Angkor pass: 1-day, 3-day or 7-day?
Which Angkor pass should you buy? Here's how the 1-day, 3-day and 7-day passes work, where to buy them, what they cover and which suits your trip.
In this guide
To visit the temples of the Angkor Archaeological Park, you need an Angkor pass. There are three options: one day, three days and seven days. Choosing the right one depends on how long you're staying and how deeply you want to explore.
The three passes
- 1-day pass: valid for one day of visits.
- 3-day pass: valid for three days of visits within a longer period, so you don't have to use them consecutively.
- 7-day pass: valid for seven days of visits within an even longer period.
Prices and validity rules can change, so check the official Angkor Enterprise website before you go.
Which should you choose?
- 1-day: if you're short on time and want to see Angkor Wat, the Bayon and Ta Prohm.
- 3-day: the best choice for most visitors. It covers the small and grand circuits and outlying temples such as Banteay Srei, at a relaxed pace.
- 7-day: for enthusiasts, photographers and anyone who wants to explore lesser-known temples slowly.
The 3-day pass usually offers the best value for most travellers, as the price per day drops as the pass gets longer.
Where to buy
- The official ticket centre: outside Siem Reap on the way to the temples. Your photo is taken and printed on the pass.
- Online: through the official Angkor Enterprise website. Use only the official site and be careful of lookalike websites.
What's included
The pass covers most temples in the Angkor Archaeological Park, including Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm, Preah Khan, Banteay Srei and the Roluos group. Some sites outside the park, such as Phnom Kulen, Beng Mealea and Koh Ker, need separate tickets.
Using your pass
- Carry it at all times; it's checked at many temples.
- It's personal and non-transferable.
- Keep it dry and safe; a lost pass usually can't be replaced.
Sunset the day before
Passes bought late in the afternoon may allow entry for sunset that evening, with the validity starting the following day. Check the current rule at the ticket centre.
Tips
- Buy your pass the evening before your first visit to avoid queues in the morning.
- Opening hours vary by temple, with earlier access for sunrise at Angkor Wat and later hours for sunset spots.
- Your pass helps fund conservation and site management.