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Things to do in Siem Reap in November 2026
By ValidaTrip Research · Updated May 20, 2026
Quick answer: Siem Reap in November 2026 usually runs near 30C by day, 23C at night, with about 7 rainy days.
Dated picks to verify first include Angkor Photo Festival and Siem Reap International Music Festival.
Check the dated events and venue hours below before assigning fixed dates.
Events, festivals, and public holidays for Siem Reap, Cambodia, in November 2026.
The point is making sure the places you already want to see are actually open on the days you'll be there.
Planning a Siem Reap trip in November?
Paste the recommendations you've collected — from friends, a ChatGPT itinerary, or blog listicles. ValidaTrip checks every place against your November dates: opening hours, closures, what needs booking ahead, and which Siem Reap events overlap your trip.
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Month context
Siem Reap in November: weather, seasonal timing, and what changes.
Siem Reap weather in November
High
30.1°C
Low
23.3°C
Rain
7d
68mm
11.4h daylight
What to prioritize in November
Prioritize APOPO Visitor Center, Old Market and Pub Street, Artisans Angkor, Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and Bayon. Festival timing to check: Angkor Photography Festival: Photography for Change, The Water Festival.
What's month-specific in November
Angkor Photography Festival: Photography for Change
Annual festival that showcases outdoor projections and various exhibitions around Siem Reap of regional and international photographers. The festival is held during the last week of November every year, consisting of 7 evenings of outdoor projections and more than 10 gallery exhibitions across various venues in.
The Water Festival
This vast festival is probably the most extravagant festival in the calendar. Over three days starting with the last full moon day in October or the beginning of November up to a million people from all walks of life from all over the country flock to.
Dates to check
Events, festivals, and closures in Siem Reap.
Events & festivals in Siem Reap, November 2026
Dates and ticketing change constantly — treat this as a starting point and confirm anything you'd build a day around.
- Nov 1 – Nov 30
Angkor Photo Festival
An annual month-long photography festival showcasing contemporary photography from Cambodia and Southeast Asia, featuring exhibitions, workshops, and talks. — Most exhibitions are free; workshops may require advance booking.
via GPT Festivals
- Nov 15 – Nov 20
Siem Reap International Music Festival
A multi-day music festival featuring local and international artists performing a variety of genres in venues around Siem Reap. — Tickets available online and at venue; early booking recommended.
via GPT Festivals
Public holidays & closures in November 2026
No national public holidays fall in Cambodia during November 2026. Individual venues still keep their own closed days — ValidaTrip checks each place on your list against the exact dates you're there.
City context
What Siem Reap is known for before you choose what to prioritize.
Known for
City context
Siem Reap is the Cambodian base for Angkor Archaeological Park, with the Siem Reap River, Old Market, Pub Street, Wat Bo, and Kandal Village forming the city map after temple hours. The city itself adds Khmer performance, Angkor National Museum, craft workshops, and Tonle Sap village access, so a good route alternates Angkor mornings with Old Market, Wat Bo, and river evenings.
Food & drink
Local flavor
Siem Reap food includes fish amok, beef lok lak, kuy teav, num banh chok, Khmer curry, bai sach chrouk, palm-sugar sweets, and green mango salad. Old Market stalls, Wat Bo Road restaurants, Pub Street kitchens, Road 60 vendors, and Sombai workshops give the first food route.
Things to do
Attractions and sights to consider in Siem Reap.
Things to do in Siem Reap
Map of top sights in Siem Reap
- 1APOPO Visitor Center
- 2Old Market and Pub Street
- 3Artisans Angkor
- 4Angkor Wat
- 5Angkor Thom and Bayon
- 6Ta Prohm
- 1
APOPO Visitor Center
4.9★ · 1,950outdoorOpen dailyThe center explains the mine-detection rats used in Cambodian demining work, with demonstrations and context for the landmine problem around the country.
- 2
Old Market and Pub Street
4.4★ · 7,061outdoorOpen dailyPsar Chaa sells fruit, spices, souvenirs, and food stalls beside Pub Street bars and restaurants. It is the easiest evening anchor in central Siem Reap.
- 3
Artisans Angkor
4.4★ · 2,867outdoorOpen dailyThe craft workshop teaches stone carving, lacquerware, silk painting, and woodwork in a town where temple tourism supports many craft businesses.
Wikipedia
Show 7 more sights
- 4Angkor Wat
- 5Angkor Thom and Bayon
- 6Ta Prohm
- 7Phare, The Cambodian Circus
- 8Wat Bo
- 9Angkor National Museum
- 10War Museum Cambodia
Areas and routes
Neighborhoods, day trips, and getting around Siem Reap.
Siem Reap neighborhoods
Each district has its own character — knowing which one you're in changes what's realistic to fit in a day.
Old Market and Pub Street
This is the busiest visitor core, with Psar Chaa, Pub Street, night-market lanes, bars, souvenir stalls, and tuk-tuk queues beside the river.
Wat Bo Village
Wat Bo is calmer and restaurant-heavy, with the pagoda, small hotels, cafes, guesthouses, and local streets east of the Siem Reap River.
Kandal Village
Kandal Village is compact and design-minded, with coffee shops, boutiques, Common Grounds, galleries, and walkable lanes north of the Old Market.
Taphul Road
Taphul Road is practical and guesthouse-oriented, with budget hotels, laundries, travel desks, small restaurants, and easy airport-road access.
Sok San Road
Sok San Road runs west from the Old Market area, mixing hostels, massage shops, bars, street food, and late-night movement.
Charles de Gaulle and Royal Gardens
The Angkor approach road has larger hotels, Angkor National Museum, Royal Gardens, and a quieter route toward the temple checkpoints.
Day trips from Siem Reap
Doable as a long day or comfortable as an overnight — each one is a destination on its own.
37km / 50-60min by tuk-tuk or car from Old Market
Banteay Srei
The pink-sandstone temple has unusually detailed carvings and works best as a morning extension from the Angkor pass route.
30km / 45min by car plus boat from central Siem Reap
Kampong Phluk and Tonle Sap
The stilt village and flooded forest show Tonle Sap seasonal water levels, with the most dramatic lake scenery during high water.
50km / 1.5-2h by car from Siem Reap
Phnom Kulen
The mountain has waterfalls, riverbed carvings, temples, and picnic areas tied to Khmer history outside the main Angkor complex.
Getting around
Tuk-tuks, remorks, taxis, bicycles, and hotel cars handle most movement, with temple circuits usually priced by small loop, grand loop, or day rate. Buy the Angkor pass before temple touring and group Old Market-Wat Bo-Kandal Village on foot after dark.
How to plan Siem Reap in November
- 1
Anchor the month
Check the 2 dated Siem Reap events for anything that overlaps your exact November dates before assigning fixed sightseeing days.
- 2
Protect closure days
Confirm weekly closed days for museums, markets, and major sights even though Cambodia has no national public holidays in November.
- 3
Group and validate
Group each Siem Reap day by nearby neighborhoods, then validate the saved places against your trip dates before exporting the checked route to Google Maps.
What to pack for Siem Reap in November
Pack from the monthly climate profile, not a generic Siem Reap checklist.
- Light, breathable daytime clothes for average highs around 30C.
- Breathable evening clothes because nights stay near 23C.
- A small umbrella or packable shell for scattered rain across about 7 days.
How many days do you need in Siem Reap
4 days covers the main Siem Reap highlights at a realistic pace. Add 3 extra days if you want the listed day trips.
Is Siem Reap worth visiting in November
Yes. Siem Reap in November: 30.1°C high, 23.3°C low, 68mm rain over 7 days, 11.4h daylight. Hot and dry — outdoor friendly, hydrate.
Validate your list
Turn this into a Siem Reap plan that actually works
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Questions
- What's on in Siem Reap in November 2026?
- Around 2 notable events and festivals fall in November 2026, including Angkor Photo Festival, Siem Reap International Music Festival. Dates and times change — confirm each before you build your day around it.
- Are there public holidays in Siem Reap during November 2026?
- No national public holidays fall in Siem Reap during November 2026, but individual venues still have their own closed days.
- Will the places on my list be open when I'm in Siem Reap in November?
- Not always. Opening days and hours vary by weekday, season, and holiday. Paste your Siem Reap list into ValidaTrip and it checks every place against the exact dates you're there, flagging closures before the trip instead of at a locked door.
- How do I plan Siem Reap days without crossing the city twice?
- ValidaTrip groups your places by neighborhood so each day stays in one or two areas instead of zig-zagging. It also flags what needs booking ahead, so timed tickets and reservations don't fall through.