Chungju Tangeumho Rainbow Road (충주 탄금호 무지개길)

6.5Km 2 2024-02-22

Ruam-ri, Jungangtap-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do,

Tangeumho Rainbow Road is a floating bridge constructed for the 2013 World Rowing Championships. Dazzling with colorful lights at night, it now serves as a path for walking and cycling. Each section offers a unique night view, music and photo spots. Visitors can enjoy diverse activities such as cultural performances and stamp tours.

Chungju Hwarokdonggul Cave (충주 활옥동굴)

7.5Km 0 2023-12-22

26, Mokbeoran-gil, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Developed in 1922 during the Japanese Forced Occupation, this is the only talc mine in Korea and is the largest in the East, with a recorded length of 57km, an unofficial length of 87km, and an underground vertical x_height of 711m. A 2.5km-long stretch of the cave has been developed into a tourist site, filled with light sculptures, performance venues, and health therapy zones. LED, neon, and a variety of natural lights create a mysterious atmosphere, and since the temperature stays between 11 and 15 degrees year-round, it's even more popular in summer. There is also a kayaking experience that allows visitors to see inside the cave by kayaking in a lake created by mineral water.
Note that the temperature inside the cave averages between 11 and 15 degrees Celsius, which is warm in the winter but cold in the summer, so you'll want to bring a long-sleeved jacket.

Chungju Wildflowers and Old House Excursion [Korea Quality] (충주야생화와 고택나들이[한국관광 품질인증])

11.3Km 5484 2024-07-01

2220, Jungwon-daero, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-10-5485-7744

The Wildflowers and Old House Excursion in Chungju, Chungcheongbuk-do, was the family house of the late Joseon period scholar Choi Eung-seong. The sarangchae and anchae both contain two guestrooms and are rented out as houses, while the gate house and the annex both have two rooms which can be booked separately. Renting the entire house is also possible, although there are no catering facilities. Sitting in the Old House’s pavilion is enough to recreate that old-time hanok atmosphere. Guests can play traditional games and have a go at gathering wildflowers, and making traditional foods like injeolmi and lotus leaf rice.

Mungang Sulfur Hot Springs (문강유황온천)

11.5Km 28275 2017-07-21

1061, Palbong-ro, Salmi-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-848-5115

Located in the middle of Woraksan Mountain, Joryeongsan Mountain, and Sujupalbong Mountain, Hot Sulfur Springs is considered one of the best hot sulfur springs in Korea.

Sulfur springs effectively assist in treating a range of health issues. Since it softens skin, it is helpful for treating cornification of the skin and chronic eczema. It enlarges micro vessels, aiding in the treatment of chronic rheumatism, high blood pressure, diabetes, woman’s diseases, arteriosclerosis, and athlete’s foot. Thanks to sulfur’s detoxifying effects, drinking sulfur spring water helps your body detoxify from heavy metals and drugs.

Mungang Hot Sulfur Spring Hotel and Itempool education Institute are located in the Mungang Hot Sulfur Spring zone. Suanbo Hot Spring is also a short distance away, meaning visitors can enjoy two different types of hot springs.

Songpungjae (송풍재)

13.1Km 4298 2024-02-22

65 Saetgangyeong-gil, Sancheok-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Songpungjae is a bean curd specialty restaurant located in Chungju. Housed in a hanok building, it offers an ambiance that reflects the beauty of Korea. Bean curd, made from soybeans, is the main ingredient here, with the unique feature of being cultivated directly on-site. Their signature dish is sondubu jeongol (handmade bean curd hot pot), while their jjageuri (pork stew), and ori cheolpan gui (stir-fried duck on hot iron plate) are also popular choices. It takes about 20 minutes by car from Tangeumdae Overlook of Chungju to reach the restaurant.

Ageobong Peak (악어봉)

13.5Km 0 2024-02-22

Sindang-ri, Salmi-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Ageobong Peak is situated within Woraksan National Park near Chungjuho Lake. It is so named because the mountain's foothills, as seen from the summit overlooking Chungjuho Lake, resemble a group of crocodiles entering the water—'ageo' translates to 'crocodile' in Korean. In 2023, a trail was opened for tourists, offering them the chance to enjoy the breathtaking landscape from an observatory at the peak.

Hanwha Resort Suanbo (한화리조트 수안보)

16.3Km 8108 2020-06-18

321-36, Suanbo-ro, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-846-8211

First condominium hotel in Korea, Hanwha Resort Suanbo started the trend of building condominium-style resort in Korea. Family-oriented resort offers visitors year-round hot springs, hiking and fishing. Enjoy a clean and cozy rooms with a modern touch.

Binaeseom Island (Binae Trail) (비내섬(비내길))

16.3Km 0 2023-12-22

44, Namhangangbyeon-gil, Angseong-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

With dirt roads instead of wooden decks and rustic wooden overhangs instead of lavish displays, Binaeseom Island’s Binae Trail is made of farm roads and trails that villagers use to access orchards and rivers. It is a place with a view of Namhangang River and Binaeseom Island’s fall, and its nearly flat slope makes it accessible for all members of the family. Binae Trail is divided into two courses. Course 1 takes you past the Migratory Bird Observation Park to the riverside trail, the area's highlight, before passing the old quay and arriving at the Angseong Hot Springs Square in a 7km-long, 2 hr. journey. Course 2 takes you over the Saebajisan Mountain Observatory to Binaeseom Island before re-tracing Course 1 from the old quay. After going down the riverside trail and the Migratory Bird Observation Park, the course takes you back to Angseong Hot Springs Square in a 17km-long, 4 hr. journey.
In <Crash Landing on You>, Binaeseom Island served as the filming location for the scene where the two leads and the supporting actors from the North Korean side have a picnic before the two leads escape from North Korea.

Suanbo Hot Springs Special Tourist Zone (수안보온천 관광특구)

16.5Km 11247 2024-03-25

12 Jujeongsan-ro, Suanbo-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-846-3605

Suanbo Hot Springs, in existence for nearly 30,000 years, feature weak alkaline water with a temperature of 53°C that originates from 250 meters below ground. The water is rich in substances beneficial to the human body. Visitors can enjoy the hot springs at hotels or resorts, as well as in public baths, outdoor baths, and family baths. Other attractions in the area include the Suanbo Insect Museum, a traditional market, and Multang Park.

Sangnok Hotel (수안보상록호텔)

16.6Km 8309 2019-10-08

22, Jujeongsan-ro, Suanbo-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-845-3500

The Sangnok Hotel is a first class (four-star) hotel located in Suanbo, an area known for its hotsprings and natural landscape. The hotel has 101 guestrooms, a seminar room, lecture hall, conference room, banquet hall, and grand halls for big gatherings.

The hotsprings of Suanbo boast an impressive 1000-year history and the water is known to be benefial for relieving fatigue and treating certain diseases.

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