VUNG TAU · 2 DAYS
Christ the King · Bach Dinh · Hon Ba Temple · Long Hai
Beach 2 days / 1 night Front & Back Beach Bach Dinh (Villa Blanche) Fresh seafood Best: Nov–Apr (dry)
From Ho Chi Minh City: 96-120km, 2-3 hours. Multiple options:
• Motorbike: 2.5-3h, 100-150k VND (gas) – scenic, flexible
• Bus: 2-2.5h, 120-160k VND – comfortable, many trips
• Speedboat: 1.5h, 200-300k VND – unique experience from Bach Dang Wharf
• Private car: 1.5-2h, 800k-1.2M VND/trip – convenient for groups
City & mountain sights · Christ statue: 133 steps to top (or 800 total if entering statue)
Morning
- 6:00 – Depart from HCMC (early start recommended) [citation:3]
- 8:30 – Arrive Vung Tau, check into hotel [citation:3]
- 9:30 – Breakfast (try Bánh mì xíu mại or local coffee) [citation:3]
- 10:00 – Stroll along Front Beach (Bãi Trước), see fishing boats and harbor [citation:1]
- 11:00 – Visit Bach Dinh (Villa Blanche), French colonial mansion (1898-1902) [citation:1][citation:8]
Afternoon & Evening
- 12:30 – Lunch at seafood restaurant (Gành Hào or local spot) [citation:3]
- 14:00 – Christ the King Statue (Núi Nhỏ) – climb 133 steps (or inside statue before 4pm) [citation:1][citation:8]
- 16:00 – Back Beach (Bãi Sau) – swim, relax, sunbathe [citation:1][citation:8]
- 18:30 – Dinner at Vung Tau Seafood Night Market (Nguyễn An Ninh) [citation:3]
- 20:00 – Evening stroll on Back Beach promenade [citation:1]
- 21:30 – Return to hotel
Pro tip: Christ the King statue allows entry inside until 4pm – you can stand on the shoulders for panoramic views. Bach Dinh has beautiful gardens and a collection of 17th-century Chinese ceramics recovered from shipwrecks [citation:8]. At the night market, try the grilled squid and bánh khọt.
Sunrise at lighthouse · Hon Ba accessible at low tide (check tide schedule)
Morning
- 6:00 – Sunrise at Vung Tau Lighthouse (oldest lighthouse in Vietnam) [citation:1]
- 7:30 – Breakfast (try Bánh khọt Gốc Vú Sữa) [citation:3]
- 8:30 – Nghinh Phong Cape – Heaven’s Gate, yellow brick wall, dramatic cliffs [citation:2][citation:8]
- 9:30 – Pig Hill (Đồi Con Heo) – wild landscape, crape myrtle flowers, souvenir shop [citation:2]
- 10:30 – Hon Ba Temple (island accessible at low tide) – check tide schedule [citation:3][citation:7]
Afternoon & Return
- 12:00 – Lunch in Long Hai (quieter beach, fresh seafood) [citation:1]
- 13:30 – Long Hai Beach – relax, swim, peaceful atmosphere [citation:1]
- 15:00 – Xóm Lưới Market – buy souvenirs, dried squid, salted egg sponge cake [citation:1]
- 16:30 – Prepare for departure
- 17:00 – Depart Vung Tau (arrive HCMC ~7:30-8pm)
Pro tip: Hon Ba Temple is only accessible at low tide – check lunar calendar (best on 14th-15th lunar day) [citation:7][citation:8]. The path is made of oyster shells – wear sturdy shoes. Pig Hill has become famous on social media for its rustic charm and handmade shell souvenirs [citation:2].
Vung Tau must-eat specialties
Bánh khọt: Mini savory coconut milk pancakes with shrimp – Gốc Vú Sữa is famous [citation:3]
Bánh hỏi: Fine rice vermicelli with grilled pork or seafood
Lẩu cá đuối: Stingray hotpot with vegetables and tamarind
Hải sản nướng (grilled seafood): Squid, crab, clams, scallops – night market specialty [citation:3]
Bánh xèo: Crispy pancake with shrimp and bean sprouts
Salted egg sponge cake (bánh bông lan trứng muối): Unique souvenir from Xóm Lưới Market [citation:1]
Night market on Nguyễn An Ninh is best for fresh seafood. Gành Hào restaurant (3 Trần Phú) is a local favorite for seafood hotpot [citation:3].
Vung Tau essentials
Christ the King: Free (donations) · Bach Dinh: ~20k VND
Motorbike rental: 180-200k/day – ask hotel for cheaper options [citation:8]
Pack: Light clothes, swimwear, sturdy shoes for Hon Ba
Camera: Nghinh Phong Cape and Pig Hill are very photogenic
Cash: ATMs available, but night market and small shops prefer cash
Sun protection: Hat, sunglasses, high SPF – beach sun is strong
Tide schedule: Check before visiting Hon Ba (lunar calendar)
Water: Stay hydrated – buy bottled water
New for 2026: Sun World Vung Tau Water Park
Opening February 12, 2026, just in time for Tet! 15-hectare water park with world’s first 10-lane water slide, 348m water coaster, and massive wave pool. Perfect for families and groups [citation:4].
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