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Short answers to common questions about visiting and living in Phu Quoc: getting around, the airport, money, paperwork, beaches and night markets. Every answer cites its source.
94 questions
Tet 2027 in Phu Quoc: which days are the holiday?
Tet 2027 (Lunar New Year) starts Saturday 6 Feb. Public offices close for 7 days, Thu 4 Feb to Wed 10 Feb 2027; private firms pick one of three options. Tet is a busy time: book flights, ferries and rooms early. Source: Ministry of Home Affairs. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →When is the best time to visit Phu Quoc, and which months are rainy?
Per the Phu Quoc special-zone portal: dry season December to May, rainy season June to November (about 3,038 mm of rain a year). It is 25–27°C all year, so you can visit any month. Photo: Phu Quoc special-zone portal.
Full answer and source →Kiss of the Sea show Phu Quoc: what time, how much?
Per the official site kissofthesea.com.vn: Kiss of the Sea runs daily 21:00–21:30 at Sunset Town (An Thoi), ending with fireworks. Tickets VND 1,000,000 per person at the Sun Signature Show counter or ticket.kissofthesea.com.vn. Times can change. Photo: Kiss of the Sea.
Full answer and source →Tinh Hoa Viet Nam (The Quintessence of Vietnam) at Grand World Phu Quoc: what time, how much?
Per VinWonders: the show runs daily 20:15–21:00 in the Quintessence of Vietnam zone, Grand World Phu Quoc (Bai Dai, Ganh Dau). Tickets VND 300,000, book on vinwonders.com. The ancient-capital zone also has short shows during the day. Times can change. Photo: VinWonders.
Full answer and source →What is there to do in Sunset Town, Phu Quoc?
Kiss Bridge, the Dragon Staircase and the Mediterranean-style streets to walk and photograph; shops and food all day; in the evening the ticketed Kiss of the Sea show on its infinity stage over the sea. About 20–25 min from Phu Quoc airport. Photo: Sun World.
Full answer and source →Is there Xanh SM electric taxi in Phu Quoc? How do you call one?
Yes, since 2 July 2023 (VinFast electric cars). Call 1900 2088, book in the Xanh SM app, or wave one down. The launch fare was 10,000đ for the first 0.6 km; check the app for today's fare. Per GSM (Xanh SM). Photo: Xanh SM.
Full answer and source →VinWonders Phu Quoc: what time does it open, and what can't you bring?
Open 09:00–19:30 daily; some zones keep their own hours. Not allowed: food or drink (except for children or special diets), live animals, bikes, skateboards, skates, speakers, weapons, flammables, e-cigarettes. Hotline 1900 6677. Per VinWonders. Photo: VinWonders.
Full answer and source →Symphony of the Sea show Phu Quoc: what time, where to watch?
Per Sun World: 19:30–20:05, from the Sunset Beach stands (Sunset Town, An Thoi). Same price for adults and children, under 1 m free, includes one Kiss Bridge entry. Season 3 is planned for November 2026; nights not announced yet. Photo: Sun World.
Full answer and source →What time are the shows at Sailing Club Phu Quoc?
Every night: 8pm circus, 9pm fire show, 9:30pm DJ set (the venue also lists an LED show). The page gives no ticket price; it suggests booking a table for a seat by the sea: +84 93 1031 035. Address: Lot B7, Bãi Trường complex, by Phu Quoc Marina. Photo: Sailing Club Phu Quoc.
Full answer and source →Phu Quoc with grandparents: what's an easy-pace plan?
Take 4–5 days with rest time; pick close stops, little walking: Hộ Quốc pagoda, Dinh Cậu, a gentle swim at Bãi Sao or Bãi Khem, Grand World at night, a pepper garden, fish-sauce house, pearl farm. Boats only if health allows; skip diving. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Do you need a plug adapter in Phu Quoc?
Depends on your plug. Vietnam is 220V, 50Hz; sockets mostly take Type A (flat pins) and C (round pins). UK, Singapore, Malaysia and Australia plugs need an adapter; US, Japan and most European ones usually don't. 100–240V chargers work. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Where can you get laundry done in Phu Quoc, and do they pick up?
The LaundryAtlas directory lists 141 laundry shops in Phu Quoc: 7 open 24/7, 15 with pickup and delivery, and 2 self-service, where you collect in about an hour. Most don't post prices, so call for a price before dropping off. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Flying to Phu Quoc with a wheelchair on Vietnam Airlines: what do you need to do?
Vietnam Airlines' wheelchair service is free. Book on 1900 1100 at least 24 hours before departure, or by the online form 36 hours before. Give the chair's size, weight and whether it folds; for electric chairs, the battery type. Photo: Vietnam Airlines.
Full answer and source →What should a 3-day honeymoon in south Phu Quoc include?
Per Sun Paradise Land: day 1 sunset at Sunset Town and Kiss Bridge, then Symphony of the Sea 19:30 and Kiss of the Sea 21:00 (combos from 650,000đ pp); day 2 Hon Thom cable car, Aquatopia, Exotica (with lunch buffet from 1,150,000đ); day 3 slow. Photo: Sun Paradise Land.
Full answer and source →Where can you stay in Phu Quoc with a dog or cat?
Booking.com's pet-friendly list includes Palm Bay Resort (Duong To, 9 minutes' walk to Long Beach, 9.2), Sim Forest Resort (Ong Lang, 9.6), Hotel Dell' Alba (An Thoi) and Raku Hotel & Coffee (Grand World, 9.3). Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →How much is a south-island fishing and snorkelling trip in Phu Quoc, and what's included?
Mercitour sells it from 375,000đ, daily: 8:00 hotel pickup, 10:20 boat from An Thoi port (Sao Beach in rainy season), snorkelling gear and lunch on board; afternoon at Coconut Tree Prison and Sao Beach; back 17:00. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Where is Su Muon Pagoda in Phu Quoc, and how do you get there?
Su Muon Pagoda (Hung Long Tu) is in Duong To, about 5 km from central Duong Dong, 10–15 minutes by taxi. From the gate at the foot of the hill, 60 stone steps lead up. Founded by Zen master Gia Minh around the 1930s. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Where is Maison Kayser in Phu Quoc, and when should you go?
In Sunset Town, a few minutes' walk from the Hon Thom cable car station, per Sun World. Go at 7:30–8:30am when the first batches come out, then take the cable car. The French bakery was founded by Eric Kayser in Paris in 1996. Photo: Sun World Hon Thom.
Full answer and source →Where can you take a cooking class in Phu Quoc, and how much?
Troc's Kitchen (now at Chua Ong, Cua Lap, Duong To): up to 8 people, 3–4 hours, starting with Vietnamese coffee. Green Hat: $65 per person, under-12s 30% off. Premier Residences' beachfront class (Khem Beach): $21. The list is by that resort. Photo: Premier Residences Phu Quoc.
Full answer and source →How much is Seawalker in Phu Quoc, and do you need to swim?
No swimming needed: you wear an air-fed helmet and walk 15–20 minutes at 5–6 m in Namaste coral park, with one diver per guest. Vietking Travel sells it at 950,000–1,690,000đ, about 1.8m with an island-tour combo; prices vary by seller. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →How much is a Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc ticket?
Per VinWonders' booking page (checked 31/10): Safari ticket with tram 1,050,000đ, Night Safari tour 950,000đ, priority caged-bus tour add-on 350,000đ. The Safari is in the north, next to Ganh Dau; a taxi from Duong Dong is about 200–250k. Hotline 1900 6677. Photo: VinWonders.
Full answer and source →Where and when can you watch IRONMAN Phu Quoc on 15/11?
Swim start and finish are both at Waterfront Beach Square by Sailing Club, Phu Quoc Marina: start 06:00, first finisher ~09:55, awards 15:30. The run loops twice on the Bai Truong seaside road, 4 aid stations. Track athletes in the IRONMAN Tracker app. Photo: IRONMAN.
Full answer and source →Which roads close for IRONMAN Phu Quoc on 14–15/11?
Per the 2026 Athlete Guide: Sun 15/11 the bike uses Phu Quoc Marina and Meyhomes internal roads (U-turns before DT975) to ~12:30; the run, the Bai Truong seaside road to ~15:30. Race vehicles only, no parking. Sat 14/11 Sprint 06:00–08:20. Photo: IRONMAN.
Full answer and source →What time should you go to Sunset Sanato for the sunset?
Arrive before 16:00, 30–60 minutes before sunset, as the famous photo spots queue in the afternoon (Tour Mien Tay). Sanato is on north Bai Truong, facing west; best in the Oct–Apr dry season. The ticket includes tea or coffee only. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Where can you do yoga in Phu Quoc, and when are classes?
Hen Yoga, 127F Tran Hung Dao: 8–11am and 4–8pm. OM Yoga, Cua Lap: 7am–7pm, closed Sun. Cassia Cottage shala, 100C/12 Tran Hung Dao: 8am–5pm Mon–Fri, 8am–noon weekends. DharmAisha at Bee Farm, Cua Can. List by Cassia Cottage; call to confirm times. Photo: Cassia Cottage.
Full answer and source →Does Phu Quoc have Grab, and is it cheaper than a taxi?
Yes, GrabCar and GrabBike. Reference fares (Phu Quoc Travel, 9/2025): 4-seat 25,000đ for the first 2 km, then 12,000đ/km; 7-seat 30,000đ, then 14,000đ/km. Often equal to or above taxis, but shown upfront in the app. Few cars at remote spots. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Can you drink the tap water in Phu Quoc?
No: drink bottled or filtered water only, says Premier Residences' safety guide. Bottled water is cheap at every convenience store, restaurant and hotel, and most hotel rooms give free bottles daily. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →How much is a self-drive car in Phu Quoc, and what papers do you need?
About 700,000–1,000,000đ a day for 4 seats, 900,000–1,400,000đ for 7: per Visit Phu Quoc (2026), a rental day is usually 7:00–22:00, fuel extra. Bring ID or passport, a valid car licence and a flight or hotel booking. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Where can visitors see a doctor or buy medicine in Phu Quoc?
Two 24-hour hospitals: per Đại Việt Tourist, public Phú Quốc Medical Centre at 128 đường 30/4, Dương Đông (0297 384 6972), and Vinmec Phú Quốc at Bãi Dài (0297 398 5588, foreign staff). Pharmacies line Nguyễn Trung Trực and 30/4. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →What is in Phu Quoc's Cội Nguồn museum, and what does it cost?
Five floors of the island's artefacts, folk objects and natural specimens: per Vietnam Airlines, this private museum opened in 2009 at 149 Trần Hưng Đạo, about 5 km south of Dương Đông; entry 50,000đ, open Monday–Saturday. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →How do you avoid seasickness on the ferry to Phu Quoc?
Sit mid-ship on the lower deck and pick the short route if you get sick easily: per the Phu Quoc Express ticket site, Hà Tiên takes about 1 hour near the shore, Rạch Giá 2–2.5 hours with possible side swell. Eat light, skip alcohol. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →How do you get to Hòn Gầm Ghì for coral snorkelling?
From An Thới port, about 60 minutes by boat or 20 by speedboat: per Green SM (21/2/2025), Hòn Gầm Ghì (Hòn Dăm Ngang) is in the An Thới islands, about 35 km from Dương Đông. A shared boat runs about 300,000–500,000đ per person return. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Where is Sùng Hưng, Phu Quoc's oldest pagoda?
On Trần Hưng Đạo street in central Dương Đông: per Green SM, the pagoda dates from around the late 19th century and is about 500 m (a 5–10 minute walk) from Dương Đông market and 1 km from Dinh Cậu. It opens daily from early morning to evening. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Is Bãi Xếp beach in An Thới free, and when should you go?
Yes, there is no entry fee: per Đại Việt Tourist (20/12/2025), Bãi Xếp is a natural beach in An Thới next to Sunset Town, about 25 km (30–40 min) from Dương Đông. Best November–April; from 16:00 for sunset. Few services, so bring water and snacks. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Where is Suối Đá Bàn stream and how do you get there?
In Cửa Dương, about 10 km from Dương Đông into the Hàm Ninh hills: per the Phú Quốc portal, it is a 15-minute walk from the park gate over a suspension bridge. Big flat 'table' rocks line the stream; it is fullest in the June–September rains. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →What is there to do at Bãi Trường (Long Beach)?
Swimming, kayaking, beach massage, sunsets and a night market: per Xanh SM (2/2025), 20 km Bãi Trường is in Dương Tơ on the south-west coast, about 2 km from the airport to Trần Hưng Đạo road. There's a 'sky gate' photo spot. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →What's at An Thới market, and when to go?
Go early: per Visit Phu Quoc, An Thới market sits in central An Thới near the port and the Hòn Thơm cable car, busy from early morning to late afternoon. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →What happens if the Hòn Thơm cable car stops?
Visitors are taken back by boat: per VnExpress, around 15:00 on 19/2/2026 (the third day of Tết) a power fault stopped the Hòn Thơm cable car; about 30 speedboats and electric carts moved guests to the pier, and some waited nearly 3 hours. Photo: Sun World Hon Thom.
Full answer and source →How long is the Hòn Thơm cable car ride?
About 15 minutes for 7,899.9 m: per Báo Lâm Đồng (26/2/2026), the Hòn Thơm cable car runs from An Thới station via Hòn Rỏi and Hòn Dừa to Hòn Thơm, open since 4/2/2018. It has 69 cabins of up to 30 people, about 3,500 riders an hour. Photo: Sun World Hon Thom.
Full answer and source →Is the Khu Tượng pepper farm near Ông Lang free?
Yes: per Phu Quoc's tourism portal, the Khu Tượng pepper farm in Cửa Dương is free to visit, about 4.9 km from Ông Lang beach, in the island's biggest pepper area. Green SM (2/2025) lists hours as 7:00–17:00; it's best Nov–Apr when the pepper ripens. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →How far is Gành Dầu from Dương Đông, and when should I go?
About 30 km, or 40–50 minutes by taxi or rented bike or car; the airport is about 40 km away. Gành Dầu is the north-west cape, near VinWonders, Safari and Grand World, with sunset beaches. The best time is the dry season, November to April. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Is Grand World Phu Quoc free to enter?
Yes: per Du lịch Việt Nam (12/2025), Grand World at Bãi Dài, Gành Dầu is open 24/7 with free entry; you pay only for boat rides and food. It's 20+ km from Dương Đông, 30–45 min by taxi (about 250,000–300,000 VND one way) or VinBus. Photo: Grand World Phú Quốc.
Full answer and source →Where can a visitor buy US dollars with dong?
At a licensed bank: under State Bank Circular 20/2011, a foreigner with legal income in dong may buy foreign cash from a bank; exchange counters mainly only buy currency. The bank decides which papers it needs, so ask first. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Where is Cửa Cạn beach, and what makes it different?
Cửa Cạn beach is on the west coast, about 6 km from Dương Đông, where the Cửa Cạn river meets the sea, leaving a long sandbar between river and sea. Further north, between Ông Lang and Bãi Dài, crescent-shaped Vũng Bầu beach is quiet and wild. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →What time is sunset at Dinh Cậu?
Around 17:00–18:00, depending on the season. The shrine sits on a rock at the Dương Đông river mouth, up 29 stone steps, and was rebuilt in 1937. Its festival falls on the 15th–16th of the 10th lunar month, with a procession through Dương Đông. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Can you trek Phu Quoc's forest in a day?
Yes: the national park has 4 guided day treks. The easiest, Suối Tiên, is about 4 km in 3 hours and fine for children; the longest is about 9 km to Thầy Tu waterfall. Best Nov–Apr. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →What is there to see at Hàm Ninh fishing village?
Go early in the morning, when fishing boats dock at the port and sell their catch; crab is the village specialty. The village is on the east coast and still quiet, with swimming, coral snorkelling and fishing. Source: VietNamNet (2020). Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Where can I get my nails done near Gành Dầu?
Inside Grand World: its operator VinWonders lists Crown Spa & Nail (9:00–22:00), One Spa & One Nail (10:00–22:00) and Luxe Spa & Nails (8:00–1:00). Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Is there a night market in Sunset Town, and when is it open?
Yes: VUI-Fest Bazaar (Vui Phết) in Sunset Town, An Thới, is open 16:00–24:00; about 17:00–22:00 is best for sunset plus dinner. Sun World runs a free bus from Dương Đông. Source: Sun World's own page. Photo: Sun World.
Full answer and source →Is there a coworking space in Duong Dong for remote work?
Yes: Nomads Coworking, 126A Tran Hung Dao, Duong Dong, open 7:00–22:00 daily. A day pass is 150,000 VND with one drink up to 65,000 VND, Wi-Fi, AC, come and go (price as pinned on their Page; message them to confirm). Tel +84 35 325 1738. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Is Phu Quoc airport open while runway 1 is upgraded?
Yes: since 29 October 2026 all flights use the new 3,300 m runway 2, while runway 1 closes for about six months to be extended to 3,500 m. The winter 2026/27 schedule runs as normal. Runway 1 and the new T2 terminal are due to open in May 2027. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Is there a direct flight from Almaty to Phu Quoc?
Yes: Sun PhuQuoc Airways has flown Almaty–Phu Quoc direct since 25 October 2026. Until 26 Dec: from Almaty Mon, Thu, Sat; back Wed, Fri, Sun. From 26 Dec 2026 to 27 Mar 2027 it rises to 5 a week. Airbus A321 with 15 Sleeping Economy seats. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Are there direct Moscow–Phu Quoc flights this winter?
Yes: from 14 November 2026, Sun PhuQuoc Airways flies Moscow–Phu Quoc direct 4 times a week, sold through tour operator Anex. A330, about 9 h 45 min out and 10 h 55 min back; economy allows 23 kg checked plus 7 kg cabin bags. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Phu Quoc airport: how long to your hotel?
Phu Quoc Airport (PQC) is about 9 km south of Duong Dong, with one terminal for all flights. Taxis (some electric) and ride-hailing wait outside arrivals: 15–20 min to Long Beach or Duong Dong, about 30 min to An Thoi and Sunset Town. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Phu Quoc visa: how long can you stay, and do you need a visa run?
Foreign passport holders can stay on Phu Quoc up to 30 days visa-free, even when transiting via another Vietnamese international airport. UK and 11 other nationals get 45 days nationwide (to 14/3/2028). Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →North or south Phu Quoc: what each side offers
South: Hon Thom cable car and Aquatopia, snorkelling at Hon Mong Tay, Gam Ghi and May Rut, Phu Quoc Prison, Ho Quoc Pagoda, Sao Beach. North: Grand World, VinWonders, Vinpearl Safari, Ganh Dau cape, Nguyen Trung Truc temple, pepper farms. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →First time in Phu Quoc: when to go, how long to stay, getting from the airport
The dry season, November to April, has the best sea; in October–November the northeast wind can wash rubbish ashore. Three days covers the highlights. The airport is 14 km from Duong Dong, 15–20 min by taxi; Grab and Xanh SM cost a few dollars. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Phu Quoc to Kampot, Cambodia: is there a direct boat?
No direct boat. Take the Phu Quoc–Ha Tien speedboat (Phu Quoc Express, Nov 2026: 7:00, 9:00, 14:00, about 1h20), then cross at Xa Xia–Prek Chak, 10 km from the pier. 2024 prices: bus to Kampot about $14, tuk-tuk $10–20. Passport valid 6+ months. Photo: Phu Quoc Express.
Full answer and source →Getting around Phu Quoc: how do I get a taxi and what does it cost?
Xanh SM electric taxis: book in the Xanh SM app, call 1900 2088 or hail one. Fares at launch (7/2023): 10,000 VND for the first 0.6 km, then 15,000–16,500 VND/km to km 25. Fares may have changed; the app shows the price. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Is there a public bus from Phu Quoc airport and Duong Dong to the north?
Yes: electric VinBus P5.0 (Novotel–airport–Grand World) and P5.1 (airport–Grand World) via Duong Dong and Ong Lang, free for visitors. Per the 2023 notice: outbound 6:45/7:05–21:40, return 5:00–23:30, every 10–20 min at peak. Check live times in the VinBus app. Photo: VinBus.
Full answer and source →Where can I legally change US dollars in Phu Quoc?
Since 9 Feb 2026 (Decree 340/2025), only at banks or licensed agents (3-star+ hotels, tourist areas, airports; sign 'điểm thu đổi ngoại tệ'). Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Phu Quoc with grandparents and kids: how to do Hon Thom
VNA's suggestion: ride the three-rope sea cable car to Sun World Hon Thom; kids take the water park and beach sports while older family members swim and relax. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Where to stay in Phu Quoc: 5 areas and who they suit
Long Beach: first-timers, near the airport. Duong Dong: local life, markets, value. Ong Lang: couples, quiet, sunsets. Bai Dai/Ganh Dau: families, near VinWonders, Safari and Grand World. Khem/Sunset Town: luxury, near the Hon Thom cable car. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →How much is a long-term room or house rental in Phu Quoc per month?
Sabrina Rental (2026): homestay room 6–10m VND/month, studio 8–15m, 1-bed flat 12–20m, small house 15–30m. Local listings on phongtro123 are cheaper: 24 m² room in An Thoi 1.4m, 2-bed house in Duong Dong 3.1m. Deposit 1–2 months. Image: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Are there community English clubs in Phu Quoc to practise speaking?
Yes: the Phu Quoc Community English Initiative 2026–2030 runs classes in Duong Dong, Ganh Dau, An Thoi and Duong To from Sept 2026, first for vendors, drivers, service staff and students. Sign up or volunteer to teach at phuquochelloworld.com. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Beyond crab: which fish to order in Phu Quoc?
Try ca nhong (barracuda): thick, firm, sweet flesh with few small bones. Order cha ca nhong fishcake with Phu Quoc pepper, goi ca nhong raw salad in rice paper with peanut fish sauce, turmeric-braised or grilled ca nhong. Source: aFamily. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Michelin is coming to Phu Quoc: what to eat, and where?
Before the first Michelin list: bun quay at Kien Xay or Thanh Hung; bun ken at Ut Luom or Co Thu; herring salad, Ham Ninh crab and grilled sea urchin in Ham Ninh fishing village; resort dining at Bai Kem and Sunset Town. Source: Kinh te Moi truong. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Night golf in Phu Quoc: where, and what is it like?
Eschuri Vung Bau Golf has floodlights for play after dark. Designed by Steven McFarlane (IMG): the front nine run through forest, the back nine open onto the Gulf of Thailand; time it to reach hole 14 at sunset. Price not stated, ask the course. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Duong Dong night market has closed: which Phu Quoc night market now?
Duong Dong night market stopped after 28 Feb 2026. Go instead to VUI-Fest Bazaar (Sunset Town, fireworks nightly), Bai Truong night market (Sonasea walking street, 16:00–23:00 daily) or Grand World night market (north). Most stalls take cash only. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →How and where do I register temporary residence (tam tru) in Phu Quoc, e.g. Cua Can?
Vietnamese: VNeID app (Administrative procedures > Temporary residence) or at the commune-level police, with form CT01 and proof of address. Foreigners: your host or hotel declares you on arrival, even for 1 night, at tbltkbtt.bocongan.gov.vn. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Dinh Cau Phu Quoc: who is worshipped there, and when is the festival?
Per VNA (VietnamPlus): Dinh Cau, on a rock at the Duong Dong river mouth, honours Lady Ngoc and Cau Tai and Cau Quy, protectors of fishermen; rebuilt in stone in 1937. Festival yearly on the 15th–16th of lunar month 10: procession, boat races. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →What should you buy in Phu Quoc to take home?
Fish sauce, pepper, sim wine and dried seafood: per Sun World (19/3/2026), Phu Quoc fish sauce costs about 100,000–200,000đ a bottle depending on strength, pepper 120,000–180,000đ a kg and sim wine 120,000–200,000đ a bottle. Photo: Sun World.
Full answer and source →How much are taxis in Phu Quoc, and which number do you call?
About 12,000–18,000đ per km, by company and 4- or 7-seat car: per VinWonders, call Green SM (electric) on 1900 2088 or Mai Linh on 02973 97 97 97, or book in an app. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Are kids' tickets at VinWonders Phu Quoc by age or by height?
By height: per VinWonders' own 2026 price list, children under 100 cm enter free, 100 cm to under 140 cm pay the child fare, and 140 cm or taller pay the adult fare; visitors over 60 get their own price. Check current prices on vinwonders.com before you go. Photo: VinWonders.
Full answer and source →Which temples can I visit in Dương Đông?
Three near the centre: Sùng Hưng pagoda at 7 Trần Hưng Đạo, one of the island's oldest; Dinh Bà Thủy Long Thánh Mẫu at 44 Lê Thánh Tông, about 10 minutes' drive away; and Dinh Cậu shrine on the rock at the river mouth. Dress respectfully. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Is Bãi Trường (Long Beach) close to Phu Quoc airport?
Yes: it is about a 5-minute drive from the airport. The 20+ km beach runs from Dinh Cậu cape: North Long Beach is 5 km (Dinh Cậu port to Eden Resort) and South Long Beach the other 15 km, down to north An Thới. Seafood spots line it. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Where is the Bãi Trường night market and when is it open?
On the Sonasea walking street along Trần Hưng Đạo by the beach, 16:00–23:00 daily, busiest from about 19:00. Over 100 food and shopping stalls; seafood dishes run about 100,000–500,000 VND. Most stalls take cash only, so ask the price first. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →7 Phu Quoc beaches to know: which one suits your trip?
Sao Beach (crescent of white sand), Bai Dai (unspoiled, 1.5+ km), Ganh Dau (rocky, near Rach Vem fishing village), Bai Truong (20+ km, kayaking), Khem Beach (seafood, herring salad), Hon Dam Ngang (rock formations, sunrise) and Ong Lang (swimming, snorkelling).
Full answer and source →Hon Thom cable car: is there a ticket without the park, where to buy it, and how much?
Sun World lists only the round trip, which includes Aquatopia and Exotica: about 850,000 VND adult, 700,000 child 1–1.4 m, under 1 m free. With buffet lunch: 1,150,000/900,000. Book at booking.sunworld.vn; go at 9–10am. Prices from a 2026 guide. Photo: Sun World.
Full answer and source →What is the weather like in Phu Quoc in November?
Sunny and mostly dry, 24–31°C: per VinWonders, November starts Phu Quoc's dry season, with average rain under 30 mm and 76–77% humidity. The sea is calm for snorkelling the south islands (Hòn Thơm, Hòn Gầm Ghì) and night squid fishing. High season starts. Photo: VinWonders.
Full answer and source →Is Ông Lang beach good for sunset?
Yes: Ông Lang beach is on the west coast, about 7 km north of central Dương Đông. It is quiet and wild, with rocks on the sand that make good sunset photos. You can snorkel or kayak; park in the beach's own parking area and arrive by 16:30–17:00. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →How long is Bãi Trường beach, and where can I watch the sunset?
Bãi Trường is nearly 20 km long, the island's longest beach, about 8 km from central Dương Đông, with golden sand facing the sunset. Some spots, such as Sunset Sanato and Sol by Meliá, charged about 100,000 VND entry in 2024. Arrive by 16:30–17:00. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Phu Quoc: when to go and how to get around the island
Dry season is roughly November–April; May–October is rainy. The airport is about 15 minutes from the centre. Bus 10,000–40,000 VND; motorbike 100,000–150,000 VND a day plus fuel (you leave ID); half- or full-day taxi tours 500,000–700,000 VND. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Flying Sun PhuQuoc Airways? Boarding-pass discounts in Phu Quoc until 31/12
Until 31/12/2026 a boarding pass gets 20% off the Mango buffet (Sun World Hon Thom), 15% off Sun Bavaria GastroPub (no alcohol) and up to 20% off the Symphony of the Sea and Kiss of the Sea shows at the counter. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Snorkelling in Phu Quoc: which tour, and how much?
Most popular: a 3–4 island speedboat tour from An Thoi port, 7–8am to 4–5pm, via Hon Mong Tay, May Rut and Gam Ghi; about 550,000–700,000 VND in 2024, snorkelling included. North-island pickups cost extra. Seabed walk: 1–1.2m VND extra. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Can you go camping at Hàm Ninh?
Yes: Hideaway Beach Glamping is at Bãi Bổn, Hàm Ninh, on the north-east coast, about 50 minutes' drive from Dương Đông. 12 m² tents with AC. 2024 prices: 300,000 VND per person per night with breakfast, 650,000 with BBQ; ask for current rates. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →When is the best time for An Thới's islands?
The dry season, November to April: sunny, with clear, calm sea for swimming, snorkelling and trips to the small islands of the An Thới archipelago. In the rainy season (May–October), sightsee mostly on land and limit water activities. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Phu Quoc herring salad (goi ca trich): where to eat it, what it costs, how to roll it
Locals say Bai Khem makes the best goi ca trich: raw herring fillets with onion, carrot and coconut in a guava-vinegar dressing, rolled in rice paper with herbs and cucumber, dipped in peanut fish sauce. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Does Hộ Quốc Pagoda in Phu Quoc charge entry?
No: Trúc Lâm Hộ Quốc Zen monastery is free to visit. It sits on a hillside facing the sea in Suối Lớn, Dương Tơ, about 10 km from the airport and 20 km from Dương Đông. Dress modestly; the 1st and 15th lunar days and Tết are busiest. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Where is Bãi Khem beach, and when is it best?
Bãi Khem is in An Thới in the south, about 25 km from Dương Đông and 18 km from the airport. Its 3.5 km of white sand sit in a sheltered south-east bay, calmest June–September when the west coast is rough, but it works year-round. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Getting around south Phu Quoc without a car: buggy hours and fares
Buggies run 8:30–23:00 daily. Inside Sunset Town: 15,000đ a ride, or 300,000đ for a 45-min private hire. Khem Beach ↔ Sunset Town about 100,000đ a car or 20,000đ each (5+). Premier Village ↔ town 250,000đ a car or 50,000đ each. Source: VnExpress. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Where do locals eat breakfast in Phu Quoc? 4 bun quay shops
Kien Xay: where bun quay began (1996), with squid and shrimp/fish cakes. Thanh Hung: 147 30/4 Street, Duong Dong. Hai Ngan: also fish and shrimp noodles. Binh Dung: by the sea, 50,000đ a bowl (price per the article). Mix your own sauce; staff help. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →Renting a motorbike in Phu Quoc: prices and papers
Manual bikes 120,000–150,000đ/day, scooters 150,000–200,000đ, big bikes from 250,000đ; +20,000–50,000đ in peak season (Nov–Apr). 24-hour days; late fee 10,000–20,000đ/hour. Leave an ID or passport; some check your licence. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
Full answer and source →VinWonders Phu Quoc aquarium: opening hours and tickets
Turtle-shaped aquarium, 15,000 m² on 3 floors, with a glass tunnel, inside VinWonders (Bai Dai, Ganh Dau). Open 10:00–18:00 daily. No separate ticket: entry is with the VinWonders gate ticket. Good on a rainy day; check vinwonders.com. Illustration: Phu Quoc Pulse.
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