Hello everyone, today I will take you to explore Phu Quoc Night Market – a food and shopping paradise that you cannot miss when visiting this beautiful island. Let’s experience it together with Melica Resort!
Phu Quoc, the largest island in Vietnam located in the Gulf of Thailand, Kien Giang Province, is famous not only for its stunning beaches but also for its diverse cuisine. One of the most attractive destinations here is Phu Quoc Night Market – a place where you can freely explore local flavors and shop for unique souvenirs.
- Overview of Phu Quoc Night Market
Phu Quoc Night Market, also known as Duong Dong Night Market, used to be on Vo Thi Sau Street but has now moved to Bach Dang Street with a more spacious and vibrant setting. The specific address is No. 6 Bach Dang, Duong Dong Town. Here, you can find a variety of fresh seafood, local specialties, and unique souvenirs.
- How to Get to Phu Quoc Night Market
2.1. Getting to Phu Quoc
There are two main ways to get to Phu Quoc:
- By Air: You can easily book flights from major cities like Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang with ticket prices ranging from 700,000 VND to 4,000,000 VND per trip. The flight time is only about 1-2 hours, very convenient. Don’t forget to check Melica for cheap flights!
- By Road and Ferry: If you prefer an adventure, you can take a bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Rach Gia with ticket prices from 190,000 to 350,000 VND per trip. From Rach Gia or Ha Tien, continue by ferry or high-speed boat to Phu Quoc. The ferry ride takes about 3 hours, while the high-speed boat takes only about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
2.2. Getting to Phu Quoc Night Market
Phu Quoc Night Market is located in the center of Duong Dong Town. You can rent a motorbike, call a taxi, or if nearby, walking can be a very enjoyable option. Melica Resort also offers self-drive car rental services with many suitable options.
- What to Eat and Buy at Phu Quoc Night Market
Phu Quoc Night Market stretches along the Duong Dong River with over 100 stalls, divided into two main areas:
- Area 1 (market entrance): Concentrates on food stalls with all kinds of fresh seafood and Phu Quoc specialties such as dried seafood, sim wine, fish sauce…
- Area 2 (market end): Sells souvenirs, handicrafts, and pearls.
4.1. Seafood Dishes
Seafood is a must-try when visiting Phu Quoc Night Market. Dishes like shrimp, squid, crabs, and snails are cooked on the spot, very fresh, and reasonably priced. Especially, you should try herring salad – a specialty of Phu Quoc. If you like adventures, try horseshoe crab blood pudding, raw sea urchin, or grilled conch.
4.2. Snacks
Phu Quoc Night Market is also famous for its delicious snacks:
- Banh Kheo: A Phu Quoc specialty with green bean, coconut, and taro fillings.
- Grilled Rice Paper: Popular but still very tasty with cheese, scallions, chili, and shredded pork.
- Candy Threads: A malt candy eaten with condensed milk, shredded coconut, and peanuts.
- Toddy Palm Cake: Small, sweet cakes served with coconut milk and shredded coconut.
- Thai Rolled Ice Cream: Ice cream made on a cold pan, served with shredded coconut, peanuts, or gummies.
- Wax Coconut with Toddy Palm: A drink made from wax coconut mixed with toddy palm, crushed ice, sugar, and condensed milk.
4.3. Souvenirs
Besides eating and drinking, you can also buy souvenirs for friends and family:
- Forest Sim Wine: A specialty only found in Phu Quoc.
- Tram Mushroom: Mushrooms with a distinctive aroma and many health benefits.
- Fish Sauce: A famous specialty of Phu Quoc with high protein content and delicious flavor.
- Shell and Snail Souvenirs: Cute, characteristic gifts from the seaside region.
I hope with this information, you will have a memorable trip exploring Phu Quoc Night Market. Don’t forget to share your experience with Melica Resort!