Suwon Museum (수원박물관) - Area information - Korea travel information

Suwon Museum (수원박물관)

Suwon Museum (수원박물관)

2.1Km    2021-03-24

265, Changnyong-daero, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-228-4150

Locaed in Iui-dong, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon Museum has one basement floor and two above-ground floors, spanning over an area of 6,535 ㎡. Suwon Museum consists of two main exhibition halls, Suwon Museum of History and Calligraphy Museum of Korea, showcasing approximately 33,000 relics, and a planned exhibition hall for special occasions and exhibitions.

Suwon Museum of History recreates a scene of Yeongdong Market Street during the1960s. Children can learn and get secondhand experience of what Suwon was like in the past while adult visitors can reminisce the old times.

Calligraphy Museum of Korea is the first calligraphy museum built by a local government. The museum houses Korea's significant calligraphy works. The hall features a spacious area and its display cases are designed with cutting edge technology to highlight the relics on display. Exhibited collections include geumseokmun (metal writing), beopseo (calligraphic specimen of renowned artists of the past), works of renowned calligraphers during the Joseon dynasty, eopil (the writings of Kings), seogan (letters), works of renowned contemporary calligraphers, and more. Also, a planned exhibition hall holds exhibitions with specific themes every year. In addition, the museum offers educational programs for visitors as well as large scale calligraphy events for the general public.

Firefly Restroom (반딧불이화장실)

Firefly Restroom (반딧불이화장실)

2.2Km    2019-10-31

166, Gwanggyosan-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-228-2259

In honor of the 2002 FIFA World Cup Korea/Japan, Suwon adopted the idea of ‘restrooms with culture’- building beautiful, clean, brand new bathrooms at main tourist sites around the city. The Firefly Restroom, located near the Gwanggyo Reservoir, is the most beautiful of them all. It features a tunnel for the handicapped, a ceiling which filters light, a simple interior, a coffee vending machine, and a rest area.

Himart - Buksuwon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 북수원점)

Himart - Buksuwon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 북수원점)

2.2Km    2024-04-19

4, Gyeongsu-daero 1008beon-gil, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

-

GS25 - Suwon Parkville Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (GS25수원파크빌점)

2.3Km    2024-06-26

52, Hyanggyo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

-

Seoho Kkotmoe Park (서호꽃뫼공원)

2.4Km    2025-02-04

100 Suseong-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Seoho Kkotmoe Park, located near Hwaseo Station, is an urban garden dedicated to preserving biodiversity and maintaining healthy ecosystems. The park features a four seasons garden, divided into 11 sections, as well as a well-maintained walking trail around the park. Additionally, there are a grass square, a forest playground, and various sports facilities, making it a beloved spot for local residents.

Olive Young - Suwon Jungang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 수원중앙점)

2.6Km    2024-06-27

1F, 5, Hyanggyo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

-

Innisfree - Suwon Rodeo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 수원로데오)

Innisfree - Suwon Rodeo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 수원로데오)

2.6Km    2024-04-19

1F, 8-1, Hyanggyo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

-

Holika Holika - Suwon Rodeo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홀리카홀리카 수원로데오점)

2.6Km    2024-04-22

4, Hyanggyo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

-

Artbox - Suwon Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 수원역)

Artbox - Suwon Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 수원역)

2.6Km    2024-04-19

909, Deogyeong-daero, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

-

Bonsuwon Galbi (본수원갈비)

Bonsuwon Galbi (본수원갈비)

2.6Km    2024-12-02

41, Jungbu-daero 223beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-211-8434

With over 50 years of history, Bonsuwon Galbi is said to be one of Suwon's top three galbi restaurants. Diners can choose between saeng-galbi (grilled, unmarinated galbi) to savor the natural flavor of the meat, or yangnyeom-galbi (grilled, marinated galbi) for a richer, more savory taste.