Phu Quoc Travel Guide
Vietnam's largest island, ringed by palm-fringed white-sand beaches, fish sauce factories, pepper farms, and a growing resort scene from backpacker bungalows to luxury villas.
🏛️ Sights and Attractions in Phu Quoc
- Phu Quoc National Park — A protected area covering more than half the island, with rainforest trails, streams, and wildlife.
- Fish Sauce Factories — A traditional fish sauce factory where you can see the fermentation vats that produce Phu Quoc's famous nuoc mam.
- Phu Quoc Prison (Coconut Prison) — A former French colonial prison later used during the Vietnam War, now a museum with reconstructed cells and displays.
- Suoi Tranh Waterfall — A seasonal waterfall in the island's interior, reachable by a short jungle walk with swimming pools.
- Ho Quoc Pagoda — A large Buddhist temple complex on a hillside overlooking the sea, with a 30-meter Buddha statue.
- Cau Temple — A small seaside temple at the mouth of Duong Dong River, where fishermen pray for safe voyages.
- Phu Quoc Night Market — A bustling night market on the riverfront selling fresh seafood, fish sauce, and souvenirs.
- VinWonders Phu Quoc — A large amusement park on the north of the island with water slides, roller coasters, and an aquarium.
- Ham Ninh Fishing Village — A traditional fishing village on the east coast with stilt houses, crab restaurants, and views of the mainland.
- Pearl Farms — A pearl cultivation farm where you can see oysters being seeded and buy locally grown pearls.
🥾 Trails and Hikes in Phu Quoc
- Phu Quoc National Park Trail — A rainforest trail through the island's interior, passing streams, waterfalls, and birdwatching spots.
- Ham Ninh to Suoi Tranh Walk — A short jungle walk to Suoi Tranh waterfall, with rock pools for swimming along the way.
- Duong Dong to Ong Lang Beach Walk — A coastal walk from Duong Dong town north to Ong Lang Beach, passing fishing villages and forest.
🏖️ Beaches in Phu Quoc
- Long Beach (Bai Truong) — A 20km stretch of golden sand on the west coast, Phu Quoc's main tourist beach with resorts, bars, and sunset views.
- Sao Beach (Bai Sao) — A postcard-perfect beach on the east coast with powdery white sand, palm trees, and shallow turquoise water.
- Ong Lang Beach — A quiet beach north of Duong Dong with a handful of resorts and rocky coves for swimming.
- Ganh Dau Beach — A remote beach on the northwest coast with views of Cambodia and seafood stilt restaurants.
- Khem Beach (Bai Khem) — A sheltered bay on the south coast with calm water, a military base, and a growing number of resorts.
- Starfish Beach (Rach Vem) — A shallow beach on the north coast where red starfish gather in the warm water — a popular photo spot.
- Vung Bau Beach — A wild, undeveloped beach on the northwest coast with strong waves and dramatic sunsets.
🍽️ Restaurants in Phu Quoc
- The Spice House at Cassia Cottage — A beachfront restaurant at Cassia Cottage serving Vietnamese and international cuisine with ocean views.
- Ra Khoi Restaurant — A casual seafood restaurant in Duong Dong with fresh catches and a rooftop seating area.
- Chin's Seafood — A popular Chinese-Seafood restaurant in Duong Dong with dim sum and fresh crab.
- Night Market seafood stalls — The row of seafood stalls at Duong Dong Night Market, where you pick your fish and they grill it on the spot.
- Bun Quay Phu Quoc — A local specialty restaurant serving bun quay, a Phu Quoc-style noodle soup with shrimp paste and fish sauce.
- The Mango Restaurant — A beachfront restaurant at Mango Bay Resort serving organic Vietnamese cuisine in a rustic setting.
- Steak House at JW Marriott — An upscale steakhouse at the JW Marriott Emerald Bay resort, offering premium cuts and fine wine.
- Tempus Fugit at La Veranda — A fine-dining French restaurant at La Veranda Resort with a colonial-era atmosphere and a curated wine list.
🍸 Bars and Nightlife in Phu Quoc
- Sunset Beach Bar — A beach bar on Long Beach with hammocks, cheap beers, and the best sunset views on the island.
- Ding Dong Bar — A lively beach bar on Long Beach with cocktails, fire shows, and a young crowd.
- Ong Lang Beach Bars — The cluster of beach bars at Ong Lang Beach offering sunset drinks and relaxed vibes.
- Rory's Bar — A laid-back beach bar on Long Beach with burgers, cocktails, and sunset views.
- Sao Beach Bar — A simple beach bar at Sao Beach with coconuts, cold beers, and hammocks under the palms.
🎯 Activities and Tours in Phu Quoc
- Full-Day Private Guided Tour in Phu Quoc Island with Hotel Pick Up — Discover Phu Quoc Island on a private tour with a friendly local English-speaking driver/guide. Travel comfortably by private car and enjoy a flexible itinerary with more time at the places you love. Explore some of Phu Quoc’s highlights, including a local pepper farm, Pearl far
- Half-day Snorkeling Experience in Phu Quoc Island — Book this half-day snorkeling experience with us if you want to avoid crowded places and meet new friends! We will pick you up in our new air-conditioned van, then relax while riding the open-speed boat with your professional local guide. Enjoy snorkeling and jumping into the coo
- 3-Island Hopping By Speedboat In Phu Quoc | Shared Tour — Explore the best of the An Thoi Archipelago during our short but meaningful journey. From vibrant coral reefs to powdery white sands, this trip is designed for those who want to see Phu Quoc’s southern gems in one efficient, fun-filled day.
- Sightseeing to the South of Phu Quoc Island and Relax on Sao Beach — A trip would be extremely interesting when you can combine sightseeing, learn about the local life of people and visit historical sites, right? The southern and eastern Phu Quoc sightseeing tour is the perfect combination of these factors. The tour takes you to visit the pearl fa
- Phu Quoc Sightseeing Day Tour — Embark on a captivating journey through Phu Quoc, a tropical paradise renowned for its pristine beaches, lush landscapes, and rich cultural heritage. Immerse yourself in the island's pearl farming tradition, witness the art of winemaking, and explore the diverse world of spices,
- Half-day Motorbike Tour in Phu Quoc Island — If you are a nature lover, like a bit of adventure, and want to see around Phu Quoc island easily then come with this tour. You will get some special things like Having an opportunity to experience riding on a motorcycle in the crazy city traffic in Vietnam; Learn how to drive th
- Sightseeing Northern Phu Quoc with Starfish Beach and Grand World — This half-day tour will give you a great opportunity to understand life of local people, the products they made as pepper, honey.. and see how hard and lovely they are! Destinations you can visit with us are the most famous in this coastal city. Besides, Rach Vem is for you to re
- 4-Island Hopping Trip with Cable Car in Phu Quoc Island — An amazing way to discover Phu Quoc island, hopping to the most beautiful islets with white sand and crystal clear water and experience the longest sea cable route in Vietnam.
- Land Tour 2: Discover the North - Kayaking & Starfish beach Phu Quoc (Not Lunch) — ● 8:15 - 8:30: Pick up from John's Tours office or at the lobby of your hotel in the center of Duong Dong town (from Phu Quoc night market, along Tran Hung Dao Street to Eden Resort). If pick up and drop off in other areas, an extra fee can be applied. ● Bee Farm – Local honey pr
- Full-Day Southern Phu Quoc Island Exploration — Phu Quoc South Island tour program with outstanding attractions such as pearl farm, sim garden, pepper garden, Phu Quoc fish sauce factory, Ho Quoc pagoda, Phu Quoc prison... with the most prominent highlights of Phu Quoc, the journey promises to bring great experiences with expe
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🏨 Hotels and Stays in Phu Quoc
- JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay — JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay is a hotel in Long Beach (Bai Truong), Phu Quoc. The main tourist strip on the west coast with the highest concentration of resorts, restaurants, and sunset bars The property features a guest review score of 9.1/10 and rates from $418/night, making it a practical base for visiting Phu Quoc.
- InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort — InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort is a resort in Long Beach (Bai Truong), Phu Quoc. The main tourist strip on the west coast with the highest concentration of resorts, restaurants, and sunset bars The property features a guest review score of 9/10 and rates from $200/night, making it a practical base for visiting Phu Quoc.
- La Veranda Resort Phu Quoc — La Veranda Resort Phu Quoc is a resort in Long Beach (Bai Truong), Phu Quoc. The main tourist strip on the west coast with the highest concentration of resorts, restaurants, and sunset bars The property features a guest review score of 9.2/10, making it a practical base for visiting Phu Quoc.
- Salinda Resort Phu Quoc Island — Salinda Resort Phu Quoc Island is a resort in Long Beach (Bai Truong), Phu Quoc. The main tourist strip on the west coast with the highest concentration of resorts, restaurants, and sunset bars The property features a guest review score of 9.4/10 and rates from $139/night, making it a practical base for visiting Phu Quoc.
- Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort — Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort is a resort in Bai Sao / An Thoi, Phu Quoc. The southeast coast with the island's most photographed white-sand beaches and access to the An Thoi archipelago The property features a guest review score of 8.6/10 and rates from $279/night, making it a practical base for visiting Phu Quoc.
- Mango Bay Resort — Mango Bay Resort is a resort in Ong Lang, Phu Quoc. A quieter beach area north of Duong Dong with boutique resorts and a relaxed atmosphere The property features a guest review score of 8.8/10 and rates from $67/night, making it a practical base for visiting Phu Quoc.
- Cassia Cottage — Cassia Cottage is a hotel in Ong Lang, Phu Quoc. A quieter beach area north of Duong Dong with boutique resorts and a relaxed atmosphere The property features modern amenities, making it a practical base for visiting Phu Quoc.
- Famiana Resort & Spa — Famiana Resort & Spa is a resort in Duong Dong Town, Phu Quoc. The main town with the night market, fish sauce factories, budget guesthouses, and the island's dining scene The property features a guest review score of 8.6/10 and rates from $70/night, making it a practical base for visiting Phu Quoc.
- Sol Beach House Phu Quoc — Sol Beach House Phu Quoc is a hotel in Long Beach (Bai Truong), Phu Quoc. The main tourist strip on the west coast with the highest concentration of resorts, restaurants, and sunset bars The property features a guest review score of 8.7/10 and rates from $111/night, making it a practical base for visiting Phu Quoc.
- Phu Quoc Ocean Pearl — Phu Quoc Ocean Pearl is a hotel in Ganh Dau / North Coast, Phu Quoc. The remote northwest coast with quiet beaches, pepper farms, and views toward Cambodia The property features a guest review score of 7.8/10 and rates from $55/night, making it a practical base for visiting Phu Quoc.