Pub Street — Attraction in Siem Reap

I really like the atmospher here. The lightning and the not so noisy area like Pattaya.

There are so many tuk tuk drivers asking you for using their services.

Officially titled “Street 8”, Pub Street is the center of action as the night falls in Siem Reap. The street, starting off at the Red Piano Restaurant and ending at the Banana Leaf Restaurant, is a 100m stretch of road speckled with neon lit clubs, bars, restaurants, and vendors. Located in the heart of the city nearby to the beautiful Siem Reap river and various markets, Pub Street is where backpackers from all over the world gather and dance the night away. It can be thought of as a more tame version of Bangkok’s Khaosan Road, but just as fun nonetheless. Come nighttime, the road is blocked off to traffic, making it a relaxing and safe place to stroll, dance, and let loose. With a wide variety of culinary treats ranging from Khmer specialties to Western favorites offered in food trucks, 50 cent drought beers, and crispy insect munchies to indulge in, you can spend your entire night on this lively street and never run out of things to do.

When you are enjoying your exploration around Siem Reap, beware of a few common scams which happen throughout the city, such as the baby milk scam. Disenfranchised women living around Siem Reap are often pulled into the work of a scam artist who uses pity and empathy as a means of gaining money. If a woman with a sleeping or sick looking baby approaches you asking you to buy her baby some milk powder, it is best to say no. She will likely lead you to a mini-mart and beg for you to buy a large canister of powder, but as soon as you leave the vicinity, it’ll be promptly returned and half of the cash-back will be pocketed for profit. Elsewhere on this website, you can find more information about why it is best to not give money to beggars...

I am giving a 5 star rating as pub street is the main area of night life activities. Many restaurants and pubs and night clubs. It's identical to walking streets in Thailand like Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket. Open air night clubs all trying to out do each other with the loudest sound systems. My clubbing days are over now I'm 50 years old and even though I like loud music because the main clubs are open planned clubs sound along the street is very high volume making it almost impossible to hold a conversation even when not sitting to eat at near by restaurants which are mostly also open planned outside seating. If your young and want to dance the night away harming your hearing at the same time you will enjoy its vibe but 100% not the place to have conversation or romantic dining. Male travellers like myself and maybe female travellers also might get approached by many men offering you services or goods that I'm 100% Cambodia government do not to be promoted or offered. You can read between the lines to understand the type of goods and services that these street seller's are offering. Myself being covered in tattoos no doubt makes me a typical target I'm sure and a solo traveller too probably makes a difference. My advice is to kindly say no thank you to anything being offered to you. Keep your money safe in your pocket and stay away from the goods and services being offered by street sellers and tuk tuk drivers. Best to be...

If you're ever in Siem Reap, you have to check out Pub Street. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but it ended up being one of the liveliest and most memorable parts of my trip. During the day, it’s pretty chill—lots of cafes, restaurants, and a few souvenir shops. But once the sun goes down, the whole place transforms. Neon lights, loud music, and crowds of people from all over the world—it’s like a nonstop street party. The energy is crazy (in a good way)! There are tons of food options, from traditional Cambodian dishes to burgers, pizzas, and even street food like fried insects (yes, I tried a cricket—once was enough 😅). The drinks are super cheap too—some bars sell beer for just 50 cents. You really can’t go wrong if you’re traveling on a budget. One of the things I loved was how easy it was to meet people. Everyone’s in a good mood, and it’s got a very backpacker-friendly vibe. Some bars have live music or DJs, others just blast party tunes. I danced, people-watched, and honestly just soaked it all in. That said, it’s not the most “authentic” Cambodian experience—it’s definitely catered to tourists. And if you're not into loud, crowded places, it might not be your scene. Overall, I had a blast. Pub Street is wild, fun, and a great way to spend a night or two in Siem Reap. Just don’t go expecting peace...