Today, I will recommend places to visit in Pohang. Pohang is a port city located in Yeongil Bay on the east coast of Gyeongsangbuk-do. Starting with Homigot, which is the first thing that comes to mind when the sun rises, there are various experiences and skywalks.
And when you think of Pohang, Gwamegi and various foods come to mind, so when you visit Pohang, there are a variety of options from tourist attractions to food, so be sure to prepare in advance.
Places to visit in Pohang
Homigot
Homigot is a key tourist attraction in Pohang. The sunrise is especially famous, and there are hands of mutual prosperity, one on land and one on the sea.
Seonbau-gil
Seonbau Road is the second course of the Homi Peninsula Coastal Trail. This is the most recommended coastal trail. Encountering various landscapes while walking is a unique experience.
Guryongpo Japanese House Street
It is famous as a filming location for the drama ‘When the Camellia Blooms’. It was a place where many Japanese people settled and lived after the Japan-North Korea Trade Journey during the Japanese colonial period. Afterwards, the remaining Japanese houses and shops were renovated and created as a cultural street.
Address: 153-1 Guryongpo-gil, Guryongpo-eup, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Guryongpo Modern History Museum operating hours: 10:00 – 17:30, daily (closed every Monday)
Janggi-eupseong Fortress
Janggi-eupseong Fortress, located in Janggi-myeon, Pohang, was initially an earthen fortress built during the Goryeo Dynasty, but was later rebuilt into a stone fortress during the Joseon Dynasty and used as a military base. It has oval-shaped walls, three gates, Ongseong, and Chiseong, and wells and ponds are preserved within the fortress.
If you climb up to Janggi-eupseong Fortress, you can see the entire village at a glance and even see the East Sea in the distance. Here, you can experience history and culture, walk along the castle road, and enjoy the natural scenery.
Address: 156 Eupnae-ri, Janggi-myeon, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Hours of use: No restrictions, open all year round
Igari Anchor Observatory
Igari Anchor Observatory is made in the shape of an anchor and stands on the sea, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful seascape at a glance. This place is especially famous for its cave photo zone. If you go down the stairs next to the entrance to the observatory, you can find a rock cave.
Address: San 67-3, Igari, Cheongha-myeon, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Opening hours: Daily 9:00 – 18:00 (June – August 20:00)
Marine Skywalk
It has an average height of 7 meters and a total length of 473 meters, and the floor is made of special glass, so you can feel as if you are walking on waves. There is a 1.2-meter seawater pool at the midpoint of the Marine Skywalk, which can be used as a swimming pool, and the end is connected to the coastal promenade.
Address: 518 Haean-ro, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Hours of use
Summer season (March – November): Weekdays: 10:00 – 20:00, Saturdays and Sundays: 10:00 – 21:00
Winter season (December – February): Weekdays: 10:00 – 17:00, Saturdays and Sundays: 10:00 – 18:00
Yeongildae Observatory
It is a sea pavilion built on the sea at the end of a bridge connected to the land, and you can enjoy beautiful coastal scenery and sea views. After sunset, the lights come on, creating a beautiful night view harmonized with the night sea.
Parking: Marine Sports Academy, 173 Haean-ro, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Hours of use: No restrictions, open all year round
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This is how we learned about places worth visiting in Pohang. There are many other places to visit in Pohang, so I’ve only listed the representative ones, but I think you will naturally experience more beautiful scenery if you visit in person.
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