1. Blue Stone Lake
Blue Stone Lake stands out for its location as a serene freshwater lake surrounded by mountains. It's one of the large lakes formed during the stone quarrying process, stretching from Ba Ria to Chau Pha. With its tranquil waters nestled amidst the majestic Dinh Mountains, the lake remains calm and placid throughout the seasons, making it an ideal spot for travelers to rest and relax after hectic days. Blue Stone Lake is one of the ideal places for you to capture stunning photos. Although it has existed for quite some time, it has only recently gained popularity, thus receiving additional investments in scenic spots to cater to the photography needs of young people. The lake area is landscaped with bridges extending into the lake, creating enchanting pathways. Each bridge has a unique design, allowing you to pose from one bridge to another for incredibly beautiful check-in photos.
Furthermore, you'll have ample opportunities to take photos with the vast, clear blue lake or strike poses with cute swings, white fences, straw huts, and more. It's not just a place for creating attractive 'check-in' photos for young people, but also a place where unique and unusual wedding photos are born. You can even take pictures with adorable and extremely friendly sheep. This is a unique feature not found anywhere else. Amidst the picturesque mountains, suddenly, adorable white sheep appear, frolicking and searching for grass on the vast land. If you want even more stunning photos, you can rent a boat to explore and take photos around Blue Stone Lake. The lake is quite deep and dangerous, so swimming or bathing here is not advisable. Blue Stone Lake will not disappoint you with its pristine and incredibly charming nature. It will surely provide you with beautiful experiences and incredibly unique photos.
Address: Kim Dinh, Ba Ria, Ba Ria - Vung Tau.
2. Freshwater Pass
Being a short mountain pass winding between Long Dien district and Dat Do district, Bà Rịa - Vũng Tàu province, this route is about 25km away from Vũng Tàu and 2km away from Long Hai Beach. You can follow this route by motorbike: From Ho Chi Minh City, head towards the Cat Lai ferry to Nhơn Trạch, then turn right onto National Highway 52. Continue straight past the Bà Rịa archway towards Long Hai, following the coastal road, and after a short section of small mountain passes, you'll arrive at Freshwater Pass. Spanning 5km, although not long, this pass will give you a sense of freshness from the sea, intriguing steep slopes, and expansive views of the sea. After descending under the somewhat adventurous slope, you may feel like you've conquered half the journey. Immediately, you'll set foot in a 'fairy scene' with stretches of white sandy beach, crystal-clear sea as far as the eye can see, rocky cliffs along the coast, and the sea breeze blowing.
Surely, after the long journey, you'll want to plunge into the sea, immerse yourself in the abundant waves to dispel all tiredness and enjoy the coolness of the sea breeze. Or simply, you'll find the best photo spots and freely pose to capture the happiest travel moments with your friends and family. Camping on a smooth white sandy beach, watching the sunset and sunrise over the sea is truly an unmissable experience. Capture the most beautiful moments that nature brings, feel the most peaceful and refreshing sensations. BBQ parties are indispensable for outdoor trips by the sea. With just charcoal, a grill, a lighter, and seafood you can buy at Long Hai market because shrimp, crab, and fish are readily available here. Additionally, prepare some meat and sausages for the outdoor BBQ party to be complete. Besides, you and your friends can ask the local fishermen to go fishing offshore to catch a big delicious fish for your BBQ party. This will be a fun and worthwhile experience.
Address: Dat Do District, Bà Rịa - Vũng Tàu province.
3. Maria Yacht Pier
Marina Yacht Pier located within the industrial zone of Dong Xuyen, Rach Gia ward is a docking point for many yachts and tourist boats. This place attracts many tourists from both domestic and international destinations, providing services for docking boats, yachts, and speedboats. With its convenient location, Marina Pier welcomes a large number of visitors, developing various types of services to expand the tourism routes on the water in Vung Tau city. The beautiful scenery here captivates people's hearts; you can take a leisurely boat ride on the Dinh River, enjoy the cool breeze in the gentle sunlight filtering through your fingers. You also have the opportunity to engage in exciting activities such as high-speed canoeing and windsurfing. The full sails in the wind cutting through the waves on the water surface bring a refreshing and exhilarating feeling. After experiencing these recreational activities, you can go to the riverside restaurants to enjoy seafood dishes, cool smoothies, or a cup of coffee to refresh yourself. The riverside cafes near the yacht pier all have beautiful photo corners, overlooking the sea.
From the shore, the entire scene of the pier is within reach; the pristine white yachts are lined up like swans resting in a row. There are also colorful sailboats that stand out on the water surface. The large-sized yachts or coast guard boats stand out among the daily port traffic. Fishing on the water surface with a fishing rod is also a form of relaxation and stress relief. The Dinh River has sections up to 600 meters wide near the sea entrance, so there are many big fish. The tide rises and falls twice a day, so you should choose the time when the tide is high to fish, which is more convenient and there are more big fish. Marina Yacht Pier is also a popular photo spot for many couples. The romantic and beautiful scenery like in Europe makes the photos even more unique and special. During the wedding season, Marina pier welcomes many couples for photoshoots, each face radiant with happiness, exuding boundless joy. Beside your loved one, the scenery and people seem to become more special than ever, everything seems like paradise.
Address: Rach Dua Ward, Vung Tau City.
4. Pig Hill
Pig Hill Vung Tau is located about 100km from Ho Chi Minh City and is a popular tourist attraction for many check-in visits. To travel from Saigon to Pig Hill, you can go by motorbike, coach, or speedboat. Pig Hill is a place that makes you curious just by hearing its name. When you first set foot here, you may be a bit disappointed because it's just a bare hill. However, when you get closer to the hillside area, the scenery of the long sand dunes at Bai Sau beach winding along the sea and the deep blue sky appears before your eyes, beautiful and sparkling. From the hilltop, tourists can admire the entire Thuy Van route, a corner of Ha Long Road, and Hon Ba Island amidst the sea. This place has two characteristic seasons of the Southern climate: the rainy season when trees become lush green, and the dry season when the hill scenery becomes rugged and mysterious. From about 3-5 pm, Pig Hill becomes windy, giving visitors the most authentic feeling of peace and spaciousness.
The gravel road on the hill seems to lead tourists to a real paradise. In addition to the charming scenery, Pig Hill also attracts tourists, especially young people and adventure enthusiasts, because the dry grass hill with beautiful yellow color or the white-red divider strip are the places that create the best photos. This is also an ideal place to watch the sunrise or sunset over the land of Vung Tau. Pig Hill is currently a beautiful, unique, and fascinating hill that many young people seek out in Vung Tau. Vung Tau is one of the most attractive tourist destinations for domestic travelers who love to travel. In addition to owning beautiful beaches and many delicious specialties and fresh seafood, this place also has many extremely virtual check-in spots. Not only Tram Lake, Coc Lake, but Pig Hill is also one of the ideal photo spots creating the most unique photos that not everyone knows about.
Address: 222 Phan Chu Trinh, Ward 2, Vung Tau City, Ba Ria - Vung Tau.
5. Zenna Pool Camp Vung Tau Camping Area
Whenever we mention Bà Rịa - Vũng Tàu province, we often immediately think of the beautiful coastal city of Vũng Tàu with its beaches and unforgettable specialties. But let's temporarily forget about Vũng Tàu and explore Long Điền district, where the Zenna tourism area attracts many young people. Located about 120 km from Saigon, this is an ideal destination for outdoor tourism. The Zenna tourist area is right by the sea, with an incredibly charming atmosphere. The coastline is lined with stone embankments and sturdy steps up and down. The tourist area is situated on a high sand dune, with some parts reaching over 20m high. The air is always refreshed by the cool sea breeze. You can camp overnight or rent accommodation. If you're traveling with friends, camping by the beach is a great way to immerse yourself in the nighttime seaside atmosphere. The area is surrounded by many green trees, adding to the freshness and tranquility.
During the day, you can stroll along the beach, listening to the gentle waves, the sound of the wind rustling through the green pine trees. There are plenty of activities to participate in or organize here. Grilling meat and seafood, organizing team games, and in the evening, you can buy firewood for a campfire. Before that, you can go to the nearby market to buy fresh seafood and food for the evening, at reasonable prices. Gather around the fire, sing along, with a few drinks, you and your family will find this place truly beautiful and peaceful. The scenery brings people closer together. There are also clear swimming pools, tall huts facing the sea, climbing up here to enjoy the breeze and the interesting scenery. The tourist area is designed according to the aesthetic taste of young people, bringing a very youthful and dynamic feeling. The furniture, decoration style in the tourist area will surely captivate you, with many glamorous photo booth areas suitable for 'virtual living' enthusiasts. At night, the tourist area's lighting system lights up every dark corner, becoming mysteriously enchanting, the light is a strangely attractive reflection of the color of the white sand. The tables and chairs are designed simply, modestly yet 'stylish', this is where groups of friends chat and gossip.
Address: Group 3, Tân Phước Hamlet, Phước Tỉnh Commune, Long Điền District, Bà Rịa - Vũng Tàu.
6. Tứ Phương Thất Đảo Ecotourism Area
After days of studying and working hard, we all want to find a place to relax, unwind, and rest. Some people go to parks, amusement parks, or gather with friends, while others travel. If you're already familiar with modern entertainment services, famous landscapes, and high-end beach resorts, then try something different by exploring the peaceful countryside. You don't have to travel to remote rural areas; near the center of Bà Rịa city, there's the Tứ Phương Thất Đảo Ecotourism Area, which attracts many people every weekend. The Tứ Phương Thất Đảo Ecotourism Area is an ideal destination for sightseeing, camping, and recreational activities on weekends. From Bà Rịa, head to Hòa Long, then pass through the Long Phước gate, at the Phước Hữu intersection (past Dương Văn Mạnh Secondary School 50m) turn right onto Phước Hữu road towards the Long Điền 5-way intersection (there's a triangular traffic island). At the Phước Hữu Cultural Village gate intersection, turn left. After passing the Bưng Bạc tourist area, drive about 1km more and then turn right.
The Tứ Phương Thất Đảo Ecotourism Area was officially opened in 2016, offering a cool, peaceful space of a garden area, consisting of 7 islands located on a trapezoidal land strip, surrounded by a nearly 4,000-square-meter clear water lake, with 3 sides surrounded by vast rice fields and the remaining side as a fruit tree garden, livestock farming, and vegetable planting area covering a total area of 22,000 square meters. Although it has not been in operation for long, Tứ Phương Thất Đảo has become a popular and favorite destination for many tourists because of its spaciousness and immersion in nature. When you set foot here, you will be impressed by the pristine, romantic beauty, with leafy huts built in the middle of the water, with a wooden bridge to enter the hut, a place to rest and relax amidst the picturesque riverside scenery. Far away on the shore, buffalo herds graze, creating a peaceful scene, making you feel comfortable and refreshed after busy days in the bustling urban area. Moreover, you can also feel the gentle wind and the scent of the fields emanating from the rice fields and mud, a characteristic fragrance that only the countryside can provide.
Address: Long Phước Commune, Vũng Tàu City, Bà Rịa - Vũng Tàu.
7. The Lighthouse Peak
Located at an altitude of 170m, the lighthouse peak has a round tower shape, 18m tall, covered in exquisite white paint, standing out against the blue sky. Surrounded by beautiful green trees, it attracts many tourists. The Vũng Tàu lighthouse is considered the oldest among the 79 lighthouses in Vietnam and is the symbol of Vũng Tàu city. It was built by the French in 1862 to signal and guide passing ships. As mentioned above, to reach the lighthouse at the Vũng Tàu tourist attraction, visitors must follow the winding road leading to Núi Nhỏ (also known as Tao Phùng mountain). This road is beautiful, meandering gracefully along the mountainside. There are tropical trees clinging to the cliffs, casting cool shade onto the path, contributing to the wild and peaceful scenery. Walking along the small path beside the mountainside, breathing in the fresh air is a pleasure for both locals and tourists when visiting Vũng Tàu. Additionally, there are many beautiful and romantic spots for you and your loved ones to take photos and capture beautiful memories.
When visiting this Vũng Tàu tourist attraction to admire the unique architectural structure of the lighthouse, visitors can travel by motorbike or car. However, many tourists choose to walk to experience a bit of adventure, breathe in the cool air, and enjoy the beautiful scenery to the fullest. But perhaps the best feeling is when tourists pass through the decades-old porcelain garden blossoming fragrantly along the path to the lighthouse peak at this tourist destination, as if all your tiredness is swept away. Setting foot on the mountain top, you will have a panoramic view of the mountains and the sea, admire the majestic lighthouse, towering proudly in pristine white against the deep blue sky, or look at the statue of Jesus with outstretched arms not far away. The lighthouse at this tourist attraction in Vũng Tàu is connected to the operators' housing by a sturdy tunnel, featuring unique architecture. From the spiral staircase inside the lighthouse, with 55 steps leading to the top of the tower, visitors can enjoy the cool sea breeze blowing in, overlooking the entire landscape of Vũng Tàu city.
Address: Ward 2, Vũng Tàu City, Bà Rịa - Vũng Tàu.
8. Long Hai Beach
About 15km from the center of Vung Tau city, Long Hai Beach in Long Hai town, Long Dien district is a pristine and peaceful beach compared to others in Vung Tau. On the way here, you will pass through a beautiful and romantic coastal road with cherry blossoms, which bloom brightly during Tet. Because it has not been heavily exploited for tourism, Long Hai Beach still retains its original and peaceful beauty. The beach is extremely clean with clear blue water, gentle waves lapping onto the soft golden sand. Along the coastline are small rocky cliffs that add liveliness to the scenery here. The seascape here is like a wonderfully harmonious natural painting. When you come to Long Hai Beach, you can freely swim in the cool water, immerse yourself in the refreshing sea breeze, and enjoy the salty taste of the vast ocean. The long stretch of sand at Long Hai Beach is also suitable for you to relax and sunbathe or take a leisurely stroll along the beach and admire the poetic seascape. All of this will give you a feeling of relaxation and freshness, forgetting all the fatigue and hardship of daily life.
Near the beach, you can also visit some local eateries to enjoy delicious seafood dishes such as shrimp, crab, squid... at very reasonable prices or buy fresh seafood to bring back to your family and friends. The weather in Long Hai is extremely pleasant, so you can travel here at any time of the year. Each season has its own unique beauty, bringing new and interesting experiences to tourists. Particularly, if you visit in October or November, you will encounter cherry blossoms blooming everywhere. This is perhaps the best time for you to take Instagram-worthy photos when traveling to Long Hai. Mentioning Long Hai, everyone knows that it has an extremely famous beach, attracting many tourists to visit. Unlike other beaches, Long Hai Beach does not have emerald blue water but it has its own distinctive charm.
Address: Long Dien District, Ba Ria Vung Tau.
9. Nghinh Phong Cape
The route to Nghinh Phong Cape is quite straightforward. You come to the statue of Christ with outstretched arms. Opposite the statue diagonally, there is an abandoned café. Go down that road and you'll see stairs leading to the beach. The road leading to Nghinh Phong Cape has only one bridge, and the rest is all sun and wind. However, this unique bridge is a great check-in spot with the Hương Phong Sea behind it. Compared to many tourist destinations in the area, Nghinh Phong Cape, Vung Tau stands out for its unique natural scenery and peaceful atmosphere. The elongated cape extends into the sea, forming 2 large bays and 2 famous beaches, Vọng Nguyệt Beach and Hương Phong Beach (also known as Dứa Beach).
The water at Vọng Nguyệt Beach is very clean and clear, with less turbulence than other beaches. Without the hustle and bustle of Front Beach or the fierceness of Back Beach, the beach here still manages to enter the hearts of locals with its poetic and mystical beauty. If you're already familiar with climbing up to the statue of Christ to admire Nghinh Phong Cape from above, then try doing the opposite. Come here to admire the mountainous scenery on the mainland from a different perspective. It's an indescribable and delightful feeling. Recently, Vung Tau's sky gate has become an extremely hot Instagram spot. You may have visited Vung Tau dozens of times, but not everyone knows about this secret spot. In front of you is Ô Quán Beach with its vast expanse of blue water and smooth white sand. Behind it are majestic mountains, lush green trees, and a cool, fresh atmosphere. All of this brings peace to travelers who stop by.
Address: Ha Long Street, Vung Tau City, Ba Ria - Vung Tau.
10. Suoi Tien Tourist Area
Suoi Tien - a tourist destination steeped in legend. Legend has it that this place used to be a wild and lush mountainous area, with a serene and quiet landscape. Therefore, every moonlit night, fairies often gather here to bathe in the stream, wander the mortal world, and then return to the sky. Locals also believe that the rock crevices resembling footprints on the top of Dinh mountain are the footprints of fairies when they stroll around Dinh mountain and bathe in the stream. The picturesque and charming scenery, the majestic natural water, are thus given a beautiful and mysterious, dreamy name as Suoi Tien. Travelers visiting Vung Tau will find it hard to overlook this attractive tourist attraction. Suoi Tien originates from the high peak of Dinh mountain, over 500 meters high, gently sloping towards the East, the rushing water flows along the rocky mountainside, meandering, providing irrigation for the rich fields of the countryside before pouring into the Thi Vai river. This is a famous landscape, exploited to become a Vung Tau tourist destination.
Suoi Tien still retains its pristine, naturally attractive beauty. When travelers set foot here, they all feel a peaceful and romantic beauty. Along the banks of the stream, the flat, spacious rocks provide comfortable resting spots for travelers to relax. The rocky outcrops in the stream with various strange shapes make travelers comfortably imagine with their rich minds. This Vung Tau destination has rocky outcrops resembling an old man sitting in contemplation, beside it is a rock resembling a mother and child chatting, or a rock resembling a playful baby elephant, figures of various swamp birds... Travelers will especially enjoy immersing themselves in nature here with lush green forests, the sound of the stream flowing day and night, the waterfalls cascading down creating white foam... Even in the clear blue water pools, visitors can see through to the bottom with small fish swimming playfully or smooth, shiny pebbles of all shapes.
Address: Tan Hai Commune, Tan Thanh District, Ba Ria - Vung Tau.