Yeosu Maritime Cable Car (여수 해상케이블카)

7.4Km 2024-12-30

3600-1 Dolsan-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-664-7301

Yeosu Maritime Cable Car is the first of its kind in Korea, connecting Dolsan Island and the mainland over the ocean. Passengers can choose between the standard cabins and crystal cabins. In particular, crystal cabins allow passengers to observe the ocean below ones feet, experiencing the thrill of being suspended in mid-air through its transparent flooring.

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This is the place where Wanna One’s Jaehwan visited with Yoon Jisung as a part of the web series “Paljjangzgram.” The two listened to music with Bluetooth connection in the cable car and drew each others’ portraits, and Jisung expressed his thanks for the invitation, saying, “Thank you for bringing me along, and I think I will never forget this memory.”

Yeosu Ocean Railbike (여수해양레일바이크)

7.4Km 2022-12-28

187, Mangyang-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-652-7882

Yeosu Ocean Railbike is comprised of a 3.5-kilometer open track that follows the rocky coast of Yeosu. The track takes passengers along the coastal line through the open air and a tunnel course at a leisurely pace. The track and bikes are designed to please the eyes of passengers as well as ensure safety and comfort.

Heungguksa Temple (Yeosu) (흥국사 (여수))

7.5Km 2021-11-05

160, Heungguksa-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-685-5633

The name of Heungguksa Temple means “if the country prospers, the temple does well.” The temple was established to pray for the country to flourish. Located on Yeongchwisan Mountain, Heunaguksa was founded by Bojo Guksa in 1195.

Within the compound are other buildings including Wontongjeon, Palsangjeon and Daeungjeon (Main Hall). The temple’s main hall, a Treasure, is open in its structure and equipped with traditional Korean doors. A Buddhist painting named Hubultaenghwa is designated as a Treasure. At the entrance to the temple is a rainbow-shaped stone bridge called Honggyo Bridge,a Treasure, which is widely known as a distinguished work of art.

On Yeongchwisan Mountain, azaleas begin to bloom in early April and completely take over the mountain by the end of the month. Azalea blossoms create an extravagant view along the ridgeline of Yeongchwibong Peak (439 meters above sea level) and Jillyebong Peak (510 meters above sea level). During this period, the Mount Yeongchwisan Azalea Festival takes place.

Yeosu Expo Station (여수엑스포역)

7.5Km 2016-12-23

2, Mangyang-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-663-7788

Yeosu Station began operations on December 25, 1930 as an ordinary station on the new railway connecting Gwangju and Yeosu. Later, the site was used as a venue for Yeosu World Expo, so the station was moved to Deokchung-dong and renamed as Yeosu Expo Station on October 1, 2011.

Dolsan Park (돌산공원)

7.6Km 2021-07-29

3600-1, Dolsan-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-659-4628

Dolsan Park, located across from Dolsan Bridge, was created in 1987 on land spanning over 287,000 square meters. A teahouse inside the park was originally a TV drama shooting set. The teahouse offers a fine view of Dolsan Bridge, so visitors often stop by to drink tea while enjoying the view. The view point at the park also overlooks magnificent sunsets over Dolsan Bridge and exquisite night views of Dolsan Bridge, Marine Park, and Janggundo Island. The Memorial Time Capsule, containing various materials related to the merger of Yeosu city, was buried at the center of park in 1994 and will be opened in 2094.

Hanhwa Aqua Planet Yeosu (아쿠아플라넷 여수)

7.7Km 2022-12-28

61-11, Odongdo-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-660-1111

Hanhwa Aqua Planet Yeosu is the second largest aquarium in Korea and the first to be built entirely aboveground. Opened in 2012 with the Yeosu World Expo, the aquarium is an environmentally friendly building, using solar power for most of its energy use. The aquarium is divided into different sections such as Ocean Life, Marine Life, and Aqua Forest, as well as a hands-on experience zone. There are approximately 55,000 marine animals of about 300 species including rare animals such as beluga (white whale) and baikal seal living in the aquarium.

Samhakjip (삼학집)

7.8Km 2021-05-11

66, Odongdo-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-662-0261

A restaurant with over 70 years of tradition in Yeosu. The best menu at this restaurant is sliced raw tongue sole salad. This seafood restaurant is located in Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do.

Dongbaek Hoegwan (동백회관)

7.9Km 2024-03-20

74 Odongdo-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
061-664-1487

Dongbaek Hoegwan is a Korean table d'hote restaurant located near Yeosu Expo Park. Meals are provided according to the number of people and price range. A table full of seasonal seafood such as blue crab, flatfish, shrimp, webfoot octopus, sea urchin, and octopus is generously prepared. With a variety of cooking methods including raw fish dishes, soups, braised dishes, and mixed seafood platters, it is a must-visit restaurant for seafood lovers.

Yeosu Yeongchwisan Mountain (영취산 (여수))

7.9Km 2024-03-08

Sangam-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Yeongchwisan Mountain is not very tall, rising just 510 meters above sea level, but the mountain has long been deemed as a spiritual guardian of the Yeosu peninsula. During the old days, people held rituals for rain or offered wishful prayers here. Geumseongdae and Dosolam Hermitage are two Buddhist places of worship on the mountain.

As Yeongchwisan Mountain is not very tall, taking any hiking course will lead hikers to the peak within about four hours. The mountain is a perfect place for family travelers to go hiking. Yeongchwisan Mountain is also widely known as the first place in Korea where azaleas begin to bloom in the spring, and is one of the top three most famous places in Korea for azalea blossoms. In April each year, the azalea festival is held in the mountain. The festival offers a variety of programs including a ritual for the god of the mountain, a writing contest for students, a photo contest, and Miss Azalea beauty pageant. During the festival, visitors can enjoy various events and local foods.

Hamel Lighthouse (하멜등대)

7.9Km 2024-11-05

96 Hamel Road, Yeosu, Jeollanam-do

One of the actual locations that served as a backdrop for the drama " Behind Your Touch," this lighthouse, named after Hendrick Hamel, the author of "Hamel's Journal and a Voyage to Lilliput," is situated at the end of the breakwater in Yeosu Harbor Marine Park.

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