Phu Quoc in a nutshell
Phu Quoc is an island off the southwest coast of Vietnam. The national tourism organization highlights its beaches, fishing villages, pepper plantations and fish sauce production. Visitors add a cable car to Hon Thom, the Sunset Town waterfront, boat trips to the An Thoi islands and two large parks, VinWonders and the Vinpearl Safari.
This guide is independent. It is not run by a tourism authority, Sun World, VinWonders or any tour operator. It collects 2026 prices, opening times and entry rules, and it says plainly where sources disagree.
What changed in 2026
Where older guides are out of date.
The night market is in flux
The contract for the Bach Dang market in Duong Dong ended on 31 December 2025. October 2026 reports describe a smaller market at 54 Nguyen Trai and, elsewhere, activity on Bach Dang. Do not plan a whole evening around the old riverfront market.
Night market status →Park prices differ by source
Operator pages list VinWonders at VND 1,050,000 for adults and the Safari from VND 950,000. A January 2026 notice and older articles show lower figures. Check the price on the day.
VinWonders and Safari →Life jackets before departure
After a boat accident in July 2026, the transport authority of An Giang province requires passengers to wear life jackets before the boat leaves. Choose operators who enforce it.
Boat trips →Ferries and a new show season
On 14 August 2026 ferries between Rach Gia or Ha Tien and Phu Quoc were suspended for a time because of wind and waves. Symphony of the Sea, season 3, is announced for 10 November 2026 at Sunset Town.
Sunset Town →Our picks: Phu Quoc tours
A snorkeling trip in the south, the Hon Thom cable car and a street food tour.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Southern islands snorkeling by speedboat
A speedboat for up to 10 people with an English-speaking guide, snorkeling gear, life jackets, water, fruit and juice. Hotel pickup covers central Duong Dong, Bai Truong and An Thoi; holiday surcharges cost extra.
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Hon Thom cable car and Aquatopia ticket
The round-trip cable car ride, Aquatopia depending on the ticket option and Kiss Bridge. A guide is not included.
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Street food tour in Duong Dong
An English-speaking guide and transport during the tour. Food comes with the option you pick; two beers and water are included only in the all-inclusive option.
Check availability →Phu Quoc tours and tickets
Island trips, snorkeling, cable car tickets and park entries, with live prices and availability.
Plan your trip
Start with the topic that matters most to you.
Things to do in Phu Quoc
Twelve ideas from beaches and the cable car to boat trips and parks.
Beaches on Phu Quoc
Eight beaches from Sao and Long Beach to Bai Dai.
The Hon Thom cable car
Prices, hours and what the ticket includes.
Sunset Town
Kiss Bridge, the evening show and the bazaar.
Snorkeling and island hopping
Trips to the An Thoi islands and what to check.
VinWonders and the Safari
Tickets, opening times and how the two parks differ.
Entry rules and getting here
According to the foreign ministry's exemption list (published June 2025), foreigners flying to Phu Quoc may stay up to 30 days without a visa. That includes a stay in the transit area of another international Vietnamese border crossing before the onward trip to the island. It does not cover an open-ended mainland holiday. German citizens can also stay 45 days visa-free across Vietnam since 15 March 2025, with a passport valid for at least six months. An e-visa is available for up to 90 days, listed at USD 25 for a single and USD 50 for multiple entries. Rules depend on your passport and route, so check before you travel.
Phu Quoc International Airport (VVPQ) has been run by Sun Airport since 1 January 2026. The airport lists ride-hailing to Duong Dong at about 20 to 25 minutes and an estimated VND 150,000 to 220,000, and to An Thoi at 25 to 30 minutes and VND 200,000 to 250,000. VinBus lines 17, 19 and 20 serve the airport, Grand World and Bai Vong port, but fares and free-ride terms differ between sources, so check before you board.
Weather and where to stay
Two decisions that shape the trip.
Weather and best time
Monthly rainfall and average temperature for the island.
Where to stay
Duong Dong, the south and the north-west compared.
The night market
What is known about the Duong Dong market today.
Rain is the main variable. The Japan Meteorological Agency shows 20.6 mm in February against 542.3 mm in September, but these are monthly totals and not forecasts.
Beyond the island
You can combine Phu Quoc with other places in Vietnam. Nha Trang on the central coast offers beaches, island trips and its own VinWonders. Hoi An is known for its old town. Can Tho is the base for the Mekong Delta, and ferries to Phu Quoc leave from Rach Gia and Ha Tien on the mainland.
Phu Quoc: frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Phu Quoc?
The national tourism organization recommends November to April. Monthly rainfall from the Japan Meteorological Agency is far lower in January and February than in September and October. Transition months are not reliably dry. See the weather page.
Do I need a visa for Phu Quoc?
Foreigners arriving on Phu Quoc may stay up to 30 days without a visa, according to the foreign ministry's list. German citizens can stay 45 days visa-free across Vietnam. An e-visa lasts up to 90 days. Check the rules for your passport before you travel.
Is Phu Quoc a UNESCO World Heritage site?
No. UNESCO lists Kien Giang as a biosphere reserve under its Man and the Biosphere programme, which is not the same as World Heritage status.
Is the night market still open?
The contract for the old Bach Dang site ended at the end of 2025, and reports from October 2026 differ. Read the night market page and check on the day.
How much is the cable car?
The Tet 2026 price list shows VND 850,000 for adults and VND 700,000 for children 1.00 to 1.40 m, with children under 1.00 m free. The ticket includes Aquatopia and Exotica. See the cable car page.
Is this the tourism authority's website?
No. visitphuquoc.org is an independent travel guide with no link to any authority, Sun World, VinWonders or tour operator.