City: Gyeongsangnam-do
Top Things to do in Gyeongsangnam-do
Top 10 Things to do Good for Couples in Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea
South Gyeongsang Province (Korean: 경상남도, translit. Gyeongsangnam-do, Korean pronunciation: [kjʌŋ.saŋ.nam.do]) is a province in the southeast of South Korea. The provincial capital is at Changwon. It is adjacent to the major metropolitan center and port of Busan. There is UNESCO World Heritage Site Haeinsa, a Buddhist temple that houses the Tripitaka Koreana and attracts many tourists. Automobile and petrochemical factories are largely concentrated along the southern part of the province, extending from Ulsan through Busan, Changwon, and Jinju.
Restaurants in Gyeongsangnam-do
1. Jinjuseong
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 126 reviews
Reviewed By agmmaor - Israel, null
Jinju is a major city among the regions in South Korea. The town is divided in two by the Nam River (Namgang), with the Jinju Fortress, the city center, most of the hotels, the spread of the residential trade and the intercity bus stop on the north bank. The train station and high-speed bus station are located on the south bank. One of the largest battlefields during the Imagine War, today a historic site and a great, well-kept and well-maintained urban park and there is a good guide to it. The view is great.
2. Sinseondae
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By gbgibsfroze - Gumi, South Korea
Just across the windy hill, this place is really something. Good for taking photos and relaxation. This place is really good for groups and to those who want to get some fresh air.
3. Yeojwacheon Stream
4. Hallyeo National Marine Park View Ropeway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By Diviva - Singapore, Singapore
The ropeway is touted as Korea's longest ropeway. It provides an easy way of getting up to Mireuksan, which offers stunning views of the bay, dotted with islands. Suitable for all ages. The view from the cable car is very nice.
5. Oedo Botania
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 131 reviews
Reviewed By SQKrisflyer - Singapore, null
My family and I spent a “controlled” 1.5 hour on a clear sunny afternoon at the Oedo Botanical, which was just sufficient. Oedo Botania is the result of at least 30 years of transformation work of Chang-ho Lee and his wife after they obtained approval from the authorities in 1976. It is no surprise that several Korean TV dramas, including Winter Sonata, were shot here. Getting there and entrance fees: We drove 2 hours in the late morning in the rental car from AJ (Avis) from Busan to the quiet Dojangpo village of Geoje Island (where Windy Hill attraction is located). Because Oedo is only accessible by ferry, we bought tickets that includes ferry fare (₩16,000 per adult and ₩ 9,000 for age 2 to 12) and the Oedo Botania entrance fees (₩11,000 for adult and ₩8000 for youth). After a lunch at one of the restaurants in front of the car park, we took the 1:20 pm ferry that reached Oedo Island at 1:50pm. We returned to mainland on the designated 3:20pm ferry, which reached mainland slightly earlier at 3:35pm. I saw the next ferry departure was at 3:40pm but do check the ferry departure timings as there is more than one ferry plying the route. The Attraction: Actually, this is a “2-in-1” attraction, because before we reach Oedo Island, the ferry captain took the ferry passengers to see up close spectacular rock formations and a cave at Haegeumgang Island (that explains why the ferry ride to Oedo Island took 5 minutes longer). What I enjoyed or liked: (1) Although no brochure was given, there is a erected map that shows the recommended route in a figure “8”: Oedo Square – Fountain intersection – Cactus Garden – Venus Garden (12 sculptures and a view point) – Lee House – Flower Garden (camellias and rare flowers from all over the world) – Bamboo Garden – Panorama Observatory – Oh Beautiful Café (food and the view of Naedo Island and the surrounding sea) – Sculpture Park – Eden Garden and Chapel – Hill of Love – Stairway to Heaven – Kokaseu Garden – Souvenir Gift Shop – Water Garden – Observatory/Viewpoint – Memorial Gallery (Oedo Botania history and exhibits) – Lighthouse of the Wish. Make sure you take a photo of the route. (2) As we walked the gardens populated by flora (trees, shrubs, plants, flowers and even cacti), we were truly amazed at the superb maintenance, beautiful landscaping, skilful gardening and the fusion of European and Korean styles as well as the peace and serenity that calm the “hustle and bustle” city folks like us. (3) There are plenty of toilets as well as areas for rest from tired legs and shade from the sun’s rays. (4) My favourite panorama viewpoints are: on top of the hill just before Bamboo Garden (see the terrace landscaping of Botania), at the semi-circular arch of Venus Garden, at the Panorama Observatory (coastal cliffs, islands and sea) and just before Memorial Gallery (5 terrace rows of tree covers, sea and peninsula). Oedo Botania requires plenty of walking along (gradual) slopes and stairs, so I recommend wear a comfortable pair of walking shoes and drink plenty of fluids, especially on a hot sunny day. In addition, as this attraction is in the open, put on sunscreen or wear a hat or use an umbrella on a sunny day. We enjoyed Oedo Botania very much and hoped we could come back some day during spring or autumn. This peaceful island paradise attraction is one that’s uniquely astounding and different. So don’t miss it, even though you may not be a lover of Nature!
6. Mireuksan Mountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 104 reviews
Reviewed By agmmaor - Israel, null
Super cool cable car, mega long, very high above a fantastic view, the views from the summit are amazing.
7. Gyeonghwa Station Cherry Blossom Road
8. Jinhae Gunhangje Festival
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 77 reviews
During the Jinhae Gunhangje Festival in early April, South Korea's naval history is freshened up by the early April cherry blossom bloom. For ten days, Jinhae's usually off-limits naval base is flooded with 2.6 million tourists enjoying the fresh and fragrant air, taking pictures as they stroll along petal-littered paths. The tree-lined city streets create breathtaking flower tunnels and charming photo-ops loom around every corner. The coinciding Military Band and Honour Guard Festival provides music and performances for guests while the area's Jehwangsan Mountain Park offers unlimited views of the remarkable spring scenery.
9. Skyline Luge Tongyeong
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
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 Travelove58
This Sky Luge is much better than others in their network countries. First, one chooses a helmet that fits you. And then takes a Skylift chair all the way uphill to the top ( starting point of Luge circuit). From there, you ride the Sky Luge downhill all the way to the bottom. One ticket gives you 3 rides. It was so much fun especially when the weather was chilly. As usual, your pictures will be taken by cameras along the circuit & they will try to sell you the photos. There is a souvenir shop at the finish area. Usually the queue is very long even on a weekday but we were lucky. Somehow, today there were hardly any people.
10. Dongpirang Village
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 193 reviews
Reviewed By agmmaor - Israel, null
A cool, picturesque village, renewed every two years, the cafes located on every corner of the village are peaceful, a place to walk and enjoy the beautiful view.
