Ottchil Art Museum (통영 옻칠미술관)

2.4 Km 13636 2020-07-07

36, Yongnamhaean-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-649-5257

Tongyeong has been known for Najeonchilgi (mother-of-pearl crafts) for over four centuries. Naturally, Ottchil Art Museum (“Ottchil” meaning “lacquer”) showcases the best of mother-of-pearl crafts of Tongyeong.

Since prehistoric times, Najeonchilgi (along with its precursor, Chaehwachilgi) has formed the essence of traditional crafts. It refers to crafts employing mother-of-pearl. During the Goryeo Period (918-1392), Najeonchilgi blossomed into a national art; it evolved into a folk art during the Joseon Period (1392-1910).

The museum displays a mixture of daily use crafts and contemporary lacquer art (including formative art pieces), both employing the finest lacquer extracted from lacquer trees. The displayed items provide visitors with an opportunity to appreciate the elegance of traditional Korean crafts.

Skyline Luge (스카이라인 루지)

2.5 Km 8326 2023-02-08

178, Balgae-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-1522-2468

Skyline Luge is a luge kart adventure experience that was specially designed for downhill riding and features four tracks with a total distance of 3.8 kilometers. Visitors can reach the starting point by taking the Sky Ride lift. The track offers many thrilling sections, like curves and tunnels. The rides were designed to be easy and safe, and even children between x_heights 85 - 120 centimeters can enjoy the ride when accompanied by a guardian over age 19 and 150 centimeters in x_height.

Dongwon Haemul Cheonguk (동원해물천국)

2.6 Km 22540 2024-03-04

41 Nampo 2-gil, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
055-649-7878

Dongwon Haemul Cheonguk is located near Donam Tourist Area in Tongyeong. With a beautiful ocean view, visitors can enjoy fresh seafood sourced directly from the waters of Tongyeong. The signature dish is cheolpan haemultang (spicy seafood stew on a hot iron plate), brimming with fresh seasonal catches like abalone and octopus. Additional specialties include meongge bibimbap (sea pineapple bibimbap), saenggulhoe (raw oysters), and mulhoe (cold raw fish soup).

Tongyeong Mireuksan Mountain (미륵산(통영))

2.7 Km 40126 2021-02-25

115, Bongsudolsaem-gil, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-650-0580

Situated in the middle of Mireukdo Island on the southern part of Tongyeong, Mireuksan Mountain (altitude 458.4 meters) is also sometimes referred to as Yonghwasan Mountain after Yonghwasa Temple. Additional temples on the mountain include the more secluded Gwaneumam and Dosoram Hermitages, as well as Miraesa Temple. While not as tall as other mountains, it is famous for its lush forest, valleys with pure water, odd-shaped rocks, and rock caves. The mountain is beautiful year round with royal azalea in spring, bright foliage in fall, and breathtaking views of the Korean archipelago.

Kumho Tongyeong Marina Resort (금호통영마리나리조트)

2.9 Km 11889 2021-01-15

33, Keunbalgae 1-gil, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-643-8000

Kumho Tongyeong Marina Resort offers visitors the nation’s first land and water combined resort that includes yacht and other water sports as well as cutting edge sports facilities for educational training.

E-Mart - Tongyeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 통영)

4.5 Km 0 2024-04-23

9, Jungnim 4-ro, Gwangdo-myeon, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Tongyeong Lighthouse Fishing Park (통영등대낚시공원)

4.5 Km 0 2024-02-08

441 Samchingihaean-gil, Sanyang-eup, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Tongyeong Lighthouse Fishing Park is a bridge-shaped fishing facility, conveniently situated near the Donam Tourist Complex in Tongyeong. It was established in 2006 when Tongyeong was selected as a pilot site for the Marine Fishing Park project initiated by Gyeongsangnam-do. Known as an ideal spot for sea fishing, it offers stunning views of the Hallyeo National Marine Park. This location allows visitors to enjoy sea fishing safely without the need to venture far out to sea by boat.

Bada Hyanggi [Korea Quality] / 바다향기 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

4.5 Km 188 2021-04-01

36, Jungnimhaean-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-644-0300

This hotel is located by the shores of Tongyeong, the “Naples of the East,” and lives up to its name with its view of the sea. It faces a small island called Ido Island, which blends in with the scenery to offer a spectacular view. It can be reached by foot in 8 min from Tongyeong Bus Terminal, but guests also have access to the pickup service offered by the hotel. The other strength of the hotel is that the building also contains a restaurant specializing in sliced raw fish. There are 30 rooms in total, all non-smoking, with three types of Standard, Special (Ocean View), VIP (Ocean View). Special rooms come with a balcony and a view of the sea, while the VIP room has a whirlpool bathtub. There are supermarkets, parks, and a police station located nearby the hotel. Tongyeong’s sights such as Dongpirang Mural Village, Seopirang Village, Tongyeong Jungang Market, and Chungmu Gimbap Street are reachable in 15 min by car.

Cypress Forest Napoli Farm (편백나무숲속 나폴리농원)

5.0 Km 37892 2024-02-28

152 Mireuksan-gil, Sanyang-eup, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Cypress Forest Napoli Farm is located on the mid-slope of Mireuksan Mountain in Tongyeong, offering an experience of walking barefoot on a cypress tree-lined path emitting phytoncides. Their "Cypress Forest Barefoot Healing Wellness Trip" program, lasting approximately one hour and thirty minutes, allows participants to immerse themselves in the therapeutic benefits of barefoot walking. Beyond this, the site offers an Air café where visitors can savor pour-over coffee amidst the invigorating outdoor ambiance. With amenities like a Hammock Shelter, Grass Beds, a Tropical Botanical Garden, and a Foot Bath, the farm provides a serene and comfortable space for relaxation.

Pak Kyongni Memorial Hall (박경리 기념관)

5.1 Km 4309 2024-02-21

173 Sanyangjungang-ro, Sanyang-eup, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Pak Kyongni Memorial Hall was established to deepen appreciation for the literary works of Tongyeong-born novelist Pak Kyongni. The main facilities include an exhibit hall, archive, and video hall. Visitors can explore her personal items, such as letters and autographic manuscripts of her most famous novel, Toji (The Land), as well as other books she wrote. Additionally, the site of the Memorial Hall, known as Pak Kyongni Park, encompasses her grave and a hexagonal pavilion, offering a tranquil space for visitors to reflect and spend time.

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