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About the destination

About the destination

Holiday on Phu Quoc: What to See and Do?

Phu Quoc is Vietnam's largest island, known as the 'Pearl Island' for its white beaches and turquoise waters. It is an ideal destination for family and beach holidays, where everyone can find entertainment to their liking.

Best Beaches on Phu Quoc

  • Sao Beach — the most famous beach with white sand, lined with restaurants and beach clubs. Great for swimming and photos.
  • Khem Beach — a more secluded and peaceful option in the southeast, ideal for those seeking tranquility.

Attractions on Phu Quoc

  • Hon Thom Cable Car (Sunworld) — the world's longest three-cable gondola lift (8 km) to Pineapple Island. It offers stunning views, and on the island, you'll find an amusement park with water slides.
  • Phu Quoc National Park — protects more than half of the island. You can walk trails through evergreen forest, see waterfalls and natural pools. In 2006, the park was designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
  • VinWonders & Vinpearl Safari — a large theme park with an aquarium and water attractions, as well as a safari park with African animals in the northwest of the island.
  • Phu Quoc Prison (Cay Dua) — a historic prison from the Vietnam War, now a museum telling the island's past.
  • Duong Dong Night Market — the main night market with seafood, street food, and souvenirs.
  • Sunset Town — an Italian-themed entertainment complex opened at the end of 2023. Here you can see the 'Kiss Bridge', nightly fireworks, and the multimedia show 'Kiss of the Sea'.
  • Fish Sauce and Pepper Farms — Phu Quoc is famous for its fish sauce and black pepper; tours to factories and farms are a popular cultural experience.

When to Go to Phu Quoc?

The dry season from November to April is the best time for beach holidays, snorkeling, and excursions. During this time, the island is sunny with little rainfall. The rainy season (May–October) attracts with lower prices and fewer crowds, but frequent showers can hinder outdoor activities.

How to Get to Phu Quoc?

The most convenient way is a direct flight to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) from Ho Chi Minh City (1 hour), Hanoi, as well as from Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Seoul, and other cities. Additionally, high-speed ferries run from the mainland from Ha Tien (1 hour) and Rach Gia (2.5 hours).

Excursions and Holiday Prices

Prices on Phu Quoc are 10–20% higher than on the mainland but still affordable. Approximate costs: taxi from the airport to Duong Dong — around 200,000 VND; basic double room — from 500,000 VND; seafood dinner — about 250,000 VND; one-day snorkeling tour — from 734,000 VND; cable car ticket — 750,000 VND.

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Best time to visit

The best time to visit Phu Quoc is the dry season from November to April. During this period, the weather is sunny, the sea is calm, and conditions are ideal for beach holidays, snorkeling, and excursions. The rainy season (May–October) offers lower prices and fewer tourists, but frequent downpours are possible.

Getting there

The main way is by air to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC). Direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City (1 hour), Hanoi, as well as from Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Seoul, Taipei, Hong Kong, and Beijing. You can also get there by high-speed ferry from Ha Tien (1 hour) or Rach Gia (2.5 hours) from the mainland.

Good to know

Currency: Vietnamese dong (VND). Language: Vietnamese; English is understood in tourist areas. Visa: Visa-free entry for 30 days for all citizens when arriving by plane directly to Phu Quoc. Climate: Tropical monsoon, average temperature around 27°C year-round. Transport: Taxis and apps (Grab, XanhSM) are available and inexpensive. Renting a motorbike (~150,000 VND/day) gives you freedom of movement. Walking is convenient in central Duong Dong. Tip: Prices on the island are 10–20% higher than on the mainland, but overall the holiday is budget-friendly.

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The best time is the dry season from November to April: sunny, little rain, ideal for beach and excursions. From May to October is the rainy season, but prices are lower and there are fewer tourists.