Yi Sunsin Square (이순신광장)

6.1Km 2024-12-24

74 Jungang-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-661-1746

Yi Sunsin Square is located in Jungang-dong, Yeosu-si and contains the history and achievements of General Yi Sunsin. The square is the starting point for the history culture tourism belt and the surrounding artifacts and in May hosts the Turtle Ship Festival. The main attraction in the plaza is the life-size turtle ship which visitors can not only view from the outside but also the inside. There are also various performances on Saturdays in the plaza.

Jinnamgwan Hall (여수 진남관)

6.1Km 2022-08-16

11, Dongmun-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-659-4756

Jinnamgwan Hall (National Treasure) is located at the site of the Jeolla Province naval base during the Joseon dynasty. At that time, it was a watchtower called Jimhaeru, where Admiral Yi Sun-sin commanded his forces during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The original building burned down near the end of the war, and Admiral Yi Sun-sin's successor, Yi Si-eon, constructed Jinnamgwan Hall, a large gaeksa (government officer guesthouse) at the site in 1599.

Jinnamgwan Hall is a single-story gable-roofed building with 15 kan (traditional Korean measurement between two pillars) on the front and 5 kan on the sides. It is the largest single-story goverment building from the Joseon dynasty in the region. At the hall entrance is a small museum outlining the history of Jinnamgwan and the Imjin War, and the famous Yeosu Stone Statue (Jeollanam-do Tangible Cultural Asset) is located within the precincts of the hall. Nearby attractions include Jasan Park, Odongdo Island, Dolsan Bridge, Chungminsa Shrine, and Manseongni Beach.

Yeosugu Port (여수구항)

6.2Km 2023-04-04

385-6, Jungang-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-1899-2012

Yeosu Port is the second fishing port of Korea. The port has an ideal environment for fishing, such as a large harbor and deep waters with many islands that form a natural breakwater. The port also acts as a tourist port for sightseeing Odongdo Island, Geumodo Island, and other nearby islands. With Jasan Park as a center point, a relatively new port called Bukhang Port is located to the north and an old port named Namhang Port is located to the southwest. The port area is lined with restaurants and a fisheries market that offer fresh seafood.

Jwasuyeong Bridge (좌수영다리)

6.4Km 2025-02-04

13 Goso 3-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Jwasuyeong Bridge connects Jinnamgwan Hall, the central base of the Joseon Navy, and the Monument for the Naval Victories of Yi Sun-sin. Jwasuyeong was one of the military bases of the Joseon Navy. The walls of the bridge are adorned with depictions of Admiral Yi's achievements and stories, allowing visitors to appreciate them as they cross. Continued to walk after the bridge will lead to Angel Mural Alley, making it an excellent spot for further sightseeing.

BACKPACKERS IN YEOSU (백패커스인여수)

6.6Km 2024-12-24

14 , Gonghwanam 2-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-2561-2552

Backpackers in Yeosu is a guesthouse that welcomes individual, family, and group travelers with reasonable prices. It has a spacious shared kitchen, a reading room, coin laundry and dryer room, and even a pub&cafe where guests can make friends over beer. The guesthouse has a parking lot, and transport connections are good: it’s not far to Yeosu Airport, Yeosu Expo Station, Yeosu Bus Terminal, and the Passenger Ship Terminal, making this a good base for exploring Yeosu, Suncheon and Jeju Island.

Goso-dong Mural Village (고소동 천사벽화마을)

6.6Km 2025-02-04

268 Goso-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Goso-dong Mural Village, located on a hill with a panoramic view of the sea, is filled with various murals on walls and pavements depicting Yeosu’s history, culture, and daily life. The village is 1,004 meters long, earning the name "Cheonsa (Angel) Mural Village" because "1,004" sounds like "angel" in Korean. The area features cafés, photo spots, a live performance zone, Moonlight Gallery, and the Yi Sun-Sin Tactical Kite Museum. At Opodae Park, there is an observation deck offering a stunning view of the Yeosu cityscape.

Dolsandaegyo Bridge (돌산대교)

6.7Km 2022-05-12

3617-7, Dolsan-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-664-8978

Dolsandaegyo Bridge in Yeosu connects Dolsan Island to the mainland, and is a representative attraction of the city, lit up in many colored lights at night. The island of Dolsan is said to be a fortress in the ocean, and protected the nation from invaders and pirates during the Joseon dynasty. Construction on the bridge began in 1980 and was completed in 1984, with Dolsan Park being founded on the hilltop above the bridge in celebration of the bridge opening.

Yeosu Minam Cruise (여수 미남크루즈)

6.7Km 2024-02-20

3617-22 Dolsan-ro, Dolsan-eup, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Yeosu Minam Cruise is a cruise ship that offers tours of Yeosu's major attractions from the sea. Built with Korean shipbuilding technology, it boasts a total of four decks and can accommodate up to 920 passengers. During the day, it operates the Seascape City Tour, allowing passengers to enjoy the scenic views of Yeosu's coastline. In the evening, it offers Night View Tour and Fireworks Tour.

Expo Ocean Park (엑스포해양공원)

6.8Km 2022-12-28

1, Bangnamhoe-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-1577-2012

Expo Ocean Park offers waterfront walking paths for strolls along the sea. Visitors can also take part in dynamic marine leisure sports programs or watch the multimedia BIG-O Show. In addition, the establishment offers facilities such as exhibition halls and seminar rooms that can hold both international and small scale meetings or events.

Yeosu Maritime Cable Car (여수 해상케이블카)

6.8Km 2025-10-23

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.”

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