Phu Quoc, Vietnam: travel guide
Island of long beaches, night markets, fish sauce and sunset bars
Vietnam's largest island — a tropical paradise of turquoise waters, white sand beaches and dense jungle in the Gulf of Thailand. Home to world-famous fish sauce, fresh seafood night markets and Vietnam's first cable car to the An Thoi archipelago.
About Phu Quoc
Phu Quoc is a large island in the Gulf of Thailand, off Vietnam's far south-west coast, rather than a town. Its west coast has long sandy beaches, such as Long Beach, while the quieter south-east is home to the white sand and clear water of Sao Beach.
The island is known for its fish sauce and pepper farms, and the night market in Duong Dong is the place for grilled seafood. You can ride the Hon Thom cable car across the sea, visit the Sunset Town and Kiss Bridge area, take a boat trip to nearby islets, or snorkel the reefs. Much of the island is forest and national park.
Phu Quoc suits beach holidays and families. The best time to visit Phu Quoc is generally the dry season, from about November to April.
- Country
- Vietnam
- Currency
- VND
- Time zone
- Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh
- Nearest airport
- PQC
- Typical trip
- 3-4 days
Last updated
Top places to visit in Phu Quoc
Long Beach (Bãi Trường)
resort beach · 4.7 rating · about 4 h · check the fee at the gate
Phu Quoc's main beach — a 20 km stretch along the west coast with sunset-facing resorts and beach bars. Calm, warm and clear water. Best sunset beach in Vietnam.
Phu Quoc Night Market
night market · 4.7 rating · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate
The best night market in Vietnam — fresh lobster, crab, sea urchin, scallops and whole fish cooked to order over charcoal at prices a fraction of any restaurant. Arrive 18:00–18:30 for freshest selection.
Sao Beach (Bãi Sao)
pristine beach · 4.9 rating · about 4 h · check the fee at the gate
Consistently ranked among Southeast Asia's most beautiful beaches — powdery white sand and crystal-clear turquoise water with minimal development. Access by motorbike (30 min from Duong Dong).
VinWonders Phu Quoc
theme-park · 4.5 rating · about 5 h · check the fee at the gate
One of Vietnam's largest theme parks, with water rides, an aquarium and a safari nearby.
Hon Thom Cable Car
cable-car · 4.6 rating · about 4 h · entry 750,000 ₫ (≈ ₹2,760)
World's longest non-stop sea-crossing cable car to Pineapple Island and its water park.
Sunset Town & Kiss Bridge
entertainment · 4.4 rating · about 2 h · entry 100,000 ₫ (≈ ₹370)
Mediterranean-styled town at the island's south tip with the Kiss Bridge and nightly shows.
Ho Quoc Pagoda
buddhist · 4.5 rating · about 1 h · check the fee at the gate
Hillside Truc Lam Zen monastery with grand gates and sea views on the east coast.
Dinh Cau Rock (Cau Castle)
shrine · 4.1 rating · about 0.5 h · check the fee at the gate
Cliff-top shrine and lighthouse at the mouth of the Duong Dong River, a sunset spot.
Rach Vem Floating Village
village · 4.1 rating · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate
Stilt-and-raft fishing community in the north, popular for seafood and starfish.
Suoi Da Ban
stream · 3.9 rating · about 1.3 h · check the fee at the gate
Stream tumbling over flat granite slabs, good for a forest dip in the wet season.
Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc
safari · 4.4 rating · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate
Open-zoo safari park where you tour animal habitats by bus.
Khem Beach (Bai Khem)
beach · 4.5 rating · about 2.5 h · check the fee at the gate
One of the island's most beautiful white-sand bays on the south coast.
Things to do
- Phu Quoc Sao Beach & South Island Tour Outdoor · 5 h · from VND 248,000 per person
- Phu Quoc Night Market & Seafood Dinner Food · 2.5 h · from VND 331,000 per person
- Phu Quoc 3-Island Snorkelling Tour Nature · 7 h · from VND 551,000 per person
- Hon Thom Cable Car & Aquatopia Sightseeing · 5 h · from VND 606,000 per person
- VinWonders & Vinpearl Safari Combo Sightseeing · 7 h · from VND 965,000 per person
- Phu Quoc Sunset Sailing Cruise Sightseeing · 3 h · from VND 689,000 per person
- Phu Quoc Squid Night Fishing Adventure · 3.5 h · from VND 413,000 per person
- North Island Countryside Tour Cultural · 6 h · from VND 413,000 per person
Day trips and tours
- Phu Quoc Full Island Discovery: North & South 10 h · from VND 606,000
Where to stay in Phu Quoc
- Long Beach / Duong Dong Town about VND 2,800 per night
The most developed zone on the island — beachfront resorts, night market, Dinh Cau night market and the main ferry terminal. Best for easy access to all island amenities.
- Ong Lang Beach — North about VND 3,500 per night
A quieter boutique resort area 15 km north of Duong Dong. Eco-lodges, bungalows and coral reefs right off the beach. Best for couples and honeymooners seeking privacy.
Hotels
- JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort 5-star · VND 15,000,000 to VND 99,000,000 per night
- La Veranda Resort Phu Quoc MGallery 5-star · VND 4,000,000 to VND 16,000,000 per night
- Salinda Resort Phu Quoc 5-star · VND 4,000,000 to VND 8,000,000 per night
- InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach 5-star · VND 4,500,000 to VND 9,000,000 per night
- Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort 5-star · VND 5,000,000 to VND 12,000,000 per night
- Fusion Resort Phu Quoc 5-star · VND 4,500,000 to VND 9,000,000 per night
Where to eat
- Chez Carmargue French, Vietnamese, Fusion · about VND 850,000 per person
- Bay Trung Ba Seafood Vietnamese, Seafood · about VND 200,000 per person
- Crab House Seafood · about VND 350,000 per person
- Ngon Phu Quoc Vietnamese, Seafood · about VND 280,000 per person
- The Embassy Restaurant Vietnamese, International · about VND 320,000 per person
- Spice House at Cassia Cottage Vietnamese · about VND 350,000 per person
- Pepper's Pizza & Grill Italian, International · about VND 280,000 per person
- Itaca Resto Lounge Spanish, Mediterranean · about VND 350,000 per person
Getting to Phu Quoc
Airport: Phu Quoc (PQC)
How visitors arrive in Phu Quoc
- Flight into Phu Quoc airport By air from Ho Chi Minh City · common
Described as the main gateway; flights from Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. Source: en.wikivoyage.org
- Ferry from Rach Gia or Ha Tien By ferry from Ha Tien / Rach Gia · common
Ferries and hydrofoils run from mainland ports; combined bus-and-boat tickets are sold from Ho Chi Minh City. Source: en.wikivoyage.org
From the airport to the centre
- Metered taxi from Phu Quoc airport
Taxis use meters, so pay what the meter shows. Prices in the source are dated and may have changed. Source: visitphuquoc.com.vn
- Grab or Xanh SM
Both Grab and Xanh SM work at the airport. Check the app for an approximate fare first, as drivers may offer a fixed price. Source: visitphuquoc.com.vn
- Electric bus 17
An electric shuttle bus runs from the airport car park to Duong Dong and on towards the north of the island. Check the VinBus app for the current route number, stops and whether fares apply. Source: visitphuquoc.com.vn
- Many upscale hotels will collect you on arrival if you arrange it beforehand. Source: en.wikivoyage.org
Getting around
- Motorbike Rental
Motorbikes can be hired through hotels and resorts on Phu Quoc, and some island roads are unpaved red dirt.
- Taxi useful for some trips
Taxis are plentiful around Long Beach on Phu Quoc and use meters; Grab also works in the main towns, and a taxi can be booked for the day.
- Walking
Safety and scams to avoid
Gem Investment Scam
Near Duong Dong Market
Friendly locals invite you to their "gem wholesale shop" claiming you can buy gems to resell at a profit at home. Gems are fake and worthless.
How to avoid it: Never trust a stranger who approaches you with a business opportunity. All "gem investment" pitches in Vietnam are scams.
Seafood Weight Overcharging
Duong Dong Night Market
Live seafood is priced by weight; the vendor places a finger on the scale or uses uncalibrated weights, charging 2–3× the actual weight.
How to avoid it: Watch the weighing process carefully. Ask the price per kg before ordering. Use restaurants with set menus or confirmed per-item pricing.
Best time to visit Phu Quoc
- Jan 29°C
- Feb 30°C
- Mar 31°C
- Apr 31°C
- May 32°C
- Jun 30°C
- Jul 30°C
- Aug 30°C
- Sep 30°C
- Oct 30°C
- Nov 31°C
- Dec 28°C
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Frequently asked questions about Phu Quoc
- How many days do you need in Phu Quoc?
- A typical trip to Phu Quoc is 3-4 days.
- What are the top-rated places to visit in Phu Quoc?
- The highest-rated places in our Phu Quoc guide are Sao Beach (Bãi Sao), Long Beach (Bãi Trường), Phu Quoc Night Market, Hon Thom Cable Car, VinWonders Phu Quoc.
- Where should I stay in Phu Quoc?
- Our guide covers these areas to stay in Phu Quoc: Long Beach / Duong Dong Town, Ong Lang Beach — North.
- How do I get around Phu Quoc?
- Ways to get around Phu Quoc covered in our guide: Motorbike rental, Taxi, Walking.
- What scams should I watch out for in Phu Quoc?
- Scams reported to us for Phu Quoc include Gem Investment Scam; Seafood Weight Overcharging. Each is explained in the guide, with how to avoid it.
- What is the weather like in Phu Quoc?
- Average daytime highs in Phu Quoc run from 28°C in Dec to 32°C in May.
- Which airport is nearest to Phu Quoc?
- The nearest airport to Phu Quoc has the code PQC.