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Gujora Beach (구조라해수욕장)

Gujora Beach (구조라해수욕장)

0m    32852     2023-04-06

2056, Geoje-daero, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-639-4178

Gujora Beach is not only known for its natural beauty and crystal clear water, but also as a beach that can be reached conveniently. It was initially used by U.S. soldiers when a prisoner-of-war camp was established in Geoje in the aftermath of the Korean War. After the beach was opened to the public in the 1970s, it became better known for its natural beauty than its military history. The beach is relatively shallow with warm water and stretches 1.1 kilometers long and has a x_width of 30 meters. It has many nearby attractions such as Mangsan Mountain, Sujeongbong Peak, Anseom Island, and Yundolseom Island, creating a beautiful view.
Situated farther inland, partially encircled by the coastline, the water at Gujora Beach is calm and serene. A number of restaurants can be found nearby, mainly selling fresh hoe (sliced raw fish) as well as famous local produce such as anchovies and seaweed. Visitors can enjoy the nearby attractions such as Gujora Fortress as well as Haegeumgang, Naedo, and Oedo Islands by taking a cruise tour.

Geoje Fishing Village Folk Museum (거제어촌민속전시관)

3.0 Km    24944     2024-03-20

41 Jisepohaean-ro, Irun-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Geoje Fishing Village Folk Museum is an exhibition hall dedicated to preserving and showcasing the traditional maritime culture and the history of fisheries in Korea. The museum operates with themes such as the Sea of Tradition, the Sea of Life, and the Sea of Experience. Visitors can view traditional fishing boats, gear, and daily tools used in Korean fishing villages. The museum also features an aquarium displaying rare fish species and a video room.

Geoje Marine Festival (거제 바다로세계로)

Geoje Marine Festival (거제 바다로세계로)

3.6 Km    4961     2022-09-14

15-44 , Jisepohaean-ro, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-55-639-4163

Geoje Marine Festival embodies summer, with marine lesiure sports to enjoy the day, and concerts by various idols to heat up the night. Visitors can also enjoy raw fish at the lowest prices and evening markets.

Oedo-Botania (외도 보타니아)

Oedo-Botania (외도 보타니아)

4.6 Km    102212     2022-12-23

17, Oedo-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-681-4541

Oedo-Botania is a marine botanical garden located on an island in Hallyeohaesang National Park between Tongyeong and Geojedo Island. What started over 30 years ago as a private garden has expanded to cover the entire island in a plethora of plants in European-style gardens, accented by scultures and statues. The garden blooms in a riot of flowers in April, and visitors can walk in the cool shade of the forested trails in summer. Recently, dinosaur footprints were found on the island, adding to its value. The island's cafe offers drinks and light snacks, along with a fantastic view of Haegeumgang Island and the surrounding blue sea. Oedo-Botania is only accessable via a ferry tour, and there are no accommodations on the island.

Jisimdo Island (지심도)

Jisimdo Island (지심도)

5.1 Km    64775     2021-09-24

31-2, Jisimdo-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-681-6007

Located 1.5 kilometers away to the east side of Irun-myeon, Geoje, Jisimdo Island is a very small island covering an area of just 0.338 ㎢ with a 3.5-kilometer long coast line. From Jangseungpohang Port, it takes approximately 15 minutes by ferry and visitors can tour the entire island within 2 hours.

The name of the island comes from its appearance resembling the Chinese character ‘sim (心).’ The island is home to abundant and old camellia trees more than any other islands in the southern sea, earning the nickname "Dongbaek (camellia) Island."

YETMASIL [Korea Quality] / 옛마실펜션 [한국관광 품질인증]

YETMASIL [Korea Quality] / 옛마실펜션 [한국관광 품질인증]

5.6 Km    1014     2023-10-25

65 , Majeon 1-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-682-2141

Yetmashil Pension in Okrim-ri, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, is a hanok built of pinewood and red clay, whose rooms offer comfortable bedding and ondol underfloor heating. Each guestroom has a living room, kitchen and bathroom. The pension has a spacious yard with pine trees, natural stones and wild flowers, providing a peaceful view. On clear nights you can see fireflies here!

SONANGGOO [Korea Quality] / 소낭구펜션 [한국관광 품질인증]

SONANGGOO [Korea Quality] / 소낭구펜션 [한국관광 품질인증]

5.6 Km    11305     2020-09-09

83, Majeon 1-gil, Irun-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
055-682-2141, 010-6776-6054

Sonanggo Pension is built on a 19,834m² area overlooking Jisepohang Port. The word “sonanggu” is a Gyeongsangnam-do vernacular for “pine tree." As the name suggests, there are lots of pine trees in the area. The pension consists of two log cabins and a yard, both of which are situated right in the middle of a pine grove. The owner of the pension built the buildings here so that guests can enjoy a panoramic view of the landscape of Jisepo Port, with the buildings facing south for sunlight. Two two-story buildings are built with logs and red clay, giving them a natural look and feel. The garden is full of flowers, trees, and wild flowers grown by the owner for over 17 years. The yard with stair steps is 6,611m² wide, and it mainly consists of pine trees and natural rocks. There are tables, low wooden bench, and traditional Korean lookout hut for the guests to relax and enjoy the surrounding nature. The pension has a total of 10 guestrooms in two buildings named “Yanghandang" and “Hwasaengdang.” There are rooms of different sizes that can accommodate between two and eight people, so be sure to choose the right room to suit your needs when booking. All the guestrooms are furnished with modern kitchen and bathroom. In the yard are “Red Clay and Stone Plates” built with a traditional Korean floor heating system for those wishing to have a barbecue. You can also cook potatoes and Korean pancakes on the 4cm-thick stone plates heated by firewood.

Hakdong Auto Campging Site (학동자동차야영장)

Hakdong Auto Campging Site (학동자동차야영장)

5.6 Km    15370     2024-03-20

981 Geoje-daero, Dongbu-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Hakdong Auto Camping Site was established by Korea National Park Service to promote a healthy camping culture. It includes a total of 105 facilities, comprising eighty-nine auto campsites and six caravan sites. Convenient amenities such as shower rooms, dishwashing areas, electricity, and eco-friendly experiential facilities are available. Nearby attractions include Hakdongmongdolhaebyeon Pebble Beach, Oedo Island, and Windy Hill.

Hakdong Mongdol Beach (학동흑진주몽돌해변)

Hakdong Mongdol Beach (학동흑진주몽돌해변)

6.0 Km    26328     2022-08-10

18-1, Hakdong 6-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-635-5421

Hakdong Mongdol Beach, filled with small black pebbles, spans a distance of 1.2 kilometers and a x_width of 50 meters, covering a 30,000 ㎡ area. Walking on the pebbles stimulates acupressure points on the soles of feet, providing health benefits for visitors. Unlike other beaches on the southern part of the country, the water of Hakdong Mongdol Beach is deep with rough waves, but various water activities are available. There are accommodations and restaurants nearby and dock at the beach offers a boat excursion around popular attractions.

Geoje Hawaii Condo Beach Hotel (거제하와이콘도 비치호텔)

Geoje Hawaii Condo Beach Hotel (거제하와이콘도 비치호텔)

6.3 Km    60609     2020-04-23

60, Hakdong 6-gil, Dongbu-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-635-7114

Geoje Hawaii Condo Beach Hotel's location provides an outstanding place to watch the sunrise between November and February, when guests can see the rising sun over the South Sea's horizon. Each guestroom and attached terrace is designed to give guests the best possible view of the surrounding nature. Guests can choose their rooms from among various facilities with individual themes and interior features. Also, just 100 meters from the parking lot is a ferry dock for guests who want to check out nearby Oedo Island and Haegeumgang Rock.