Homibando Peninsula Coastal Trail (호미반도 해안둘레길) - Area information - Korea travel information

Homibando Peninsula Coastal Trail (호미반도 해안둘레길)

11.3Km    2024-02-13

360 Ibam-ri, Donghae-myeon, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

The Homibando Peninsula Coastal Trail is a picturesque trekking route that spans a remarkable 58 kilometers of Pohang's coastline, stretching from Donghae-myeon to Janggi-myeon via Guryongpo-eup and Homigot Cape. This easternmost section of the Korean Peninsula offers an opportunity to marvel at rugged cliffs and savor the soothing sounds of crashing waves as you stroll along the shoreline. The trail is divided into four distinct courses, with the third course, known as Guryongso-gil, being the lengthiest, taking approximately two hours to complete. It begins at Janggun Rock, winding its way through the Golden Rain Tree and Black Jetbead colonies, ultimately concluding at Guryongso. On the other hand, the fourth course, Homi-gil, is the shortest and starts at Eagle Rock, concluding at the picturesque Homigot Sunrise Square.

Dogu Beach (도구 해수욕장)

11.5Km    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.

Cheongha Gongjin Market (청하공진시장 (1, 6일))

13.1Km    2024-11-05

6 Cheongha-ro 200beon-gil, Cheongha-myeon, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-232-4002

Cheongha Gongjin Market is a fifth-day market hold on dates ending in 1 and 6 of every month. From seafood to fresh produce and homemade food, it is full of shoppers and a variety of products. The market served as a filming site for the Gongjin Market in the drama "Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha." Information boards throughout the market clearly indicate the location of the "Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha" filming set and nearby tourist spots throughout Cheongha Market.

Hyangdan (향단)

15.6Km    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.

Homigot Sunrise Festival (호미곶 한민족 해맞이축전)

15.6Km    2024-12-23

136 Haemaji-ro, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-289-7852

Homigot Village, the main venue of the Homigot Sunrise Festival, is located on the easternmost point of the Korean Peninsula. Homigot Village means "a village on a tiger’s tail," in reference to the Korean peninsula looking like a tiger.

The festival includes local cultural performances, a New Year celebratory event, fireworks show, sunrise concert and other diverse performances. Visitors may sample free tteokguk, a traditional New Year’s Day dish. Other events such as kite-flying and launching hope balloons with wishes attached will provide enjoyable moments to reflect on the previous year and create new year resolutions.