If Phu Quoc is the “Pearl Island” with glowing beaches and sunlit horizons, then Duong Dong Town is its beating heart. Located on the western coast, it is the administrative, cultural and commercial center of the island, where travelers can encounter a very real Phu Quoc filled with local colors, daily rhythms and modern tourism woven together.

A Day “Living in Duong Dong” Like a Local

Duong Dong is not only a transit point. It is a place to walk, taste, observe and dissolve into the everyday life of the island.

Morning: Markets, Coffee and the Local Pulse

• Start at Duong Dong Market, the biggest market on the island. Here you can wander through stalls selling fresh seafood, tropical fruits, dried specialties and handmade crafts.
• Find a small café by the river or on a quiet street, sip a coffee and watch the town wake up as the smell of sea salt mixes with the early sunlight.
• Walk through family-run shops and specialty stores to understand a little more about local tastes and lifestyle.

Midday: Culture, Architecture and Honest Food

Duong Dong has several cultural and historical stops worth visiting:

• Dinh Cau: a spiritual landmark and a beautiful place to watch the sunset
• Coi Nguon Museum: preserving local history and natural heritage through engaging exhibits
• During your walk, try dishes that represent Phu Quoc’s culinary identity such as bun quay, herring salad, crab rice or fresh seafood from small local eateries.

Evening: Night Market, Lights and the Sound of the Island

• Nothing captures the energy of Duong Dong quite like the night market.
• Phu Quoc Night Market unfolds as a symphony of street food, seafood grills and souvenir stalls. Walking under the warm lights, tasting small dishes and picking up a few gifts creates a travel experience that feels uniquely local.

Where to “Chill and Watch the Sunset” Near Duong Dong

If you want a natural beach experience close to town, Ong Lang Beach or Ba Keo Beach are quiet enough to enjoy the sound of the waves and the slow golden descent of the sun.

Why Stay Near the Heart of Phu Quoc?

Exploring Duong Dong is full of pleasant surprises and reveals a very authentic side of Phu Quoc. Yet to appreciate the island’s contrasts: between movement and stillness, you need the right place to stay, a place not just to sleep but to feel and understand.

WorldHotels Long Beach Resort Phu Quoc is one of those places.

Located on Ba Keo Beach, only around three kilometers from central Duong Dong, the resort offers the best of both worlds: convenient access to the town, and a serene, elegant retreat where emotions can settle after a day of exploration.

During the day you might stroll through the market, walk along the river, and explore the night market. In the evening you will want a place to return to that feels calm and restorative.

At WorldHotels Long Beach Resort Phu Quoc you will find:

• A private beach drenched in sunlight, perfect for sunrise or sunset
• 465 rooms and suites with private balconies, natural light and warm wooden interiors
• Four distinctive pools including an infinity pool facing the sea for quiet, effortless relaxation

You do not need to leave the resort to find a “Phu Quoc feeling”. Right on property is East West Brewing, the island’s first beachfront craft brewery. Here you can:

• Drink freshly brewed beer while listening to the sound of the waves
• Sit at beachfront seats with sand beneath your feet
• Watch the sky shift from bright gold to deep violet in a way that feels honest and slow. It is a kind of “chill” that cannot be replicated, deeply tied to the spirit of the island.

Phu Quoc: Part Movement, Part Stillness

Duong Dong is movement. It is the morning crowds at the market, the smell of dried seafood, the shine of tropical fruits, the strong coffee, the voices of vendors and the warm smiles of locals. There you see a Phu Quoc that is original, ordinary, and irresistibly compelling.

WorldHotels Long Beach Resort Phu Quoc is stillness. It is where you return after wandering through narrow streets and tasting local dishes, after watching the sunset by Dinh Cau. It is where the noise dissolves and the space opens up, allowing you to truly rest and reconnect with your emotions.

Every detail here is intentional, designed to let you experience a colorful Phu Quoc from the outside, and a serene Phu Quoc within your own personal space.