Phu Quoc Prison History Museum

A shocking yet deeply important historical site that preserves the dark past of Vietnam’s war history. The territory is large and well-organized, with reconstructed prison barracks, torture areas, and life-sized models showing the harsh conditions and cruel treatment prisoners endured. Walking through the museum feels heavy and emotional — the atmosphere is haunting, with detailed exhibits that make you reflect on human cruelty and suffering. It’s not an easy visit, but it’s an essential one. A place for future generations to learn how brutal war can be, and to remember the importance of peace and humanity.

Visiting Phu Quoc Prison left a deep impression on me. It’s not your typical tourist attraction, but a place where you truly pause and reflect on the horrors humans can inflict on one another. The reconstructions, photos, and stories are confronting and make you think about freedom, humanity, and history. I’m grateful I got to experience this. The museum is a powerful tribute to the resilience of the Vietnamese people. Absolutely worth visiting if you're on Phu Quoc.

A very thought-provoking museum concept. It is essentially a former concentration camp preserved right in the heart of the city. Entrance is free. A unique and deeply moving place that leaves a lasting emotional impression.

It was a memorial place for soldiers of Vietnam. There are 8 shade rooms but many of them were empty. The details are very good if you are interested in history.

Vietnam's independence day symbolizes the nation's sovereignty. Commemorating the 80th anniversary of the national day of the socialist republic of vietnam.

It is a good place to remind people about War. It is heartbroken when some of the mannequins show the horrible torture ways to the prisoners. There is also a small show room with memorable pictures with information about the history of Phu Quoc Island where it used to be a prisoner island. It is easily missed. It is located behind the worship area.

The Phu Quoc Prison History Museum offers a powerful glimpse into Vietnam’s past, with displays and reconstructions that are both educational and thought-provoking. It’s definitely worth a visit if you’re interested in history. Just be sure to avoid going on a very hot day—much of the site is outdoors and can get quite intense in the heat.

Harrowing, but extremely interesting visit. I can't believe the entry is free given the level of detail at the site. I definitely learnt a lot about the brutal history of Vietnam and it was pretty graphic, and not for the feint hearted... I don't think it's suitable for younger children, though young adults would likely find it interesting. For me, what was most chilling was that these events happened in my lifetime 😔 (born 1966) it's hard to comprehend that this happened so recently in history....