Major Tourist Attractions
Recommended Shore Excursion Courses in Saemangeum

Explore recommended attractions for cruise visitors to Saemangeum.

  • One-Hour Highlights near Saemangeum
  • K-Content Theme Tour
  • Nature, Relaxation and Healing Tour
  • Shopping Theme Tour
Major Tourist Attractions around Saemangeum

Discover signature attractions across Saemangeum and Jeonbuk State.

    • Image Gogunsan Islands

      An archipelago of islands scattered across the blue waters of Korea’s west coast. Centered on Seonyudo Island, it offers beautiful island scenery, beaches and memorable walks across pedestrian bridges linking the islands.

      Location:
      Okdo-myeon, Gunsan
      Photo by Jeonbuk State
      From Saemangeum New Port
      4 km
    • Image Gunsan Modern History Museum

      A museum that presents Gunsan’s modern urban history at a glance. Together with nearby heritage buildings, it creates the feeling of stepping back in time.

      Location:
      Haemang-ro, Gunsan
      Photo by Jeonbuk State
      From Saemangeum New Port
      37 km
    • Image Chaeseokgang Cliffs

      A spectacular coastal cliff formation resembling stacked books. Visitors can admire the geology shaped by waves and wind up close, and the area is especially famous for its sunsets.

      Location:
      Gyeokpo-ri, Byeonsan-myeon, Buan
      Photo by Jeonbuk State
      From Saemangeum New Port
      24 km
    • Image Jeonju Hanok Village

      Jeonju’s signature destination, home to around 700 traditional hanok houses. Enjoy hanbok, traditional food and crafts while experiencing the charm of Korean heritage.

      Location:
      Wansan-gu, Jeonju
      Photo by Jeonbuk State
      From Saemangeum New Port
      67 km
    • Image Mireuksaji Temple Site

      A Baekje-era temple site and Korea’s largest ancient Buddhist heritage complex. Its expansive grounds and stone pagoda reveal the grandeur of Baekje culture.

      Location:
      Geumma-myeon, Iksan
      Photo by Jeonbuk State
      From Saemangeum New Port
      72 km
    • Image Byeokgolje Reservoir

      A landmark of Gimje with broad plains and an open horizon. The remains of a reservoir built during the Three Kingdoms period offer insight into Korea’s agricultural history and culture.

      Location:
      Buryang-myeon, Gimje
      Photo by Jeonbuk State
      From Saemangeum New Port
      45 km
    • Image Agape Garden

      A garden filled with a rich variety of flowers and trees, offering a different landscape each season. Its peaceful paths are ideal for a relaxing, restorative walk.

      Location:
      Hwangdeung-myeon, Iksan
      Photo by Jeonbuk State
      From Saemangeum New Port
      64 km
    • Image Awon Gotaek

      A 250-year-old house relocated and reborn as a space where traditional architecture meets contemporary design and art. It is also known as a BTS photo location.

      Location:
      Soyang-myeon, Wanju
      Photo by Jeonbuk State
      From Saemangeum New Port
      91 km
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