Vung Tau isn't just about the beach anymore. In the past couple of years the city has added attractions that make visitors want to stay longer: a large-scale water park in the Northern Bai Sau area, a cable car route up the mountain that's long been a weekend favorite for people from Ho Chi Minh City, and a large religious statue overlooking the sea on Small Mountain (Nui Nho). The tricky part is that these three sit in three different directions of the city, so picking the right area near the attraction you care about most saves a lot of travel time. VungTau Stay rounds up all three, with suggestions on where to stay for each.
Quick answer: Vung Tau's three standout attractions are Sun World Vung Tau (a water park in the Northern Bai Sau area), Ho May Park (a cable car up Nui Lon / Big Mountain, near Bai Truoc/Front Beach), and the Christ the King Statue (on Nui Nho / Small Mountain, near Nghinh Phong Cape and Bai Dua). For quick access to Sun World, stay in the Bai Sau area; for the Ho May cable car, staying near Bai Truoc is more convenient; and for climbing the statue and taking in Nghinh Phong Cape, pick an area near Bai Dua. The three spots sit a few kilometers apart, and getting between them by taxi or motorbike within the city usually takes about 10–20 minutes.
Three main attractions and where to stay near each
The table below sums up each attraction's location and the best matching area to stay, so you can decide quickly if you're on a short trip and want to prioritize one specific spot.
| Attraction | Location | Best area to stay | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun World Vung Tau | Northern Bai Sau urban area, Duong 3 Thang 2 street | Bai Sau | Large-scale water park, recently opened |
| Ho May Park | Base of Nui Lon (Big Mountain), Tran Phu street | Bai Truoc | Cable car up the mountain, with entertainment and dining at the summit |
| Christ the King Statue | Nui Nho (Small Mountain), near Nghinh Phong Cape | Bai Dua | Large statue overlooking the sea, known for the stairs inside |
Sun World Vung Tau — a water park in the Northern Bai Sau area
Sun World Vung Tau is a new water park developed by Sun Group, located in an urban area in Northern Bai Sau, fronting Duong 3 Thang 2 street. The water park covers about 15 hectares with nearly 20 major and minor attractions, including several high-speed water slides that set world records on opening day. It's the newest of the three attractions in this guide and is already drawing a strong crowd of families on weekends.
For easy access to Sun World, consider apartments near Sun World Vung Tau in the Bai Sau area — from there it's just a few minutes to the water park, no need to cross the city after a tiring day in the water. If you'd rather stay right inside that urban area, you can also check Blanca Stay (blancastay.vn), which manages apartments in that district.
Ho May Park — cable car up Nui Lon, near Bai Truoc
Ho May Park is known for its cable car route up Nui Lon (Big Mountain); the departure station sits on Tran Phu street, right next to the Bai Truoc (Front Beach) area — just a few minutes on foot or by vehicle from the old city center. The park is open both day and night, typically from around 8am to 10pm, and cable car tickets are sold separately by package (day, night, or an all-inclusive package with meals), usually running a few hundred thousand dong per person depending on the package — worth checking the latest prices before you go, since packages change with the season.
Because the cable car station sits close to Bai Truoc, guests staying in that area have the advantage of reaching it on foot or by a short motorbike ride, with little travel time to plan around. Browse options at apartments near Ho May Park if this is the attraction you want to prioritize.
Christ the King Statue — Nui Nho, near Nghinh Phong Cape and Bai Dua
The Christ the King Statue stands on Nui Nho (Small Mountain), right next to Nghinh Phong Cape and the Vung Tau lighthouse — one of the city's most scenic sea-view spots. Entry to the area costs only a small fee per person, plus a parking fee. What most visitors remember is the sheer number of stairs needed to reach the top, including a spiral staircase inside the statue itself leading up to the two arms — not ideal for anyone who finds climbing difficult or is traveling with young children, so it's worth timing the climb for early morning or late afternoon to avoid the midday heat.
The closest area to this spot is Bai Dua. Check apartments near the Christ the King Statue if you want to get up early for a sunrise hike without a long drive.
Based on the VungTau Stay guest-reception team's experience, many guests choose to stay in Bai Sau for the beach access but also want to fit in Ho May and the Christ statue on the same trip — in that case it's worth budgeting for a taxi or an hourly motorbike rental rather than walking, since the distance between the three spots is enough to wear you out on foot, especially at midday in the heat.
VungTau Stay is a booking channel for daily-rental apartments and villas across many areas of Vung Tau City, including areas near Sun World, Ho May Park, and the Christ the King Statue, helping guests choose accommodation that matches the attraction they care about most.
Frequently asked questions
Has Sun World Vung Tau opened, and what's there?
Yes, it has opened — it's a large-scale water park in the Northern Bai Sau area with nearly 20 attractions, including high-speed water slides.
Do I need a separate ticket for the Ho May cable car?
Yes. Cable car tickets are sold separately by day, night, or all-inclusive package, and prices change with the season, so check again before you go.
Is there an entry fee for the Christ the King Statue?
Yes, entry to the area costs only a nominal fee, plus a parking fee. Climbing up to the statue involves quite a few stairs.
Which area should I stay in to visit all three attractions on one trip?
Bai Sau or Bai Truoc work well as a base, then use a taxi or motorbike for the other two, since the spots are only about 10–20 minutes apart by vehicle.
Booking tip: if your trip is built around one specific attraction, book an apartment near that spot first, then plan a taxi or motorbike trip to the other two during the day.
