2-Day Cultural Tour of Mokpo, the City of Art and Romance

This itinerary offers a diverse journey through Mokpo, starting from the Mokpo Modern History Museum, where modern history comes alive, to the Mokpo Literature Museum, where you can feel the spirit of Mokpo's numerous literary figures. It also provides an open and refreshing escape from daily life with expansive attractions like the cable car and skywalk. With filming locations for movies and dramas, as well as trendy spots popular among young adults, you can enjoy an even more delightful trip!

Along the way

1. 1

   Junghwaru

   중화루

   Located in front of the former Dongbonwonsa Mokpo Byeolwon temple, Junghwaru is the oldest Chinese restaurant in Mokpo. The tender noodles that slide effortlessly into your mouth with a slurp, topped with a fried egg, will surely whet your appetite.MoreLess

   

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   Mokpo Modern History Museum

   목포근대역사관

   The oldest building in Mokpo, this structure was built as a consulate after Mokpo Port opened in October 1897 and the Japanese Consulate in Mokpo was established in October 1898. Following Korea's liberation, it served as Mokpo City Hall from 1947, the Former Japanese Consulate in Mokpo from 1974, and the Mokpo Cultural Center from January 1990. Following the cultural center's recent relocation, it underwent renovations and reopened in 2014 as Hall 1 of the Mokpo Modern History Museum.MoreLess

   

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   Mokpo Marine Cable Car

   목포 해상케이블카

   The Mokpo Marine Cable Car offers panoramic views of the scenic Dadohae archipelago, including Gohado Island, as well as Yudal Mountain, Bukhang Port, and Mokpo's old downtown, the historic heart of this Cittaslow city.MoreLess

   

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   Gohado Island Observatory

   고하도 전망대

   Gohado Island Observatory is built on Gohado Island, where Admiral Yi Sun-sin regrouped his fleet after the victory in the Battle of Myeongnyang. The observatory is designed by stacking models of 13 Panokseon warships in a lattice pattern.MoreLess

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   Mokpo Daebandong Skywalk

   목포 대반동 스카이워크

   Along the coastal walkway beneath the skywalk, people gather to enjoy simple meals with beverages such as beer and coffee while gazing out at the sea. The former coast guard pier site on Samhakdo Island now features over a dozen romantic food stalls (pocha) and ultra-large tour cruise ships.MoreLess

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   Shinan Beach Hotel

   신안비치호텔

   Located in the scenic port city of Mokpo, Shinan Beach Hotel is a premier resort hotel in the Honam region. Set against the cascading ridges of Yudal Mountain and the crimson sunset reflecting on the hotel, it creates a cozy and elegant atmosphere for guests to enjoy their valuable time.MoreLess

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   Mokpo Literature Museum

   목포문학관

   Known as a city of the arts that has produced the highest number of National Academy of Arts members for a single city alongside its beautiful natural scenery, Mokpo opened the Mokpo Literature Museum on October 9, 2007. The museum brings together the achievements and literary heritage of playwright Kim Woo-jin, female novelist Park Hwa-seong, and playwright Cha Beom-seok within a single space.MoreLess

   

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   Mokpo Seosan-dong Borimadang & Sihwa Village

   목포 서산동 보리마당&시화마을

   Seosan-dong Sihwa Village is a nostalgic destination that evokes fond memories, offering stunning village views, as well as vistas of the port and sea from the Borimadang plateau. The Sihwa Alley, decorated with writings and paintings by residents, and Yeonhui's Supermarket, a filming location for the movie '1987: When the Day Comes,' are popular attractions among tourists. Visitors can also enjoy photo spots at Yeonhui's Supermarket and re-enact scenes from the movie.MoreLess

   

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