City guide
Living in Vung Tau
A seaside city a couple of hours by road from Ho Chi Minh City, with a foreign community that grew up around the offshore oil industry.
Good to know
- Where people live
- Near Back Beach (Bai Sau) and Front Beach (Bai Truoc); the city is compact enough that most places are a short ride apart.
- Specialist care
- For hospitals and specialists, many residents travel to Ho Chi Minh City.
Questions
How far is Vung Tau from Ho Chi Minh City?
Roughly two hours by road, depending on traffic. Transport listings include drivers and rentals.
Where do people go for specialist medical care?
Local hospitals and clinics handle everyday care; for specialists many residents go to Ho Chi Minh City.