Cambodia’s Tourism Industry Sees Remarkable Growth in Early 2025

• 7 July 2025
• Local News
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The Cambodian tourism sector has reported impressive growth in the first half of 2025, with over USD 27 million generated from ticket sales to its famed attractions. The Angkor Foundation revealed that a total of 567,673 foreign tourists visited iconic sites like Angkor Wat, contributing USD 26,316,221 to the nation’s economy—a significant 8.04% increase compared to the same period last year.

In addition to ticket sales for Angkor, the Foundation reported supplementary earnings of USD 1,109,072 from other popular destinations, including Koh Ker, Beng Mealea, and Phnom Kbal Spean, as well as boat ride experiences.

The surge in tourism is being felt at the airports as well, with more than 3.4 million passengers traveling through Cambodia’s three international airports in the first six months, marking a 16% rise over the same timeframe last year, according to the Civil Aviation Authority.

His Excellency Sin Chansereyvutha, the Secretary of State and Spokesperson for Civil Aviation attributed this remarkable growth to several factors: an increase in Chinese tourists traveling abroad, sustained regional air travel demand—particularly from Thailand, Vietnam, Korea, and Japan—and the easing of travel restrictions along with the strengthening of airline operations.

Notably, June recorded a slight dip in attendance, with 40,096 foreign tourists visiting Angkor, which brought in USD 1,747,197—a decrease of 18.77% compared to June 2024.

In response to this growth, both the Cambodian government and the Angkor Foundation have rolled out strategic initiatives to enhance the experiences of international visitors. These plans are designed to promote Cambodia’s rich cultural heritage and breathtaking natural landscapes, ensuring that the kingdom remains an attractive destination for travelers worldwide. (Read more, more, and more)

As the industry continues to recover and expand, Cambodia is poised for a promising future in tourism, appealing to diverse audiences eager to explore its unique offerings.