Battambang: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Battambang is the capital of Battambang province and the third largest city in Cambodia. The city is situated on the Sangkae River, which winds its way through the province.

Battambang · CC BY-SA 4.0

Now in the cityBattambang+26°CCloudy · sunrise 06:01 AMupdated 06:33 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Places on the map3

Exchange rate៛4,107.37per 1 $KHR — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Worth a day trip

Kampong Cham≈ 3 hr 30 min Bangkok≈ 3 hr 35 min · 868 hosts

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Essential travel only to partsEssential travel only, and only to part of the country.

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New information about global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.

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Exercise increased caution in Cambodia due to crime , unrest , and unexploded ordnance . Exercise increased caution in Cambodia due to crime , unrest , and unexploded ordnance . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Review our Travel Guidance for Cambodia to learn how to prepare for a safe trip. Do Not Travel to Areas along the Cambodian and Thai border due to unrest .

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory