Angkor Wat Official Website — Tickets, Information & Online Resources
There is no single official “Angkor Wat website” — the relevant official online resources are managed by two separate bodies. Ticket purchase is handled by Angkor Enterprise at ticket.angkorenterprise.gov.kh. Conservation, park management, and visitor information are handled by APSARA Authority at apsara.gov.kh. For tour booking, the most reliable options are verified international booking platforms. This guide consolidates all official links and explains what each resource covers.
When visitors search for the “Angkor Wat official website,” they are usually looking for one of three things: a place to buy tickets, a source of accurate visitor information, or a way to book a guided tour. Each of these involves a different official body or platform. This guide clarifies what each resource covers and where to find exactly what you need.
The Official Ticket Website — Angkor Enterprise
The official Angkor Pass ticketing website is ticket.angkorenterprise.gov.kh — the only platform authorised to sell genuine Angkor Passes online. No third-party travel platform, hotel, or tour operator sells genuine Angkor Passes directly. The site allows you to purchase 1-Day ($37), 3-Day ($62), or 7-Day ($72) passes by uploading your photograph and paying by credit or debit card. Your pass is issued as a QR code by email.
Angkor Enterprise is the Cambodian government company that manages ticket sales for the Angkor Archaeological Park. It was established in 2000 to replace the previous system of private foreign management and has operated the ticketing system ever since.
What you can do on ticket.angkorenterprise.gov.kh:
- Purchase 1-Day, 3-Day, or 7-Day Angkor Passes online
- Upload your passport photograph for the pass
- Select your intended first visit date (to start the validity window)
- Pay by Visa or Mastercard
- Receive your pass as a digital QR code by email
- Check the current ticket prices
What the site does not cover:
- Tour bookings (guided tours, tuk-tuks, private drivers)
- Hotel or accommodation booking
- General visitor information or temple maps
- Restoration news or archaeological updates
Important: The official ticketing site URL is ticket.angkorenterprise.gov.kh. Any website with a similar name that is not this exact address is not an official ticket source. There have been cases of third-party sites charging a markup above the official price while claiming to be the official source. Purchase only from the official URL.
For a full step-by-step guide to online ticket purchase, see our how to buy tickets guide.
The Official Park Management Authority — APSARA
APSARA Authority (Authority for the Protection and Management of Angkor and the Region of Siem Reap) is the Cambodian government body responsible for the conservation, research, and management of the Angkor Archaeological Park. It operates independently of Angkor Enterprise (which handles tickets) and has a broader mandate covering archaeology, urban planning in the Siem Reap region, and tourism management.
Official website: apsara.gov.kh
What APSARA Authority covers:
- Conservation and restoration news from the archaeological park
- Research publications on Khmer history and temple archaeology
- Regulations governing visitor behaviour, photography, and commercial activity within the park
- Information on current closures or restricted areas within specific temples
- The official rules on drone permits (required for any commercial aerial photography)
What APSARA Authority does not handle:
- Ticket sales (managed by Angkor Enterprise)
- Tour bookings
- Hotel recommendations
For visitors, the APSARA website is most useful for checking whether any specific temples or sections are temporarily closed for restoration work — closures that affect sections of Ta Prohm, Preah Khan, or other temples occur periodically and are announced through official channels.
Official Ticket Office Location
For visitors who prefer to purchase tickets in person:
Angkor Ticket Office
Apsara Road, Siem Reap
Open: 4:30 AM – 5:30 PM, daily
GPS: Available on Google Maps as “Angkor Ticket Office” or “Angkor Enterprise Ticket Centre”
The office has 48 counters and can process large volumes of visitors efficiently outside of peak season. During peak months (December–January), queues before sunrise can reach 20–30 minutes — the primary reason online purchase or afternoon pre-purchase is recommended for sunrise visitors.
Self-service kiosks: Available at Heritage Walk Mall in Siem Reap during mall operating hours. Same process as online purchase — enter your details, upload a photograph, pay by card.
Booking Guided Tours — Official vs Third-Party
Guided tours to Angkor Wat are not sold through any official government website. Tours are booked through:
Reputable international booking platforms — the largest international tour booking platforms operating in Siem Reap vet operators, handle refunds and cancellations, and provide a layer of consumer protection that independent booking does not. The tours listed on this site use affiliate links to these verified platforms.
Directly through Siem Reap tour operators — many reputable operators can be booked by email or through their own websites. If booking directly, look for operators who are members of the Cambodia Tourism Federation or who hold APSARA-licensed guides.
Through your hotel or guesthouse — most accommodation in Siem Reap can arrange tuk-tuks and guided tours. Quality varies widely; ask to see guide credentials before committing.
For help choosing the right tour type, see:
Scam Warning — Unofficial Ticket Sellers
A clear and persistent scam targets visitors on the road from Siem Reap to Angkor Wat: unofficial “ticket offices” set up to look like official entry points, staffed by people claiming to sell Angkor Passes at or slightly below the official price.
How to avoid it:
- The only legitimate ticket purchase points are the official Angkor Ticket Office on Apsara Road, the online site ticket.angkorenterprise.gov.kh, and Heritage Walk Mall kiosks
- No legitimate seller operates from a roadside stall between Siem Reap and the temples
- If someone flags down your tuk-tuk and directs you to a “ticket office” that is not the one on Apsara Road, do not stop — continue to the official office
- The official ticket office is clearly signed and purpose-built — it does not look like a temporary stall
Key Official Contacts and Links
| Resource | URL / Contact |
|---|---|
| Official ticket purchase | ticket.angkorenterprise.gov.kh |
| APSARA Authority (park management) | apsara.gov.kh |
| Angkor Enterprise (ticket office) | Apsara Road, Siem Reap |
| Cambodia Tourism Ministry | tourismcambodia.org |
| Siem Reap Provincial Tourism | Available through tourismcambodia.org |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the official Angkor Wat website?
There is no single official “Angkor Wat website.” Ticket sales are handled at ticket.angkorenterprise.gov.kh (Angkor Enterprise). Park management and conservation information is at apsara.gov.kh (APSARA Authority).
Can I buy Angkor Wat tickets online?
Yes — at the official Angkor Enterprise site ticket.angkorenterprise.gov.kh. Upload your photograph, choose your pass type, pay by Visa or Mastercard, and receive your pass as a QR code by email. This is the only legitimate online purchase channel.
Are Angkor Wat tickets available on Booking.com, Expedia, or similar platforms?
No. Angkor Passes are not sold through general travel booking platforms. Only ticket.angkorenterprise.gov.kh sells legitimate online Angkor Passes. Some tour bundling platforms sell guided tours that may include the pass — but the pass itself is sourced from Angkor Enterprise.
Is the Angkor Wat ticketing website safe to use?
Yes. ticket.angkorenterprise.gov.kh is the official Cambodian government ticketing platform and is a secure, legitimate payment site. Use the exact URL — do not use search results that may lead to impersonator sites.
How do I find out if a temple at Angkor is currently closed for restoration?
Check apsara.gov.kh for official closure announcements, or contact the Angkor Ticket Office directly. Closures are also often reported on Siem Reap travel forums and by guesthouses in the city.
Is there an official Angkor Wat app?
No official APSARA or Angkor Enterprise app currently exists for general visitors. Several third-party apps offer Angkor Wat audio guides and maps — quality varies. A good licensed guide is more reliable than any app for temple interpretation.
