Chang-dong Art Village (창동예술촌)

9.1 Km 14949 2024-02-07

24 Odongseo 6-gil, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-222-2155

Chang-dong Art Village is an urban regeneration initiative aimed at revitalizing the once-thriving commercial heart of old Masan’s downtown area (Chang-dong/Odong-dong area). The village showcases a myriad of attractions segmented under three themes: Moonshin Art Alley, Masan Art Trace Alley, and E'cole de Chang-dong Alley. These alleys resonate with the memories and nostalgia of Masan, which stood as a cultural and artistic hub in the 1950s and 1960s. Serving as a confluence for art and artists, and the village currently houses around 50 residential facilities and runs experiential workshops in 12 of them, offering visitors a chance for hands-on learning.

Baekjeryeong Samgyetang (백제령삼계탕)

9.1 Km 6824 2019-04-23

383-4, 3·15-Daero, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-248-8800

The restaurant has been specializing in samgyetang (steamed chicken with rice and ginseng stuffing) since 1982. It’s inside a traditional Korean house with a well-landscaped garden in a cozy atmosphere.

Homeplus - Jinhae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 진해)

9.3 Km 0 2024-04-19

356, Chungjang-ro, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Dongbang Hoetjip (동방횟집)

9.3 Km 0 2024-02-08

20 Haewon-ro, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Discover Changwon's local delicacy at this eatery: braised ray, a wide, diamond-shaped fish stewed in soybean paste with various seasonings and radish. In Korea, ray is often savored as a hearty stew or paired as a side dish with drinks. The braised ray here stands out for its perfect balance of robust seasoning and the delicate texture of the ray’s flesh. The flavorful broth is generously served, but try mixing it with rice for a complete meal. The menu also features fresh seafood offerings like assorted sliced raw fish, live octopus, and conch. The restaurant's popularity surged after being spotlighted on various Korean cooking shows, so it’s advisable to book in advance.

Hotel 38.5 Jinhae [Korea Quality] / 호텔38.5도씨[한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

9.4 Km 784 2021-05-04

15, Chungjang-ro 82 beon-gil, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-552-0385

Located about a kilometer away from Jinhae Intercity Bus Terminal, Hotel 38.5 is a popular travel accommodation with comfortable facilities and affordable prices. It is only 5–10 min away from Yeojwacheon Stream and Gyeonghwa Station Cherry Blossom Road, which draws large crowds to the hotel every spring (as of March 2020, cherry blossom festivals in Jinhae are closed because of the COVID-19 pandemic). Jinhae Modern History Theme Street and Jinhae Jungang Market are located 500 m away, following a route that takes visitors along the city. There are 41 rooms in total that come in 4 room types, namely Standard, Premium, VIP38.5, and VVIP SKY. Rooms are designed with quirky features like bricks and vibrant wallflowers and furnished with tea tables, chairs, electric kettles, refrigerators, hangers, and bathtubs. The VIP38.5 room has separate showers and bathrooms, making it more convenient for group travelers. Meanwhile, the VVIP SKY room boasts a queen bed, a single bed, and a sofa that are ideal for families. Hotel 38.5’s strength is its dedication to barrier-free travel with its wide, unobstructed rooms, elevators, and guiding blocks. Guests can also contact the hotel in advance for wheelchair rental. Other on-site facilities include a seminar room, cafeteria, and shared PC and printers for business clients. Guests can also purchase a breakfast package, which consists of soup, salad, toast, fruits, and breakfast cereals (breakfast services are currently suspended because of COVID-19 as of March 2020).

Lotte Department Store - Store Masan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데백화점 마산점)

9.5 Km 0 2024-04-23

18, Dongseodong-ro, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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Gagopa Kkoburang-gil Mural Village (가고파 꼬부랑길 벽화마을)

9.5 Km 4027 2020-06-02

15-8, Seonghoseo 7-gil, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-220-5690

Masan is made more beautiful by Gagopa Kkoburang-gil Mural Village, a local renovation effort made by Gyeongnam Bank. The village is one of the top photo zones. Walking through the village from Chang-dong, past Burim Market, and on to Seongho-dong mountain neighborhood, the colorful murals will bright every step of the way.

Jinhae Gunhangje Festival (진해군항제)

9.5 Km 286232 2024-03-05

Pyeongan-dong, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-546-4310

Jinhae Gunhangje Festival is held in the areas of Jungwon Rotary and downtown Jinhae to celebrate the lovely cherry blossoms. Varied programs including a pre-event, cultural performances, a military performance, and others will take place during the festival.

Changwon City Museum - Moonshin Art Museum (창원시립마산문신미술관)

9.6 Km 34572 2021-04-29

147, Munshin-gil, Masanhappo-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-225-7181

Nestled at the hillside of Chusan-dong with a panoramic view of Changwon, Moonshin Art Museum houses Moon Shin’s art pieces and keeps his spirit intact. The artist resided in France for many years, returning to his hometown in 1980, and worked hard to establish the museum for 15 years. The museum finally opened in 1994 after his endless effort. Unfortunately, Moon Shin died one year after opening the museum, donating the museum to his loving hometown in his will. Following his will, the Moonshin Art Museum was donated to Changwon in 2003 and has since been operating as a city gallery. Changwon also established Moonshin Round Museum in October 2010, exhibiting 116 Moonshin plaster circle art pieces. Moonshin Art Museum is comprised of Exhibition Hall 1 & 2, an outdoor exhibition hall and Moonshin Round Museum, showcasing a total of 3,900 pieces, including plaster round pieces, sculptures, drawings, tools, paintings, oil-paintings and keepsakes.

Jinhae Museum of Changwon City (창원시립진해박물관)

9.6 Km 22848 2024-02-28

52 Jungwondong-ro, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Jinhae Museum of Changwon City is situated on the first and second floors of Jinhaetap Tower within Jehwangsan Park in Changwon. The museum houses facilities like a History and Folk Library, showcasing a collection of over a hundred artifacts, an Exhibition Room, and an Observation Tower. Visitors have the opportunity to gain insights into the lifestyle of ancestors by delving into Jinhae's history and exploring the artifacts. The museum also offers video presentations that highlight the historical changes in the Jinhae area and its significant sites.

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