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VuiFest Night Market Guide: What to eat, what to do, and best check-in spots

Southern

Phu Quoc - Kien Giang

Sunset Town

Sovaba.travel

Updated at: 28/08/2026

1. Where is VuiFest Night Market Phu Quoc?

VuiFest night market is located in Sunset Town, An Thoi Ward, Phu Quoc City, Kien Giang Province – a southern area of the island famous for its stunning sunset views. Thanks to its prime location, VuiFest is only about 700m away from Kiss Bridge and right near Sunset Town beach, making it very convenient to combine sightseeing and entertainment in the same itinerary.

Popular Ways to Get There

  • Motorbike Rental: This is the most flexible and economical option. From the center of Duong Dong, you travel about 29km (40–45 minutes) along route DT975, then turn onto Nguyen Van Cu Street to reach Sunset Town. Bike rental prices range from 120,000 – 180,000 VND/day, and it is easy to find parking spots near the market.
  • Taxi/Grab: Suitable for large groups or families. Travel cost from Duong Dong to VuiFest is around 300,000 – 400,000 VND/ride, ensuring speed and convenience.
  • Free Shuttle Bus: If you have purchased admission tickets for Sun World Hon Thom, you can take advantage of the free shuttle bus to get to the Sunset Town area, which is very convenient and cost-effective.

To find the fastest route, you just need to search on Google Maps using keywords; this area features spacious parking and good security, ensuring safety for visitors even in the evening.

VuiFest night market located in Sunset Town
Photo: VuiFest night market located in Sunset Town 

2. Opening hours and ideal itinerary to experience VuiFest Night Market

To have a complete experience at VuiFest night market, choosing the right time to visit plays a very important role. The market operates daily from 6 PM to 11 PM, though some stalls start opening early from 4 PM – 5 PM, allowing visitors to tour and check in starting in the late afternoon.

"Golden" Hours You Shouldn't Miss

  • 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM: An ideal time to watch the sunset over the Phu Quoc sea and quickly check in when the light is best.
  • 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM: The most vibrant time slot, perfect for enjoying street food with a wide variety of attractive dishes. This is also when the stalls are busiest.
  • 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM: Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the famous “Kiss of the Sea” show combined with a fireworks display at around 9:30 PM every night – a special experience in Sunset Town.
  • After 10:00 PM: The space becomes quieter, perfect for a relaxing stroll along the beach and enjoying the cool night atmosphere.

Note: On weekends and holidays, tourist numbers increase significantly, so you should arrive early to avoid crowds and long waits.

3. What to eat at VuiFest Night Market?

One of the most attractive highlights at VuiFest night market is its rich culinary area, bringing together the essence of fresh Phu Quoc specialties along with unique street food from all three regions of Vietnam and international cuisine. Most dishes are prepared on the spot, ensuring freshness, with reasonable prices ranging from 50,000 – 300,000 VND/dish, suitable for various visitors.

"Must-Try" Dishes

  • Phu Quoc Stirring Noodle Soup (Bun Quay): A signature dish with rich ocean-flavored broth, especially highlighted by the fun experience of mixing your own dipping sauce right at the counter. Reference price: 35,000 – 45,000 VND.
  • Herring Salad (Goi Ca Trich): Fresh flavor, balanced between sour, sweet, and savory, served with fresh herbs and rice paper, beloved by tourists. Price: 60,000 – 80,000 VND.
  • Fresh Seafood Grilled on the Spot: Seafood options such as Ham Ninh flower crabs, lobsters, squid, clams, and sea urchins are selected directly at the counter and prepared to order (grilled with scallion oil, sautéed in tamarind, etc.). Price ranges: 150,000 – 300,000 VND/kg.
  • Traditional Snacks: Grilled pork sausage (nem nuong), Vietnamese savory pancakes (banh xeo, banh can)... always piping hot, aromatic, and rich in Vietnamese flavors.
  • International Cuisine: Visitors can also enjoy dishes like Italian pizza, Greek gyros, grilled BBQ skewers, and burgers, catering to diverse tastes.
  • Desserts & Sweets: Options like traditional sweet soups (che), macapuno coconut (dua sap), local pastries (banh kheo), and Phu Quoc thread candy (keo chi) are perfect to round off your culinary journey.
  • Beverages: From German craft beer, creative cocktails to fresh fruit smoothies, with prices ranging from just 20,000 – 80,000 VND.

The cuisine at VuiFest night market is not only delicious but also diverse, deserving to be a highlight that makes any visitor want to return multiple times.

4. Vibrant entertainment activities at VuiFest Night Market

More than just a night market, VuiFest Phu Quoc brings the atmosphere of a colorful street festival, where visitors can enjoy food and drinks while experiencing unique artistic performances right in a romantic oceanfront setting.

Highlighted Entertainment Activities

  • Loang Xoang Show: This is a unique street performance show using recycled kitchen utensils to create lively sounds and fun rhythms. Beyond entertainment, the show conveys a meaningful message about environmental protection. Notably, the program is free and runs continuously, making it easy for visitors to enjoy.
  • "Kiss of the Sea" Show & Fireworks: As one of the grandest multimedia shows in Vietnam, the program takes place around 9:30 PM every evening, recreating the legendary love story between the Sea God and the Fire Goddess. The most impressive highlight is the magnificent 7-minute fireworks display over the sea, bringing an unforgettable experience to visitors.
  • Other Entertainment Activities: In addition, VuiFest features many attractive activities such as gentle acoustic music, artistic fire dancing, lively DJs, or simply taking a stroll along the beach to listen to the ocean waves in the cool night air.

Importantly, VuiFest is considered one of the rare night markets in the world where you can shop, enjoy cuisine, and watch daily fireworks displays at the same time—a unique experience hard to find anywhere else.

Performance shows at VuiFest night market
Photo: Performance shows at VuiFest night market 

5. Where to take beautiful photos at VuiFest Night Market?

If you are a photo enthusiast, VuiFest Phu Quoc will definitely fill your camera memory with countless check-in corners impressively designed from start to finish throughout the market.

Best Photography Spots

  • VUI-FEST Welcome Gate: The wave-shaped LED light frame combined with container graffiti creates a modern background that stands out most when photographed at night.
  • Coastal Area & Seating: Direct view of the glittering Kiss Bridge, ideal for capturing magnificent sunset moments or light reflections on the water surface.
  • Stalls Area & Food Court: Warm yellow lights create a beautiful bokeh effect, very suitable for artistic food photography.
  • Loang Xoang Show Stage: A creative, colorful space, especially fun for taking photos with the performing artists.
  • Area Near Kiss Bridge: Just a few hundred meters away, this is an ideal spot to photograph the bridge when it lights up at night.

VuiFest is not only a place for fun but also a "virtual living paradise", where you can easily bring home impressive and emotion-filled photos.

6. Important tips when visiting VuiFest Night Market

To fully enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at VuiFest night market, you should thoroughly prepare a few essential things to avoid unnecessary inconveniences during your visit.

Useful Tips

  • Bring cash as not all stalls support bank transfers
  • Wear comfortable shoes for convenient movement around the large area
  • Limit plastic bags, prioritizing eco-friendly cloth bags
  • Follow the performance schedule on the VuiFest Bazaar fanpage so you don't miss special shows and fireworks
  • Families with small children should take care when choosing dishes, especially spicy food or raw seafood
  • Combine with watching the "Kiss of the Sea" show, considering VIP grandstand tickets if you want a great viewing spot

In short, with just a little preparation before your trip, your VuiFest exploration experience will be much more convenient, comfortable, and memorable.

Dining at street restaurants
Photo: Dining at street restaurants 

With a vibrant atmosphere, diverse cuisine, unique entertainment activities, and countless impressive check-in spots, VuiFest night market is truly an unmissable destination when visiting Sunset Town Phu Quoc. Whether you are a foodie, passionate about photos, or simply want to enjoy a relaxing evening by the sea, VuiFest can deliver a memorable experience. To make your journey of discovery more convenient and complete, you can choose an all-inclusive Sunset Town tour with Sovaba Travel. The tour is optimally designed with a reasonable itinerary, taking you to experience all the highlights such as Kiss Bridge, the "Kiss of the Sea" show, VuiFest night market, along with professional shuttle services and tour guides. This is an ideal solution to help you save time and money while fully enjoying the beauty of Southern Phu Quoc Island.

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