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Jeongok Port (전곡항)

8.4Km    2024-10-28

5 Jeongokhang-ro, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Jeongok Port is a port facing Jebudo Island and Nueseom Island. It was selected as Korea's first leisure fishing port. It was developed after being chosen as an experimental zone. It was created as a multi-functional theme fishing port, where fishing, yacht experiences, a marina, and an annual fishing competition are available. There are many restaurants nearby serving fresh seafood and shellfish from the West Sea. The West Sea and Jebudo Marine Cable Car is also located nearby, making it a tourist destination that offers not only water activities but also car drives and walks.

Jebudo Coastal Trail (Jebikkori-gil) (제부도 해안산책로(제비꼬리길))

8.7Km    2023-02-03

Jebu-ri, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Jebudo is a small island in the sea situated right off of Hwaseong-si and, here, the water parts twice a day like the "Miracle of Moses" to open up a path to access the island. It is a quaint and quiet island with a total area of 1.0 square kilometers and a coastline stretching for some 12 kilometers. It is not far from the Metropolitan Area and is easily accessible by various means of transportation, which makes it a perfect day trip destination for families. Jebudo Coastal Trail is about 1-kilometer-long and 1.5-meter-wide that continues from a quay and winds around Tapjaesan before reaching the beach (also known as Malmeori). As you walk along the trail, you will find picturesque coastlines, rocks of unique, strange shapes, and vast, beautiful grasslands. The trail is a nature-friendly structure constructed after collecting opinions from locals and environmental groups so that it does not destroy the natural landscape. It is a great place for families and lovers to take a light stroll whether at high tide or when it turns into a tidal flat at low tide. Jebudo is home to many different kinds of tasty clams, which is why you will find that most nearby restaurants serve grilled clams as well as noodle soup featuring Manila clams. The sunset viewed from Jebudo is widely known as one of the most beautiful on the entire west coast.

Jebudo Island (제부도)

Jebudo Island (제부도)

8.7Km    2025-06-25

421-12 Haean-gil, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-355-3924

Jebudo Island is a small island located off the shores of Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong. It is famous for its “sea parting,” where the sea parts into two sides along a footpath twice daily at low tide, allowing visitors to walk to the island from the mainland. Jebudo Island is located close to Seoul and is quite accessible, so it is a great place for a day trip. Notable tourist sites include the Jebudo Water Walk, which offers a great view of Jebudo Island’s wide tidal flat and the sunset, and the Jebudo Beach, a beach perfect for some water sports and summer trips.

Nueseom Lighthouse Observatory (누에섬 등대전망대)

Nueseom Lighthouse Observatory (누에섬 등대전망대)

9.1Km    2024-12-26

17-156 Daebuhwanggeum-ro, Danwon-gu, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do

Nueseom Lighthouse Observatory is a lighthouse and observatory located on the small uninhabited Nueseom Island, just off the coast of Tando Port in Daebudo Island. Serving to aid the safe navigation of ships along the Seohae Coast and providing opportunities for coastal tourism and natural learning. On the first and second floors, visitors can view exhibitions related to Nueseom Island and lighthouses both domestically and internationally. On the third floor, panoramic views of the sea are available.

Maehyang-ri Peace Eco Park (매향리평화생태공원)

Maehyang-ri Peace Eco Park (매향리평화생태공원)

10.3Km    2024-11-04

24-11 Goonrian-gil, Ujeong-eup, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

In the “Nogari Race for Talk Enthusiasts” episode of Running Man, members can be seen having endless chats with joyous expressions against a backdrop of green fields. This particularly scenic location is Maehyang-ri Peace Eco Park in Hwaseong City, Gyeonggi Province. This park was transformed from the Kooni Shooting Range, which was used as a firing range by the US Air Force for 54 years. It’s now a beloved spot for both Hwaseong residents and tourists. If you wish to take a break from your routine and catch your breath, this is the place to visit.

Glass Island Museum (유리섬박물관)

13.6Km    2024-02-21

254 Buheung-ro, Danwon-gu, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do

Glass Island Museum is a place where you can appreciate the works of glass sculpture artists. It comprises the Glass Island Gallery, which showcases the intricate process of crafting glass into exquisite art pieces, and the Macart Gallery, which displays a diverse array of contemporary artworks, including paintings, sculptures, installations, and videos. Moreover, the museum features an Outdoor Sculpture Park and an Education and Experience Center where visitors can engage in hands-on experiences, crafting their own glass art.

Waemok Village Sunrise Festival (왜목마을 해넘이 해돋이 축제)

15.9Km    2020-02-13

Waemok-gil, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do
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The Waemok Village Sunrise Festival takes place in Waemok Village in Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do. Around 100,000 people visit the festival every year to see the simple and poetic sunrise. The village is one of the top three suprise viewing spots in Korea. Starting in the afternoon of December 31, various sunrise events will begin, including tourist singing contests, celebrity guest performances, a New Year’s countdown, and burning daljip (brushwood bonfire) to make a wish. When the new year begins, visitors can take in the sunrise and warm up with some tteokguk (sliced rice cake soup) at the end of the festival.

Waemok Beach (왜목해수욕장)

Waemok Beach (왜목해수욕장)

15.9Km    2024-02-22

26 Waemok-gil, Seongmun-myeon, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Waemok Beach protrudes eastward along the coast, offering views of sunrise, sunset, and moonrise. With sandy shores and rocky outcrops, visitors can enjoy swimming in the sea, rock fishing, and exploring tidal flats. A 1.2km waterfront deck allows for leisurely walks along the beach. Additionally, there is a Sailing Around the World Exhibition Hall and operating summer yacht experience programs.

Waemok Village (왜목마을)

15.9Km    2025-03-16

15-5 Waemok-gil, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Waemok Village, surrounded by the West Sea, is located on the northernmost point of Dangjin in Chungcheongnam-do. Because of its long and narrow geographical characteristics and the topographic division of the sea into the west and east regions, one can enjoy the beautiful sunrise, sunset and moonrise here. The village is a popular attraction for photographers, especially for photos of the natural landscape.

Daebudo Island (대부도)

Daebudo Island (대부도)

16.6Km    2024-12-26

Daebudong-dong, Danwon-gu, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-1899-1720

Daebudo Island, connected to the mainland by the Sihwa Seawall, is named ‘daebu’ due to its resemblance to a "great hill." A notable feature is the cluster of six islands known as Yukdo, which includes Tando (known for its black stones), Buldo (legend says a Buddha was born here), Seongamdo (believed to be a playground for Taoist immortals), among three others. The coastline is dotted with restaurants offering noodle soup and grilled clams, making it a perfect destination for a day trip. Additional attractions worth exploring are the Daebudo Metasequoia Trail, Daebudo Park, and the Bangameori dock.