Samcheon 2(i)-dong Makgeolli Street (삼천 2동 막걸리골목)

8.4Km 2025-07-22

Samcheon-dong 1(il)-ga, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Samcheon-dong Makgeolli Street is the 200-meter-long line of makgeolli (Korean rice wine) bars clustered together along Geomasan-ro Street in Wansan-gu, Jeonju. Once known as the city for producing the best makgeolli in the nation, Jeonju is home to many makgeolli breweries and bars, which are concentrated in Samcheon-dong. Many of these locations formed in the ‘90s, when makgeolli rose as the country’s most favorite alcohol at the time. The makgeolli breweries and bars in Samcheon-dong are renowned for withstanding the test of time, and the area is now a designated Jeonju Future Heritage. Many of the bars in Samcheong-dong provide authentic Korean side dish that pair well with makgeolli, and the neighborhood is considered a must-visit for experiencing the authentic local vibe.

Gimje Munsusa Temple (문수사(김제))

8.6Km 2024-04-07

158, Hwangsan 5-gil, Gimje-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-547-0972

Munsusa Temple, located in Hwangsan-dong, Gimje, is a branch temple of Geumsansa Temple. The temple is located in the heart of nature atop Bonghwangsan Mountain (alt. 100 meters), which is surrounded by the seemingly endless Mangyeong Plains. The temple was built by the great monk Hyedeok Seonsa in the 25th year of King Mu of Baekje after he was visited in his dreams by Munsu Bosal (a Buddhist Saint). The temple was named ‘Munsu’ after ‘Munsugol,’ the original name of the neighborhood in which the temple is located.

In front of the temple stands an ancient zelkova tree whose giant girth measures well over 5 meters. The tree, which is called gwimok (meaning holy, miraculous tree), was recently designated a specially protected tree and is now the focus of preservation efforts. Every January 14th (according to the lunar calendar), local lovernment of Gimje holds a sacred ritual for the tree while the temple holds a ritual to honor the mountain spirit.

Jeonju Seobu Market (전주 서부시장)

8.9Km 2025-07-18

18 Hyodong 2-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Jeonju Seobu Market is the only market in Jeonju's western area and sells fresh vegetables, fruits and other wholesale products supplied directly from farmlands in Wanju-gun and Gimje. In addition to food products, the market also sells clothing and general supplies. It occasionally holds event, festivals, and singing contests, encouraging the the community to get together.

Olive Young - Jeonju Junghwasan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 전주중화산점)

9.0Km 2024-06-26

264, Baekje-daero, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

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eonju Hanji Museum (전주한지박물관)

9.1Km 2024-04-06

59, Palbok-ro, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-210-8103

Jeonju Hanji Museum was founded to promote the excellence of hanji (traditional Korean paper) and present how it has impacted the lifestyle of Koreans in the past and the present. Hanji crafts, tools for making Hanji, ancient manuscripts and books are on display, and there is a museum shop where visitors can buy souvenirs to take home with them. Activities such as hanji making and woodblock printing are also part of the experience.

Olive Young - Jeonju Pyeonghwa Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 전주평화점)

9.1Km 2024-06-27

#106, 4680, Moak-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

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Jeonju World Cup Stadium (전주월드컵경기장)

9.2Km 2024-04-07

1055, Girin-daero, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-239-2546

The Jeonju World Cup Stadium was built with tradition in mind as its roof and stands are designed with an image of traditional fan, the pillars in sotdae design and cables in 12 strings of gayageum.

Korea Expressway Corporation Arboretum (한국도로공사 전주수목원)

9.2Km 2025-07-22

462-45 Beonyeong-ro, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

The Korea Expressway Corporation Arboretum is located in Jeonju and operated by Korea Expressway Corporation. The arboretum was opened to counterbalance the environmental damage caused by the construction of expressways. As such, the arboretum maintains and promotes the conservation of many beautiful flora from across the country.

Jeonju Bibimbap Festival (전주비빔밥축제)

9.2Km 2025-10-23

1055 Girin-daero, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-214-1365

The Jeonju Bibimbap Festival celebrates the taste and charm of one of Korea's representative foods in the city of it's origin, Jeonju. The city has been recognized by UNESCO as a City of Gastronomy, and the festival promotes this branding. Visitors to the festival can enjoy a variety of immersive programs, including hadns-on activities and performances centered on Jeonju bibimbap.

Olive Young - Jeonju Seosin Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 전주서신점)

9.2Km 2024-06-26

106, Seosin-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

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