Things to do & places to visit in Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province, Vietnam

Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province #17 destination in Vietnam 2023. The average rating score is 4.23 based on 4.124 traveler reviews, of 89 attractions. Timezone: Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh, current date and time: Monday, May 13, 2024, 11:45.

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General weather summary in May

90°F - 82°F

Temperature Highs - Lows

Very warm with a gentle breeze

Feels like

54%

Chance of rain

159.0 millimeters

Amount

11.4 mph

Wind speed

74%

Humidity

12.6

Daylight length

5:29 AM

Sunrise

6:05 PM

Sunset

20%

Cloud cover

Sleeveless shirt, rain coat and rain boots

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Top things to do (38)

Top destinations in Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province 24

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5.0 The Robert Taylor Museum Of Worldwide Arms (194 reviews)
- Bob & his wife Trang are very welcoming along with the great staff.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality Museums

Arguably the best & most expensive collection of arms, uniforms, swords & historical items worldwide. Situated in beautiful Vung Tau, Vietnam this museum is a true eyeopener to hundreds of years of war history. Well worth a visit. See more..
5.0 Maia Spa and Wellness (74 reviews)
- Highly recommend!!!!
Monday: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Health Clubs • Spas

If you are seeking the ultimate indulgence experience in a luxury environment with professional and talented therapists, then Maia Spa is your destination in Vung Tau. Located on level 2 of Fusion Suites, you will discover two floors of extensive spa facilities with a tempting selection of treatments, therapies and beauty services, this is the place to get away from it all. We proudly use Thalgo luxury products and we feature a number of signature treatments including Sea Salt Therapies to boost the immune system and give your complexion a glow, plus a range of east and west wellness rituals, reflexology, high-tech fitness studio, pool, jacuzzi and yoga room. Treatments include infrared sauna and jacuzzi/pool access. There are also exclusive membership packages available. Fusion Hotels and Resorts are renowned for their focus on a healthy lifestyle and a total wellbeing experience. See more..
5.0 Con Dao Experience (20 reviews)
- An amazingly well organized and professional experience
Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Scuba & Snorkelling • Historical & Heritage Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours

If you are visiting Con Dao Islands, then i cannot recommend more hoghly then to book tours with the Con Dao Experience company, which is owned by the extremely knowledgeable and professional Ms Ha. I justnhad the most amazing time snorkelling and exploring the reef om what was an extremely well organized tour, with a super friendly and knowledgeable host. On our journey into the waters of Com Dao island, we explored the reef systems of the island, witnessing many different types of fishnand marine lifes in their natural habitats... We even spooted some sea turtles swimming in the ocean on our way back! Highly recommended, professionals and with good qualiry equipment, snacks and drimks were provided... And i would definately recommend the tours and excusions of The Con Dao Experience company! See more..
5.0 Binon Cacao Park (18 reviews)
- Choco galore
Monday: Spent 2-3 hours Farms

Cacao plant is fickle and only able to grow in the cocoa belt within 10° of the equator, far from the European countries most known for their chocolate. Tropical Vietnam sits right within this region, resulting in a resource that only recently has been put to the use it deserves. We, Binon Cacao Park is located in , Ba Ria Vung Tau, Vietnam. a 2 hour drive from Ho Chi Minh. With the aim to revitalize the region and cacao farming , churning our Farm to Bar Cacao products for consumer , In addition, We are also striving for ecotourism, ,combining the experience of sightseeing , learning, to create an agritourism hot spot. We are always looking to expand on new possibilities for cacao farming industry. The large open space area where BInon Cacao Park located is not only meant to be used a cacao farm ando post harvest processing , but it has a factory as well as a lovely cafe and shop for tourists to enjoy themselves upon visiting. Every staff here always welcome tourists comming. See more..
5.0 Hang Duong Cemetary (16 reviews)
- Peaceful
Monday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Cemeteries

A must visit in Con Dao! A peaceful cemetary. Most vietnamese come to Con Dao just for the purpose to pay their respect to the thousands whom had been executed in Con Dao prison. Especially the grave of Vo Thi Sau, a National Revolutionary Martyr who is venerated by the Vietnamese as an ancestral spirit, and has amassed almost a cult-like following of devotees. If you visit at night around 9pm-12pm, u will see busloads of devotees. Remember to be respectful and wear appropriate attire. See more..
5.0 Yhi Spa (13 reviews)
- Part of relaxation week
Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Spas

Discover our YHI Spa to invigorate your senses, purify your body, balance your mind and elevate your soul. Exclusive spa service with innovative new treatments for the purification of the body, balance of the mind and cultivation of the soul. A total experience for the five senses located within the hotel. See more..
5.0 Bai Nhat Beach (12 reviews)
- The best beach in Con Dao
Beaches

This is a gorgeous little beach. The sand is white, the water is crystal clear and turquoise. It’s located on the way to Ben Dam. There is a little track down to it off the main road. We parked our scooter by the side of the road. Lonely Planet says the beach is only exposed at low tide but there is now soft sand above the tide line. We had one of the best swims ever! The scenery is spectacular. See more..
5.0 Con Dao Trip (8 reviews)
- Baby turtles and tour to the island
Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Historical & Heritage Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Kayaking & Canoeing

Amazing experience with boat to the island in front of Con Dao. We saw baby turtles heading to the sea and we did some great snorkeling in incredibly clean water. The guide conducted a great tour and he organized for us a barbecue in the garden of our hotel, with the fish we took in the local market. He also prepared an amazing salad, some Vietnamese sauces and dishes. We could not desire more. He was very friendly and we will remember this experience for long time. Thanks again!! See more..
5.0 Nha Seo Fì / Seo Fi House (8 reviews)
- Wonderful!
Monday: 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums

Bunch of optical illusions for you to interact with and learn that "seeing is believing" is not always true. Selfie House Coffee is a unique in Vung Tau city! See more..
4.5 Christ The King Statue (847 reviews)
- Make the effort and climb the steps
Monuments & Statues

We enjoyed going to this attraction as part of a day trip to Vung Tau Beach. There are 1000 steps to the top of the statue and it is well worth making the effort to reach the top. There are great views from up there and the artwork and other statues around the site are very well done. See more..
4.5 Dam Trau Beach (166 reviews)
- Best beach on the island
Beaches

We scoped out a few beaches on the island, but this was our favourite! The beach is spotless, no rubbish when we were there, unlike some other beaches. There are a couple of restaurants, we got some drinks and seafood noodles, the portion was big enough for 2 people to share for lunch. The only quirk here is it’s next to the airport so you see the planes coming in. We liked it and the planes really weren’t that load at all. See more..
4.5 Con Dao Dive Center (122 reviews)
- Great diving
Scuba & Snorkelling

Came to Con Dao specifically to dive and was not disappointed. Reef was good with plenty to see. Dive team were excellent and really friendly. They were able to adapt to all experience of the people diving and booking and payment was very straight forward. Would highly recommend as it is the best diving in Vietnam. See more..
4.5 Duc Me Bai Dau (86 reviews)
- Peaceful
Religious Sites

I found it very peaceful here. The grounds/gardens are well kept. The statue of Mother Mary sits on the slope of a hill, and you can walk all the way up to the top of the hill to a look out point. See more..
4.5 Con Dao Musuem (85 reviews)
- A Really Important First-Stop
Monday: 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM, 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM Military Museums • History Museums

Not only do you have to go to the museum first in order to purchase tickets for all of the prisons (as a package), this is a good place to get some basic understanding of the context of the prisons. It should come as no surprise to anyone the history is written from the context of the current government (so the South Vietnamese are referred to as the American "puppets") but that doesn't detract at all from the message the museum seeks to communicate. I highly recommend spending a bit of time here first. The signage is in English and Vietnamese. See more..
4.5 Rainbow Divers (70 reviews)
- Diving is done in Con Dao. This location now permanently closed.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Scuba & Snorkelling

Sadly, we never had a chance to experience Rainbow, as they have permanently closed up shop. Due to deteriorating conditions, successful diving on the island is no longer possible due to high winds and poor visibility. Unfortunately, Con Dao sits at the end of the tidal stream from the Mekong Delta, and during the rainy season (May to October) it is awash with runoff and pollution that makes for very poor visibility. During the windy season (September to April?), the coast guard closes the port for safety reasons, often for weeks at a time. The reputable dive shops have all closed for obvious business reasons, and I would be wary of the one that remains, that doesn't take safety seriously. See more..
4.5 Con Dao Prison (64 reviews)
- The Main "Prison Attraction" Really a Horrorscape
Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites

The largest and most visually striking of the Con Dao prisons Phu Hai contains the original tiger cages that, if you visit Hoa Lo prison in Hanoi (Hanoi "Hilton,") you'll see replicated. We did not take a guided tour but the minimal signage plus the physical structure of the prison itself was sufficient to tell the story . I'm not sure that this place is actually being left to rot like some reviewers say. This is a valuable, historical relic and a site for pilgrimage. If you're only going to visit one prison, this is probably the one you want to see. See more..
4.5 The Bluffs Grand Ho Tram Strip (55 reviews)
- Great nice course but 3 hrs drive
Monday: 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM Golf Courses

Designed by the legendary Greg Norman, The Bluffs Grand Ho Tram Strip is an international class links layout built on a coastal strip gifted to golf by Mother Nature. Rated #76 in Golf Digest’s latest rundown of the World’s Greatest Golf Courses — the third consecutive time it has featured on the prestigious bi-annual list. Often cited as the best course in Vietnam, The Bluffs is a highlight of any playing itinerary in Southeast Asia. Greg Norman put it best when he said that The Bluffs is “one of the most special golf experiences in the world”. See more..
4.5 Upside Down House (35 reviews)
- Upside - Down, so you're turning me , inside out and all around.
Monday: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Art Museums

Since long ago, people always try to solve problem by the same way: beginning-ending. That procedure only brings little improvement. So we take a step backward, turn it upside down to approach them, freshly. Thus Upside Down House wants to share with you the different angle of daily items to you. Besides the imaginetastic experience, you will be able to browse our gift shop and enjoy local drinks. See more..
4.5 The Battle of Long Tan (25 reviews)
- This historical site is worth a visit to remember the sacrifice for those who died in the Vietnam War
Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Battlefields

This memorial is erected to remember the Australian killed in the battle of Long Tan. The site is close to the location where the battle took place. Not far from here is the site of the Allied Airstrip and the location of the Australian Allied base. Note that the airfield and base are just locations, no memorial or signage advising their significance. Long Tan has the memorial cross erected to honour the fallen Australian soldiers. You would probably be best to visit the site with a tour. See more..
4.5 Van Son Pagoda (20 reviews)
- Nice view from the top and near to town
Spent More than 3 hours Religious Sites

A small temple which is near to town and you can get the electric trams to fetch you there. It's a short but steep climb to the top where the temple is. Not too difficult for most people. A nice view of the town and beach from up there. I came down and my tram guy had already left, so I walked back into town which is a short hike. See more..
4.5 Nui Dat hill (11 reviews)
- Good if of interest
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites • Military Bases & Facilities

Nui Dat (Núi Đất) is a former 1st Australian Task Force (1 ATF) base now part of Ba Ria city in Ba Ria–Vung Tau province, Vietnam. It is not the name of an official ward, it just means "dirt hill" See more..
4.5 Vung Tau Night Market (9 reviews)
- So excited
Spent 1-2 hours Flea & Street Markets

So excited! There are a lot of small shops with some products like: souvenir, clothes, small gift... also fresh seafood! Enjoy! See more..
4.0 Vung Tau Lighthouse (243 reviews)
- Nice Views
Lighthouses

Vung Tau Lighthouse is unsurprisingly on the top of Small Mountain. It can be found by following the Hai Dang Street from Ha Long. Its a long windy path taking some delightful views, passing coffee shops, yogurt shops and young romantic couples posing for their selfies. The lighthouse also has a newly opened museum which is fascinating. If you like some exercise, it's definitely worth doing a walk up, otherwise jump on your bike to a spectacular view all across Vung Tau City, See more..
4.0 Ho May Park (225 reviews) from $22.57
- Like something out of the 50s
Monday: 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Amusement & Theme Parks

HO MAY PARK on Nui Lon’s peak – Vung Tau city is completely gathered with the factors creating a dreamlike landscape just like an Elysium, making the tourists everywhere become charmed and amazed. With the area of 50ha, at the height of over 250m compared with the sea water level, HỒ MÂY PARK always has cool and clean air, bringing an easy and comfortable feeling to the tourists. At the 120km distance from Ho Chi Minh City, HO MAY PARK is an ideal destination so that you can go sightseeing, relax and have happy and comfortable moments with your family and friends. This place is one of the famous tourist attractions in Vung Tau as well, it is favored by many domestic and foreign tourists. HO MAY PARK is a population of various landscapes in combination with many different forms of tour such as: ecological tour, spiritual tour, cultural tour, tour of entertainment, relaxation…If Ho May is considered as other Ba Na within Vung Tau, it is because the way to Ho May is rather special. See more..
4.0 Front Beach (179 reviews)
- Beautiful Beach
Beaches

Front beach is spectacular. No so much for swimming but to walk, stroll and take in the views - it's unbelievable. There is a wide footpath and grassed area to walk or take a picnic. Views of the beach, ocean and coast are breath taking. See more..
4.0 GreenlinesDP Fast Ferry (160 reviews)
- Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau there & back 1 day
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Ferries

Had to fill in time so took the Hydrofoil from Ho Chi Minh down to Vung Tau, 2 hours from Ho Chi Minh to Vung Tau. 45 minutes in Vung Tau and 2 hours going back. Cool inside and the Hydrofoil was about 1/2 full gave plenty of seating options. Pretty smooth ride once inside the Delta itself. Would recommend the trip for something to do. See more..
4.0 Vung Tau Beach (157 reviews)
- A good beach life
Beaches

If you whant to awoid the crowd stay at Ha Long 66, or around that area just by the shore of the Vietnamese sea with the endless ocean right out side. Dayley swim at 06.00 with meny locals. Aver all a good place for Seafood. If you like the crowd, stay in the city, just like any other crowded city in SEA, at least during New Year in end of january. See more..
4.0 Back Beach (127 reviews)
- Lovely beach
Beaches

Nice quiet beach daytime, but mobbed by locals once the sun gors down. Very shallow for hundreds of metres so huge beach at low tide. Very clean sand, but watch your exposure time if sun bathing, as the sin is very strong, so maximum 30 minutes is advised!! See more..
4.0 Lam Son Stadium (90 reviews)
- Sport of kings
Dog Tracks

Excellent fun. Betting is easy and much the same as in Australian races, although there is no each-way betting as far as I can tell. Won myself a cool 290,000 on a single race. The 'VIP' entry fee entitles you to access a nice section upstairs with a great view overlooking the winning post. See more..
4.0 Con Dao National Park (83 reviews)
- Wonderful
National Parks

The National Park is worth a visit while you stay in Con Dao. With entrance ticket 60.000 vnd, you need at least 3 hours to do trekking there. The trails are easy to follow; the trees, the birds, the monkeys.. Very enjoyable. There are 3 beaches at the end when you go thru the park, so up to your time, you can choose Ong Dung beach, Bang beach or Dat Tham beach. I went to Bang beach, kind of remote and so quiet beach, great for photo shots. See more..