Visit French artillery sites
Vung Tau, Vietnam • 
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Best months to visit
Dec
22°C – 29°C, december features cooler temperatures and minimal rainfall, providing comfortable conditions for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
22°C – 29°C, december features cooler temperatures and minimal rainfall, providing comfortable conditions for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Rough, uneven paths; steep trails; not wheelchair accessible.
Rough, uneven paths; steep trails; not wheelchair accessible.
Value for money
High
Free entry, historical and scenic, a great experience.
Free entry, historical and scenic, a great experience.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Stunning Views
Couples loved the panoramic vistas, perfect for romantic moments and photo ops. Breathtaking!
Historical Charm
Visitors felt the French cannons and bunkers were fascinating. A unique, memorable experience.
Romantic Hike
Couples found the hike up rewarding, the views and history made it a great date. Highly recommend.
Tiring Climb
Travelers found the hike strenuous and not ideal for those with mobility issues. Be prepared!
Uneven Paths
Visitors noted the paths were rough. Sturdy shoes are essential for exploring the site safely.
Limited Amenities
Couples found few facilities at the site. Bring water and plan accordingly for your visit.
Hours of operation
Monday
open - open
Tuesday
open - open
Wednesday
open - open
Thursday
open - open
Friday
open - open
Saturday
open - open
Sunday
open - open
In-depth experience
May contain spoilers
Watch curated videos from fellow travellers for a glimpse of what to expect.
Experience a virtual tour of French Field Guns & Forts.
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
MEDIUM
22-32°C
February continues the trend of warm temperatures and minimal rainfall, suitable for exploring outdoor sites.
February continues the trend of warm temperatures and minimal rainfall, suitable for exploring outdoor sites.
Open
No significant restrictions; attractions are fully operational.
No significant restrictions; attractions are fully operational.
Recommended
With favorable weather conditions and manageable crowd levels, February is an excellent month to visit Vung Tau's attractions.
With favorable weather conditions and manageable crowd levels, February is an excellent month to visit Vung Tau's attractions.
March
MEDIUM
24-34°C
March experiences slightly higher temperatures but remains dry, ideal for outdoor exploration.
March experiences slightly higher temperatures but remains dry, ideal for outdoor exploration.
Open
No significant restrictions; all sites are accessible.
No significant restrictions; all sites are accessible.
Recommended
March's warm and dry conditions, coupled with moderate crowds, make it a suitable time to visit Vung Tau's attractions.
March's warm and dry conditions, coupled with moderate crowds, make it a suitable time to visit Vung Tau's attractions.
April
MEDIUM
26-34°C
April sees higher temperatures and a slight increase in rainfall, but conditions remain favorable for outdoor activities.
April sees higher temperatures and a slight increase in rainfall, but conditions remain favorable for outdoor activities.
Open
No significant restrictions; attractions are open to visitors.
No significant restrictions; attractions are open to visitors.
Recommended
Despite a slight uptick in temperatures and rainfall, April remains a good month to explore Vung Tau's attractions with manageable crowd levels.
Despite a slight uptick in temperatures and rainfall, April remains a good month to explore Vung Tau's attractions with manageable crowd levels.
May
MEDIUM
25-32°C
May marks the onset of the monsoon season in Vũng Tàu, with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 32°C. Rainfall increases significantly, averaging around 174mm over approximately 15 days. Despite the rain, there are still ample sunshine hours, making it suitable for visits.
May marks the onset of the monsoon season in Vũng Tàu, with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 32°C. Rainfall increases significantly, averaging around 174mm over approximately 15 days. Despite the rain, there are still ample sunshine hours, making it suitable for visits.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, some outdoor activities may be affected by increased rainfall.
No significant restrictions; however, some outdoor activities may be affected by increased rainfall.
Recommended
May offers a blend of warm temperatures and increased rainfall. While the onset of the monsoon season brings more rain, the city remains accessible and enjoyable for visitors who don't mind occasional showers.
May offers a blend of warm temperatures and increased rainfall. While the onset of the monsoon season brings more rain, the city remains accessible and enjoyable for visitors who don't mind occasional showers.
How to get there
Taxi
Recommended
Bike
Car
Walking
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
