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Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) sits mid-way down the west coast, close to central hotels. The fare is fixed in the app, so no haggling.
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Phu Quoc Travel Guide
Vietnam's largest island, in the Gulf of Thailand off the country's south-west coast near Cambodia. It is loved for white-sand beaches, sunsets and island-hopping in the south. The island is long and large, so whether you stay in the north, center or south shapes the whole trip.
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At a glance
- Currency
- VND (₫)
- Power & plugs
- 220V · Type A/C/F
- Driving side
- Right
- Tipping
- Optional (small, for good service)
- Local language
- Tiếng Việt
- How long to stay
- 4 to 5 days
Emergency numbers
When to go
November to April is the dry season, with calm, clear water that is best for beaches and island trips. May to October is the rainy season with frequent showers, and around July to September the west coast often has high waves that make swimming dangerous or cancel boats. Prices rise sharply over holidays and year-end.
Airport to the city
Airport taxi
Take a reputable company's taxi from the official rank and confirm the meter or fixed fare first.
Resort pickup
Many resorts in the north and south offer airport pickups. Check whether it is included when you book.
Getting around
Grab and electric taxis
The default way to get around. The island is big: north to south takes over an hour by car, so group far-off sights into one day.
Island buses
Cheap buses link the airport, town and sights in the south and north. Routes and frequency change often, so check the stop signs locally.
Resort shuttles
Many resorts run shuttles to town, the night market and beaches. Check times and booking when you check in.
Car with driver
To see the southern beaches, cable car and pepper farms in one day, hire a car with driver for a half or full day. Agree on hours and price first.
Where to stay
Duong Dong town
Good for: First visit, night market, value
The main town on the west coast, with the night market, restaurants and budget stays. Close to the airport.
Long Beach (south of Duong Dong)
Good for: Sunsets, beach resorts
Hotels and resorts line this long west-coast beach. Beautiful sunsets and a short ride to town.
An Thoi and the south
Good for: Island-hopping, cable car, beaches
Close to the harbor for island boats, the cable car and quiet beaches. 30-40 minutes by car to town.
The north (Ganh Dau and Bai Dai)
Good for: Families, theme park and safari, big resorts
Home to a theme park, a zoo and large resorts. Quiet, but nearly an hour by car to town or the south.
East coast (around Sao Beach)
Good for: White sand, peace and quiet
Calm, clear water. Few places to stay, so most people visit on a day trip.
Map of stays in Phu Quoc
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Top sights
Sao Beach
A south-east beach famous for white sand and turquoise water. Best in the dry season; in the rainy season there can be seaweed and waves.
Southern island-hopping and snorkeling
The classic boat trip around the small southern islands for snorkeling and beach time. Choose an operator with life jackets and change plans if waves are high.
Hon Thom cable car
A long cable car over the sea from the south to an island. Check official information for hours, fares and weather closures.
Long Beach sunset
On the west coast the sun sets over the sea. Arrive about 30 minutes before sunset.
Phu Quoc west coast sunset · Photo: Elmschrat / CC0 Duong Dong night market
An evening market with seafood, street food and souvenirs. Always confirm seafood prices before ordering.
Dinh Cau rock temple
A small shrine on a rock at the Duong Dong river mouth where fishermen prayed for safety. Lovely around sunset.
Dinh Cau rock temple · Photo: Sketyl none / CC BY 2.0 Pepper farms and fish-sauce factories
Phu Quoc is known for pepper and fish sauce. Visits are usually free, though you may be encouraged to buy.
Phu Quoc Prison historic site
A preserved wartime prison camp. The exhibits can be heavy going, so bear that in mind with children.
What to eat
Seafood
Night-market stalls and beach restaurants let you choose from tanks and charge by weight. Confirm the price per kilo and cooking fees before ordering.
Goi Ca Trich (herring salad)
Thinly sliced raw fish rolled in rice paper with herbs and coconut, dipped in sauce — the island's signature dish.
Bun Quay
Noodles with shrimp and squid balls where you mix your own sauce, a Phu Quoc style. About 40,000-70,000 VND at local spots.
Grilled sea urchin
Sea urchin grilled with scallion oil and peanuts, easy to find at seafood restaurants and the night market.
Vietnamese coffee
Condensed-milk and coconut coffee are favorites, about 30,000-60,000 VND. Best at a beach cafe at sunset.
Daily budget (per person)
Budgetabout 800,000 VND per day: guesthouse, local food, buses
Mid-rangeabout 2,500,000-3,000,000 VND per day: beach hotel, restaurants, island tour, Grab
Comfortabout 6,000,000 VND+ per day: resort, cable car, car with driver
Amounts are rough figures in local currency. Check exchange rates before you go.
Sample itinerary
- Day 1
Check in, afternoon on Long Beach, the sunset, then dinner at the Duong Dong night market.
- Day 2
Full-day southern island-hopping and snorkeling, with the Hon Thom cable car on the way back (on a clear day).
- Day 3
Sao Beach in the morning, then pepper farms, a fish-sauce factory and the prison site, and a seafood dinner.
- Day 4
Dinh Cau rock temple and a walk around town, souvenirs, then the airport (leave with plenty of time for check-in).
Local tips
- The island is big: north to south takes over an hour by car. Group sights in the same area into one day.
- In the rainy season (May to October) the west coast often has high waves. Check beach flags and signs and stay out of the water when waves are high.
- Island tours and the cable car can be cancelled for weather, so book early in your trip and choose an operator with life jackets and safety gear.
- Seafood is often priced by weight. Check the price per kilo and cooking fees before ordering.
- Tiny sand insects can bite on the beach. Use repellent and cover up around sunset.
- Many airlines restrict fish sauce in both cabin and checked baggage. Check your airline's rules before buying it.
- Riding a motorbike yourself requires a licence recognized in Vietnam, and accidents without one may not be covered by travel insurance.
- Entry and visa rules can change. Check Vietnam's immigration department or embassy before you travel.
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