Dreamy beaches
Vung Tau is recognized as a coastal paradise with numerous pure and gorgeous beaches, such as the three listed below:
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Dua Beach: Located on the west side of Nho Mountain, this site is completely separate from the hustle and bustle of the city. Outstanding for its peaceful, simple beauty, Dua Beach was once considered one of the most beautiful Vung Tau beaches.
Dua Beach
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Phuoc Hai Beach: This location is renowned as Vung Tau's oldest fishing town. As you walk along the beach, you will see images of fishermen preparing for a trip to sea. Furthermore, you can blend in with the daily lives of fishermen by experiencing fishing, rowing basket boats, and pulling fish nets. Besides, Phuoc Hai is also the best beach with the “golden hour” which makes you truly feel the beauty of this seacoast.
Phuoc Hai Beach
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Ho Tram Beach: Located 30 kilometers from Vung Tau, Ho Tram is being invested in to become a modern tourist destination with various new entertainment activities. This site is considered a paradise for kitesurfing and windsurfing. The combination of a stunning sea and substantial waves makes Ho Tram an optimal location for engaging in marine sports.
Ho Tram Beach
Stunning coastal spit
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Location: 01 Ha Long Street, Ward 2
Nghinh Phong Cape is a long cape protruding into the sea located in the south of Vung Tau. This place possesses prime scenery, with "in front is the sea, behind is the mountain" which is extremely poetic. The name Nghinh Phong means “catch the wind” so that is why standing here, you can feel the strong winds blowing. From Nghinh Phong Vung Tau Cape, visitors can also look down at two beautiful beaches below: Vong Nguyet Beach and Huong Phong Beach.
Nghing Phong cape
The largest statue of Jesus Christ in Asia
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Location: Thuy Van Street, Ward 2
The Statue of Christ (also known as the Statue of Christ with arms outstretched), built in 1974, is located on the top of Tao Phung Mountain. The statue of Christ has a height of 32m, an arm span of 18.3m, and a height of 170m. There are 133 steps inside, up to the two arms of the statue. Standing here, you can admire a panoramic view of the expansive landscape.
Statue of Jesus Christ
The oldest lighthouse in Southeast Asia
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Location: 01, Ward 2
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Opening time: 7 a.m – 10 p.m
This lighthouse has existed for over 150 years, so it can be recognized as the most ancient one. The architecture here is a cylindrical tower about 18m high, 3m in diameter, and painted completely white in a classical style. Following the spiral staircase up to the balcony at the top of the tower, you will see the beautiful coastal city.
Vung Tau lighthouse
Besides, you should not miss the Co Tien stall situated beneath the lighthouse. You can enjoy delightful soft-boiled eggs and fresh milk on the spot for just about 1 USD.
A must-try food when you visit the lighthouse
Cheap accommodation costs
Most visitors coming to Vung Tau will choose homestays to stay at. The rental price for this accommodation service in Vung Tau ranges from 20.61 - 61.82 USD / room per night. If you go with a large group, this kind of accommodation will be a perfect choice. In addition, if you travel alone or with a small group, you can rent a hotel with an average price of 8.24 - 20.61 USD/room per night.
There are numerous homestays for you to choose
Variety and delicious seafood
A visit to Vung Tau would be incomplete without savoring the delectable seafood offerings that define the essence of the destination. There is a wide range of seafood in Vung Tau like razor clams, oysters, and shrimp. Visitors can eat at Vung Tau seafood markets or seafood restaurants right on the beach at night. Among them, tourists often visit:
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Thanh Phat restaurant is on Tran Phu Street and in the Sao Mai area
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Ganh Hao restaurant at 3 Tran Phu Street
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Le Dung restaurant is on Tran Hung Dao Street.
Seafood in Vung Tau is not only fresh but also cheap
Want to explore further? Check out our post about things to do in Vung Tau.
Here are 6 reasons to answer the question: Is Vung Tau worth visiting? Vung Tau emerges as a multifaceted gem, offering a blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and culinary delights. This city captivates the hearts of travelers seeking a well-rounded and memorable experience. If you want to discover many other beautiful cities in Vietnam, contact us on the New Asia Tours website.
