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Pohang Steel Art Festival (포항스틸아트페스티벌)

Pohang Steel Art Festival (포항스틸아트페스티벌)

2.5Km    1763     2024-09-30

Duho-dong, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-289-7853

The Pohang Steel Art Festival blends steel, art and cultural activities to present Pohang's history including the story of POSCO's success in the steel industry. The festival is the country's only steel festival, and encompasses the local culture and philosophy of the Pohang area, while aiming to create an urban landscape through art.

Yeongildae Beach (영일대해수욕장)

2.5Km    41687     2023-01-02

95, Haean-ro, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-270-2114

With an area of 406,613.4 m² and a length of 1,750 meters, Yeongildae Beach is the largest beach on Korea's eastern coast. Along with Songdo Beach, it is known as one of the most popular beaches in Pohang. It is a great place for families and friends during summer vacations. The beach has several lodging facilities and restaurants that offer fresh seafood and hoe (sliced raw fish) nearby.

Olive Young - Pohang Duho Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 포항두호점)

2.7Km    0     2024-06-27

24, Duho-ro, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Appletree Hotel

Appletree Hotel

2.8Km    17634     2021-04-09

7-5, Jungheung-ro 100beon-gil, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-241-1234

Apple Tree Hotel is a business hotel located in Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do. It's a five-story building with a total of 28 Double, Twin, and Ondol Rooms. Non-smoking rooms are available, and free breakfast is served from 7:00am to 9:00am. The hotel is a mere 5-minute walk from Pohang Bus Terminal and only a 10-minute ride from Pohang Airport. Nearby tourist attractions include Guryongpo and Homigot Sunrise Square. The most famous dish in Pohang is "Guryongpo Guamaegi,” which is half-dried mackerel pike or herring.

Hwanyeo Hoetjip (환여횟집)

Hwanyeo Hoetjip (환여횟집)

3.5Km    20106     2024-02-13

189-1 Haean-ro, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
054-251-8847

Hwanyeo Hoetjip is a sliced raw fish restaurant conveniently located near Yeongildae Observatory. Their standout dish is the mulhoe guksu, noodles bathed in a refreshing cold broth, adorned with red chili paste and sliced raw fish. For those opting for mulhoe (cold raw fish soup), the accompanying maeuntang (spicy fish stew) is also a popular choice, known for its spicy yet light broth. This establishment offers more than one reason to visit, with other delectable favorites such as hoe deopbap (raw fish bibimbap) and jeonbokjuk (abalone porridge) gracing their menu. 

Lotte Mart - Pohang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 포항점)

Lotte Mart - Pohang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 포항점)

3.6Km    0     2024-04-22

247, Jigok-ro, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Olive Young - Pohang Jigok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 포항지곡점)

3.6Km    0     2024-06-26

#108, #109, and #110, 257, Jigok-ro, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

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Hwanho Park (환호공원)

Hwanho Park (환호공원)

4.3Km    34333     2024-02-13

347 Hwanho-dong, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Hwanho Park stands as Pohang's largest park, situated just behind Yeongildae Beach. This expansive park seamlessly blends the beauty of nature with modern amenities. It offers a wide array of attractions, including a children's playground, the Pohang Museum of Steel Art, charming fountains, a dedicated library for children, and an outdoor stage for various events and performances. Notably, Hwanho Park provides visitors with the opportunity to enjoy breathtaking views of Pohang Steel and the vast expanse of the sea, as well as a unique space walk that evokes a sense of walking in space. Nearby, you'll find additional attractions like the Yeongildae Observatory and the Pohang Marine Park Character Theme Park.

Space Walk (스페이스워크)

4.3Km    0     2024-10-04

30 Hwanhogongwon-gil, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-270-5176

Space Walk is a unique track 333 meters high with 717 steps in total. The curved steel frame with bright lightings portray the symbol of Pohang "the city of steel and light." Visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the city and factories, as well as enjoy amazing sunsets and sunrises. 

Robo Life Museum (로보라이프 뮤지엄)

4.4Km    7915     2021-03-10

39, Jigok-ro, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
054-279-0427

The Robo Life Museum is a place where one can meet robots that are already part of our daily lives, knowingly and unknowingly. Visitors can learn about robots while dancing and drawing with them as well as touching and operating them. Through the museum, visitors can experience what the future will be like. It also is an ideal place for kids to satisfy their curiosity and have fun.