Gunsan Port (군산항)

3.5 Km 39526 2024-04-07

442 Imhae-ro, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do

Gunsan Port, established in 1899, is the port of Gunsan. During the Japanese colonial period, Gunsan prospered as a trading port. Modern buildings from that era still remain around Gunsan Port, creating a nostalgic atmosphere often referred to as a "time-travel village." Nearby attractions include the Gunsan Modern History Museum and the Sinheung-dong Japanese-style House Street.

Japanese-style House in Sinheung-dong (Hirotsu House) (군산 신흥동 일본식가옥(히로쓰 가옥))

3.6 Km 42128 2024-04-07

17, Guyeong 1-gil, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-454-3315

Japanese-style House in Sinheung-dong was designated as Registered Cultural Heritage in 2005. The area of Sinheung-dong, where the Hirotsu House is located, was a residential area for the wealthy class during the Japanese occupation period. The house is named after Hirotsu, the man who built the house.

Several Korean movies and dramas such as "The General’s Son (1990)," Fighter in the Wind (2004)," and "Tazza: The High Rollers (2006)" were filmed in this house. The house is a typical Japanese two-story timber house, keeping the original forms of its roof, outer walls, inside area and the Japanese-style garden which has significant meaning in regards to the architecture history.

Gunsan Modern History Museum (군산근대역사박물관)

3.6 Km 24722 2024-04-06

240, Haemang-ro, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do

The Gunsan Modern History Museum covers the history of Gunsan's transformative role as an international trading port. The museum exhibits past images of Gunsan, showing the city's rise and importance as a West Sea maritime distribution port.

Guesthouse Yeojeong [Korea Quality] / 게스트하우스 여정 [한국관광 품질인증]

3.6 Km 247 2024-04-07

25 , Guyeong 2-gil, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-10-8098-2202

Guesthouse Yeojeong (‘Journey’) stands on Modern Culture Street in Gunsan, Jeollabuk-do, and offers two types of accomodation: Korean-style ondol-heated rooms and a room with wooden bunk beds. The owner lives on the first floor and takes good care of the guests. In the common living room, there are books, music, and photos and paintings of Gunsan from the 1920s and 1930s - giving it a bohemian feel. A simple breakfast of toast, eggs, coffee and fruit is provided. Tourist attractions such as Chowon Photo Studio, Iseongdang Cafe, and Dongguksa Temple are all reachable on foot.

Gyegok Garden Kkotgejang (계곡가든꽃게장)

3.8 Km 27613 2024-04-07

470 Geumgang-ro, Gaejeong-myeon, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do

Gyegok Garden Kkotgejang is a restaurant sought after by food enthusiasts nationwide, renowned as the first establishment in the country to patent gejang (marinated crab) cuisine. Originally selling dwaeji galbi (grilled pork galbi), the restaurant's main dish shifted to crab after its exceptional kkotge jang (soy sauce marinated crab) side dish garnered increasing attention from customers seeking gejang delicacies. The secret to its flavor lies in the authentic soy sauce, aged with 16 medicinal herbs, and the plump meat of female crabs. Customers can enjoy gejang with minimal fishy or salty taste, instead relishing in the rich and savory flavor of the crab.

Ritz Plaza Hotel (리츠프라자호텔)

3.9 Km 37262 2024-04-07

30 Hanbatan-gil, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-468-4681

Ritz Plaza Hotel is a tourist hotel perfect for leisure, well-being, and resting. It is a representative of Gunsan along with Seonyudo Island. The stunning Eunpa Lake can be seen from the premium rooms. The hotel is equipped with various facilities like a Korean restaurant, Western-cuisine restaurant, coffee shop, buffets, wedding hall, banquet hall, and cafe bar.

Wolmyeong Park (월명공원)

4.0 Km 9007 2024-04-07

26-3, Wolmyeonggongwon 1-gil, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-450-4000

Wolmyeong Park is a popular tourist destination in Gunsan and connects five mountains in the vicinity. The park has 12 kilometers of walking trails, as well as an observatory, sculpture park, and various monuments. From Susi Tower, which resembles a flame or wind-blown sail, people can see all of downtown Gunsan, the sea to the south of Gunsan, the mouth of the Geumgang River, and the large Janghang smelting factory.

The park has well-arranged gardens and 30-year old rattan and cherry trees. A cherry blossom photo contest is held every April, when the park is covered in cherry blossoms.

Gunsan Daejeon Hoetjib (군산대전횟집)

4.0 Km 1 2024-04-07

149 Naehang 2-gil, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do

Gunsan Daejeon Hoetjib is a popular local recommendation known for its fresh sliced raw fish and upscale side dishes. Located just a 10-minute drive from Gunsan Port, customers can enjoy their meal while admiring the view of Dongbaekdaegyo Bridge and the inner harbor of Gunsan. The signature menu item is the modeum hoe (assorted sliced raw fish) featuring a variety of fish such as flatfish, rockfish, sea bass, and sea bream, along with steamed lobster.

Himart - Naun Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 나운점)

4.0 Km 0 2024-04-18

465, Gongdan-daero, Gunsan-si, Jeollabuk-do

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HOTEL BOM [Korea Quality]호텔 봄[한국관광 품질인증]

4.2 Km 268 2024-04-07

6 , Bugok 3-gil, Gunsan-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-468-0707

Spring Hotel is a tourist hotel in Naun-dong, Gunsan-si, Jeollabuk-do. All rooms are equipped with a bidet and water softener, and there are also accessible rooms for disabled customers. Thre is a lounge room with a water purifier and coffee machine, and basic English information is available at the front desk. Nearby are Eunpa Amusement Park with its beautiful night views and Wolmyeong Park, which is perfect for a morning stroll. Ten minutes away by car is a ferry terminal where visitors can book a cruise round the Gogunsan Archipelago.

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