Padori Beach (파도리해수욕장)

15.7Km 2025-10-23

490-85 Mohangpado-ro, Sowon-myeon, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Padori Beach, located at the westernmost point of the Taeanbando Peninsula, overlooks the Yellow Sea. It features both a sandy shore and a pebble beach composed of small, rounded pebbles eroded by the sea, known as haeok. Collecting haeok for personal use is forbidden; however, they are available for purchase at the showroom. North of the beach, a wave-formed cave can be found. Sea bathing at the beach is permitted exclusively from July to August. Additionally, there is a campground nestled within the pine forest.

Anmyeondo Island (안면도)

17.3Km 2024-03-15

149 Jangteo-ro, Anmyeon-eup, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-673-3081

Anmyeondo Island is the sixth-largest island in Korea. Originally part of the mainland, it became an island after a canal was constructed to improve grain transportation. In 1970, a bridge reconnected it to the mainland. It is renowned for hosting Korea's only maritime national park. The island boasts fourteen beaches and the Anmyeondo Recreation Forest. It is also recognized for the "Population of Golden Rain Trees," designated as a Natural Monument.

AR Surf (에이알서프)

18.1Km 2024-06-03

108-16 Mallipo 1-gil, Sowon-myeon, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

AR Surf is an surf center located at the midpoint of Mallip Beach for anyone interested in surfing. Thanks to the gentle and pleasant waves, Mallipo Beach has gained much attention among surfers as a surfing beach. AR Surf has certified professionals who offer surfing lessons at an affordable rate. It also has an exquisite surf shop, a spacious parking lot, a snack bar, and a resting spot, providing everything a surfer needs to hit the waters. They also offer a experience package, which includes a lesson session, an equipment rental kit and free activity time for enjoying surfing.

Mallipo Beach (만리포해수욕장)

18.2Km 2024-03-15

138 Mallipo 2-gil, Sowon-myeon, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691

Mallipo Beach, located in Taean, is a C-shaped, flat sandy beach with shallow waters, making it ideal for swimming and various water sports during the summer. Adjacent to the beach, a pine forest provides a perfect spot for camping. Numerous nearby shops offer accommodations and fresh seafood. Additionally, the observatory offers spectacular views of the West Sea and its stunning sunsets.

Bangpo Beach (방포해수욕장)

18.4Km 2024-02-22

29-1 Bangpo 1-gil, Anmyeon-eup, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Bangpo Beach, situated on Anmyeondo Island, faces the Yellow Sea and features a gently sloping fine sand shoreline, perfect for both swimming and strolling. It is renowned for housing golden rain trees, designated as a Natural Monument of Korea. Central to the tidal flat are Halmibawi and Harabibawi Rocks. An observatory nearby provides splendid sea views, and Bangpo Port is a source of fresh seafood from the Yellow Sea.

Cheollipo Arboretum (천리포수목원)

18.8Km 2025-03-15

187, Cheollipo 1-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-672-9982

Cheollipo Arboretum is located on the tip of the Taean peninsula, and was founded by Min Byung-gal (Carl Ferris Miller), the "blue-eyed Korean." Min purchased the land in 1962 and starting in 1970, many trees were planted in earnest. At that time, the park was only open to experts in related fields and members who helped fund the arboretum. In 2009, select sections of the arboretum were finally opened to the general public. The arboretum features more than 16,830 kinds of plants (as of October 2022), including holly, magnolia, camelia, and maple trees, as well as five varieties of Rose of Sharon, the national flower.

Cheollipo Beach (천리포해수욕장)

18.9Km 2021-10-01

265-3, Cheollipo 1-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691

Cheollipo Beach is among the many beaches located within Taeanhaean National Park. It is located 2 kilometers north of Mallipo Beach, a well-known beach in Taean. Another 2 kilometers north is Baengnipo Beach. The beaches in the park are characterized by shallow waters that are 1~2 meters deep with a 1-kilometer beach shore. In particular, Cheollipo Beach is noted as an amazing sunset spot, making it a popular attraction regardless of swimming season.

Seosan Hotel Aria (서산아리아호텔)

18.9Km 2024-12-23

94 , Dongheon-ro, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-668-7822

Seosan Aria Hotel, near Central Lake Park in Seosan-si, Chungcheonnam-do, consists of a main building, new building, an annexe, and a deluxe building, and has 80 rooms accommodating up to 160 people. There are three types of room: Garden rooms have access to the roof-top garden; Studio rooms are equipped with home theatres and accomodate up to four people; and Duplex rooms. Public transport connections are good, and the hotel is just 1km away from Seosan City Hall and adjacent shopping malls. There’s a large parking lot (one car per room).

Kkotji Beach (꽃지해수욕장)

19.2Km 2024-11-08

Seungeon-ri, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-670-2691

Kkotji Beach, located in beautiful Anmyeon, features a 5 kilometer stretch of white sand, and attractions like Halbaebawi and Halmaebawi Rocks (Grandpa & Grandma Rocks). Halmaebawi Rock is said to have once been a real woman, Mido, who lived during the Silla period. Her husband was sent on business and never returned. Mido sat by the ocean every day waiting for his return, eventually turning into a stone. Further out to sea, there is a large rock, which naturally earned the nickname of Halbaebawi. Many visitors come to Kkotji Beach all year round to enjoy the beautiful view, and take walks along the beach. The sunset scenery has also become a favorite for photographers.

Korea Flower Park (코리아플라워파크)

19.3Km 2024-10-29

400 Kkotjihaean-ro, Anmyeon-eup, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Korea Flower Park is located in Taean near Kkotji Beach, a famous sunset location. The park is beautiful with different flowers in bloom from spring to fall. The garden also hosts various flower festivals throughout the year to highlight the flowers in bloom.

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