Yeosu City

Yeosu City

Yeosu City is located in South Jeolla Province, South Korea. It is a beautiful port city situated right in the middle of South Korea’s southern coastline. As an ocean tourism and fisheries hub, it is surrounded by 365 large and small islands and pristine waters such as the renowned Yeoja Bay, Gamak Bay, and Jangsu Bay. It is known worldwide as an international hub for marine tourism, leisure, and sports.

Yeosu City is well known for its “Ten Scenic Spots of Yeosu,” namely the Jinhan Hall, Wutong Island, Sungha Hermitage, Dusan Bridge, Gwemo Island Lighthouse, Baekdo Island, Sa Island, Golden Azaleas on Mt. Yeongaksan, the Yeosu National Industrial Complex, and Yeoja Bay Beach. Each spot offers unique charm and characteristics, making them all well worth visiting. In this spectacular city, you can also enjoy themed travel based on your interests, such as island hopping, seaside exploration, hiking, strolling, or cycling — perfect for creating unforgettable memories with your loved one. Additionally, don’t miss Wanseongri Beach, Cliff Road, Geumo Island, Sa Island Dinosaur Footprints, Heungguksa Temple, Mt. Yeongaksan, the 2012 Yeosu World Expo Promotional Officer Monument, Shipyard Historic Park, and Yi Sun-sin Square.

After enjoying the scenic views, be sure not to miss out on the delicious food. The most famous local cuisine in Yeosu City is the “Ten Tastes of Yeosu,” which includes raw sliced beef tongue fish, crab paste set meals, Korean-style course meals, grilled oysters, grilled eel, striped beakfish, raw sea eel slices, sashimi, Tusandae pickled napa cabbage, steamed crab soup, and steamed crab. They are absolutely delightful and unforgettable.

Yeosu

Must-visit reason: International hub for marine tourism, leisure, and sports

Continent where the attraction is located: Asia

Country/Region where the attraction is located: Korea

Province/State where the attraction is located: South Jeolla Province

City where the attraction is located: Yeosu City