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Cape Ganjeolgot Somang-gil (간절곶 소망길)

Cape Ganjeolgot Somang-gil (간절곶 소망길)

10.6 Km    1     2024-02-20

Nasa-ri, Seosaeng-myeon, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

Cape Ganjeolgot Somang-gil is a coastal path along Ganjeolgot Beach, where the first sunrise of the Korean peninsula can be witnessed, making it a popular spot for New Year's sunrise wishes. Stretching for 10km from the entrance of Jinha Myeongseongyo Bridge to Sinam Port, the route offers five themed courses: Love, Romance, Happiness, and more. An iconic 5-meter Hope Mailbox stands as a local attraction, set against the beautiful Ganjeolgot Lighthouse, designated as one of the "Sixteen Scenic Lighthouses," and a large-winged windmill.

Ulsan Museum (울산박물관)

10.8 Km    17340     2021-04-30

277, Duwang-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-222-8501

Ulsan Museum is an archive of the past, present, and future of Ulsan City. The museum facilities include a history hall giving a general outline of the city from the prehistoric to the modern times, an industry hall showing Ulsan as the industrial capital of Korea, and a children’s experience hall for educational purposes. This eco-friendly museum equipped with advanced exhibition and education facilities is a model cultural space to help visitors understand Ulsan’s identity.

Ganjeolgot Lighthouse (간절곶 등대)

10.9 Km    30919     2023-07-17

39-2, Ganjeolgot 1-gil, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-239-6313

The sunrise along the East Coast can be viewed earliest at Cape Ganjeolgot in Daesong-ri, Uljin-gun. The breathtaking view of the sunrise can be seen a minute earlier than Cape Homigot in Yeongilman Bay and five minutes earlier than Jeongdongjin in Gangneung. Cape Ganjeolgot is in the spotlight as a new tourist attraction along with Jinha Beach and Seosaengpo Japanese Fortress. The lighthouse is located 20 minutes away from the entrance to Ulsan Nambu Beltway. When acacias bloom along the coast from Ulsan to Haeundae Beach in Busan, the road is filled with its subtle perfume. This road is perfect as a driving course with the combination of beautiful white acacia trees in the hills and the occasional appearance of the sea. Enjoy the tremendous scenery of the invigorating sea and the misty view of the hills. Although it is only 20 minutes away from Ulsan Nambu Beltway, the scenic beauty contributes to the exotic look.

Ganjeolgot Sunrise Festival (울산 간절곶 해맞이)

Ganjeolgot Sunrise Festival (울산 간절곶 해맞이)

10.9 Km    17725     2022-12-14

39-2, Ganjeolgot 1-gil, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-52-204-0313

Ganjeolgot Cape in Ulsan is the first place in Korea to see the the sunrise each day, with its end point sticking out into the ocean. The cape is the site of the annual New Year’s Sunrise Festival. The festival starts at sunset on December 31 and is filled with a wide range of performances that last throughout the night. At first light, people can be seen quietly standing with their hands clasped together, making a wish on the newly born year as they watch the sun rise over the ocean.

Ulsan Grand Park (울산대공원)

10.9 Km    43489     2023-02-02

94, Daegongwon-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-271-8816

Ulsan Grand Park, located in Namgu Ok-dong, is an ecotype city park with multiple attractions. The park offers huge swimming pool, a theme park, an outdoor concert area, multipurpose sports field and more. The outdoor theme park offers 4 different size ponds, a walking trail, playgrounds, outdoor concert hall, squares, multipurpose sports field and picnic areas. Also near the South gate, you can find a butterfly field, rose garden, and a small zoo.

Ulsan Grand Park Light Festival (울산대공원 빛 축제)

Ulsan Grand Park Light Festival (울산대공원 빛 축제)

10.9 Km    15972     2022-04-06

94, Daegongwon-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan
• 1330 Korea Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-52-226-0305

Ulsan Grand Park Light Festival offers beautiful light displays and shows in a variety of zones under an overall theme that changes each year.

Homeplus - Ulsan Nam-gu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 울산남구)

Homeplus - Ulsan Nam-gu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 울산남구)

11.1 Km    0     2024-04-23

148, Suam-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan

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Olive Young - Ulsan Industrial Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 울산공업탑)

Olive Young - Ulsan Industrial Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 울산공업탑)

11.5 Km    0     2024-04-23

17, Samsan-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan

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Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium (문수축구경기장)

Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium (문수축구경기장)

11.5 Km    12813     2021-05-26

44, Munsu-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-220-2002

Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium’s exterior design looks like a crane, which represents the bird of Ulsan. The design of the roof and the pillars represents the youth and dynamics of the city. Other representative symbols include a whale and big crown of the Silla dynasty.