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Pohang Museum of Steel Art (포항시립미술관)

6.8Km    2025-02-04

10 Hwanhogongwon-gil, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

The Pohang Museum of Steel Art, themed around steel as the foundation of Pohang's culture, showcases a Steel Art collection, contemporary art exhibitions, and music performances. Its facilities include an outdoor sculpture park, indoor exhibition halls, a museum shop, an art library, and a cafeteria. Visitors can also engage in hands-on programs to craft household items and jewelry from metal.

Hwanho Park (환호공원)

7.0Km    2024-02-13

347 Hwanho-dong, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Hwanho Park stands as Pohang's largest park, situated just behind Yeongildae Beach. This expansive park seamlessly blends the beauty of nature with modern amenities. It offers a wide array of attractions, including a children's playground, the Pohang Museum of Steel Art, charming fountains, a dedicated library for children, and an outdoor stage for various events and performances. Notably, Hwanho Park provides visitors with the opportunity to enjoy breathtaking views of Pohang Steel and the vast expanse of the sea, as well as a unique space walk that evokes a sense of walking in space. Nearby, you'll find additional attractions like the Yeongildae Observatory and the Pohang Marine Park Character Theme Park.

Space Walk (스페이스워크)

7.0Km    2024-10-04

30 Hwanhogongwon-gil, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-270-5176

Space Walk is a unique track 333 meters high with 717 steps in total. The curved steel frame with bright lightings portray the symbol of Pohang "the city of steel and light." Visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the city and factories, as well as enjoy amazing sunsets and sunrises. 

Olive Young - Pohang Mundeok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 포항문덕점)

7.1Km    2025-10-28

15, Wondong-ro, Ocheon-eup, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Olive Young - Pohang Jangseong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 포항장성점)

7.4Km    2025-10-27

1267, Saecheonnyeon-daero, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Dogu Beach (도구 해수욕장)

8.6Km    2024-12-27

This small beach is located about 20 minutes away from Pohang city center, near Pohang Gyeongju Airport. Despite its small size, its fine sand and wonderful sea view make it a beloved hangout for locals and car campers (sleeping in one’s car) alike. Its small size, along with gentle waves, makes it a popular place for family visitors as well. There are a variety of delivery restaurants five minutes away by foot, so one can order delivery food straight onto the beach as well.

Olive Young - Pohang Yangdeok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 포항양덕점)

8.8Km    2025-10-27

225, Sindeok-ro, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Hyangdan (향단)

8.9Km    2025-03-24

121-83 Yangdongmaeul-gil, Gangdong-myeon, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-10-6689-3575

Hyangdan in Yangdong Village, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, is a grand old house designated as a National Treasure. It is a 500-year-old hanok building that now operates as a lodging facility for guests who are looking for a good night's rest in a cozy traditional atmosphere.

Olive Young - Pohang Chogok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 포항초곡점)

9.3Km    2025-10-28

12 Chogokjigu-ro 58beon-gil, Heunghae-eup, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Oeosa Temple (오어사(포항))

9.8Km    2023-01-25

1 , Oeo-ro, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-292-2083

Oeosa Temple in Unjesan Mountain is a place where the deep scent of Buddha can be felt with a lake that looks like a dragon wrapped around it and the strangely-shaped cliffs which harmonizes like an oriental painting. Oeosa Temple is a sacred place where the four great patriarchs of Silla were born. This temple was built during the reign of King Jinpyeong (579-632), the 26th ruler of Silla. It was originally called Hangsasa Temple, but when Great Master Wonhyo and Zen Master Hyegong practiced religious asceticism here, a contest was held to revive the fish in the stream with religious power. However, one of them did not survive, and the other did and swam vigorously.
So each argued that he himself saved the fish, so they called it Oeosa Temple by writing the characters 'O' and 'Eo.' Daeungjeon Hall has a hip-and-gable roof with three bays in the front and two in the side. It was rebuilt in the 17th year of King Yeongjo of the Joseon dynasty (1741). Around the temple, the beautiful natural scenery of Unjesan Mountain and the blue water of Oeoji are spectacular. Jajangam Hermitage can be seen on the rocky cliff, and Wonhyoam Hermitage can be seen to the west of Oeosa Temple. Daeungjeon Hall (Gyeongbuk cultural heritage) has a national treasure bell, Buddhist monk Wonhyo's hat, and many other relics.