Plan your visit
Planning Your Visit
Neak Pean is 45 minutes from Siem Reap. Prepare for a hot, unshaded walk across the reservoir boardwalk.
Neak Pean
Grand Circuit, Angkor Archaeological Park, Siem Reap
GPS 13.46306, 103.89444
Open directionsGetting there
Getting to the temple
| How | Time | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tour: Hire a tuk-tuk driver from Siem Reap for the 'Grand Circuit' tour, which naturally includes Neak Pean. | 45 minutes from Siem Reap | $19 - $25 for the day | The most popular way to explore the Grand Circuit. Prices cover the driver for the whole day. Ensure cold water is included. |
| Car: Book a private air-conditioned taxi or car for the day to cover the Grand Circuit temples. | 40 minutes from Siem Reap | $30 - $40 for the day | Ideal for escaping the intense midday heat and humidity between temple stops. |
When to go
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Visit during the wet season from June to November. The reservoir fills with water, creating beautiful reflections. The site looks dry and different in the hot season.
What to bring
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Wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees.
Guards enforce a strict dress code at all Angkor temples.
How the day runs
Suggested routes
A standard route covering the outer ring of major temples.
- Depart Siem Reap
Your driver picks you up from your hotel.
- Preah Khan
Explore this massive, flat temple complex first.
- Neak Pean
Walk the wooden boardwalk to the island hospital.
- Lunch
Eat near the temple grounds or head toward Ta Som.
- Ta Som & Pre Rup
Finish the circuit before returning to the city.
A quick trip focusing on Preah Khan and Neak Pean.
- Pickup
Meet your private guide and driver.
- Preah Khan
Spend an hour in the jungle corridors.
- Neak Pean
Cross the baray and view the stone gargoyles.
- Return
Head back to Siem Reap before the midday heat.
Practical advice
Bring an umbrella and wide-brimmed hat. The The Wooden Walkway has absolutely no shade. Wear high SPF sunscreen and carry a reusable water bottle.
Wear comfortable walking shoes with good grip. The wooden causeway and dirt paths can be uneven. Apply insect repellent to protect against bugs from the surrounding marsh.
Easiest way to do it
Banteay Srei and Grand Circuit Heritage Tour from Siem Reap
8 h 5.0 (166)
- Stay refreshed with complimentary bottled water and a cool towel
- Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Enjoy convenient hotel pickup and drop-off services
- Experienced English Speaking Tour Guide
From$24per person
Cancellation terms differ by platform and listing. Check them before you pay.
Planning questions
How much time is needed to visit Neak Pean?
Plan for 30 to 45 minutes. It takes 10 minutes each way to walk the boardwalk. You will spend 15 minutes viewing the central sanctuary.
Is Neak Pean on the small or grand circuit?
Neak Pean is part of the Grand Circuit Tours. Drivers usually combine it with Preah Khan, Ta Som, and Pre Rup.
Are there toilets at Neak Pean?
There are no public toilets on the temple island itself. Use facilities near the car park before crossing the boardwalk.