City Tours

Yeosu is a maritime city surrounded by 317 islands and a 915-kilometer-long coastline. Since its selection as the venue for the 2012 World Expo, the city has received increasing interest from tourists both at home and abroad. The Yeosu City Tour starts at the World Expo Pavilion and concludes at Odongdo Island and Hyangiram Hermitage.

Visitor Information

☞ Operating hours: 1 daily departure (departing at 10:30 and returning at 18:10) ☞ Point of departure: In front of Yeosu Station ☞ Fare: Adults 3,000 won / Teens (ages 7-18) 1,000 won (Admission fees not included) ☞ Reservations and inquiries: 061-666-1201~2 (Odong Travel) 061-690-2036~7 (Yeosu City Hall) ☞ Online reservation: Yeosu Travel Official Site (Korean) * Reservations required. Please call or visit us online to book. Tour commentary provided by a live Korean-speaking guide. Japanese travel groups may inquire with Yeosu City Hall for a Japanese-speaking tour guide. ☞ Korea Travel Phone: +82-61-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)

** Itinerary:
Yeosu Station [departing at 10:30] → 2012 Yeosu World Expo Pavilion [20 minutes] → Odongdo Island [70 minutes] → Jinnamgwan [90-minute lunch break, meal not included] → Maritime & Fisheries Science Museum [30 minutes] → Hyangiram Hermitage [90 minutes] → Fish Market [30 minutes free time] → Yeosu Station [arriving at 18:10]

2012 Yeosu World Expo Pavilion
The pavilion exhibit details the history of past World Expos and explains how the 2012 Expo in Yeosu is being organized and actualized. Visitors can learn about the Expo from a birds-eye-view of the area surrounding Yeosuhang Port and appreciate the city’s continued efforts to protect the peaceful cohabitation of the city’s leading industries and the surrounding natural ecosystem.
* Admission: Free
☞ Official site (Korean, English)

Odongdo Island
A top tourist destination in Yeosu, Odongdo Island is known among young couples as an ‘Island of Love.’ Seagulls greet ferry passengers and crisscross over the ferry’s wake as it makes its way across the peaceful waters. The island is also connected with the mainland and can be reached by the Dongbaek (Magnolia) Train or on foot. The whole island exudes tranquility: from the wooded walking trail to the 25 meter-high lighthouse observatory and musical fountain.
* Ferry Fare: One-way 3,000 won (about 20 minutes)
* Dongbaek Train Fare: One-way 500 won (about 15 minutes)
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Jinnamgwan
Jinnamgwan is the oldest existing single-story wooden building in Korea and a prized national treasure. It was used as the headquarters for Admiral Yi Sun-shin who led the Korean forces to victory in a celebrated naval battle against the Japanese army during the Imjinwaeran War, which lasted from 1592 to 1598. Admiral Yi is one of the most heroic and respected figures in Korean history, and several tourist sites commemorate his many accomplishments.
* Admission: Free

Maritime & Fisheries Science Museum
With the backdrop of a beautiful seaside landscape, the museum is a great place to understand and appreciate the local maritime ecology. A hundred species of fish indigenous to Korea are on exhibit, including several rare fish that live only in this region. The museum boasts the nation’s largest cylindrical aquarium, a sea turtle aquarium, and a hands-on discovery center that gives visitors a chance to learn about various species of clams.
* Hours: 09:00~18:00 (Closed on Mondays, New Year, Lunar New Year, and Chuseok holidays)
* Admission: Adults 2,000 won, Teens (ages 7-18) 1,000 won
☞ Official site (Korean)

Hyangiram Hermitage
Hyangiram is a famous spot from which to behold the brilliant colors of the glorious sunrise and sunset. The Hermitage (small temple) is conveniently located at the southern end of Dolsando Island, which is connected to the mainland by Dolsandaegyo Bridge. The steep narrow road that leads up to Hyangiram has recently been made more negotiable with the addition stairs. After passing through a narrow crevice between huge rocks, a stunning view of the ocean unfolds right beyond the temple. Explore the area to discover the Daeungjeon Hall, Bawidonggul Cave, the Beomjong Temple bell, and the fountain – just don’t forget to make a wish.
* Admission: Adults 2,000 won, Teens (ages 13-18) 1,500 won, Children (ages 12 or less) 1,000 won
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