Banteay Srei at a glance
Banteay Srei is a Shiva temple from around 967, in the 10th century. It is built of pink sandstone and laterite and is known for its deeply carved lintels and pediments. The nickname Pink Temple is a visitor's name for the color of the stone. It is not a separate protected zone.
The temple was founded by a royal guru, not by a king. It is small, with concentric enclosures, so most visitors need less time here than at the big temples. It is also further out than the main circuits, so it is usually a half-day trip or part of a longer day with Angkor Wat tours.
Banteay Srei is part of the Angkor Pass, and there is no cheaper single-temple pass for it. In 2026 the pass costs $37 for one day, $62 for three days (valid within 7 days) and $72 for seven days (valid within 30 days). Confirm at the ticket counter or in the app that your pass covers it before you drive out. You can buy the pass on the official ticket website, in the app, at ticket machines or at the counters. The one-day pass needs no photo, while the three-day and seven-day passes do. Tickets are checked at the temples, so keep yours with you.
Our picks: Banteay Srei
With the grand circuit, with a sunset viewpoint, or with Beng Mealea and Kulen Mountain.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Banteay Srei, Beng Mealea and Kulen Mountain with a picnic
- English-speaking guide
- Picnic lunch
- Hotel pickup
Ten hours with a guide and a picnic lunch. The Kulen pass ($20) and the Angkor Pass ($37) are paid separately.
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Banteay Srei and five temples of the grand circuit
- English-speaking guide
- Transport
- Hotel pickup
Nine hours with an English-speaking guide and transport to Banteay Srei and the grand circuit. The Angkor Pass is extra.
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Banteay Srei and the grand circuit with sunset
- English-speaking guide
- Sunset viewpoint
- Air-conditioned vehicle
A guided day to Banteay Srei and the grand circuit temples, ending at a sunset viewpoint. Temple entry ($37 for one day) is extra.
Check availability →Banteay Srei tours from Siem Reap
Temple tours that include Banteay Srei and the countryside around it, in small groups or privately, with live prices and availability. Check whether the Angkor Pass is included.
Getting to Banteay Srei
Banteay Srei is a little over 30 km from the center of Siem Reap and a little over 20 km from the central Angkor area. The drive of about 30 minutes is counted from the Angkor temples, not from every hotel, so plan more time if you start in town.
You can go by tuk-tuk, on a small-group tour or with a private driver. Tuk-tuk drivers often charge extra for remote temples, so agree the price for the whole day before you start. Some tours combine the temple with the countryside around it.
Banteay Srei tours and transport compared
Three common ways to reach the temple. What each one includes differs, so compare the details rather than the headline price.
| Option | Good for | Settle first |
|---|---|---|
| Tuk-tuk with a day driver | Flexible stops, your own pace | Price for the full day, extra for remote temples, Angkor Pass |
| Small-group tour | Guide and transport in one booking | Group size, language, meals, whether the pass is included |
| Private tour | Fixed time and route, a guide just for you | Vehicle, pickup point, what the price covers |
For most visitors, a guided tour is the easiest way to see Banteay Srei and the countryside in one trip. If you already hold a multi-day pass and want flexibility, a tuk-tuk with an agreed price works well.
What to see in Banteay Srei
The carvings are the reason to come. Look at the lintels over the doors and the pediments above them, which carry dense scenes in the pink stone. The enclosures lead inward toward the sanctuary towers.
Stay on the marked paths and do not touch the carvings. Cover shoulders and knees, and respect barriers and instructions from guards.
Banteay Srei and Kbal Spean
Banteay Srei lies on the road toward Kbal Spean, a riverbed with carved lingas. Kbal Spean is a separate site with its own ticket of $5 for one day, open 06:00–18:30. It is not the same as the waterfall on Phnom Kulen. Ask at the ticket counter whether your pass covers Kbal Spean before you plan a combined day.
Banteay Srei: frequently asked questions
Is Banteay Srei included in the Angkor Pass?
Yes, it is part of the Angkor Pass, and there is no cheaper separate pass for it. The pass costs $37 for one day, $62 for three days within 7 days and $72 for seven days within 30 days (2026). Confirm at the ticket counter or in the app before you go.
How far is Banteay Srei from Siem Reap?
A little over 30 km from the center of Siem Reap and a little over 20 km from the central Angkor area. The drive of about 30 minutes starts at the Angkor temples.
Why is it called the Pink Temple?
It is built of pink sandstone and laterite. Pink Temple is a visitor's name, not an official designation.
Who built Banteay Srei?
It dates to around 967. A royal guru founded it, not a king.
How much time do I need?
The temple is small, so the visit itself is shorter than at the large temples. The drive is what makes it a half-day trip.
Is this the official Banteay Srei website?
No. This is an independent travel guide, not connected to the APSARA National Authority, Angkor Enterprise, the Ministry of Tourism or any tour operator.