Ttungbo Halmae Gimbap (뚱보할매김밥)

13.9 Km 10966 2024-02-27

325 Tongyeonghaean-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Ttungbo Halmae Gimbap, located in the Jungang Traditional Market of Tongyeong, is famous for its local delicacy, Chungmu gimbap. Chungmu gimbap originated from sailors who packed rice and fillings separately to preserve freshness during sea voyages. It consists of rice, squid salad, and radish kimchi, creating a simple yet flavorful dish. Nearby attractions include the Seopirang Park, Tongyeong Port, and Tongyeong City Museum.

Tongyeong Sebyeonggwan Hall (통영 세병관)

13.9 Km 29740 2021-12-24

27, Sebyeong-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-645-3805

Sebyeonggwan Hall, located in Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do, was established in 1605 by the 6th generation commander-in-chief Lee Kyung-jun and is well known as one of the widest buildings of the Joseon period along with Gyeonghoeru Pavilion in Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jinnamgwan Hall in Yeosu-si.

Sebyeonggwan Hall is placed at the foot of Yeohwangsan Mountain and overlooks Tongyeong. Right next to the hall are the remains of the naval base Tongjeyeong, which includes Unjudang (also called Jeseungdang, a military education center for the Joseon Navy) among others.

Sebyeonggwan Hall symbolizes the ending of the war, the washing away and cleaning up of the weapons of war.

Geunpodonggul Cave (근포동굴)

14.0 Km 0 2022-08-10

423 Jeogu-ri, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-639-6532

Geunpo Village Tunnels, which recently became popular photo spots, are some of the five tunnels located on the beach behind Geunpo Village. It is recommended to take photos at sunset with the scenery outside the cave and the silhouette. Also, if you visit after rain, water will pool on the floor, allowing you to take better photos as it reflects the landscape.

Geoje Gyedo Fishing Village (거제 계도어촌체험마을)

14.1 Km 59724 2024-03-20

837 Gajo-ro, Sadeung-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Geoje Gyedo Fishing Village offers a variety of fishing village experiences. The village, named Gyedo because the hill behind the village resembles a chicken, offers family-friendly activities such as fishing from a deck built over the sea and pedestal fishing. Additionally, it is known as a beautiful spot for sunsets, offering picturesque coastal views.

Mireukdo Island Special Tourist Zone (미륵도 관광특구)

14.1 Km 32792 2021-08-17

Donam-dong, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-648-9133

Mireukdo Island is located in Tongyeong, a city that holds great historical significance for being the home of the Tongjeyeong naval station during the Joseon dynasty. The Tongyeong base served as the central command station for the three other naval bases in the Gyeongsang, Jeolla and Chungcheong regions.

Not only is Mireukdo Island designated as a Special Tourist Zone, it is also a part of the Hallyeohaesang National Park and serves as the center of tourism in the South Coast. The Mireukdo Special Tourist Zone, with the Donam Tourist Complex as its core, is well-equipped with a variety of leisure facilities, tourist accommodations and restaurants. This district caters to visitors with yacht services and a variety of water sports such as windsurfing, kayaking and water skiing. Exceptionally popular is the ferry cruise that takes visitors to Hansando Island, which is located just off the coast of Tongyeong, and to the other scenic islands such as Bijindo and Maemuldo.

Mireukdo Island is connected to Tongyeong through an undersea tunnel, Chungmu Bridge and Tongyeong Bridge, making it even more accessible to visitors. At the center of the island is the towering Mireuksan Mountain. The panoramic Hallyeosudo Viewing Ropeway, which opened in 2008, takes visitors to the summit of Mireuksan Mountain. The top offers a commanding view of the forests and valleys below. On a clear day, visitors can even see the Japanese island of Tsushima. The mountain’s hiking trails are well-maintained and are suitable for short hikes. The most traveled trail is the one starting from Yonghwasa Temple. Hikers taking this trail pass through Gwaneumsa Temple and Mireukjae Pass to reach the top. The trail leads to Miraesa Temple and a grass field on the way down before finally going back to Yonghwasa Temple.

[Mireukdo Special Tourist Zone]
Areas Covered: Part of Sanyang-eup (Mireukdo Island and Obido Island), areas of Misu-dong, Bongpyeong-dong and Donam-dong in Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
Area size: 32,900,000 ㎡
Tourist Attractions: Hallyeosudo Viewing Ropeway, Ferry Cruise, Tongyeong Concert Hall, Undersea Tunnel

Tongyeong Cable Car (통영케이블카)

14.1 Km 52645 2023-12-28

205, Balgae-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-1544-3303

Tongyeong Cable Car installed on Mireuksan Mountain in Tongyeong is 1,975 meters long, and a bi-cable automatic circulation gondola system was installed using the latest Swiss technology. At an average speed of 4 meters per second, it takes about 9 minutes to reach the upper station, circulating a total of 48 gondolas that consist of 47 passenger gondolas and 1 cargo gondola. The cable car implemented an eco-friendly design and has only one intermediate support with the aim of protecting the environment while providing a comfortable ride for passengers. In addition, the 8-person gondolas operate non-stop, allowing passengers to board without delay and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Korea’s beautiful ocean in privacy with their loved ones. They also have a pet-friendly cable car, allowing visitors to ride with their pet.

Dadama Haemul Ttukbaegi (다담아해물뚝배기)

14.1 Km 0 2023-12-22

12-5 Hangnam 5-gil, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Dadama Haemul Ttukbaegi is the pride of Tongyeong and a famous restaurant where visitors can eat seafood to their heart's content. The representative menu is haemul ttukbaegi (seafood hot pot), a dish that uses spicy red pepper powder seasoning for the spicy taste and seafood broth cooked in ttukbaegi (thick earthen pot used for hot stew or soup) with scallops, abalone, crabs, and octopus. The restaurant offers three menu sets of A, B, and C, allowing visitors to taste various dishes to suit their taste. Set A features Tongyeong's fresh seafood menu and mainly consists of haemul ttukbaegi, grilled fish, bajirak muchim (clam salad), and meonggae bibimbap (sea pineapple bibimbap); Set B consists of haemul ttukbaegi and grilled fish; and Set C mainly features anchovy dishes. They also use seasonal ingredients, like oysters in winter.

Skyline Luge (스카이라인 루지)

14.3 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.

Geoje Suntree Farm Resort (거제 썬트리팜리조트)

14.3 Km 12679 2020-03-16

283, Geoje-daero, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-632-7977

The Geoje Suntree Farm Resort located in Dadae-ri, Nambu-myeon in Geoje-si is has an amzaing oceanfront view. The resort offers various subsidiary facilities for families to enjoy with many attractions nearby.

Chungmu Beach Hotel (충무비치호텔)

14.4 Km 19553 2021-06-15

89, Jungang-ro, Tongyeong-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-642-8181

Chungmu Beach Hotel is a seven-story hotel located in Tongyeong, called the Naples of the East. It is 15 minutes away from Tongyeong Intercity Bus Terminal by car. Even though it is located in downtown Tongyeong, it is also close to Tongyeong Harbor and so visitors can sign up to rent a boat and enjoy sea fishing. The passenger ferry terminal is 5 minute's walking distance away, and visitors are recommended to travel to neighboring islands such as Hansando and Yokjido islands. Visitors can also enjoy delicious local foods such as rice boiled with oysters, rice boiled with anchovy, sea squirt bibimbap and various kinds of hoe (sliced raw fish).

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