Port Phu My
Phu My, Vietnam
Your port day at a glance
- Walk to town?
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- Distance to town
- 20.5 mi / 33 km
- Currency
- Vietnamese Dong / VND
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Getting to town
Distance to town: 20.5 mi / 33 km.
Your day in port
Allocate 2-3 hours for round-trip transport to Vung Tau or 3-4 hours to Ho Chi Minh City; book early-return excursions to avoid traffic delays back to ship. Prioritize 1-2 key sites over rushing multiple areas.
Best time to visit
November to April offers the ideal dry season with pleasant temperatures and low rainfall, perfect for exploring Ho Chi Minh City and Vung Tau from Phu My. Avoid the wet season from May to October when heavy rains can disrupt travel.
- Heavy monsoon rains May-October can cause flooding and road delays
- High humidity year-round, with extreme heat possible December-February
Shore experiences
- Cu Chi Tunnels with kid-friendly guided tours
- Vung Tau beaches and Front Beach amusement area
- Ho Chi Minh City zoo and water park day trips
Food, drink and shopping
Local food and drink
- Pho noodle soup in Ho Chi Minh City
- Banh mi sandwiches from street vendors
- Fresh seafood at Vung Tau beach restaurants
- Com tam (broken rice) and ca phe sua da (iced coffee)
Shopping
- Silk, coffee, and lacquerware in Ho Chi Minh City markets
- Pearl jewelry and handicrafts in Vung Tau
- Avoid port-area shops; head to Ben Thanh Market for bargains
What to wear
Light, breathable cotton clothing, comfortable walking shoes, and rain poncho for wet season; modest attire for temples (cover shoulders/knees); hat and sunscreen essential due to tropical sun.
Advisor notes
Stress to clients that Phu My is a cargo port with zero walkable amenities—independent travel risky without Vietnamese SIM/data; strongly recommend ship excursions or private tours with port passes for seamless access.
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- vietnamdiscovery.com (opens in a new tab)
- vietnam-visa.com (opens in a new tab)
- cruisesheet.com (opens in a new tab)
- scootersaigonadventure.com (opens in a new tab)
- cruisemapper.com (opens in a new tab)
- backofthebiketours.com (opens in a new tab)
- cruisecrocodile.com (opens in a new tab)
- youtube.com (opens in a new tab)
Practical information
- Currency
- Vietnamese Dong / VND
Useful apps
- Google Translate for Vietnamese
- Grab for taxis/rides
- Google Maps for navigation
- Vietnam Railways for transit info
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