Christ of Vung Tau
Nui Nho Mountain 1.5 hrs
Climb to the top of the towering Christ statue for panoramic coastal views.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Tropical
Languages
Vietnamese and English
Local currency
VND
(VND)
Local time
(GMT+7)
Ideal trip length
2–4 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Back Beach
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Not customary but appreciated for good service.
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
72 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Banh Khot
Seafood Hotpot
Goi Ca Mai
Banh Bong Lan Trung Muoi
When to visit Vung Tau
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: February
Busiest: Dec-Feb
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Jan85
Dry, sunny, cool
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Feb88
Dry, sunny, pleasant
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Mar85
Dry, sunny, warm
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Apr80
Hot, dry, humid
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May70
Start of rainy season
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Jun65
Rainy, humid, warm
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Jul65
Rainy, humid, warm
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Aug68
Rainy, humid, warm
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Sept70
Rainy, humid, warm
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Oct75
End of rainy season
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Nov80
Dry, sunny, pleasant
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Dec85
Dry, sunny, cool
Things to do in Vung Tau
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Hon Ba Island Temple
Front Beach 1 hr
Walk across the tidal causeway to visit a small temple on an island.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Vung Tau Lighthouse
Nui Nho Mountain 1 hr
Explore the historic lighthouse and enjoy stunning vistas of the city and sea.
White Palace (Bạch Dinh)
Front Beach 1.5 hrs
Discover the elegant French colonial villa with historical exhibits and gardens.
Best in the evening
1 place
Fresh Seafood Market
Ben Dinh Market 2 hrs
Savor incredibly fresh local seafood at bustling markets or beachfront restaurants.
Any time of day
2 places
Back Beach (Bãi Sau)
Back Beach 3 hrs
Relax on the expansive sandy shores, swim, or enjoy water sports.
Cable Car to Ho May Park
Nui Lon Mountain 3 hrs
Ride a scenic cable car to an amusement park atop Nui Lon mountain.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Vung Tau
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Shore Excursion: Long Tan Cross, Long Phuoc Tunnels and Vung Tau City Tour
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Standard tour
Explore the Fascinating Mekong - Private Ho Chi Minh Shore Excursions
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Standard tour
Explore the Insider of Ho Chi Minh on the back of Motorbike - Shore Excursions
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Unstructured tour
Private Transfer: Co Ong Airport to/from Con Dao
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Multi day tour
Meditation Retreat 3 days 2 nights in Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
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Unstructured tour
Vung Tau to Ho Chi Minh Airport (SGN) -Departure Private Transfer
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Unstructured tour
Vung Tau to Ho Chi Minh Airport (SGN) Departure Private Transfer
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Activity tour
Full Day Experience to Farm and Chocolate
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Vung Tau
Straight-line distance from the centre of Vung Tau.
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