In brief
In the first ten months of 2026, Angkor’s international visitor numbers fell 26% to 566,714 and ticket revenue dropped 24% to $27 million. A October dip of 6.7% in arrivals was noted. Park officials say tackling online scams, easing travel barriers, and addressing safety concerns could help a rebound.
In the UNESCO‑listed Angkor Archaeological Park in Siem Reap, Cambodia, international visitors dropped 26 percent to 566,714 and ticket sales fell 24 percent to $27 million in the first ten months of 2026, a statement released by Cambodian authorities on Monday.
The decline reflected 566,714 foreign arrivals, a 26 percent year‑on‑year drop, and $27 million in revenue, down 24 percent, according to the official release.
In October, the park recorded 56,186 international arrivals, a 6.7 percent year‑on‑year drop, indicating a continuing downward trend.
Thong Mengdavid, deputy director of the China‑ASEAN Studies Center at the Cambodia University of Technology and Science, said the kingdom’s efforts to dismantle online scam networks and reduce travel barriers would encourage a rebound.
As we lower travel barriers and actively address safety concerns, Angkor's deep cultural and spiritual appeal will undoubtedly continue to draw back both first‑time and repeat global travelers.
Angkor covers 401 square kilometers in northwestern Siem Reap province and is home to 91 antiquated temples built between the ninth and thirteenth centuries.
The site’s cultural significance and its status as a UNESCO World Heritage seat have made it the anchor of Cambodia’s tourism economy.
With visitor numbers down and revenue declining, local businesses that depend on the park’s footfall have felt the impact, prompting calls for targeted marketing and improved visitor services.
Authorities believe that by addressing safety concerns and cracking down on online fraud, the park can restore confidence among travelers and see visitor numbers rise in the coming years.
Tourism remains a critical pillar for Cambodia, and the park’s performance is closely watched as an indicator of the broader industry’s health.
