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Motgol Market (못골종합시장)

Motgol Market (못골종합시장)

10.1Km    2025-10-23

10-12 Suwoncheon-ro 258beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Motgol Market features a variety of shops selling side dishes and ingredients ranging from fresh and dried fish to meat, vegetables, rice cake, and more. The sells make great efforts in promoting trust between merchant and customer, providing their products at the lowest prices with a friendly smile. The market stands as a representative culture market of Korea, thanks to the convinence in shopping and the affordable products.

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Motgol Market is where Sol and her mother shopped for groceries for her father’s memorial ceremony, with their playful bickering over the fruits for the ritual adding a heartwarming touch. The market is filled with affordable, high-quality food, making it a popular spot for both tourists and locals.

Paldalmun Market (팔달문시장)

Paldalmun Market (팔달문시장)

10.1Km    2025-10-28

17 Jeongjo-ro 770beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

There are 9 traditional markets around Suwon's South Gate. Among them, in Paldalmun Market, there is a whole chicken street that stretches for about 400m, so many people visit it. The old-fashioned way of frying the whole chicken in a large cauldron and the unique seasoning preserve its flavor. After visiting other connected markets, you can complete your Suwon tour by walking through the Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Suwon Hwaseong Special Tourist Zone (수원화성 관광특구)

Suwon Hwaseong Special Tourist Zone (수원화성 관광특구)

10.1Km    2025-10-24

780 Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Hwaseong Fortress, Suwon, was built by King Jeongjo, the 22nd ruler of the Joseon dynasty, when he moved the tomb of his father, Crown Prince Sado, to Hwasan Mountain in Suwon. Because of its high historical and cultural value, it was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. In 2016, the Hwaseong Fortress area, ranging from Paldalsan Mountain to Jangan Park, Yeonmudae Command Post, and Paldalmun Market, was designated as a special tourist zone, establishing itself as a representative tourist destination in Suwon visited by many tourists. 

Suwon Workshop Street (수원 공방거리)

Suwon Workshop Street (수원 공방거리)

10.3Km    2024-12-11

Namchang-dong, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Suwon Workshop Street stretches from the plaza of Hwaseong Haenggung Palace to the Nammun Rodeo Youth Culture Performance Hall near Paldalmun Gate. The street is lined with workshops where artists display and sell their handmade crafts. Visitors can engage in various craft experiences, including woodcraft, hanji (traditional Korean paper) craft, ribbon craft, sewing, and metalworking, while also shopping for unique handmade items. In addition to the workshops, the street features Haenggung Sarangchae, a cozy spot for travelers to unwind, the Museum of Memories, and several charming cafés.

Hyowon’s Bell (효원의 종·서장대)

Hyowon’s Bell (효원의 종·서장대)

10.3Km    2025-05-22

Namchang-dong, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Hyowon’s Bell is located at the summit of Paldalsan Mountain. The bell was created to honor the filial devotion of King Jeongjo towards his father, Crown Prince Sado. The bell has various symbols representing the city of Suwon and its cultural assets. The bell is always rung three times- the first ring is in gratitude for the love of one’s parents, the second to hope for happiness in one’s family, and the third as a prayer for self-improvement.

Suwon Chicken Street (수원통닭거리)

Suwon Chicken Street (수원통닭거리)

10.4Km    2025-05-22

16 Jeongjo-ro 800beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Suwon Chicken Street, located in a small 100 m-long alley on Paldal-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon, is where about 11 stores, ranging from the original store that opened in 1970 to new ones, serve fried whole chicken. It is the tradition of Suwon Chicken Street to pour oil into a large cauldron and fry chicken. The menu only consists of fried chicken and seasoned fried chicken, but they are gaining popularity for their savory taste, different from those of famous chicken brands. In Suwon Chicken Street, you can meet the granny of “Maehyang Tongdak,” who has been selling fried chicken in Suwon Chicken Street since the 1970s using the chicken she raised in a chicken coop on a stall, as well as the famous “Yongseong Tongdak" and “Jinmi Tongdak" in this alley. The chicken price is low, so you don't have to worry about it. Thanks to plentiful servings and unique taste, the shops on this street are crowded with customers from all over the country, including students, who come having heard of the place by word of mouth.

Seoho Kkotmoe Park (서호꽃뫼공원)

10.4Km    2025-02-04

100 Suseong-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Seoho Kkotmoe Park, located near Hwaseo Station, is an urban garden dedicated to preserving biodiversity and maintaining healthy ecosystems. The park features a four seasons garden, divided into 11 sections, as well as a well-maintained walking trail around the park. Additionally, there are a grass square, a forest playground, and various sports facilities, making it a beloved spot for local residents.

Jeongjo Theme Performance Hall (정조테마공연장)

Jeongjo Theme Performance Hall (정조테마공연장)

10.5Km    2024-07-24

817 Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Jeongjo Theme Performance Hall is located in a hanok-style building just next to the Temporary Palace of Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon. The hall serves as venue to a range of performances, both traditional and modern, and is a great addition to family visits to the area.

Temporary Palace at Hwaseong Fortress (Hwaseong Haenggung Palace) (화성행궁)

Temporary Palace at Hwaseong Fortress (Hwaseong Haenggung Palace) (화성행궁)

10.5Km    2025-05-22

825 Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

A haenggung is a temporary palace where the king and royal family retreated to during a war. Hwaseong Haenggung Palace is the largest one of these, used by the Joseon kings since the time of King Jeongjo (r. 1776-1800). In addition to being used as a shelter during war, King Jeongjo also stayed here during trips to worship at his father's tomb. The palace was the location of a splendid feast held on the 60th birthday of his mother, Hyegyeonggung Hong, and many other events, including award certificates for successful candidates of special national exams. These days, the palace serves as a venue for many traditional cultural performances and activities.

Suwon Museum of Art (수원시립미술관)

Suwon Museum of Art (수원시립미술관)

10.6Km    2025-05-22

833 Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Suwon Museum of Art is a cultural and artistic space located in the plaza of Hwaseong Haenggung Palace in Suwon. The building, which embodies the harmony of modernity and nature, includes exhibition halls, a library, classrooms, and a cafeteria. It serves as a place where the spirit of Hwaseong meets contemporary art, offering high-quality exhibitions, immersive interactive displays, and unique showcases focusing on the Suwon region.