Things to See in Siem Reap

Not sure what to do in Siem Reap? Check out our blogs for Siem Reap hotel recommendation on the top attractions, local food guides, upcoming festivals and more. Whether you’re looking for inspiration on things to see in Siem Reap or want to know the latest hotel news, we’ve got you covered with our monthly blog articles. Each month we’ll cover a new topic, keeping you up to date on all things Siem Reap.  

Things to See in Siem Reap

If you had four days in Siem Reap, what would you do? In our discover Siem Reap in 72 hours blogs we present you with a complete itinerary. Or, if you’re just looking for inspiration on excursions and day-trips, read our blog featuring our top 5 favorite Siem Reap excursions.  

Things to do in Angkor

There’s more to Siem Reap then the magical temples. A not to be missed attraction in temple town is Phare, the Cambodian Circus, were locally trained circus performers do stunts, perform tricks and show you skills that are mesmerizing. Or meet Cambodia’s heroRATs at Apopo. Not everyone’s favorite pet, but these rats are trained to detect explosives and by doing so they’ve cleared a lot of Cambodian land from landmines.  

Things to know about The Aviary Hotel

Lastly, you’d want to know what to expect of the hotel you’re calling home during your Siem Reap stay, right? Our blogs also cover hotel news and information. Did you for example know that the left-over soap bars get a second life? Or that the carpets are made of waste material from international design brands? That you can sit back, relax, and smoke a cigar at The Glide Bar? Or that our eggs have an eggscellent story to tell?   If you still haven’t made up your mind about your Siem Reap holiday yet, it’s time to check our Siem Reap hotel bookings page. If that doesn’t convince you to book your stay right away, then please tell us what more we can do. Happy reading!  
Girls wearing Sirivan's collection at The Aviary Hotel

Sirivan Concept Store: Exploring the World in One Place

Sirivan Concept Store, at The Aviary Square, has become a favorite stop for both locals and tourists looking for accessories, and men and women’s apparel.
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Eric Raisina: Weaving Inspiring Tales Through Design

With his passion for fabrics and devotion to colors and textures, every piece Eric Raisina designs comes out as a unique and mesmerizing tale.
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Smateria: Function and Style with a Heart

Smateria sells vibrantly designed bags and accessories made by Cambodian artisans using upcycled materials.
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Pet friendly hotel in Siem Reap - The Aviary Hotel

The Aviary Hotel Is Now A Pet-Friendly Hotel

Sometimes, all you need to do to find beauty is look up. With Sam Veasna's wildlife tours, the birds will practically call your name.
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Chocolate Mendiants and Pralines by WAT Chocolate at The Flock Cafe in Siem Reap

WAT Chocolate Brings You Authentic Chocolate Mendiants and Pralines at The Flock Cafe

Chocolate mendiants and pralines by WAT Chocolate are treats you don’t want to miss. Come to The Flock Café and indulge your sweet tooth today.
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Three bottles of water Kefir, by GIVE Kefir

Water Kefir by GIVE Kefir Is Now Available at The Flock Café

or lovers of healthy drinks, there’s good news for you, because water kefir is now available at The Flock Café, thanks to a new partnership between GIVE Kefir and The Aviary Hotel.
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Your Workout Powers The Aviary Hotel

With climate change such a pertinent issue of today, we thought we'd do our part to bring renewable energy to The Aviary Hotel. However, we wanted to get creative in our mission to reduce our carbon footprint, which brought us to energy-generating gym equipment.Take Our Eco-Friendly Equipment for a SpinThe Aviary Hotel has a brand-new […]
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Exterior view of The Aviary Square shopping arcade in Siem Reap

Shopping at The Aviary Square: More Than Just a Stay


Despite the devastating effects of the covid-19 pandemic, we have so much gratitude for all the good things that came our way in 2020. Our recent expansion brought 18 brand-new Sambok Deluxe Plus rooms, a rooftop pool, gym and even Fumizen Restaurant…but that’s not all. We’re also now home to a shopping arcade that
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Jayav Art at The Aviary Hotel

The Aviary Is Proud to Feature Jayav Art

If you know anything about The Aviary Hotel, we want it to be this: we love to support local crafts and firmly believe they hold far more meaning than any mass-produced item. This sentiment is exactly what brought us to Jayav Art in the first place.
Jayav Art is our source for all things papier-mâché.
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Sushi at Fumizen Japanese Restaurant in Siem Reap

Fumizen Dishes to Keep an Eye Out For

Building the Hype for Fumizen’s Japanese Fare
Opening in March 2020, Fumizen is en route to becoming a part of The Aviary family. As a result, we’re sitting beside the pool drooling over thoughts of sushi and cocktails until the fateful day arrives. (Just kidding…we’ve got plenty of goodies to tide us over thanks to
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DJ Cecile Brings Curated Beats to The Aviary Hotel

At The Aviary Hotel, we believe in the power of music. It has the capacity to heal us in times of grief, ignite us in times of excitement and propel us forth with each passing day. Whatever the purpose, we go all out with our music—and we couldn’t do it without the help of DJ
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Breakfast in Siem Reap | The Aviary Hotel

Fly into Breakfast in Siem Reap

Finding a breakfast spread that’s worth the fork and knife of it is an eternal quest. As Siem Reap locals ourselves, we must say that the city has no shortage of AM dining opportunities. A little secret? Any guest of The Aviary Hotel is within a quick trot of some of the best breakfast in
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Life at The Aviary Hotel: Which Hotel Room is Right for You?

Unfortunately, staying at a hotel can be a drab experience; all the rooms mirror one another, the food is subpar and the service is anything but personal. Despite this harsh reality, we know that things don’t have to be this way. At The Aviary Hotel, we do our best to kick the standard set by
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Sip on Something Meaningful at The Aviary Hotel

Drinking Water That Makes a Difference at The Aviary Hotel
Culture shock can hit in any number of ways. One of the first things people have to become accustomed to when they visit Cambodia revolves around drinking water. Unlike many places in the world, tap water is not inherently safe to drink here. That’s where
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Meet BouBou - the cute Cat of The Aviary Hotel

Meet the Cat of The Aviary Hotel

Being a guest of The Aviary Hotel means a lot of things. For one, it means joining a welcoming environment, one where there’s a staff working diligently to meet all your needs. So too does it mean relishing in a home away from home, however far from Siem Reap you may hail from. Here’s the
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The Aviary Hotel - Top 5 Siem Reap Excursions

Our Top 5 Siem Reap Excursions

Whatever is bringing you to Siem Reap – business, leisure, or adventure – we’re glad you’re coming. At The Aviary Hotel, we want nothing more than for our guests to enjoy the place we call home. The best way to do that? Adding exciting Siem reap excursions to your itinerary.
Here are our top 5
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