SHOPPING

Most of the stores and shops are considered "boutique" in Siem Reap in the sense that there are no real mega malls and international brands. For that reason, there are some great shopping opportunities in Siem Reap, especially for handicrafts - everywhere in the Old Market area and Old French Quarter. I especially like all the vendors and stalls at every temple in the Angkor Conservation area.

Phsar Chas Market
Notes: The "Old Market," the Phsar Chas Market is Siem Reap's big market with the customary vendors and stalls selling everything from fruits and vegetables to handicraft items and souveniers. You can also enjoy local dishes at the food stalls. It's located between 2 Thnou Street and and Street 11.
Phone: 012 826 386 / 011 802 009

Lucky Mall
Notes: Your big, three story mall with lots of shops and even a super market (Lucky Supermarket) at the bottom.
Location: Sivatha Blvd, Siem Reap

New Open Shop
New store as of 2007 opened.
Location: Sivatha Blvd, Old French Quarter, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Phone: 011 802 009, 012 826 388

CONVENIENCE STORES

There are plenty of convenience stores, more modern and rustically (is this a word?) local, in Siem Reap on National Road 6, Old Market area and Old French Quarter. Typical bottle of water costs 15 cents. Ask for US dollars back. Small change is, however, in Cambodian Riels. There are modern convenience stores such as the ones listed below but if you're just looking for bottles of water, try to give your business to the more, local, open-air stores, as the these locals need the business more. Have your driver swing by one of them on National Road 6. Below are a couple of the big, modern convenience stores I visited.

Angkor Market
Notes: Angkor Market is located on Sivatha St and was the largest convenience I went to in Siem Reap. It's also wheelchair accessible. I stocked up on water and goodies immediately here. Plus, I got smaller change for the larger bills I had, which is an essential thing to do in Siem Reap.
Location: Sivatha Blvd

Max Mart Market
Notes: Max Mart Market is located near the Old French Quarter / Old Market and is one of the more modern convenience stores with plenty of options.
Location: 012 Sivatha St, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Ph: 092 917 491