Sunset Town sits at the southern tip of Phu Quoc, near An Thoi, and was built as a themed town in a Mediterranean style, with pastel buildings, a clock tower, plazas and restaurants curved around a bay. Its best-known landmark is Kiss Bridge, a pedestrian bridge that bends out across the water and is designed so you can watch the sun go down. The product linked here is a guided Sunset Town visit that covers the town and its main viewpoints. It is a pleasant, relaxed place for the end of the day. The architecture is as pretty as a stage set, the air is cooler by the water and restaurants and bars along the waterfront start filling as the light fades. Many visitors time their visit for sunset, then stay for a drink or dinner.
Getting there and timing
Sunset Town is in the south, about 45 minutes to an hour from Duong Dong by road, so most visitors arrive by taxi, tour transfer or hired driver. Plan to reach it an hour before sunset, so you have time to walk the plazas, take photographs on Kiss Bridge and find a good spot. Sunset times vary through the year, and dry season skies, from about November to April, are often the clearest. In the wet months, clouds can mute the colours, but dramatic skies can be spectacular too.
What to do
Stroll along the waterfront and across Kiss Bridge, browse the small shops, and choose between cafes, bars and seafood restaurants. The area is also the base for an evening show of water, light and fireworks, described in the next entry, so you can combine sunset with a performance. Prices are higher than in town, so take a look at a few menus. If you stay late, arrange your ride back in advance, because taxis can be harder to find after the show.
Combine it with other stops
Sunset Town fits neatly after a day at the Hon Thom cable car, since both are in the south. A common plan is to ride the cable car in the morning, take the afternoon at the beach, then end with sunset here. It also suits a gentle final evening of your trip.
Be mindful of mosquitoes near the water and wear light, comfortable shoes for the paving. Families will find the area easy to enjoy, though the crowds can be thick at peak sunset and weekends. Ask your driver to wait or agree a pickup time before you go.
Photography and practical tips
Golden hour comes quickly in the tropics, so be in position early, with your camera ready and a plan for where to stand. The bridge itself is narrow at points, so be considerate when others are taking photos. A wide-angle lens or phone panorama shows the curve of the bay, and the blue hour after sunset gives the best colours.
Keep an eye on your belongings in busy places, apply insect repellent, and bring a light layer because sea breezes can feel cool after dark. If you want a quieter view, walk beyond the busiest plaza and look back toward the bay.
What to expect
The experience
A themed waterfront town with plazas, a clock tower, restaurants and the curved Kiss Bridge, best visited at sunset.
Best time
About an hour before sunset in the dry season, from roughly November to April.
How long
Plan two to three hours, including dinner.
Tips
Arrange your ride back in advance, compare menu prices and bring insect repellent.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Couples and photographers who want a colourful sunset setting.
- Families
- Easy and flat, though crowded around sunset.
- Couples
- Walk Kiss Bridge at golden hour and stay for dinner on the waterfront.
- Pair with
- The Kiss of the Sea show and a day at the Hon Thom cable car.
- Time needed
- Two to three hours.
Good questions
Where is Sunset Town?+
At the southern tip of the island near An Thoi, about 45 minutes to an hour from Duong Dong by road.
Is entry free?+
Walking the town is free. The linked tour adds a guide, and shows have separate tickets.
When is the best time?+
About an hour before sunset, which varies through the year.
How do I get back at night?+
Arrange a driver or tour transfer in advance, since taxis can be scarce after shows.
Is it expensive?+
Waterfront restaurants and bars cost more than in town, so check menus first.