A seaside peninsula city with beaches, the Christ the King statue, a lighthouse and a large seafood scene.
Vung Tau is the coastal city most residents of Ho Chi Minh City treat as their weekend beach. Highlights include the 32 m Christ the King statue on Small Mountain, the colonial lighthouse and the Niet Ban Tinh Xa Buddhist complex. Hydrofoils from Bach Dang Wharf run several times a day, and coaches depart from Mien Dong.
A day trip is feasible but leaves little beach time; an overnight stay is more comfortable.
| Distance | About 100 km / 62 miles |
|---|---|
| Travel time | 1.5-2.5 hours each way |
| Getting there | Hydrofoil from Bach Dang Wharf, limousine van, or private car |
| Cost | Hydrofoil about 200,000-300,000 VND (~$7.60-11.41) |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Address | Vung Tau, Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province |
How to get there
- Hydrofoil from Bach Dang Wharf (about 200,000-300,000 VND / ~$7.60-11.41)
- Limousine van (about 150,000-250,000 VND / ~$5.70-9.51)
- Private car (about 1,800,000-2,300,000 VND / ~$68.44-87.45)
Location
Vung Tau, Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province
10.3460, 107.0843 View on map
Highlights
- 32 m Christ the King statue on Small Mountain
- Colonial lighthouse views
- Niet Ban Tinh Xa Buddhist complex
- Beaches and seafood restaurants
Tips for visiting
- Hydrofoils leave Bach Dang Wharf several times a day for about 200,000-300,000 VND.
- Limousine vans from the city cost about 150,000-250,000 VND.
- Weekends are crowded with city residents; weekdays are quieter.
- Consider an overnight stay for more beach time.
- Climb the Christ the King statue early to avoid the heat.
When to visit
November to April is driest; weekdays and early arrivals avoid weekend crowds.
Accessibility
The beaches and promenade are mostly flat, but the statue and lighthouse involve many steps.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Vung Tau?
Take a hydrofoil from Bach Dang Wharf, a limousine van, or a coach from Mien Dong.
Is a day trip enough?
A day trip is feasible but leaves little beach time; an overnight stay is more comfortable.
How long is the journey?
It takes about 1.5-2.5 hours each way depending on transport and traffic.