Siem reap: Home to Cambodia’s iconic Angkor temples, Siem Reap has been named one of the Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best Destinations in 2025 by Tripadvisor, the world-renowned travel platform. The city earned the 14th spot among the Top 25 global destinations, recognized for its cultural richness and historical wonders.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best title celebrates the highest level of excellence in travel. It’s awarded to those who receive a high volume of above-and-beyond reviews and opinions from the Tripadvisor community over a 12-month period. Out of Tripadvisor’s 8 million listings, fewer than 1 percent achieve this milestone.
The city is known for its ancient structures contained within one of the largest religious complexes in the world. The 12th-century Angkor Thom royal city is considered one of the main attractions. Visitors can also explore the Cambodian Cultural Village for a lesson in national history and the Angkor Night Market, which features a variety of shopping stalls, food vendors, and bars.
Globally, London of the United Kingdom topped the list, followed by Bali of Indonesia, and Dubai of the United Arab Emirates. In Asia, Siem Reap occupies the 5th spot, and Phnom Penh, the heart of Cambodia, came in 18th on the same list.