Vung Tau, Vietnam

15 Best Things to Do in Vung Tau

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  1. Jesus Christ Statue

    Religious siteFree entry

    The Jesus Christ Statue in Vung Tau is a monumental religious landmark standing 32 meters tall on the peak of Nui Nho (Small Mountain).

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  2. Front Beach Park

    Park & natureFree entry

    Front Beach Park is a beloved seaside destination in Vung Tau, Vietnam, stretching along the city's main beachfront.

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  3. Back Beach Vung Tau

    LandmarkFree entry

    Back Beach (Bãi Sau) is Vung Tau's most famous stretch of coastline, known for its wide, sandy shore and calm waters ideal for swimming and family outings.

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  4. Our Lady of Bai Dau Shrine

    Religious siteFree entry

    Our Lady of Bai Dau Shrine, also known as the Statue of Christ the King, is a prominent religious site in Vung Tau, Vietnam.

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  5. Ba Ria – Vung Tau Museum

    Museum

    The Ba Ria – Vung Tau Museum is a well-regarded cultural institution located in the city of Vung Tau, Vietnam.

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  6. Chơn Không Monastery

    Religious siteFree entry

    Chơn Không Monastery is a tranquil Buddhist retreat located in the coastal city of Vung Tau, Vietnam.

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  7. Monument for War Heroes

    LandmarkFree entry

    The Monument for War Heroes, also known as the Jesus Christ Statue or Christ the King, is a towering 32-meter statue standing on Nui Nho (Small Mountain) in Vung Tau.

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  8. Thuy Van Beach Vung Tau

    LandmarkFree entry

    Thuy Van Beach, often called Back Beach by locals, is the longest and most developed beach in Vung Tau, stretching along the eastern coast of the city.

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  9. Tao Phùng Park

    Park & natureFree entry

    Tao Phùng Park is a beautiful seaside park located on the southern coast of Vung Tau, Vietnam.

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  10. BẾN THUYỀN VŨNG TÀU MARINA

    LandmarkFree entry

    Bến Thuyền Vũng Tàu Marina is a bustling marina located along the coast of Vung Tau, a popular beach destination in southern Vietnam.

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  11. Old French Fort

    LandmarkFree entry

    The Old French Fort, perched atop a hill in Vung Tau, is a well-preserved remnant of French colonial rule in Vietnam.

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  12. Ancient Battery

    LandmarkFree entry

    The Ancient Battery in Vung Tau is a fascinating military installation dating back to the French colonial period.

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  13. Square

    LandmarkFree entry

    The Square in Vung Tau, officially known as Front Beach Park or Cong Vien Bai Truoc, is a spacious open area along the city's main beachfront.

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  14. Long Sơn Island

    Sight

    Long Sơn Island is connected to the mainland by a bridge, making it easily accessible from Vung Tau.

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  15. Christ of Vũng Tàu

    Religious site

    Christ the King of Vũng Tàu is a 32-meter-tall statue of Jesus standing on Mount Nhỏ in Vũng Tàu, Vietnam.

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