Angkor is not one temple. It is a landscape of temples, former capitals, reservoirs and forest around Siem Reap, and it rewards a plan. This page helps you choose the right pass, shape a route, decide between sunrise and sunset, and find the guide for each temple.
Prices, validity and hours are set by Angkor Enterprise and the APSARA National Authority and can change. Everything on this page about passes was checked against the official Angkor Enterprise site on 15 October 2026. Individual temples can close earlier than the pass window, so check on the day.
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Which Angkor Pass fits your trip?
There are three Angkor Passes: 1 day, 3 days and 7 days. There is no 2-day pass. Choose by the number of mornings you want in the park, then add the separate passes for sites outside it.
Find your pass
This picker uses the official prices checked on 15 October 2026. Prices and rules can change, and we make no promise that they are current. Confirm them on the official site before you buy.
| Pass | Price | Valid for | Photo needed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angkor 1 day | US$37 | 1 day | No |
| Angkor 3 days | US$62 | Any 3 days within 7 days of issue | Yes |
| Angkor 7 days | US$72 | Any 7 days within 30 days of issue | Yes |
| Koh Ker | US$15 | 1 day | Not stated |
| Beng Mealea | US$10 | 1 day | Not stated |
| Kbal Spean | US$5 | 1 day | Not stated |
Prices and validity last checked: 15 October 2026 on the official Angkor Enterprise ticket page and its FAQ. Prices are for foreign visitors.
Buy it safely
Use the official channelsAngkor Enterprise lists its website, mobile app, self-service kiosks, ticket counter and your tour guide as the ways to buy. Passes are personal, so avoid resellers and lookalike websites.
Bring a photo for 3-day and 7-day passesThe official FAQ says a photo is needed for these. The 1-day pass needs none.
Sunset the evening beforeThe official FAQ says that if you buy a 1-day ticket for tomorrow after 4:45 pm, you can enter the park that same evening for sunset and still use the ticket for the full next day.
If you lose your ticketContact Angkor Enterprise customer support as soon as possible with your proof of purchase. They may be able to re-issue or verify it.
Children under 12They do not need a ticket but may be asked for a passport as proof of age. They cannot climb the upper tower of Angkor Wat, which is for visitors aged 12 and over.
Choose a route
The park covers roughly 400 square kilometres, so a coherent route beats a long list. These are starting points. Your driver or guide can adjust the order for heat, crowds and your energy. The first-time guide to Angkor gives more on pacing, and three days in Siem Reap fits the temples around the rest of town.
The small circuit
Angkor Wat, then Angkor Thom and the Bayon, then Ta Prohm. Start early, rest through midday and do not add distant temples.
The grand circuit
A longer loop east and north of Angkor Thom through quieter temples, usually Preah Khan, Neak Pean, Ta Som, East Mebon and Pre Rup. Ask your driver for the order that suits the light.
Countryside and water
Banteay Srei, about 25 km north-east of the main group, with Kbal Spean (separate US$5 pass). Beng Mealea is a longer journey with its own pass.
Separate journeys
Koh Ker, Preah Vihear and Sambor Prei Kuk are distinct trips, not add-ons to a full Angkor day.
A 3-day pass lets you choose any three days within 7 days, so you can rest between visits. A 7-day pass allows seven days within 30 days.
Sunrise or sunset?
Sunrise at Angkor Wat is beautiful and crowded, and the temple is just as impressive later in the morning or afternoon. The Angkor Wat guide explains the light at each time of day. For sunset, Phnom Bakheng is a popular hilltop, but visitor numbers on the summit have been limited, so expect a queue. Pre Rup is a commonly used alternative. Because rules and hours change, ask your driver or check on the day.
Dress, conduct and safety
Cover shoulders and kneesThe temples are active religious sites. The rule is checked most strictly at the stairs up to the Angkor Wat sanctuary.
Follow the visitor codeThe APSARA National Authority asks visitors to dress appropriately, respect monks and worshippers, avoid touching or climbing structures and take litter away. See temple etiquette and the APSARA visitor information.
Heat and stairsCarry water, wear shoes with grip and plan a midday break. You can experience Angkor without climbing every upper level.
ScootersThe official FAQ says it is possible to rent and drive a scooter to visit the temples. Check your licence, insurance and the traffic before you decide.
Getting around
Most visitors hire a tuk-tuk or car with a driver for the day. Agree the route, start time, midday break and price before you leave. A driver is not a guide: a licensed Cambodian guide adds history and the ability to read the carvings. The Angkor Wat guide has indicative prices and options.
All our Angkor guides
The icon
Angkor Wat
Tickets, hours, dress code and a route through the galleries.
Former capital
Angkor Thom and the Bayon
Gates, faces and terraces.
Forest temple
Ta Prohm
History, hours and how to visit well.
The pink temple
Banteay Srei
Fine carving in the countryside.
Planning
First-time guide to Angkor
Routes for one, two and three days.
Further out
Koh Ker
A remote former capital with its own pass.
Understanding
Temple architecture explained
How to read what you are seeing.
The base town
Siem Reap
Where to stay, eat and what else to see.
Frequently asked questions
Which Angkor Pass should I buy?
Match it to the number of mornings you want in the park: the 1-day pass for the small circuit, the 3-day pass for two or three days, and the 7-day pass for a slow, wide visit. The picker above does the sum.
Is there a 2-day pass?
No. The official passes are for 1, 3 and 7 days. A 3-day pass covers a 2-day trip.
Does the 3-day pass have to be used on consecutive days?
No. It can be used on any three days within 7 days of issue.
Do I need a photo?
For 3-day and 7-day passes, yes. The 1-day pass needs no photo.
Do children need an Angkor Pass?
Children under 12 do not need a ticket, but they may be asked for a passport as proof of age.
Where can I buy the pass?
From Angkor Enterprise, through its website, mobile app, self-service kiosks or ticket counter, or through your tour guide. Avoid unofficial sellers.
Are Koh Ker, Beng Mealea and Kbal Spean included?
No. On the official site they are separate passes: Koh Ker US$15, Beng Mealea US$10 and Kbal Spean US$5.
Can I enter for sunset the day before my pass starts?
The official FAQ says yes for a 1-day ticket bought for the next day after 4:45 pm: you can enter that evening and still use the ticket for the full next day.
Official references: Angkor Enterprise: available tickets, Angkor Enterprise FAQs and APSARA National Authority visitor information. Checked on 15 October 2026. Route suggestions and tuk-tuk prices are general guidance, not official advice.