City hotel guide

Vung Tau

Vung Tau, formerly a coastal city now administratively part of Ho Chi Minh City since July 2025, remains a distinct destination known for its peninsula geography and role as a crude oil extraction hub. While the city status was abolished, the name persists for the southern cape area, offering travelers a blend of industrial heritage and seaside relaxation. It serves as a key getaway from the metropolis, featuring iconic landmarks and beachfront accommodations.

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Best time to visit

☀️ Best months: Jan–Mar, Nov–Dec

Jan29° / 24°💧42mm

Feb30° / 25°💧2mm

Mar30° / 25°💧29mm

Apr31° / 27°💧88mm

May30° / 27°💧178mm

Jun30° / 26°💧146mm

Jul29° / 26°💧230mm

Aug30° / 26°💧162mm

Sep29° / 26°💧262mm

Oct29° / 25°💧228mm

Nov29° / 25°💧81mm

Dec30° / 24°💧24mm

High/low are monthly means, 💧 is mean monthly precipitation (2022–23, Open-Meteo); green = comfortable & drier.

Where to stay

Back Beach (Bãi Sau / Thùy Vân)

Main beach strip, hotels, seafood, busy weekends

Good for First-timers, families, beach, mid-range

Front Beach & City Centre (Bãi Trước)

Harbour views, cafes, ferry pier, central streets

Good for First-timers, short stays, food, business

Small Mountain / Lighthouse Area (Núi Nhỏ)

Hillside views, quieter lanes, near Christ statue

Good for Couples, quiet, views, walkers

Bãi Dâu / Trần Phú Coast

Rocky coast, sea-view resorts, calmer than Bãi Sau

Good for Quiet stays, families, sea views

Hồ Tràm / Hồ Cốc Coast

Resort coast outside town, wide beaches, low-key

Good for Luxury, resorts, quiet, beach breaks

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Getting there & around

From the airport

Vũng Tàu has a small airport mainly used for helicopter/offshore services, so most travelers arrive via Ho Chi Minh City. From Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN), the most practical choices are airport limousine/minibus or private taxi/car to central Vũng Tàu, usually about 2.5-3.5 hours depending on traffic. The fast ferry from Bạch Đằng Wharf in central HCMC to Vũng Tàu takes about 2 hours, but add 30-60+ minutes from SGN to the wharf. Long Thành Airport is closer to Vũng Tàu but should only be used if your booked flight actually arrives there; prebook a car and allow roughly 1.5-2.5 hours.

SGN airport guide (official info · terminals · lounges) →

Around the city

Vũng Tàu has no metro and no useful tourist transit card or city pass. Local buses exist but are limited for first-time visitors, so most trips are by Grab, metered taxi, motorbike taxi, hotel car, bicycle, or walking along the beach/city-centre areas. If renting a scooter, check licence and insurance rules, avoid weekend beach traffic, and use the Vietnamese names Bãi Sau, Bãi Trước, Bãi Dâu, Hồ Tràm with drivers. Ferries are mainly for intercity travel, not getting around town.

As of 2026-06-20 — confirm current schedules/fares with the operator.

Before choosing where to stay

Where to Base

Focus your stay on the southern cape, the heart of the former city. This area offers the highest concentration of hotels and direct beach access, making it the most convenient base for exploring local landmarks and enjoying the coastal atmosphere.

Getting Around

Accessible via land transport from Ho Chi Minh City, the integration into the metropolitan area simplifies logistics. Travelers can easily navigate between the city center and surrounding wards, facilitating efficient trips for both business and leisure purposes.

Best Season

The destination is accessible year-round, though weather conditions vary. For optimal beach experiences and outdoor sightseeing, plan visits during drier periods. As a coastal hub, checking local forecasts ensures the best experience for hotel guests seeking relaxation or exploration.

Nearby attractions

Christ of Vung Tau

Monument2.6 km

sculpture

Cat Lo Naval Base

Historic8.1 km

former joint naval base in Vietnam

Dining

NORI Food - Con Dao Seafood - Belgian Fresh Beer

seafood_restaurant193 m

Seafood

Nhà Hàng Vạn Chài / Van Chai Restaurant

seafood_restaurant333 m

Seafood

Buffet Zô Zô

Restaurant353 m

Restaurant

Sushi Tokyo Restaurant

sushi_restaurant383 m

Sushi

Cái xe cà phê

cafe383 m

Café

Hải Sản Cây Si Quán

Restaurant447 m

Restaurant

Quán Hải Sản Cô Thy

seafood_restaurant483 m

Seafood

Hải Sản Cô Thu Thái Bình

seafood_restaurant496 m

Seafood

Attraction data from Wikidata (CC0) and open sources, ranked by notability and distance — for reference.

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Flights to Vung Tau

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Most-covered hotels in Vung Tau

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Vung Tau

Best time to visit

Where to stay

Back Beach (Bãi Sau / Thùy Vân)

Front Beach & City Centre (Bãi Trước)

Small Mountain / Lighthouse Area (Núi Nhỏ)

Bãi Dâu / Trần Phú Coast

Hồ Tràm / Hồ Cốc Coast

Getting there & around

From the airport

Around the city

Before choosing where to stay

Where to Base

Getting Around

Best Season

Nearby attractions

Christ of Vung Tau

Cat Lo Naval Base

Dining

NORI Food - Con Dao Seafood - Belgian Fresh Beer

Nhà Hàng Vạn Chài / Van Chai Restaurant

Buffet Zô Zô

Sushi Tokyo Restaurant

Cái xe cà phê

Hải Sản Cây Si Quán

Quán Hải Sản Cô Thy

Hải Sản Cô Thu Thái Bình

Airport lounges (SGN)

Flights to Vung Tau

Most-covered hotels in Vung Tau

Ken's House - The Sóng Condotel Vũng Tàu

The IMPERIAL Vung Tau Hotel

Pullman Vung Tau

The Malibu Hotel

The Sóng Vũng Tàu - Shin's Apartment

Marina Bay Vung Tau Resort & Spa

Vias Hotel Vung Tau

Seaside Resort