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Suamgol Observatory (수암골전망대)

Suamgol Observatory (수암골전망대)

19.2Km    2024-12-27

2 Sudong-ro 5beon-gil, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-201-2042

Suamgol was established when refugees settled in the area after the Korean War. Suamgol Observatory is located on the road above the village with a great view of downtown Cheongju. There is also a cafe street below the observatory.

Cheongju Sutbul Galbi (청주숯불갈비)

Cheongju Sutbul Galbi (청주숯불갈비)

19.2Km    2024-03-25

422 Taeseongtabyeon-ro, Gangnae-myeon, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
043-232-2992

Opened in 1985, the restaurant specializes in charcoal-grilled galbi. Their signature dish, the dwaeji galbijjim set menu, features braised pork galbi, doenjang jjigae (soybean paste stew), and gonggibap (steamed rice). Favorites also include the sutbul bulgogi set menu (charcoal-grilled bulgogi), anchangsal (grilled thin skirt), saeng deungsim (grilled sirloin), and galbisal gui (grilled boneless galbi). Additionally, they offer a seasonal selection of nicely presented side dishes with homegrown vegetables. The in-house made soybean paste, crafted from their own soybeans, is notably flavorful.

Ullidan Street (운리단길)

Ullidan Street (운리단길)

19.2Km    2024-03-15

201-1 Saun-ro, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Ullidan Street connects Cheongju Early Printing Museum with Uncheon & Sinbong-dong Community Center. In less than a kilometer, charming cafes, restaurants, and shops have opened one after another, giving the street its name and elevating it to a popular hangout in Cheongju. This street is also the location of the store Nation's Best Banchan, which was run by Jeon Do-yeon’s character in "Crash Course in Romance (2023)." Don’t miss the Yennal Yetjip Goldongpum, an antique store and one of the oldest stores on Ullidan Street. True to its name, the store features old furniture, transistor radios, and other antique items full of nostalgia.

OHJI (오지)

OHJI (오지)

19.2Km    2024-07-05

13 Suam-ro 36beon-gil, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

OHJI is a large café located on Suamgol Café Street. It is located on the way up to Suamgol Observatory, making it a great place to drop by on the way. It has three floors, with seating on the second and third floors, so one can enjoy the view of Cheongju city center in a comfortable ambience. Due to its location, it is also a great place to enjoy the view of the sunset through the floor-to-ceiling windows on a clear evening and enjoy the view of Cheongju at night after dark. The café offers a variety of cakes and other desserts that go well with coffee, so make sure to sample them as well. The interior design tends toward industrial chic, with an emphasis on modern sensibilities.

EW Folder - Cheongju G-well City Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (EW 폴더 청주지웰시티)

EW Folder - Cheongju G-well City Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (EW 폴더 청주지웰시티)

19.3Km    2024-04-19

47-1, Daenong-ro, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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Wonderplace - Cheongju G-well City Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (원더플레이스 청주지웰시티)

Wonderplace - Cheongju G-well City Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (원더플레이스 청주지웰시티)

19.3Km    2024-04-22

#208, 47-1, Daenong-ro, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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ER Shoopen - Cheongju G-well City Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ER 슈펜 청주지웰시티)

ER Shoopen - Cheongju G-well City Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ER 슈펜 청주지웰시티)

19.3Km    2024-04-22

47-1, Daenong-ro, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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Hanmaeum Myeonok Doma Main Store (한마음면옥 도마점)

19.4Km    2024-02-15

22 Sama 1-gil, Seo-gu, Daejeon

Hanmaeum Myeonok is a local favorite specializing in Pyeongyang naengmyeon (Pyeongyang cold buckwheat noodles). The most popular items on the menu are the naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles) and kimchi bibim (stir-fried kimchi with beef). Their naengmyeon is known for a mild and clean taste, following the Pyongyang style. The kimchi bibim is a specialty, featuring seasoned kimchi and pyeonyuk (boiled pork slices), offering a spicy yet delightful flavors. It's recommended to plan a visit during non-peak hours for a more leisurely dining experience, as it is often crowded during lunchtime.

Bangchukcheon Musical Fountain (방축천 음악분수)

19.4Km    2025-05-20

450-25 Eojin-dong, Sejong-si

Located in Bangchukcheon Riverside Park, the fountain showcases vibrant water streams synchronized with lively music. It creates a captivating spectacle at night, making it a popular nighttime destination. It operates every evening from 20:30 to 20:50, from May to October. The park also features a waterfront plant-themed area, Sejong Plaza, and an ecology learning center.

Homeplus - Sejong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 세종)

Homeplus - Sejong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 세종)

19.5Km    2025-05-20

154, Jeoljae-ro, Sejong-si

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