Tongyeong

Travel Guide
Tongyeong
Admire a village of painted walls and enjoy views from South Korea’s longest cable car in this Korean city by the sea.

Tongyeong is a coastal town with a scenic harbor and rich history. It is known for its historical relics that tell the story of South Korea’s military feats and development. Explore the parks and enjoy the views of the sprawling, verdant hills surrounding the thriving port.

Among the highlights is the Hallyeo Viewing Ropeway, an observation cable car, the longest of its kind in the country, which travels over the water. Relax with your family in your gondola and capture photos of the town’s port and hilly countryside.

Arrive via the cable car to the peak of Mount Mireuksan and enjoy the panoramic views of the town and the surrounding Hallyeohaesang National Park. The park contains more than 1,100 species of plants and many animals. Spot the endangered fairy pitta, with its brightly colored feathers, as it nests in its camellia habitat. Travel from the city by ferry to the island of Hansando inside the park.

In the town center, learn about the modern art scene at the Jeon Hyuck Lim Art Museum. Wander through the open-air exhibits by international artists at the Nammangsan Sculpture Park. Learn about coastal ecology at the Fisheries Science Museum and explore the range of murals in Dongpirang Village.

Stroll along the Gangguan Fishing Port and see the Turtle Ship Replica styled after a 16th-century ironclad warship. Dine at some of the many restaurants serving the local delicacy of Chungmu kimbap. It is a Korean style of sushi made of seaweed, rice and squid in a spicy sauce. Tongyeong was once named Chungmu.

Tongyeong comprises islands and peninsulas on the southern coast of South Korea. Arrive by bus via the modern Busan-Geoje direct expressway or fly to the Gimhae International Airport, which is about 90 minutes away by car. Spend some time exploring the country’s second city of Busan. Tongyeong combines fascinating historical relics with marvelous scenery on South Korea’s southern shore.

Hansan Hotel
Hansan Hotel
2.5 out of 5
247, Tongyeonghaean-ro, Tongyeong, South Gyeongsang
The price is RM144 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
RM144
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Tongyeong. Enjoy free WiFi, a terrace, and a refrigerator. Popular attractions Pohang Passenger Terminal and Seopirang Park are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"I've stayed here many times before."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Hansan Hotel
Kumho Tongyeong Marina Resort
Kumho Tongyeong Marina Resort
3.5 out of 5
33, Keunbalgae 1-gil, Tongyeong, South Gyeongsang
The price is RM400 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
RM400
per night
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Tongyeong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Popular attractions Tongyeong Concert Hall and Hallyeo Waterway ...
8/10 Very Good! (322 reviews)
"Good ocean view. Walking trail nearby. Good place to stay for family vacaitoner. Rooms are equiped with cooking utensils, stove, microwave etc."

Reviewed on 25 May 2022

Kumho Tongyeong Marina Resort
Stanford Hotel & Resort Tongyeong
Stanford Hotel & Resort Tongyeong
4 out of 5
347, Donam-ro, Tongyeong
The price is RM437 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
RM437
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Tongyeong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Tongyeong Concert Hall and Hallyeo Waterway ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"호텔이 깨끗하고 직원들도 친절해요 주변 산책 코스도 좋구요 거의 모든것이 완벽한 느낌."

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2024

Stanford Hotel & Resort Tongyeong
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Tongyeong Iris Pension
Tongyeong Iris Pension
3 out of 5
251-11, Jangpyeongsinchon 1-gil, Yongnam-myeon, Tongyeong, South Gyeongsang
Stay at this 3-star condo in Tongyeong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an onsite convenience store. Popular attractions Yi Sun-Sin Park and Dongpirang Wall ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (33 reviews)
Wonderful place having great ocean view
"Wonderful ocean view with beautiful pension utilities are so impressive. Recommended for family tour having vehicle - the public transportation is not easy to use."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2021

Tongyeong Iris Pension
Club ES Tongyeong Resort
Club ES Tongyeong Resort
2.5 out of 5
628-113, Cheokpo-gil, Sanyang-eup, Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do
Stay at this condo in Tongyeong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Tongyeong Fisheries Science Museum and Hallyeo-haesang ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (47 reviews)
"깨끗하고 조용한 시간을 보내고 왔습니다"

Reviewed on 19 May 2023

Club ES Tongyeong Resort
Beach castle hotel & resort
Beach castle hotel & resort
3 out of 5
492, Pyeonginilju-ro, Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Tongyeong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Tongyeong Chungryeolsa Temple and Seopirang ...
5.4/10 (6 reviews)
"방도 크고 넓어서 너무 좋았어요.. 또 복층으로 바깥도 너무 좋고 바다도 가까워 눈이 호강했어요"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2021

Beach castle hotel & resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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