10 Things to Do in Geoje That You Shouldn't Miss

February 8, 2018 Tambra Mccollister

Geoje (Korean pronunciation: [kʌ.dʑe̞]) is a city located in South Gyeongsang province, just off the coast of the port city of Busan, South Korea. Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (former Daewoo Shipyard) in Okpo and Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) in Gohyeon are both located on Geoje Island. The city also offers a wide range of tourist sights. The city is made up of a number of islands, of which by far the largest is Geoje Island. There are multiple dong in the city: Jangpyeongdong, Okpo-dong and Gohyeon.
Restaurants in Geoje

1. Dongpirang Wall Painting Village

Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea
Excellent
33%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 156 reviews

Dongpirang Wall Painting Village

Reviewed By jennie21021984 - Sheffield, United Kingdom

The mural village is located on and around a hill not too far from the passenger ferry terminal. It's well signposted and a relatively easy walk up the hill - if you suffer with leg or back problems I would t recommend it though- it's pretty steep.
I went on a day when it was really hot and really busy so moving around was a bit difficult! There's a few different routes you can take around the murals- I'm not sure I got to see them all as the signposting once you're actually up there is a little vague.
It's full of cafes and there are a few gift shops too. A short but pretty diversion!

2. Windy Hill

Gyeongsangnam-do | Dojangpo Village, Geoje, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea
Excellent
26%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
34%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 83 reviews

Windy Hill

Reviewed By guinetfamilytravels - Geoje, South Korea

Quite the drive to get there but the views and photo ops are amazing. A fair bit of a hike to get to the windmill but it's a nice stroll through a small art village.
The sea views are incredible. A must do if visiting Geoje Island.
It is WINDY hill so take a cardigan or sweater.

3. Mireuksan Mountain

Bongpyeong-dong, Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea
Excellent
45%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 84 reviews

Mireuksan Mountain

Reviewed By Jenny H

It was my last day in Tongyeong and I insisted to go up with canle car even though the ticket box staff discouraged me not to go. Finally she was correct. I couldn't see anything on top.
I remember it had beauteaful view with hundreds of small ilands in my earlier visit on sunny day 10 years back..

4. Historic Park of Geoje POW Camp

61, Gyeryong-ro, Geoje, Gyeongsangnam-do 53257, South Korea +82 55-639-0625
Excellent
27%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
32%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 85 reviews

Historic Park of Geoje POW Camp

Reviewed By Samuel D - Fayetteville, North Carolina

Amazing piece of war history. This is obviously very far from Seoul and basically everywhere but its a must-see destination for any military in Korea

5. Yi Sun-shin Park

Muhyeongmunhwajaejeonsuhoegwan 205 Mendehaean-Gil, Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do 53048, South Korea +82 55-642-4737
Excellent
40%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 72 reviews

Yi Sun-shin Park

Reviewed By Fareza16 - Singapore, Singapore

Has a statue of the great admiral Yi Sun Shin who was a legendary military genius in defeating Japanese ships in Korean history. Also, some notices are put up at the park but only in Korean. Nice place to go for a walk or to see some great scenery if you're in the area. We drove there and there were many locals taking pictures and enjoying the view, even in winter.

6. Sinseondae

Galgot-ri, Nambu-myeon, Geoje, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea
Excellent
48%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 36 reviews

Sinseondae

Reviewed By Pan-Bong H

You can get there on foot in the opposie direction from Wind Hill which is also very famous. This place is well known since several dramas were shoot.at this place. This place has a magnificient rock cliff with some pine trees growing on it. Shinseon means immortals in Korean.

7. Hallyeo National Marine Park View Ropeway

205, Balgae-ro, Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do 53075, South Korea +82 1544-3303
Excellent
58%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 52 reviews

Hallyeo National Marine Park View Ropeway

Reviewed By waterpist0l - chiang rai

I found this cable car pretty high, thought I'd challenge a bit of a phobia by using a round trip ticket (10,000¥) The views are spectacular, we had a clear day and could see for miles albeit not to Japan. Lots of nice vantage points from the trailways at the summit. Could be worth getting a Cable Car up & walking down via the temples on the mountainside: this was recommended to us AFTER we got down.

8. Jangsado Sea Park

Hansan-myeon, Geoje, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea
Excellent
53%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
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4.5 based on 23 reviews

Jangsado Sea Park

Reviewed By chocolatelust - Singapore, Singapore

I visited in late March where the weather was just turning into spring, but the trees were still barren. A 40 minute ferry ride from Tongyeong, you are allowed 2 hours to wander around the park. The course is pretty straightforward and easy to follow, but there is nothing interactive or anything particularly worth making the trip there for.
There is a greenhouse and aviary as well as a small stage for Performances.
The view is pleasant if the weather isn't foggy. However, you don't have to go there especially for this view.
Unless you are a fan of the drama, it's not worth the hefty fees to visit (~30,000won inclusive of entry fees and ferry ride). Use that money to visit other Islands instead.

9. Hakdong Mongdol Beach

18-1, Hakdong 6-gil, Dongbu-myeon, Geoje-si,, Geoje, Gyeongsangnam-do 53332, South Korea
Excellent
31%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 19 reviews

Hakdong Mongdol Beach

Reviewed By migachan - Vancouver, Canada

It is a pebble beach with seafood restaurants lined along the coast (as we as lots of hotels). It isn't very crowded and I love the sounds of the waves trying to wash the pebbles away. The mart across the beach also sells fireworks :p

10. Skyline Luge Tongyeong

178, Balgae-ro, Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do 53078, South Korea +82 55-645-6657
Excellent
68%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 34 reviews

Skyline Luge Tongyeong

One of the world’s most thrilling adventure activities has arrived in Tongyeong! The Skyline Luge is a unique wheeled-gravity ride that provides riders full control over their descent on a purpose built 1.5km Luge track. The only attraction of its kind in South Korea, Skyline Luge offers a fun-filled outdoor experience that is suitable for riders of all ages and experience levels.

Reviewed By Fina T

This is a franchise from New Zealand and safe for adults to toddler. Luge using no engine and easy to control.
Many helpful staffs and we are pleased to find most of them can speak English.
Price is quite affordable, better not take a single ride.
It is popular and long queue at ticket counter but not much on the starting point.
First timer of the day must go to a separate line, to get a brief explanation and a stamp on the hand.
Down side, they should provide gloves too because the handles may cause some pain after a while. My 7yo daughter's hand felt hurt after the 2nd round.
As far as I know, this is the first one in the region. They will open 2 more tracks soon.

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