Open Book

Phnom Penh


Run by an NGO, this is essentially a library where you can drop in to read a variety of books in French or English. It also has a fair selection of Cambodia-themed children's books for sale.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Phnom Penh attractions

1. Wat Botum

0.15 MILES

This Buddhist temple with saffron-coloured robes flapping in the wind is particularly photogenic. It's located opposite Wat Botum Park.

2. Shrine of King Norodom Suramarit

0.21 MILES

This is the shrine of King Norodom Suramarit, the father of King Sihanouk who reigned from 1955 to 1960 following his son's abdication from the throne.

4. Bell Tower

0.21 MILES

The bell of this tower is rung to order the gates of the Royal Palace compound to be opened or closed.

5. Shrine of Princess Kantha Bopha

0.22 MILES

This shrine is dedicated to Kantha Bopha, one of former King Father Sihanouk’s daughters, who died of leukemia when she was just four years old. There are…

7. North Gate

0.23 MILES

North gate of the Royal Palace compound.

8. Silver Pagoda

0.24 MILES

Within the Royal Palace compound is this extravagant temple, also known as Wat Preah Keo or Temple of the Emerald Buddha. The Silver Pagoda is so named…