Gunsan Modern History Street (군산 근대화 거리)

12.6Km 2024-04-07

41, Jangmi 1-gil, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do

Gunsan was historically an important trading port. Because of that, it often served as the landing point of new culture in Korea. One such example is the modern culture during the Japanese colonial period, which traces of that time can still be found today. At Gunsan Modern History Street, you will find Gunsan Modern History Museum, Old Gunsan Customs Office, Gunsan Modern Art Museum, Gunsan Modern Architecture Hall, and the former Joseon Bank building standing in a row. If you want to see Gunsan’s past and present, a visit to the museum is recommended. The area between Leesungdang and this area is the old city center of Gunsan, home to shops and cafes that build upon Gunsan’s uniquely retro aesthetics.

H MOTEL [Korea Quality] / H(에이치)모텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

12.6Km 2024-04-07

33-5 , Jukseong-ro, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-442-8941

H Motel stands on Modern Culture Street in Gunsan, Jeollabuk-do. Local attractions within walking distance include the Modern Art and History Museums, the Japanese-style houses in Sinheung-dong, and Jinpo Maritime Theme Park. Guests can choose either ondol rooms or bedrooms, with facilities such as mini-fridge, air purifier, internet, and a hair dryer all provided. Bedguards for small children can be hired. Baked eggs, toast, jam, and cookies are provided free of charge for breakfast, and there is a free snack bar equipped with a noodle cooker, coffee machine, and toaster. There is a public PC and a multifunction printer in the lobby.

Donggunsan Hospital (의료법인 오성의료재단 동군산병원)

12.6Km 2025-10-23

149 Jochon-ro, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do

Donggunsan Hospital is a general hospital equipped with advanced medical equipment and system, ensuring high accuracy in tests and diagnoses, and providing high-quality treatment and medical services.
The hospital aims to become a genuinely good, patient-centered institution. It focuses on fostering Health Promotion Center, Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Center as well as areas of vascular surgery, cosmetic procedures, varicose vein surgery, dental cosmetics, minimally invasive spinal surgery to offer top-tier medical care and preventive services. Additionally, with the establishment of an International Medical Center and dedicated patient rooms, Donggunsan Hospital is well-prepared for treating international patients, paving the way for its evolution into a global hospital.

Adidas - Lotte Mall Gunsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아디다스 롯데몰군산)

12.6Km 2024-04-17

130, Jochon-ro, Gunsan-si, Jeollabuk-do

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Beanpole - Lotte Mall Gunsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (빈폴 롯데몰 군산점)

12.6Km 2024-04-23

130, Jochon-ro, Gunsan-si, Jeollabuk-do

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LOTTE Shopping Mall – Gunsan Branch (롯데몰 군산점)

12.6Km 2024-04-06

130 Jochon-ro, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do

It is a shopping town where visitors can enjoy shopping, culture, and entertainment together, and it is the largest and first complex shopping mall in Jeonbuk State.
LOTTE Shopping Mall Gunsan Branch is full of fun 365 days with various events and performances for children.

Guesthouse Yeojeong / 게스트하우스 여정

12.9Km 2025-03-05

25 , Guyeong 2-gil, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-10-8098-2202

Guesthouse Yeojeong (‘Journey’) stands on Modern Culture Street in Gunsan, Jeollabuk-do, and offers two types of accomodation: Korean-style ondol-heated rooms and a room with wooden bunk beds. The owner lives on the first floor and takes good care of the guests. In the common living room, there are books, music, and photos and paintings of Gunsan from the 1920s and 1930s - giving it a bohemian feel. A simple breakfast of toast, eggs, coffee and fruit is provided. Tourist attractions such as Chowon Photo Studio, Iseongdang Cafe, and Dongguksa Temple are all reachable on foot.

Leesungdang (이성당)

12.9Km 2025-10-23

177 Jungang-ro, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-445-2772

Leesungdang, established in 1945, is the oldest bakery in Korea, renowned for its popular yachaeppang (vegetable bun) and danpatppang (bun with sweet red bean filling). Danpatppang is made with rice flour and generously filled with sweet red bean paste. Yachaeppang features a chewy texture with a variety of vegetables inside. It is also famous as one of the representative tourist attractions in Gunsan.

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This bakery, with its rich history and popularity among Koreans, has been featured in several variety shows, including "Two Days and One Night," "Infinite Challenge," "Home Alone," and "Night Goblin."

Hinokijam 1 (히노키잠(1호점))

13.1Km 2024-12-13

54-1, Guyeong 6-gil, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-10-8644-7515

Hinokijam Guesthouse is a two-story traditional Japanese wooden house located on the Modern Culture and History Street of Gunsan, where you can experience the atmosphere and history of modern Japanese culture in Korea. Guests staying at the guesthouse are mostly travelers, and the room rates are reasonable, so it is a cost-effective option. There are 7 guest rooms, ranging from two-person rooms to eight-person rooms. Guest rooms for four or more people have beds depending on the room, and all bathrooms are inside the room. All rooms, with the exception of the Haetnimbang room, are charged per person. Breakfast includes toast and beverages.

Wolmyeong Park (월명공원)

13.2Km 2024-04-07

26-3, Wolmyeonggongwon 1-gil, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-450-4000

Wolmyeong Park is a popular tourist destination in Gunsan and connects five mountains in the vicinity. The park has 12 kilometers of walking trails, as well as an observatory, sculpture park, and various monuments. From Susi Tower, which resembles a flame or wind-blown sail, people can see all of downtown Gunsan, the sea to the south of Gunsan, the mouth of the Geumgang River, and the large Janghang smelting factory.

The park has well-arranged gardens and 30-year old rattan and cherry trees. A cherry blossom photo contest is held every April, when the park is covered in cherry blossoms.

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