Suwon Yeongdong Market (수원 영동시장)

5.9Km 2022-07-27

6, Suwoncheon-ro 255beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-251-0171

The neighborhood around Paldalmun Gate serves as the main business district of Suwon, where more than 300 stores and stalls are joined to make a large market. The atmosphere and the physical surroundings help to both keep traditions alive and move into the modern age, which is one of the main aspects of this market that draws in more visitors each year. Since 1917 when the market first opened to the public, the vendors here have specialized in traditional garments, including hanbok (traditional Korean clothes) and accessories. Among 300 stores, 40 stores feature finished hanbok, another 40 stores sell fabric, 70 stores are general clothing store, and the remaining stores sell daily goods, accessories, agricultural and stockbreeding products. In the past, the market was the largest market south of the metropolitan area so people from Suwon, Pyeongtaek, Hwaseong, and Osan frequently visited. An on-going maintenance project to keep the originality of the market began in 2002 and the market now features modernized facilities.

Nammun Rodeo Market (남문로데오시장)

6.0Km 2025-05-21

88 Haenggung-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Nammun Rodeo Market is a popular spot among youngsters and couples for its unique cafes and Saturday Market, which bring art and culture together. There is a variety of cafes, jewelry shops, noraebang (karaoke rooms), and other stores, making it a great place to visit with the family or on a date.

Suwonhyanggyo Confucian School (수원향교)

6.0Km 2022-12-29

107-9, Hyanggyo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-245-7639

Suwonhyanggyo Confucian School was built in 1291 in front of Hwasan Mountain in Hwaseong where it stayed for nearly 500 years. It was moved to its current location in 1789 with the construction of Hwaseong Fortress. During the move, some of the original wood was exposed to water and began to rot. These parts were repaired in 1795 and efforts were made to prevent the wooden structure from futher damage. The current school is comprised of various halls, gates, and pavilions. It is registered as Gyeonggi-do Cultural Property and operates programs every summer for regional students.

Gunpo Royal Azalea Festival (군포철쭉축제)

6.0Km 2023-04-13

407 , Beonyeong-ro, Gunpo-si, Gyeonggi-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-31-390-3558

City of Gunpo, filled with charming pink azaleas, will overwhelm the viewers' hearts with excitement. The annual festival will hold memorable events and entertainment for visitors to enjoy.