Updated in November 2026, this Ta Prohm guide covers ticket prices, opening hours, parking, transport, accessibility and what to see.
Ta Prohm is a late 12th-century Buddhist temple in the Angkor Archaeological Park, near Siem Reap, Cambodia, where tree roots grow over the stonework. Angkor Pass prices are $37, $62 and $72, and the three-day pass must be used within seven days, not the ten days stated in some guides.
Quick facts about Ta Prohm
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | 7:30am to 5:30pm daily |
| Ticket prices | Angkor Pass: 1 day $37, 3 days $62, 7 days $72. Children under 12 free. |
| Address | Ta Prohm, Angkor Archaeological Park, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia (about 1 km east of Angkor Thom) |
| Nearest public transport or parking | Car and tuk-tuk park beside the temple. No scheduled public transport. |
| Typical time needed | About 1 to 1.5 hours |
Ta Prohm opening hours
Ta Prohm is open daily from 7:30am to 5:30pm.
| Days | Opening hours (all year) |
|---|---|
| Every day | 7:30am to 5:30pm |
The year-round hours are the same in every season. Ta Prohm opens later than Angkor Wat, so it is not a sunrise site.
Ta Prohm ticket prices
Entry to Ta Prohm is included in the Angkor Pass, which costs $37 for one day, $62 for three days or $72 for seven days.
| Pass | Price | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| 1-day Angkor Pass | $37 | The date on the ticket |
| 3-day Angkor Pass | $62 | Any 3 days within 7 days |
| 7-day Angkor Pass | $72 | Any 7 days within 30 days |
Opening hours and ticket prices were checked on the official website and last updated in November 2026.
Children under 12 enter free. Tickets are not sold at Ta Prohm itself, so buy the pass before you arrive, at the Angkor ticket office, at the self-service kiosks at Angkor Wat or online. Staff check passes at the entrance.
City passes: Ta Prohm is not part of any city pass scheme. The Angkor Pass also covers Angkor Wat, Bayon and Preah Khan.
How to get to Ta Prohm
Ta Prohm is about 1 km east of Angkor Thom, and it is a 20 to 30 minute tuk-tuk ride from central Siem Reap.
- By tuk-tuk: This is the most common option. Agree the price with the driver before you set off, and ask them to wait.
- By private car or taxi: A car is more comfortable in the heat and suits the hot season.
- By guided tour: Many Siem Reap tours include Ta Prohm on the Small Circuit.
- By bicycle: The temple can be reached by bicycle from Siem Reap, but the ride is hot in the middle of the day.
The Small Circuit visits Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Keo, Ta Prohm, Banteay Kdei and Srah Srang in that order. There is no scheduled public transport to the temple.
Parking at Ta Prohm
Parking at Ta Prohm is in the car park by the temple, where tuk-tuks, cars and tour buses stop.
Drivers usually wait while visitors explore, and many collect them from the western car park. Agree a meeting point with your driver before you go in.
How long to spend at Ta Prohm
Most visitors need about 1 to 1.5 hours at Ta Prohm to follow the walkways and see the main courtyards.
| Activity | Length |
|---|---|
| Standard visit along the marked route | About 1 hour |
| Visit with extra time for photographs | About 1.5 hours |
Allow extra time for the shaded western and southern walks.
Accessibility at Ta Prohm
Ta Prohm has uneven ground, with wooden walkways, stone masonry and collapsed corridors, so it is hard to visit on wheels.
Sturdy shoes with good grip are advisable, and the paths can be muddy and slippery in the wet season. Some areas have restoration cranes and scaffolding. Ask your driver or guide about access before you go if you use a wheelchair or have limited mobility.
What to see at Ta Prohm
The tree roots are the main attraction. Large spong trees, known to the French as fromagers, grow over the walls and towers.
The galleries and gateways include concentric galleries with corner towers and gopuras, which are gateway towers. The carved pediments show many Buddhist images.
The Hall of Dancers has carvings of apsara dancers. It can be viewed only when it is open, so access may vary.
The tree in the fourth-enclosure gateway is kept behind a barrier, and visitors follow wooden walkways marked with arrows.
The film location is well known. Scenes from the 2001 film Lara Croft: Tomb Raider were shot here.
The history goes back to King Jayavarman VII, who dedicated the temple in 1186. It was originally called Rajavihara, meaning royal monastery, and he dedicated it to his mother.
Practical visitor tips
| Tip category | Advice |
|---|---|
| Timing | Arrive soon after 7:30am, before the tour buses, for the quietest visit. The dry season from November to February is the busiest period. |
| Crowds | The first hour after opening is noticeably quieter than mid-morning. |
| Layout | Visitors follow a marked route on wooden walkways, with arrows showing the way of visit. |
| Entry process | Bring your Angkor Pass, because tickets are checked at the entrance and are not sold at the temple. |
| On-site logistics | Cover your shoulders and knees, wear sturdy shoes and bring water, because April and May are very hot. |
Frequently asked questions about Ta Prohm
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is Ta Prohm suitable for children? | Yes. Children under 12 enter free, but the ground is uneven and some corridors have collapsed. |
| Do you need to book tickets in advance for Ta Prohm? | No. You need an Angkor Pass, which can be bought online, at the ticket office or at the kiosks at Angkor Wat, but not at the temple. |
| Is Ta Prohm open on Sundays? | Yes. The temple is open every day from 7:30am to 5:30pm. |
| Is Ta Prohm included in the Angkor Pass? | Yes. The Angkor Pass covers Ta Prohm along with Angkor Wat, Bayon and Preah Khan. |
| How long do you need at Ta Prohm? | About 1 to 1.5 hours. |
Things to do near Ta Prohm
- Ta Keo: A stepped sandstone pyramid with five towers, close to Ta Prohm on the Small Circuit.
- Banteay Kdei: A temple with a maze of chambers, next to Srah Srang.
- Srah Srang: A large reservoir with a stone platform, popular at sunrise and sunset.
- Angkor Thom: The walled ancient city with four gates, just west of Ta Prohm.
- Prasat Kravan: A 10th-century temple with unusual bas-reliefs.
Alternative attractions to Ta Prohm
Other Angkor temples are within a short drive of Siem Reap, and some are a longer day trip.
- Angkor Wat: The best-known temple in the Angkor Archaeological Park.
- Bayon: A temple in Angkor Thom with giant carved faces on its towers.
- Preah Khan: A large temple in the Angkor Archaeological Park.
- Banteay Srei: A small 10th-century temple of pink sandstone to the north-east of Angkor.
- Beng Mealea: A largely unrestored temple overgrown with trees, reached by road from Siem Reap.
