10 Best Sunset Spots in Cambodia

The best sunset temple at Angkor — less crowded than Phnom Bakheng with superior views. Climb the steep brick pyramid and watch the sun set over the jungle canopy and distant temple spires. No crowd limits.

A 7km white sand beach facing directly west. The sun dips into the Gulf of Thailand, turning the sky into a canvas of fire. Grab a cocktail from a beach bar and watch from a hammock.

The Preaek Tuek Chhu river catches the sunset light while Bokor Mountain forms a dramatic silhouette backdrop. The combination of water, mountain, and colonial town creates a layered, romantic scene.

The classic Angkor sunset spot — a hilltop temple with views over the Angkor complex and Angkor Wat in the distance. Limited to 300 visitors at sunset, so arrive early.

A viewpoint at the top of Kep National Park's main trail. The panoramic view stretches over the Gulf of Thailand, Rabbit Island, and Vietnam's Phu Quoc in the distance.

Phnom Penh's famous riverside promenade comes alive at golden hour. The Tonle Sap and Mekong rivers merge here, and the sunset reflects off the Royal Palace's golden spires.

The last good mainland beach faces west for unobstructed ocean sunsets. Beach bars serve cocktails as the sky turns pink. Otres 2 is quieter than Otres 1.

At 1,000m elevation, Bokor Hill Station offers sweeping views over the entire Cambodian coast. On clear days, you can see Phu Quoc Island (Vietnam) on the horizon.

Boat tours on Southeast Asia's largest lake offer wide-open water sunsets. The sky reflects off the vast lake surface, doubling the light show. Floating village silhouettes add foreground interest.

A secluded cove on the west side of Koh Rong Sanloem, accessible only by boat. The single eco-resort faces directly into the sunset. Possibly the most peaceful sunset spot in Cambodia.