Omokdae and Imokdae Historic Sites (오목대와 이목대) - Area information - Korea travel information

Omokdae and Imokdae Historic Sites (오목대와 이목대)

4.6Km    2025-07-22

55 Girin-daero, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-281-2114

Omokdae Historic Site is located on top of a steep hill and is one of the places where Yi Seong-gye, who later became King Taejo, the first king of the Joseon dynasty, stopped to celebrate his victory on his way home from a war against the Japanese army at Unbong Peak of Hwangsan Mountain. Across the bridge from Omokdae is Imokdae Historic Site, situated at the foot of Seungamsan Mountain. Approximately 80 meters downhill from Imokdae are memorial stones and a building where Mokjo, the great-great-grandfather of King Taejo, once used to live. The engraved letters on the stones are the handwritings of Emperor Gojong. Mokjo moved to Hamgyeongdo as a result of a dispute with the then minister of Jeonju, an incident which King Taejo believed to have laid the foundation for him to shape the Joseon dynasty.

Jeonggahanog  / 정가한옥

Jeonggahanog / 정가한옥

4.6Km    2025-03-05

78-3 , Girin-daero, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-10-9934-1300, +82-10-3677-1928

Jeongga Hanok, standing right across the road from Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeollabuk-do, is a newbuild hanok combining traditional style with modern comfort. Guestrooms are cypress-walled and red clay-grounded. Thus the Cypress room has walls and ceilings of cypress wood. The Maple room and the Gingko room both have attics. Nearby tourist attractions, which can all be reached on foot, include Gyeonggijeon Hall, Jeondong Cathedral, Jeonju Hyanggyo Confucian School, Jaman Mural Village - and of course Jeonju Hanok Village.

2521 (이오이일)

2521 (이오이일)

4.6Km    2025-07-18

5-19 Omokdae-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

2521, pronounced yi-o-yi-il in Korean, a private guesthouse located in Jeonju Hanok Village. It was made popular as Na Hee-do's house in the drama "Twenty-Five, Twenty-One (2022)." Upon booking, the owner will set the scene just like from the drama. Guests can enjoy a barbeque party at the yard and the view of the hanok village from the rooftop. The guesthouse can accommodate up to eight guests.

Ducksugung (전주 한옥마을 덕수궁)

Ducksugung (전주 한옥마을 덕수궁)

4.7Km    2024-12-13

10 , Gannap-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-10-2625-4336

Deoksugung is a traditional hanok stay situated in a residential area across from the entrance to Jeonju Hanok Village. It has seven rooms for couples and one room for four people, all of which are ondol rooms. Rooms are equipped with a bathroom, a mini-refrigerator, television, and a private parking lot. There is no cooking allowed in the rooms, but you are welcome to prepare simple meals in the shared kitchen. Rentals of hanboks and rail bikes are available at a discount at the hotel.

Jeonjuhyanggyo Local Confucian School (전주향교)

4.7Km    2025-07-22

139 Hyanggyo-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Jeonjuhyanggyo is a local Confucian school that was established during the Joseon dynasty (1392-1910) and is a designated Historic Treasure. This was a national education center during the Joseon period. The school was originally located at the Gyeonggijeon Shrine site, but was relocated in 1603. The mortuary tablets of seven Chinese Confucian scholars and 18 Korean scholars are enshrined in the main building of Daeseongjeon Hall. The site is popular for its 400-year-old ginkgo tree in the front yard, and is the most beautiful in fall. 

Jaman Mural Village (자만벽화마을)

4.8Km    2024-04-07

1-10, Jamandong 1-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Jaman Mural Village is located in the ridge between Omokdae and Imokdae along the foot of Seungamsan Mountain’s Jungbawi Rock. Jeonju Hanok Village is also visible from the wide street. Although it is a fairly steep walk up to Jaman Village, visitors will be able to enjoy colorful murals painted on the buildings and walls along the way.

Luke Korean Medicine Hospital (누가한방병원)

4.8Km    2025-10-23

218 Andeogwon-ro, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Luke Korean Medicine Hospital combines traditional Korean medicine and Western medicine. 
It specializes in detoxification, pain management, and rehabilitation, and its director has dedicated himself to practicing traditional Korean medicine following the footsteps of his father, continuing over 50 years of history in total. 
The hospital analyzes, improves, and treats the root causes of various diseases caused by modern lifestyle habits and dietary patterns.  
The hospital’s vision and aspiration are to help customers lead a healthy and beautiful life. 
It developed programs that allow customers to experience both traditional Korean and Western wellness in Jeonbuk-do. The hospital is dedicated to offering this special and valuable wellness experience to more people. 

KMO (케이엠오)

4.8Km    2025-10-23

#202, 218 Andeokwon-ro, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

KMO (Korea Medical & Wellness Organizer) is a private platform based in Jeonbuk, Korea, specializing in wellness tourism, youth cultural exchange, and medical cooperation programs rooted in emotional, healing, and Korean cultural content. It connects public institutions, regional assets, and global partners, with a focus on Russia and the CIS region.

Bu Yong Heon / 부용헌

Bu Yong Heon / 부용헌

4.9Km    2025-03-04

149-3 , Hyanggyo-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-10-8875-8587

Buyongheon is a Hanok stay in Jeonju Hanok Village, Jeollabuk-do, right next to the Jeonju Hyanggyo Confucian School. Accomodation is comprised of Toenmaru Bang, Daecheong Maru Bang, Large Daecheong Maru Bang and Big Sarangchae. The room is neat and feels the beauty of blank space. A culture experience program includes traditional etiquette and hanji making, while the Jeonju Hanbyeok Cultural Center and the Confucian school are reachable on foot. Jeonju Station and Jeonju Express Bus Terminal are 10 to 15 minutes away by car.

Saranggadeuk (사랑가득)

Saranggadeuk (사랑가득)

4.9Km    2024-12-13

149-8 , Hyanggyo-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-10-7451-3355

Located in Jeonju Hanok Village, Saranggadeuk is a traditional hanok that was renovated from a traditional hanok built in 1900, which retains the elegance of hanok architecture in its toenmaru (narrow wooden porch), rafters, and eaves. The hotel has six guest rooms, including a spacious ondol (underfloor heated) room with an interior finished in cypress wood that emits a subtle scent. Each of the rooms has a bathroom with a shower, and the Cherry and Rose rooms are recommended for couples, while the Azalea rooms are recommended for groups. Breakfast is served with freshly baked toast, seasonal fruits, and coffee in the room, and cooking is not permitted.