tuk-tuk driver overcharging and detours to commission shops, pickpocketing in Pub Street crowds, drink spiking in bars, and health risks (dengue, food-borne illness, heat). Landmines remain a risk in rural areas well outside the main tourist zones — never walk off established paths in jungle or rice field areas.

What to carry

Crossbody bag worn in front in crowds (secure against bag snatching), mosquito repellent for evenings, sunscreen and hat for temple visits, closed-toe shoes for temple walks (uneven stone surfaces)

Lost items

Report theft to the Tourist Police station in Siem Reap for an official police report required for insurance claims. The Siem Reap Tourist Police are located near the Old Market and have some English-speaking officers. For lost passports, contact your country's embassy in Phnom Penh — most major countries have embassies there with emergency services; some may have honorary consuls in Siem Reap. Your guesthouse can provide assistance with translation and the reporting process.

• Carry your bag across your body (not over one shoulder) and hold it in front of you when walking in busy areas or in tuk-tuks — bag snatching by passing motorbikes is the most common crime against tourists in Siem Reap
• Use Grab or PassApp to book tuk-tuks for transparent, pre-agreed pricing — avoids overcharging for rides and eliminates the negotiation process
• Angkor Wat at sunrise is extremely crowded — keep bags secure and be aware of your surroundings in large crowds around the main reflection pool
• Drink spiking has been reported in Pub Street bars — never leave your drink unattended and don't accept drinks from strangers; stick to sealed bottles and drinks you've watched being poured
• Never walk off established paths in jungle or rural areas outside the main Angkor complex — landmines from Cambodia's decades of civil conflict remain in some remote areas; always follow your guide's instructions and established trails
• The begging situation in Siem Reap involves many children working for adults — do not buy from child vendors (this keeps them out of school) but consider donating to reputable local NGOs instead
• Avoid accepting 'free' bracelets or flowers at temple entrances — these are followed by persistent requests for large donations; politely but firmly decline from the start
• Get comprehensive travel insurance covering medical evacuation to Bangkok — Royal Angkor Hospital is good but very serious cases require Bangkok's Bumrungrad or other Thai hospitals
• Cambodia has a risk of malaria in rural jungle areas (outside the main temple complex and tourist areas of Siem Reap) — consult a travel health clinic before visiting about antimalarial medication if planning to trek in remote areas
• Dengue fever is common throughout Cambodia — apply DEET-based repellent especially at dawn and dusk; seek medical attention immediately for high fever with joint pain after mosquito exposure
• Drink only bottled water (widely available, $0.25–0.50 per 500ml bottle) — tap water is not safe in Siem Reap; also avoid ice from unclear sources (most tourist restaurants use commercial ice bags which are safe)
• Heat exhaustion and dehydration are common risks for travelers spending long days at the Angkor temples — drink 2–3 liters of water per day, take midday breaks in shade or air conditioning, and avoid alcohol during afternoon temple visits
• Beware of counterfeit medications in Cambodia — purchase medications from established pharmacies near the main tourist area and check packaging carefully; avoid street vendors selling medicine
• Save Royal Angkor Hospital (+855 63 761 888) and the Tourist Police numbers in your phone before leaving for the temples each day
• For serious medical emergencies, Royal Angkor Hospital is equipped for initial stabilization; extremely serious cases will be transferred to Bangkok; ensure your travel insurance covers air evacuation
• In a bag snatching incident, do not chase the motorbike thief on foot or by tuk-tuk — this can escalate dangerously; report to Tourist Police and focus on canceling cards and securing passport replacements
• Keep a digital copy of your passport, Cambodia visa, travel insurance policy, and emergency contacts in cloud storage — accessible even if your phone is stolen