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Hwanyeo Hoetjip (환여횟집)

13.2Km    2024-02-13

189-1 Haean-ro, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
054-251-8847

Hwanyeo Hoetjip is a sliced raw fish restaurant conveniently located near Yeongildae Observatory. Their standout dish is the mulhoe guksu, noodles bathed in a refreshing cold broth, adorned with red chili paste and sliced raw fish. For those opting for mulhoe (cold raw fish soup), the accompanying maeuntang (spicy fish stew) is also a popular choice, known for its spicy yet light broth. This establishment offers more than one reason to visit, with other delectable favorites such as hoe deopbap (raw fish bibimbap) and jeonbokjuk (abalone porridge) gracing their menu. 

Beopgwangsa Temple - Pohang (법광사 (포항))

13.4Km    2020-03-25

290, Sangeup-gil, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-243-0178

Beopgwangsa Temple is located at the foot of Bihaksan Mountain in the city of Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do Province. It was originally built during the reign of King Jinpyeong (579-631) of the Silla Kingdom by Great Monk Wonhyo upon the order of the king.

The temple used to be large measuring 525 kan (kan is a traditional measurement of distance between two columns, about 1.8 meters), but most of its buildings burned down in a fire in 1863. The current buildings were rebuilt in 1952. The site of the old temple is designated as Historical Site no. 493. Some of the remaining relics are a three-story pagoda, Bulsangyeonhwadaejwa (Buddha on a lotus stand), and a twin Ssanggwibu (turtle-shaped stone base of a monument).

Olive Young - Pohang Duho Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 포항두호점)

13.7Km    2024-06-27

24, Duho-ro, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Pohang International Fireworks Festival (포항국제불빛축제)

13.7Km    2025-07-11

Duho-dong, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-289-7852

The Pohang International Fire & Light Festival is an internationally renowned event themed around the images of “light,” symbolizing the global steel city of Pohang, and “fire,” representing the hot blast furnaces. Performers and local citizens dress up in all sorts of costumes and masks to join in the Fire & Light Parade, which marks the colorful beginning of the festival. The festival culminates in the International Fireworks Show, the highlight of the evening. The world’s best teams participate in the festival every year to give a spectacular show of fireworks against the backdrop of Yeongilman Bay. The festival began in 2004 to commemorate Pohang Citizens Day with a fireworks show and has since become a beloved celebrated annual festival, showcasing the pride of Pohang to its citizens.

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You can see the fireworks from Yeongildae Beach and Songdo Beach. Although you can’t hear the music from the show, you can watch the fireworks show peacefully at a less crowded seashore. After the show, you can move to Hyeongsangang Sports Park, the festival venue, to enjoy the rest of the festival’s programs.

Pogaljib (포갈집)

14.0Km    2024-12-10

Pogaljib is a restaurant known for grilled beef galbi in Duho-dong, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. Its signature dish is Pogalsal (Pohang galbi), and other dishes include the grilled beef tail, grilled boneless short ribs, and Pohang galbi ramyeon. An order of more than four servings per table comes with a Pogal Offal Soup or Pogal Galbi Soup free of charge. The basic table is nothing to scoff at as well, with delicious dishes like chilled acorn jelly soup, spicy marinated crab, and vegetable wraps. There may be a waiting line, but the wait is worth it. The restaurant is located near Yeongildae Beach, Yeongildae Observatory, and other tourist sites.

Yeongildae Beach (영일대해수욕장)

14.0Km    2025-01-08

95, Haean-ro, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-270-2114

With an area of 406,613.4 m² and a length of 1,750 meters, Yeongildae Beach is the largest beach on Korea's eastern coast. Along with Songdo Beach, it is known as one of the most popular beaches in Pohang. It is a great place for families and friends during summer vacations. The beach has several lodging facilities and restaurants that offer fresh seafood and hoe (sliced raw fish) nearby.

Pohang Steel Art Festival (포항스틸아트페스티벌)

14.1Km    2024-09-30

Duho-dong, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-289-7853

The Pohang Steel Art Festival blends steel, art and cultural activities to present Pohang's history including the story of POSCO's success in the steel industry. The festival is the country's only steel festival, and encompasses the local culture and philosophy of the Pohang area, while aiming to create an urban landscape through art.

Odaeyang Mulhoe Sikdang (오대양물회식당)

15.2Km    2024-02-13

28-1 Daesin-ro, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
054-244-7164

Odaeyang Mulhoe Sikdang, situated in the Pohang Bukbu Market, is a Korean restaurant renowned for its signature dish, Odaeyang Teungmi Mulhoe (cold raw fish soup special). This dish is a traditional Pohang-style gochujang mulhoe, distinguished by its unique blend of noodles, pear, gochujang seasoning, and ice. It offers a light and refreshing flavor even without the soup. Additionally, the restaurant serves delectable bapsikhae (fermented fish and rice) and maeuntang (spicy fish stew), both highly recommended.

Pohang Marine Park Character Theme Park (포항해상공원 캐릭터테마파크)

16.0Km    2022-08-10

474-11, Seodong-ro, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-270-8282

Pohang Marine Park Character Theme Park is located in Songdo-dong, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. This new landmark of Pohang aims to move toward the future of the maritime tourism city. In the park, there are characters such as Turning Mecard, Hello Carbot, SofyRuby, and Gaspard et Lisa. At night, there is a musical fountain that spouts water with colorful lights. Additional sightseeing spots include the Pohang Canal, Songdo Forest Theme Street, and Jukdo Market located nearby.

Simin Jegwa (시민제과)

16.2Km    2024-12-10

Simin Jegwa is located in Daeheung-dong, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. It is a bakery-cafe that opened its doors in 1949. Over the years, Simin Jegwa built a loyal following in Pohang and beyond. Its historic value as the first bakery in Pohang was recognized by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups. The signature menu items are the 1949 Danpatppang (bun with red bean filling) and the 1949 Chapsaltteok (sweet rice cake with red bean filling). Other famous baked goods include the jeongguji ppang (chives bun), a soft bun filled with Pohang chives; canelé, a French pastry made with plenty of butter and vanilla beans; and Geomjeong Gomusin (black rubber shoes), a bun made with French gourmet butter and fine red bean paste.