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National Research Institute of Maritime Cultural Heritage (국립해양문화재연구소)

3.0 Km    19833     2024-05-30

136 Namnong-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-270-3001

The National Research Institute of Maritime Cultural Heritage is located along Gatbawi Culture Street in Mokpo. Managed by the Cultural Heritage Administration, it is the only marine museum in Korea to display marine cultural relics. Opened in 1994 as the National Maritime Museum, the name was changed in 2009. The two-story institute houses over 2,000 relics excavated from the sea around Korea. There are four main exhibition halls as well as an outdoor exhibition space and one special exhibition hall. Through the exhibits, visitors can see ships from the past as well was learn about the lifestyle and culture of people living in coastal villages.

Gaennaeeum (갯내음)

Gaennaeeum (갯내음)

3.0 Km    117     2021-03-22

11, Sinheung-ro, 59beon-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-281-3531

A store featured in Korean gourmet programs. This Korean dishes is located near Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do. The representative menu is grilled cutlassfish.

E-Mart - Mokpo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 목포)

E-Mart - Mokpo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 목포)

3.1 Km    0     2024-04-23

138, Ogam-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do

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Charmant Hotel [Korea Quality] / 샤르망호텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

Charmant Hotel [Korea Quality] / 샤르망호텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

3.1 Km    508     2024-06-26

5 , Sinheung-ro 59beon-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-285-3300

Charmant Hotel, in Mokpo, Jeollanam-do, is popular with business travellers during the week and with family trippers at weekends: the hotel offers larger, family rooms in addition to the standard ones. There is a small park in front of the hotel, and many restaurants nearby, while Gatbawi Rock and Peace Square are just a 10-minute walk away. Nearby tourist attractions include Yudal Mountain, Goha and Samhak Islands, the Maritime Cultural Heritage Research Institute and the Natural History Museum.

Hansarang Hanumyeongga (한사랑한우명가)

Hansarang Hanumyeongga (한사랑한우명가)

3.1 Km    46     2021-03-22

17, Sinheung-ro, 69beon-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-282-7080

It is a store where you can taste good quality meat. The best menu at this restaurant is spicy stir-fried pork, leaf wraps and rice. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do.

Mokpo Cheongho Market (목포 청호시장)

Mokpo Cheongho Market (목포 청호시장)

3.1 Km    14833     2024-05-30

28 Seokhyeon-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
061-284-4389

Cheongho Market is located in Mokpo, an area known for its thriving fishing industry, thus offering a wide variety of fresh seasonal seafood. With over 160 shops, most specializing in octopus and seafood, Cheongho Market is a bustling hub for seafood enthusiasts. Additionally, visitors can explore various shops offering different ingredients, as well as seafood restaurants and eateries, making it a lively destination for food lovers.

Mokpo Gatbawi Rock (목포 갓바위)

3.2 Km    14208     2024-05-30

166-1 Namnong-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-273-0536

Located on the coast of Yonghae-dong in Mokpo, Gatbawi is a natural sandstone and tafoni formation near the mouth of the Yeongsangang River, where freshwater runs into the sea. Gatbawi is named after its shape, which is said to look like two men wearing traditional Korean hats called “gat” (“bawi” meaning “rock”). The rock is actually made of two individual formations: one measuring 8 meters tall and one 6 meters tall. Valued not only for its aesthetics, Gatbawi Rock is of high geological value as a “natural sculpture” that was formed as a result of years of weathering. The rock formation was officially recognized as a Natural Monument on April 27, 2009.

Jeonbok Jangteo (전복장터)

Jeonbok Jangteo (전복장터)

3.2 Km    64     2021-03-25

67, Sinheung-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-284-0041

It is a place where you can enjoy various dishes with abalone. The best menu at this restaurant is grilled abalone. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do.

Damyang Sutbul Galbi (담양숯불갈비)

Damyang Sutbul Galbi (담양숯불갈비)

3.2 Km    16849     2021-03-25

65, Ogam-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-284-9711

With its large hall, it is a good place for group gatherings and group dinners. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do. The representative menu is charcoal-grilled ribs.