Yeosu Jinnam Turtle Ship Festival (여수 거북선축제)

5.8Km 2022-09-14

146 , Isunsingwangjang-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-61-664-5400

The Yeosu Jinnam Turtle Ship Festival commemorates the achievements of Admiral Yi Sun-sin and his victorious naval battles during the Imjin War. The festival provides an opportunity for locals and tourists to come together and enjoy a range of hands-on programs, performances, ceremonies, and game events.

Goso-dong Mural Village (고소동 천사벽화마을)

5.9Km 2025-02-04

268 Goso-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Goso-dong Mural Village, located on a hill with a panoramic view of the sea, is filled with various murals on walls and pavements depicting Yeosu’s history, culture, and daily life. The village is 1,004 meters long, earning the name "Cheonsa (Angel) Mural Village" because "1,004" sounds like "angel" in Korean. The area features cafés, photo spots, a live performance zone, Moonlight Gallery, and the Yi Sun-Sin Tactical Kite Museum. At Opodae Park, there is an observation deck offering a stunning view of the Yeosu cityscape.

Matthieu Yeosu (마띠유호텔 여수)

6.0Km 2021-02-18

20, Odongdo-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-662-3131

Matthieu Yeosu is located in front of Yeosu-Expo Station and the venue for the Yeosu Expo. Nearby tourist attractions include Chungminsa Temple, Jinnamgwan Hall, Gosodae, Yi Sun-sin plaza, Admiral Yi Sun-sin-related historical sites and more, suitable for a historical trip. The hotel is a great place to stay for visitors wishing to visit Yeosu Expo Park, complete with the BIG-O show, digital gallery, Sky Tower, and Aqua Planet. Odongdo Island, a paradise of camellia flowers and a beautiful sunset and sunrise viewing point, is also very popular. In addition, the rooftop features a garden, perfect for enjoying the view of the South Sea and the city.

Dolsandaegyo Bridge (돌산대교)

6.0Km 2022-05-12

3617-7, Dolsan-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-664-8978

Dolsandaegyo Bridge in Yeosu connects Dolsan Island to the mainland, and is a representative attraction of the city, lit up in many colored lights at night. The island of Dolsan is said to be a fortress in the ocean, and protected the nation from invaders and pirates during the Joseon dynasty. Construction on the bridge began in 1980 and was completed in 1984, with Dolsan Park being founded on the hilltop above the bridge in celebration of the bridge opening.

Expo Ocean Park (엑스포해양공원)

6.0Km 2022-12-28

1, Bangnamhoe-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-1577-2012

Expo Ocean Park offers waterfront walking paths for strolls along the sea. Visitors can also take part in dynamic marine leisure sports programs or watch the multimedia BIG-O Show. In addition, the establishment offers facilities such as exhibition halls and seminar rooms that can hold both international and small scale meetings or events.

Yeosu Minam Cruise (여수 미남크루즈)

6.0Km 2024-02-20

3617-22 Dolsan-ro, Dolsan-eup, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Yeosu Minam Cruise is a cruise ship that offers tours of Yeosu's major attractions from the sea. Built with Korean shipbuilding technology, it boasts a total of four decks and can accommodate up to 920 passengers. During the day, it operates the Seascape City Tour, allowing passengers to enjoy the scenic views of Yeosu's coastline. In the evening, it offers Night View Tour and Fireworks Tour.

Yeosu Night Sea Fireworks Festival (여수밤바다불꽃축제)

6.1Km 2024-10-23

1 Bangnamhoe-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-664-4772

Yeosu, famous for its beautiful night sea and 365 islands, has been hosting a fireworks festival since 2007. During the festival, visitors can enjoy the dazzling fireworks against the stunning backdrop of night ocean.

Yeosu Maritime Cable Car (여수 해상케이블카)

6.1Km 2024-12-30

3600-1 Dolsan-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-664-7301

Yeosu Maritime Cable Car is the first of its kind in Korea, connecting Dolsan Island and the mainland over the ocean. Passengers can choose between the standard cabins and crystal cabins. In particular, crystal cabins allow passengers to observe the ocean below ones feet, experiencing the thrill of being suspended in mid-air through its transparent flooring.

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This is the place where Wanna One’s Jaehwan visited with Yoon Jisung as a part of the web series “Paljjangzgram.” The two listened to music with Bluetooth connection in the cable car and drew each others’ portraits, and Jisung expressed his thanks for the invitation, saying, “Thank you for bringing me along, and I think I will never forget this memory.”

Yeosu Expo Station (여수엑스포역)

6.2Km 2016-12-23

2, Mangyang-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-663-7788

Yeosu Station began operations on December 25, 1930 as an ordinary station on the new railway connecting Gwangju and Yeosu. Later, the site was used as a venue for Yeosu World Expo, so the station was moved to Deokchung-dong and renamed as Yeosu Expo Station on October 1, 2011.

Manseong-ri Black Sand Beach (만성리 검은모래해변)

6.2Km 2022-12-28

15-1, Manseongni-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-651-4525

Manseong-ri Black Sand Beach is located 3 kilometers to the north along the coastal road from Yeosu EXPO Station. The beach, 540 meters in length and 25 meters in x_width, has an average water temperature of 25 degrees Celsius. The black sand is said to help blood circulation and remove toxins from the body.

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