Phu Quoc Night Market: A must-visit destination for tourists

Phu Quoc Night Market is an attractive destination that you should not miss when traveling to the Pearl Island. Here, you can freely go shopping, enjoy delicious seafood, and immerse yourself in the vibrant and jubilant atmosphere of Phu Quoc at night. In the article below, let's explore interesting things about Phu Quoc Night Market with Salinda Resort!

How many night markets are there in Phu Quoc?

Phu Quoc has two-night markets: Dinh Cau night market and Phu Quoc night market. However, in 2016, due to several reasons, the Dinh Cau night market was temporarily closed and was merged into the Bach Dang night market in September 2017. After the merger, this market was renamed Phu Quoc Night Market.

Where is Phu Quoc Night Market?

Phu Quoc night market is divided into two areas located along Bach Dang Street.

• Culinary Area 1: This place gathers many food stalls with a variety of dishes, from seafood to snacks, etc.
• Shopping Area 2: Gather souvenir shops and Phu Quoc specialties for you to bring home as gifts.

You can find the Phu Quoc night market on Google Maps at 6 Bach Dang Street, Duong Dong Ward, Phu Quoc.

Which dates and what time does Phu Quoc Market open?

Phu Quoc Night Market is open every day, stalls at the market are usually open from 5:00 p.m., but the busiest time of the market is after 7:00 p.m.

If you come to the night market late, don't worry because the stalls often close after midnight, depending on the number of tourists coming here.

Instructions on how to go to Phu Quoc night market

The night market is located in the center of town and has a parking lot, so you don't need to worry about choosing a means of transportation. Depending on your needs and schedule, you can choose the appropriate vehicle.

In addition, if you are near the market, walking is also an interesting suggestion, so you can exercise gently before and after walking around the market.

Fun and interesting things to discover in the Phu Quoc night market

If you are a food lover and want to explore the culture of each region in Vietnam, the night markets are places you should not miss. Coming to Phu Quoc night market, you will enjoy a variety of specialty dishes, shop for local souvenirs, and immerse yourself in the nightlife of the people here.

Delicious fresh seafood stall

Stepping into the food court, you will be overwhelmed by the variety of seafood stalls. When familiar seafood such as shrimp, squid, crabs, snails, oysters, sea urchins, octopus, etc. are pre-prepared or grilled on the spot, the aroma radiating around creates an irresistible appeal.  

A big plus point that attracts tourists to the Phu Quoc night market seafood area is the reasonable prices and clear listing. Prices range from 15,000 VND to 50,000 VND per dish, depending on the type of seafood.

For fresh seafood, prices may change by day or season, but the restaurant's staff will always quote specific prices to visitors before processing to ensure transparency and reputation.

A paradise of delicious snacks

After enjoying a round of your favorite seafood dishes, dessert is served with a variety of snacks such as candy, Thai rolled ice cream, banh tac, grilled rice paper, palm beefcake, and pickled wax coconut, etc.

• Candy is made from malt and spun into delicate threads, which can add a variety of colors and flavors. Thread candy is often combined with shredded coconut and rice paper. You will feel the sweet, greasy taste mixed with the aroma of coconut and the crunchiness of rice paper.

• Thai rolled ice cream is made from fresh ingredients such as fruit, milk, and ice cream, skillfully rolled on an ice pan, with a fragrant, thick flavor that is very suitable for dessert after eating seafood dishes.

• Grilled rice paper can be found everywhere in the night market. The harmonious combination of the crispy taste of rice paper and the rich flavor of various toppings, such as quail eggs, sausages, beef jerky, and ground meat, creates a unique dish.

• Banh Kheo attracts tourists because it is pretty, has many cute shapes, and has a sweet but not boring flavor.

• Palmyra beefcake is made from palmyra trees. Beefcake has a sweet, soft taste combined with fatty coconut and cool palm juice, creating a unique and attractive dessert.

• Waxed coconut palm jaggery is prepared by combining wax coconut, palm jaggery juice, shaved ice, and some other toppings such as dried coconut, roasted peanuts, roasted sesame,... After enjoying this dish, you will feel the sweetness of waxed coconut, the greasy taste of palm juice, the crunchiness of shaved ice, and the rich taste of toppings.

Buy souvenirs and Phu Quoc specialties as gifts

After exploring the food court, at the end of the market, you can easily see souvenir stalls selling gifts for relatives and family.

Specialties you can refer to include:

• Sim forest wine: this is a type of wine made from ripe sim fruit and is especially available only in Phu Quoc. In addition to its delicious taste, this wine is also very good for the digestive tract, supports blood circulation, is good for tendons and bones, etc.

• Phu Quoc pepper: The pepper here is famous for its spicy taste, thin skin, dense flesh, and more aroma than pepper from other places.

• Phu Quoc fish sauce: fish sauce is a famous spice in Vietnam. Phu Quoc fish sauce has been famous for a long time for its high protein content and unique, delicious smell and taste.

• Dried seafood: Many types of fresh seafood, such as shrimp, squid, crabs, etc., are dried and packed into small bags by people for easy storage and carrying while still retaining the sweet, chewy flavor of each item. type.

• Handicraft products: Beautiful jewelry and decorations handmade by people from pearls, bottles, shells, etc. are sold at market stalls for you to choose from.

What should you keep in mind when going to the Phu Quoc night market?

Phu Quoc night market is often quite crowded, so you need to take the following notes:

• Avoid eating too much of one dish to have the opportunity to try many other dishes at the night market.
• Consult a local or check the exact address to avoid confusion between night markets.
• Ask the price before buying to avoid being "cheated" and enjoy reasonable prices at the night market.
• Choose comfortable clothes and prioritize crowded restaurants, which are usually places that serve delicious and reputable dishes.
• When buying specialties as gifts, choose reputable sellers to avoid buying poor-quality goods or fake or counterfeit goods.

Hotels near Phu Quoc Night Market

If you want to experience walking to Phu Quoc Night Market, you can choose hotels in the area of Tran Hung Dao Street, April 30, Nguyen Trung Truc, Bach Dang, etc. Some hotels you can refer to are:

• Seashells Phu Quoc Hotel & Spa: 1 Vo Thi Sau, Duong Dong Ward, Phu Quoc Island, Kien Giang Province, Reference price: 1,819,000 VND/night, only 300m from the night market.
• M Hotel Phu Quoc: 46 Tran Hung Dao, Duong Dong Ward, Phu Quoc Island, Kien Giang Province, Reference price: 510,000 VND/night, only 500m from the night market.
• Varia Hotel: 5 April 30 Street, Duong Dong Ward, Phu Quoc Island, Kien Giang Province, Reference price: 706,000 VND/night, only 200m from the night market.
• Blue Sky Phu Quoc Hotel: 65 April 30 Street, Duong Dong Ward, Phu Quoc Island, Kien Giang Province, Reference price: 510,000 VND/night, 450m from the night market.
• Cat Loi Phu Quoc Hotel: 6 Tran Hung Dao Street, TT. Duong Dong, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang, Reference price: 550,000 VND/night, 300m from the night market.

In addition, if you want to choose a 5-star luxury resort near Phu Quoc Night Market, Salinda Resort is the choice you can refer to. With a distance of only 10 minutes by car, traveling to the night market as well as other tourist attractions is easier than ever.

With outstanding features such as a prime location right on the west coast of Phu Quoc island, a beautiful beach and view, luxurious space design, and a diverse service system such as an infinity pool and a relaxing spa, luxury restaurants, modern entertainment areas, etc. Salinda is always ready to bring visitors the best services.

Hopefully, with the useful information that Salinda Resort just shared, you can comfortably visit Phu Quoc Night Market on your upcoming trip.

Salinda Resort wishes you a wonderful vacation in Phu Quoc!