Nangchugol Learning Park (낭추골 현장체험학습원)

.0M 2025-01-17

1890 Danjae-ro, Nangseong-myeon, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Nangchugol is a mountain village located in the eastern part of Cheongju, offering children the chance to observe and experience nature through play and a variety of activities. It boasts a goblin trail, four-season sledding options (grass sled, water sled, and snow sled), swimming pools, a nature learning center focusing on wild plants, valleys, and animals, a traditional game ground, an adventure playground, an insect experience center, and guided forest tours. Additionally, the village includes a campground for visitors.

Cheongseokgul Cave (옥화1경 청석굴)

6.3Km 2025-02-04

12-16 Unam 3-gil, Miwon-myeon, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Cheongseokgul Cave is a natural cave where prehistoric humans lived, with artifacts from the Paleolithic era, such as choppers and chopping tools (hammers), points, and hand axes, discovered inside. The place stays cool even during hot summer, and is currently home to bats and golden-capped fruit bats. Nearby attractions are an artificial waterfall and a sky observatory with a valley in front of the cave available for water activities and kayaking.

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

9.4Km 2024-04-22

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

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Cheongju Sangdangsanseong Fortress (청주 상당산성)

10.0Km 2025-10-23

70 Seongnae-ro, 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)

10.4Km 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.

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

10.8Km 2024-06-27

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

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Himart - Bunpyeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 분평점)

11.3Km 2024-06-26

1120, 1sunhwan-ro, Seowon-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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Cheongjuhyanggyo Confucian School (청주향교)

11.6Km 2025-02-04

81, Daeseong-ro 122beon-gil, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Hyanggyo is a national educational institution from the Joseon dynasty that housed the tablets of esteemed Confucian scholars and held rituals in their honor. It consists of six hanok buildings, including the Daeseongjeon Hall, a space for rituals, and Myeongnyundang Hall, the space for education. Today, various Confucian cultural experience programs, such as Confucian student experiences, tea ceremonies, and calligraphy classes, are offered. They also provide accommodations for guests wishing to experience a "Hyanggyo Stay."

Boeun White Dandelion Eco-Village (보은 하얀민들레한옥마을)

11.8Km 2025-07-11

111-2 Busu-gil, Hoein-myeon, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Boeun White Dandelion Eco-Village is located in Boeun-gun. The hanok building comprises two floors. The upper part of the hanok is used for accommodation and dining, while the lower part of the building serves as both a gallery and lodging. In addition to accommodation, visitors can enjoy various hands-on experience programs, including embroidery, natural dyeing, printmaking, puffed grain making, and a Joseon-era lifestyle experience. It has recently gained popularity after being featured in a variety show with K-pop idols.

CheongKwanJang - Cheongju Seongan-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 청주성안길)

12.0Km 2024-04-22

129-1, Namsa-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

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