This peaceful paradise is located in the warm, turquoise waters of the Gulf of Thailand, just 50kms from the Vietnamese mainland and 50min flight from Ho Chi Minh City.
Accessible all year round with a peak season from November to March, Phu Quoc has become well known for its beautiful beaches, natural environment, simple and relaxed atmosphere, friendly inhabitants, and scuba diving and snorkelling.
Most of the island of Phu Quoc is dedicated to the national park and its protected marine environment. It offers a memorable experience, with lots of exciting activities and places to visit to entertain you during your stay.
What to visit?
- Sao Beach
Long 7km, it is certainly the famous beach of Phu Quoc. You can rent a sunbed for 6€ and enjoy the sun
- Phu Quoc Prison
This former prison is now a museum, which places particular emphasis on the various forms of torture carried out between 1967 and 1973. The tour is quite quick.
- Visit Mong Tay Islet
This small island is part of the archipelago located south of Phu Quoc. To seclude a little and enjoy the beaches
- Ho Quoc Pagoda
Located in the south, this pagoda faces the sea. Come and visit it at sunrise to enjoy the colors of dawn.Activités
What to do?
- Catamaran
To discover the coasts, and you can even stop to snorkel
- The night market
During your stroll at the night market, you will find both food and souvenirs. Ice cream, pearls and shellfish stands are the most numerous!
- Visiting a pepper farm
The island is famous for its numerous pepper farms, which are then sent to the whole country
Where to eat?
$: Bittersweet Bistro - Cocktail. Food and Music
Famous for its great custom cocktails!
Address: Ong Lang beach, Ong Lang, Phu Quoc
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$$: Ganesh Indian Restaurant
The dishes are very hearty, be careful to ask the level of spices!
Address: 97 Tran Hung Dao St, Phu Quoc
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$$$: Ricordo Italian Restaurant
If you want to have a good European meal, this Italian is the ideal with its pizzas
Address: Tran Hung Dao, Mojo Boutique Hotel, 1F, Duong To, Phu Quoc
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Where to stay?
$: Orchid Garden Bungalow
The place is quiet, in the middle of a small tropical garden and close to the beach.
Address: Ba Phong Bridge, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc
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$$: OYO 164 Mely Wow Resort
Small hotel with private bungalows. These are located in the middle of the greenery, facing the two swimming pools. Close to the beaches, the hotel also has a small terrace, ideal for a drink between two outings.
Address: 71/7 Tran Hung Dao, Duong Dong, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc
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$$$: M Resort Phu Quoc
The rooms are spacious and you can have breakfast on your terrace. The pisicine is surrounded by a corner of greenery, for a morning swim at sunrise.
Address: 169 Đưțng Trần Hưng Đạo, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc
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