Vung Tau, Vietnam
15 Best Things to Do in Vung Tau
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Jesus Christ Statue
Religious siteFree entryThe Jesus Christ Statue in Vung Tau is a monumental religious landmark standing 32 meters tall on the peak of Nui Nho (Small Mountain).
Read our full guide →Front Beach Park
Park & natureFree entryFront Beach Park is a beloved seaside destination in Vung Tau, Vietnam, stretching along the city's main beachfront.
Read our full guide →Back Beach Vung Tau
LandmarkFree entryBack 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.
Read our full guide →Our Lady of Bai Dau Shrine
Religious siteFree entryOur Lady of Bai Dau Shrine, also known as the Statue of Christ the King, is a prominent religious site in Vung Tau, Vietnam.
Read our full guide →Ba Ria – Vung Tau Museum
MuseumThe Ba Ria – Vung Tau Museum is a well-regarded cultural institution located in the city of Vung Tau, Vietnam.
Read our full guide →Chơn Không Monastery
Religious siteFree entryChơn Không Monastery is a tranquil Buddhist retreat located in the coastal city of Vung Tau, Vietnam.
Read our full guide →Monument for War Heroes
LandmarkFree entryThe 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.
Read our full guide →Thuy Van Beach Vung Tau
LandmarkFree entryThuy 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.
Read our full guide →Tao Phùng Park
Park & natureFree entryTao Phùng Park is a beautiful seaside park located on the southern coast of Vung Tau, Vietnam.
Read our full guide →BẾN THUYỀN VŨNG TÀU MARINA
LandmarkFree entryBến Thuyền Vũng Tàu Marina is a bustling marina located along the coast of Vung Tau, a popular beach destination in southern Vietnam.
Read our full guide →Old French Fort
LandmarkFree entryThe Old French Fort, perched atop a hill in Vung Tau, is a well-preserved remnant of French colonial rule in Vietnam.
Read our full guide →Ancient Battery
LandmarkFree entryThe Ancient Battery in Vung Tau is a fascinating military installation dating back to the French colonial period.
Read our full guide →Square
LandmarkFree entryThe 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.
Read our full guide →Long Sơn Island
SightLong Sơn Island is connected to the mainland by a bridge, making it easily accessible from Vung Tau.
Read our full guide →Christ of Vũng Tàu
Religious siteChrist 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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12 outdoor adventures near Vung Tau
Saigon Zoo & Botanical Gardens (64 km away) and more, all within 100 km.
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12 free things to do in Vung Tau
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