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Jisimdo Island (지심도)

Jisimdo Island (지심도)

4.2Km    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."

Himart - Mokpo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 목포)

Himart - Mokpo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 목포)

5.1Km    2024-06-27

3710, Geoje-daero, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Lotte Mart - Geoje Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 거제점)

Lotte Mart - Geoje Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 거제점)

5.1Km    2024-04-22

9-9, Seogando-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Admiral Hotel (애드미럴호텔)

Admiral Hotel (애드미럴호텔)

5.4Km    2021-02-11

16, Seogando-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-687-3761

Admiral Hotel is located on Geojedo Island, home to many tourist attractions such as Hakdong Beach and Oido Botania. In addition to guestrooms, the hotel features large and small banquet halls, restaurants serving diverse dishes, and a business center. Guests at the Admiral are eligible for a 10% discount on the Haegeumgang Ferry tour.

Gujora Beach (구조라해수욕장)

Gujora Beach (구조라해수욕장)

5.6Km    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.

Okpo Great Victory Commemorative Park (옥포대첩기념공원)

5.7Km    2021-06-08

87, Pallangpo 2-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-639-8129

Okpo Great Victory Commemorative Park was built in 1996 to commemorate Admiral Yi Sun-sin's first victory of the Okpo Battle during the Imjin War (1592-1598). Visitors can go up the memorial tower and Okporu Pavilion to get an unobstructed view of the Okpo Bay ahead. In addition to the tower and pavilion, the park also has a shrine dedicated to Admiral Yi.

Gujora Fortress Sound of the Breeze Path (샛바람소리길)

Gujora Fortress Sound of the Breeze Path (샛바람소리길)

5.8Km    2024-11-05

423-1 Gujora-ri, Irun-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

The Sound of the Breeze Path, connecting Gujora Cruise Ship Dock to Gujora Fortress, offers beautiful views of the coast, bamboo forests, and villages. Built to block invasions during the Joseon dynasty and to block the east wind, the Gujora Fortress has become a great travel destination for tranquil walks away from the complexities of daily life. Wearing sneakers and long pants is recommended.

Deokpo Beach (덕포해수욕장)

Deokpo Beach (덕포해수욕장)

6.8Km    2021-06-24

32-4, Deokpo 5-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-639-4178

Deokpo Beach is a white sandy beach in the city of Geoje in Gyeongsangnam-do. The 450 meter-long and 40 meter-wide beach offers fine sand, clear waters, a gentle slope and old sea pine trees along the coast. Nearby attractions include the Okpo Great Victory Commemorative Park, which was built in 1996 to commemorate the victory of Admiral Yi Sun-sin, and the Okpo Shipyard of Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering with a giant shipyard crane.

Baekmanseok (백만석)

Baekmanseok (백만석)

9.1Km    2024-03-06

47 Gyeryong-ro, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-638-3300

Baekmanseok is a renowned restaurant on Geojedo Island specializing in a local delicacy called meongge bibimbap (sea pineapple bibimbap), which is a dish made of sea pineapple mixed with laver, sesame seeds, and sesame oil, renowned for its exquisite taste. The menu also includes options like ganjang gejang jeongsik (soy sauce marinated crab set menu), seongge bibimbap (sea urchin bibimbap), and saeng ureong maeuntang (spicy rockfish stew). Additionally, side dishes such as spicy fish stew, marinated crab, and grilled fish are served. Nearby attractions include the Geoje P.O.W. Camp Historic Park and the Geoje Tour Monorail.

Oedo-Botania (외도 보타니아)

Oedo-Botania (외도 보타니아)

9.2Km    2024-10-18

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.