Café Forecyan (카페 포레시안)

0m 0 2024-02-23

643 Sanseong-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Café Forecyan is located near the Sangdangsanseong Fortress, renowned for being a pleasant drive away. This spacious bakery-café is celebrated for its picturesque pond photo spot and captivating ice fountain during winter. Guests can indulge in a variety of delicious options such as coffee, yogurt, ice cream, tea, and child-friendly drinks. The menu also features a Fruits Party platter with 5-6 different fruits, sogeum baguette (salted baguette), fruits pie, and cake, all popular among visitors. The café is surrounded by a lush front yard filled with grass and flowers, and a serene backyard adorned with birch trees and hydrangeas, offering splendid views for a delightful visit.

Cheongju Sangdangsanseong Fortress (청주 상당산성)

1.1 Km 20976 2022-12-27

Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-201-0202

Sangdangsanseong Fortress in Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do is a fortress built along the natural slopes close to downtown Cheongju. It was comprehensively improved in 1596 (29th year of King Seonjo’s reign) during Imjinwaeran (Japanese invasion of Korea in 1592) and later remodeled into a stone fortress during the 42nd year of King Sukjong’s reign.

This 4.2km-long, 3-4m-tall fortress was built with stones of various sizes, earth and sand. The fortress has three gates, located in the east, west and south respectively. The three gates remain almost intact, and all still have their gate towers. The front gate in the south, named ‘Gongnammun Gate,’ is crescent-shaped while the East and West gates are square. The East and West Command Posts also stand within the confines of the fortress itself. This fortress was designated as Historic Site No. 212 in 1970. Additionally, visitors can sample Jujube Wine (Korean traditional wine) as well as a variety of local cuisine.

Cheongju Zoo (청주동물원)

2.2 Km 62311 2024-02-22

224 Myeongam-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Cheongju Zoo houses mammals, birds, and reptiles as its main attractions, featuring iconic animals such as tigers, lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, penguins, seals, and monkeys. Visitors can engage in animal classrooms to learn about the ecology and characteristics of various species. Guided tours by zookeepers offer insights into wildlife ecology and unique stories exclusive to Cheongju Zoo.

Cheongju National Museum (국립청주박물관)

3.1 Km 9672 2022-12-27

143, Myeongam-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-229-6300

Cheongju National Museum, opened in 1987, collects and preserves national cultural treasures. The museum holds more than 42,000 artifacts with approximately 1,200 pieces on display. The museum has exhibition halls, outdoor exhibition hall, children’s museum and more, displaying artifacts from the Old Stone Age to the Joseon Period. The special exhibition hall holds themed exhibitions every spring and fall.

Artbox - Cheongju Geumcheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 청주금천점)

4.6 Km 0 2024-06-27

334, Junggogae-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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Lotte Himart - Sangdang Lotte Mart Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 상당롯데마트점)

4.6 Km 0 2024-04-22

60, Yongambuk-ro 160beon-gil, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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Lotte Mart - Sangdang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 상당점)

4.6 Km 0 2024-04-22

60, Yongambuk-ro 160beon-gil, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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Suamgol Observatory (수암골전망대)

4.6 Km 6967 2023-01-17

2, Sudong-ro 5beon-gil, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-201-2042

Suamgol was established when refugees settled in the area after the Korean War. Suamgol Observatory is located on the road above the village with a great view of downtown Cheongju. There is also a cafe street below the observatory.

Suamgol Café Street(수암골 카페거리)

4.7 Km 0 2023-10-26

Su-dong, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

This is a collection of cafés that are situated on a road above Suamgol Village, in Uamsan Mountain, Cheongju. Most of the cafés have terraces, which afford them a view of Cheongju city center and the night view of the city after dark. One can also opt to visit the nearby Suamgol Park and the Drama Filming Site.

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