Visitor Information
Plan Your Visit
Everything you need to know to visit the Óc Eo archaeological site
Getting There
From Long Xuyên
Distance: ~30 km (about 45 minutes)
Take QL91 south toward Thoại Sơn district. Turn left at the sign for Óc Eo-Ba The. The road is paved and well-marked. Motorbike or car rental available in Long Xuyên.
From Rach Gia
Distance: ~50 km (about 1 hour)
Take QL80 east toward Thoại Sơn. Follow signs to Óc Eo town. This route passes through scenic rice paddies typical of the Mekong Delta.
From Cần Thơ
Distance: ~90 km (about 2 hours)
Take QL91 west through Long Xuyên, then continue to Thoại Sơn. Cần Thơ has the nearest airport with domestic flights from Hanoi and Hồ Chí Minh City.
From Hồ Chí Minh City
Distance: ~240 km (about 5 hours)
Take the Trung Luong-My Thuan-Cần Thơ Expressway, then continue west to Long Xuyên. Best as an overnight trip combined with other Mekong Delta destinations.
Transportation Tips
- • Motorbike rental is widely available in Long Xuyên and Cần Thơ (100,000-150,000 VND/day)
- • Grab car service operates in Long Xuyên and Cần Thơ
- • Local buses run from Long Xuyên to Thoại Sơn district
- • Consider hiring a local guide for richer historical context
Óc Eo Culture Museum
Hours & Admission
What to See
- • Artifacts from Malleret's excavations
- • Model of ancient Óc Eo city layout
- • Photographs of excavation sites
- • Traditional craft demonstrations
- • Outdoor archaeological ruins
Location
Óc Eo town, Thoại Sơn District
An Giang Province, Vietnam
The museum is located at the foot of Ba The mountain, next to the main archaeological excavation areas.
Note
Many major artifacts (K5 inscription, Vishnu statue, Roman medallions) are housed at the Museum of Vietnamese History in Hồ Chí Minh City. Consider visiting both locations for a complete picture.
Best Time to Visit
December - February
Cool, dry season with comfortable temperatures (25-30°C). Ideal for outdoor exploration of archaeological sites.
March - May
Hot and humid (30-35°C). Visit early morning or late afternoon. Bring sun protection and water.
June - November
Rainy season with frequent afternoon showers. Some sites may be flooded. Fewer tourists but less comfortable conditions.
What to Bring
- • Sun hat and sunscreen
- • Comfortable walking shoes
- • Bottled water
- • Insect repellent
- • Rain jacket (wet season)
- • Camera
- • Cash (limited ATMs in area)
- • Vietnamese phrasebook
Nearby Attractions
Ba The Mountain
Distance: Adjacent to Óc Eo
Sacred mountain with temples and panoramic views of the Mekong Delta. The mountain was central to Funan religious practice. Pagodas and shrines dot the slopes.
Long Xuyên
Distance: 30 km
Capital of An Giang Province. Visit the An Giang Museum (houses 6 National Treasures), floating market, and Ton Duc Thang Museum.
Tra Su Cajuput Forest
Distance: 40 km
Beautiful wetland nature reserve with boat tours through flooded forest. Best visited during the wet season (August-November) when water levels are high.
Sam Mountain (Nui Sam)
Distance: 60 km
Important pilgrimage site with temples, pagodas, and the famous Ba Chua Xu temple. Excellent views of the Cambodia border region.
Suggested Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Long Xuyên, visit An Giang Museum
Day 2: Óc Eo Culture Museum and archaeological site, Ba The Mountain
Day 3: Tra Su Forest or Sam Mountain, return to Cần Thơ/HCMC
Museums with Óc Eo Artifacts
Museum of Vietnamese History
2 Nguyễn Bỉnh Khiêm, District 1, Hồ Chí Minh City
Houses the most important Óc Eo artifacts: K5 inscription, Vishnu statue, Roman medallions. Essential for understanding Funan civilization. Open 8:00-11:30, 13:30-17:00, closed Monday.
An Giang Province Museum
Long Xuyên City, An Giang Province
Houses six National Treasures from Óc Eo including the Brahma statue and Linga-Yoni sets. Good introduction before visiting the archaeological site.
Cần Thơ Museum
1 Hoa Binh, Ninh Kieu, Cần Thơ
Four National Treasures from Nhon Thanh site including wooden Buddha and unique Linga-Yoni. Convenient if flying through Cần Thơ airport.