With market life forming an integral part of Cambodians’ daily living, there’s no shortage of markets throughout the country, or Phnom Penh. However, most tourists visiting the capital tend to head straight for Russian and Central markets.
While still used by locals, mostly for groceries, household items and vehicle repairs, these markets are today geared towards tourists. That means you’ll find inflated prices, while losing out on the real market experience – absolute chaos.
Instead, head to Boeung Keng Kang Market between Street 380 and 392. Inside, you’ll find all the same goods you can at Russian and Central markets, but at a fraction of the cost. Think food, homeware, beauty parlours, fortune tellers, clothes, shoes, accessories, electrical goods, art and everything else.
In fact, this market is proving popular among Cambodian youth looking to snap up affordable fashion, and is full of stalls selling vintage gear. If you want to get in the midst of real market chaos, then head there early in the morning when locals are out buying up the freshest fruit and veg and best cuts of meat for the day ahead.
