Ulsan

Daewangam Park

A seaside park with the stunning views of the East Coast. Follow the beautiful coastal trail for 1km, where you will pass by the cherry trees, pine forest, camellias, apricots and even more exciting sights! If you fancy a visit to the lighthouse, then follow another trail in the park to adore the beautiful sight of Ulgi Lighthouse. The park truly holds a beauty like none else.

Taehwagang National Garden 

Along the Taehwagang River, which provides drinking water to the citizens of Ulsan, there is a great bamboo forest covering over 4km in length and an impressive 20-40km in width. It was created by the villagers themselves, who believed that it would help prevent the concurrent floods during the Japanese colonial times. It is also extremely beautiful in Spring, when over 60 million flowers blossom in their full beauty!

K-drama location: The King: Eternal Monarch

Ulsan Grand Park 

A park located in the city offers a great selection of fun activities and beautiful views. There, you can enjoy its grand swimming pool, watch performances at the concert area, play sports or visit its fun filled theme park with various ponds, trails and much more! Also, that’s where the famous Ulsan Grand Park Light Festivaltakes place every winter, offering its visitors stunning light displays and shows like nowhere else in Korea. 

Jangsaengpo Whale Culture Village 

Opened in 2015, the cultural village offers its visitors an experience of a lifetime. Explore the scenic theme of an old whaling village through various areas such as Prehistoric Whale Experience Garden, Jangsaengpo Old Village, Whale Plaza and more. It is a great place to spend a day for big and small with plentiful of photo opportunities (especially with the old-school uniforms available to rent inside!)

P.S.Did you know that there you can also take a whale watching cruise? 

Amethyst Cavern Park

 The largest man-made cave dedicated as a tourist destination in South Korea. Carved inside the closed amethyst mine, the cave is over 2.5km long offering one an opportunity to admire its amethyst stones, see various exhibitions and even attend a thrilling circus! Once you step outside, you can enjoy experiences such as ceramic workshops and even a snow sleight during winter.

Ulsan Bridge Observatory

This free observatory offers 360 degree views of Ulsan city. Admire the Ulsan Bridge from up above, and see all the Ulsan city has to offer. While you are there, make sure to take up some hiking trails nearby for the full experience!

Oegosan Onggi Village

Established back in 1975, right when the earthenware master Heo Deok-man settled in the area. Today, the village casts a beautiful sight as you admire the massive collection of various earthenware from local and national craftsmen. The village also has won the Guinness Book of World Records for the largest earthenware pottery collection! 

Ilsan Beach

Ilsan’s beach will make you forget you are in one of the most industrial cities of South Korea. Stretching over 600meters, its soft golden sand will make you linger there for a while longer. If you are traveling with kids, it’s also good to note that the beach has the smooth slope into the sea, making it a family friendly beach. Also, if you are visiting at the end of July, check out its Beach Festival with live music and tournaments!

Ulsan Hyundai Motors Plant

 If you are into motor industry, then you should definitely check this one out! You can visit worlds’ largest motor plant right here in Ulsan (advanced bookings necessary). With over 32,000 employees, the plant produces over 5,800 vehicles a day! The plant also has the forest with over 600,000 trees, a testing station the size of 100 football fields and 20km of road to try out the new vehicles!   

Ulsan Museum

Opened in 2011, it is not only a great place to learn about Korean and local history, but also to admire the unique modern building perfected with the reflecting pools surrounding it. Here, you can find more information about whales, ships and cars, and also about the Buddhists, temples and Silla Kingdom. It is a great place offering a free entry and a great time guaranteed! 

Gajisan Provincial Park 

With a peak at 1,241m height, it is the biggest peak of Yeongnam Alps. As you’ve guessed it, due to its height and location, the mountain boasts stunning views each season- azaleas in spring, autumn foliage in fall, snowy peaks in winter and greenery in the summer months. If you have a chance, try to visit the mountain in the spring, when all the surrounding mountains paint pink and red. There, you can also find the Seongnamsa Temple to relax and take in the Korean history.

Seongnamsa Temple 

Found on the south of Gajisan mountain, the temple was built in 824 A.D. However, in the later years (during the Japanese Invasions) the original temple was destroyed, and so what you see now is the replica rebuilt back in 1674. Even with its cruel history, the temple remains home to many Buddhist nuns, which you can meet on your visit there. 

Sinbulsan

A must visit walking destination in the outstanding natural beauty beholding Yeongnam Alps. Although the peak is 1,209 meters height, the wooden paths make it easier to reach it. There, you will be able to admire the famous Ganwoljae Flame Grass Road, covered in a sea of swaying flame grass making it a sight to admire. It is a great adventure as the natural beauty of Korea will make you never want to leave. Also, on the Sinbulsan’s western slopes you can find the stunning Paraeso Falls. Although the falls are beautiful in itself, but it is well noting that swimming there is prohibited. 

Boksoondoga Wine Makery

A perfect addition to any itinerary, a visit to this organic Korean wine makery will make you think differently about Korean alcoholic drinks. If you’ve heard about makgeolli before, you might already know that it is different from other wines. Here at Boksoondoga, they make the rice wine from locally harvested rice, with a traditional Korean yeast and onggi. The flavor is rich and mild due to its organic ingredients. There is also a souvenir shop if you’d like to get some more for a perfect evening or as a souvenir. 

Ganjeolgot Cape 

A place where you can greet the sun the earliest on the eastern coast. There is also a rocky promontory, a lighthouse and a cluster of monuments and sculptures down by the lighthouse. They say that if you write your wish on a postcard there and put it in the second-largest post box on the planet, your wish just might come true! 

K-Drama Location:Flames of Desire