Catholic Mokpo Shrine (가톨릭 목포 성지)

12.0Km 2024-02-19

90-1 Sanjeong-dong, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do

Catholic Mokpo Shrine is not only the starting point of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Gwangju, a central hub of Catholicism in Korea, but also the place where the first Legion of Mary (Lay Faith Community) headquarters in Korea was established. At the heart of the shrine stands the Sanjeong-dong Memorial Church, designated as a minor basilica in 2020, along with the Martyrs' Memorial Tower. It is a significant site where visitors can experience the history and culture of Korean Catholicism, surrounded by the beautiful scenery of the blue sea and mountains.

Mokpo Culture & Arts Center (목포문화예술회관)

12.0Km 2022-01-24

102, Namnong-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-270-8484

Mokpo Culture & Arts Center is in Yonghae-dong, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do. The center opened in July 1997 and has two buildings, an exhibition hall, which includes seven exhibition rooms and two special rooms, and performance hall, which has a 698-seat auditorium. Mokpo Culture & Arts Center was established to provide opportunities for the local community to enjoy cultural and creative arts.

National Research Institute of Maritime Cultural Heritage (국립해양문화재연구소)

12.2Km 2024-05-30

136 Namnong-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-270-3001

The National Research Institute of Maritime Cultural Heritage is located along Gatbawi Culture Street in Mokpo. Managed by the Cultural Heritage Administration, it is the only marine museum in Korea to display marine cultural relics. Opened in 1994 as the National Maritime Museum, the name was changed in 2009. The two-story institute houses over 2,000 relics excavated from the sea around Korea. There are four main exhibition halls as well as an outdoor exhibition space and one special exhibition hall. Through the exhibits, visitors can see ships from the past as well was learn about the lifestyle and culture of people living in coastal villages.

Mokpo Natural History Museum (목포자연사박물관)

12.3Km 2024-06-18

135 Namnong-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-274-3655

Mokpo Natural History Museum is located inside of Gatbawi Culture Town, one of the major tourist attractions in Mokpo. The museum consists of a natural history hall and local history hall. The museum features many rare dinosaur fossils as well as cultural artifacts and exhibitions.

Namnong Memorial Hall (남농기념관)

12.4Km 2025-01-17

119, Namnong-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-276-0313

Namnong Memorial Hall is an art gallery dedicated to the works and memory of Namnong Heo Gun, a famous artist of the traditional Southern School of Painting. The hall was opened as an art gallery by Namnong Heo Gun (1908-1987) himself in 1985. The Southern School of Painting features natural scenes with accompanying calligraphy. The hall now features over 200 works of art by some of the most famous Korean paintings in history, as well as pottery from China and Japan.

Mokpo Gatbawi Rock (목포 갓바위)

12.5Km 2024-05-30

166-1 Namnong-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-273-0536

Located on the coast of Yonghae-dong in Mokpo, Gatbawi is a natural sandstone and tafoni formation near the mouth of the Yeongsangang River, where freshwater runs into the sea. Gatbawi is named after its shape, which is said to look like two men wearing traditional Korean hats called “gat” (“bawi” meaning “rock”). The rock is actually made of two individual formations: one measuring 8 meters tall and one 6 meters tall. Valued not only for its aesthetics, Gatbawi Rock is of high geological value as a “natural sculpture” that was formed as a result of years of weathering. The rock formation was officially recognized as a Natural Monument on April 27, 2009.

Mokpo Dongbu Market (목포 동부시장)

12.6Km 2024-02-20

15 257beon-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do

Dongbu Market is the largest traditional market in Mokpo. Established in 1972 and remodeled in the early 2000s, it retains its traditional market charm while being pleasant and easy to navigate. It offers a wide variety of items including meat, seafood, fruits, health foods, clothing, and general goods, allowing visitors to experience the nostalgic atmosphere of Korean markets. Visitors can also find famous eateries specializing in fish cakes and chapssal sundae (sweet rice sundae).

Daebak Hongdo Agujjim (대박홍도아구찜)

12.7Km 2024-12-10

Daebak Hongdo Agujjim is a restaurant specializing in agujjim (spicy braised monkfish) and a well-known secret among Mokpo residents. Thanks to its fame, the restaurant has two buildings: the main building and the annex. It is located in Dongbu Market, Mokpo. Monkfish is a type of fish known for its tender and chewy texture and in Korea it is often cooked by braising. Monkfish, bean sprouts, and other vegetables are stir-fried with red chili paste-based sauce, creating a dish that brings alive the tender texture of the monkfish and the crunchiness of the vegetables. What elevates this restaurant above the others is their sauce. Dip the fish into a sauce made with chili pepper powder and it will open doors to a new world of flavor and taste.

Koryo Samgyetang Restaurant (고려삼계탕)

12.9Km 2024-03-20

11 Gyoyuk-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-282-4464

Goryeo Samgyetang specializes in samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup), a traditional Korean health food. They exclusively offer samgyetang as their main menu, serving it in piping hot pots, ensuring a clean and delicious taste without any unnecessary extras. Samgyetang is made with ingredients such as ginseng, jujube, and sweet rice batter, providing a nourishing meal. As a popular local spot, there may be a wait during meal times.

Homeplus - Mokpo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 목포)

12.9Km 2024-04-23

313, Yeongsan-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do

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