Oedaldo Island (외달도)

.0M 2024-05-31

72 Oedaldo-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do

Oedaldo Island is an island located 6 kilometers off the eastern coast of Mokpo. The island has clean beaches and a natural environment, earning it recognition from the Ministry of Environment and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport. The island is a popular attraction for couples wishing to take in the beautiful sunset, with the small surrounding islands dotting the sea. Starting in 2003, the island saw the addition of many leisure facilities such as a campground and oceanwater pool. The coastal deck is also a great way to explore the charms of the island.

Gohado Marine Theme Park (고하도 해상테마파크)

5.6Km 2025-02-04

234 Gohadoan-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do

Gohado Marine Theme Park is a multi-faceted marine tourist destination in the southwestern part of Korea, home to historical sites related to Admiral Yi Sun-sin. Visitors can access the island via Mokpo Bridge or the Mokpo Marine Cable Car. The island features a botanical garden, island greenhouse, cotton experience exhibition hall and garden, and recreational facilities. From the observatory, tourists can enjoy a 360-degree view of both Mokpo and the scenic Dadohae waters. Walking along the coastal deck trail over the sea, visitors can appreciate the stunning views of Gohado Island.

Yudalsan Mountain (유달산)

6.8Km 2024-03-21

San 27-3 Jukgyo-dong, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-270-8359

In the past, Yudalsan Mountain was known as Yeongdalsan Mountain, because it was a place where the soul passes. Located in the city's center, Yudalsan Mountain offers a view of Mokpo and Dadohae Sea, constantly inspiring its residents' artistic souls. There are many places to visit, including an orchid park and a sculpture park with 100 sculptures. Visitors can also enjoy a panoramic view by driving along the 2.7 km-long Yudalsan Scenic Road surrounding the mountain. In addition, Albizia Kalkara, a rare plant that will vanish forever from the face of the earth if it becomes extinct on Yudalsan mountain, inhabits this mountain. The view from the top of Yudalsan Mountain is spectacular, and the sight of big and small ships passing between them resembles an oriental painting. Dadohae's sunset and Mokpo Port's night view from the mountain will remain in the hearts of those who visit.

Mokpo Marine Cable Car (목포 해상케이블카)

6.9Km 2024-12-04

240 Haeyangdaehak-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-244-2600

Mokpo Marine Cable Car departs from the North Port Terminal, ascends to the summit of Yudalsan Mountain where it rotates 90 degrees, then traverses over Mokpo and the Dadohae Sea to reach Gohado Island. Covering a distance of 3.23 kilometers, the round trip takes approximately 40 minutes. At the North Port, Yudalsan Mountain, and Gohado Island terminals, there are cafés, restaurants, and rooftop gardens available for visitors to enjoy.

Mokpo Special Tourist Zone (목포 관광특구)

7.0Km 2024-03-08

Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-270-3513

Mokpo Tourism Special Zone spans a 6.9km stretch from the North Port to Yudalsan Mountain, old downtown area, Samhakdo Island, Gatbawi Rock, and the Peace Plaza in the new city center. It features historical sites from the Japanese colonial era, such as the Former Japanese Consulate and Mokpo History and Culture of Modern Times. Visitors can explore attractions like the Mokpo Natural History Museum and the Korea National Maritime Museum. Being a coastal city, Mokpo offers a variety of seafood dishes including sliced raw croaker, braised cutlassfish, skate, pork, and kimchi combo, raw thin-legged octopus, and blue crab salad.

Yudalsan Sculpture Park (유달산 조각공원)

7.1Km 2025-03-22

221 Yudal-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do

Yudalsan Sculture Garden was the first outdoor sculpture garden to open in Korea, and is located just below Ideungbawi Rock at the summit of the mountain. The garden features 104 works of art on the themes of nature, culture, and sculpture that were selected through a panel of judges. Located between the different works are trees and plants, providing more beauty to the park. Looking farther away, visitors can see the major attractions of Mokpo spread out in the city below.

Hanmir (한미르)

7.4Km 2024-11-29

112, Yudal-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-243-7227

Nestled at the foot of Yudalsan Mountain, Hanmir serves Korean dishes such as samhap (fermented skate and steamed pork slices served with kimchi), raw fish caught from the sea, jjim (braised seafood), and royal cuisine such as sinseollo (casserole dish). It is perfect for business meetings and group visitors who wish to enjoy hanjeongsik (Korean Table d'hote).

Mokpo Modern History Museum II (목포근대역사관 2관)

7.6Km 2021-12-07

18, Beonhwa-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-270-8728

Mokpo Modern History Museum II is located in what was first built in June 1920 as the Mokpo branch of the Oriental Development Company. This Renaissance-style building dates back to the Japanese colonial era and serves as a reminder of the Korea's past.

Ri-in Mokpo Guesthouse (리인목포게스트하우스)

7.7Km 2024-12-23

6 , Maingyeteo-ro 38beon-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-5639-2990, +82-10-7181-2990

Riin Mokpo Guesthouse stands at the foot of Yudal Mountain in Mokpo,and is a mere 6-minute walk from Mokpo Station. There are three guest rooms. Room 1 is a pension-type room with a main room, a spacious living room, cooking facilities and an attic with a bed. Rooms 2 and 3 have a bedroom and an attic respectively. On walls around the house, guests will notice a number of original works by the painter Kim Soo-ho. The guesthouse offers information about bioculture and sustainability in the Mokpo and islands ecosystem.

Estacion 1913 (에스타시옹1913)

7.7Km 2024-12-23

13 , Haean-ro 177beon-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-242-1913

Mokpo Estacion 1913 is a foreigner-only guesthouse in Mokpo, Jeollanam-do - a striking, dark blue two-storey building with white windows. Transport connections are good, with Mokpo Station and Mokpo Coastal Passenger Terminal both nearby. There are three guestrooms: a western-style bedroom, a Korean-style ondol room, and a dormitory. All rooms have their own bathroom; the kitchen is shared. A free breakfast and luggage storage are provided. Mokpo Port, Mokpo Modern History Museum, and Yeonhee's Supermarket are all a 10-minute walk away.

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