The Taehwagang National Garden and Simni Bamboo Grove (Milky Way Trail) (태화강 국가정원 십리대숲 (은하수길))

9.5Km 2025-08-06

5 Saetgangnam-gil, Jung-gu, Ulsan

Simni Bamboo Grove is a bamboo forest that stretches over about 4 kilometers along the Taehwagang River and is a natural garden using bamboo that has grown naturally for a long time. It is a healing space in the city where the river wind blowing through the bamboo and the whisper of bamboo leaves tickle one's ears. It's also a unique night garden where the Milky Way descends in the dark, hence its name "Milky Way Trail." It is a must-see course where you can feel as if you are walking along the Milky Way in the night sky as colorful lights meet bamboo.

Taehwagang River (태화강)

9.7Km 2020-09-05

Mugeo-dong, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-120

Taehwagang River cuts across the city of Ulsan from the west to east and originates from Tapgolsaem Spring on Baegunsan Mountain. The 47.54-kilometer-long river passes through downtown Ulsan and empties out into Ulsan Bay on the East Sea. Not just a symbol of pride for the people of Ulsan, the river has long since been a precious commodity that has played a pivotal role in Ulsan culture and history. There are several attractions and amenities near the river such as a bamboo forest park, grassy fields, a pampas grass colony, trails, and exercise facilities. The river itself is home to many freshwater fish, while the riverside area is a famous habitat for migratory birds.

Sunmot Ecological Park (숯못 생태공원)

10.2Km 2022-08-18

90 , Hamwol-ro, Jung-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-290-3691

Sunmot Ecological Park is home to the famous Sunmot Pond, which is associated with the legend of Dongbangsak and Grandmother Mago. The pond provides a beautiful resting space in the heart of Ulsan.

Olive Young - Ulsan Onsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 울산온산점)

10.4Km 2024-06-26

251, Deoksin-ro, Onsan-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan

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Birth Home of Park Sang-jin (박상진의사 생가)

10.9Km 2024-02-20

10 Baksangjin 5-ro, Buk-gu, Ulsan

Birth Home of Park Sang-jin is the residence where Park Sang-jin (1884-1921), an independence activist during the Japanese colonial period, once resided. He devoted all his assets to the independence movement, which led to the decline of his family and the eventual loss of this house to others. However, the government later acquired it, restoring and preserving the property. Comprising six buildings, including sarangchae and anchae, the tiled-roof house represents a yangban's residence built in the 19th century in Korea.

Wonjojip (원조집)

11.1Km 2023-12-22

20 Namsan-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan

Wonjojip is a long-established gopchang (grilled beef or pork small intestines) restaurant in Ulsan. Their menu consists of assorted gopchang gui (grilled beef small intestines) and gopchang jeongol (small intestine hot pot). Wonjojip takes great pride in their gopchang dishes. Gopchang is beef or pork intestines that is usually stir-fried or pan-fried. It’s the same ingredient used for making sausages in European countries, but it’s a challenging food to some due to the distinct smell, taste, and appearance. Nevertheless, it is a popular food among Koreans and known as a stamina-booster for those who struggle with fatigue. Visitors who are not a fan of spicy foods are recommended to try the assorted gopchang gui, and those who like spicy stew are recommended to try gopchang jeongol. The restaurant also offers jeongol gopchang bokkeumbap, which is an after-meal fried rice for those who want more after their meal.

Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium (문수축구경기장)

11.5Km 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.

NUMARU (누마루)

11.8Km 2021-03-23

2, Daehak-ro 169beon-gil, Nam-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-224-3400

It is a place that has been introduced in Korean gourmet programs and sells various healthy dishes. This restaurant's signature menu is duck bulgogi. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Nam-gu, Ulsan.

GS25 - Ulsan Shinbok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (GS25울산신복점)

11.9Km 2024-06-26

12, Sinbok-ro 21beon-gil, Nam-gu, Ulsan

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Ulsan Onggi Festival (울산옹기축제)

12.1Km 2025-07-11

36 Oegosan 3-gil, Onyang-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
+82-52-980-2233

Ulsan Onggi Festival is held annually in early May in Oegosan Onggi Village in Ulju-gun, renowned for its traditional onggi (earthenware)-making techniques. The festival promotes the regional specialty, onggi, contributing to the spread of everyday onggi and the development of traditional industries. The main event, “Touch of the Onggi Master,” features demonstrations by master onggi artisans from Oegosan. There are various hands-on activities for children, including stepping on clay, playing with clay, and making and firing onggi. Visitors can also learn about the uses of onggi in food storage and fermentation, and view onggi from around the world. Don’t miss the opportunity to taste local specialties and foods from Ulju.

◎ Onggi
Onggi is a type of bowl crafted from soil, using water, fire, and wind. This traditional pottery has been produced since the Three Kingdoms period and is well-suited for long-term food storage due to its excellent ventilation and preservative capabilities.

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