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Gyeongsangnam-do travel guide · 5 areas

Gyeongsangnam-do trip — the southern sea and cherry blossoms

Cherry blossoms in Changwon, the harbour town of Tongyeong, the fortress of Jinju. Find your Gyeongsangnam-do across 5 areas.

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  1. 1Tongyeong・Geoje
  2. 2Changwon・Jinhae・Gimhae
  3. 3Jinju・Jirisan (Sancheong・Hamyang)
  4. 4Namhae・Hadong・Sacheon
  5. 5Yangsan・Miryang・Changnyeong

Gyeongsangnam-do sightseeing by area

Cherry-blossom towns, island-studded harbours, old fortresses and temples — where the southern sea meets history.

Changwon・Jinhae・GimhaeTongyeong・GeojeJinju・Jirisan (Sancheong・Hamyang)Namhae・Hadong・SacheonYangsan・Miryang・Changnyeong

Editors' picks for Gyeongsangnam-do right now

From seasonal events to long-loved classics.

Burim Market
Shopping

Burim Market

Burim Market is a representative landmark of Changwon City. This market is mostly known t…

Changwon・Jinhae・Gimhae
Hwangmaesan Mountain
Tour

Hwangmaesan Mountain

Located in Hapcheon, Gyeongnam Province, the 1,108-meter-high Hwangmaesan Mountain (황매…

Jinju・Jirisan (Sancheong・Hamyang)
Hallyeosudo Viewing Ropeway
Tour

Hallyeosudo Viewing Ropeway

Located on Mireuksan Mountain, one of Korea's top 100 mountains, Hallyeosudo Viewing Rope…

Tongyeong・Geoje
Tomb of King Suro
Tour

Tomb of King Suro

King Suro founded the Garak Kingdom in A.D. 42 and married Heo Hwang-ok, a princess from …

Changwon・Jinhae・Gimhae
Jinjuseong Fortress
Tour

Jinjuseong Fortress

Jinjuseong Fortress, which is historically linked to the Japanese invasion in 1592, was o…

Jinju・Jirisan (Sancheong・Hamyang)
Tongyeong Jungang Market
Shopping

Tongyeong Jungang Market

With almost 400 years of history, Tongyeong Jungang Market is a popular tourist spot in t…

Tongyeong・Geoje
Gimhae Lotte Water Park
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Gimhae Lotte Water Park

With 25 years of theme park know how, the Lotte Group has opened the largest water park i…

Changwon・Jinhae・Gimhae
Haeinsa Temple Janggyeongpanjeon Hall [UNESCO World Heritage]
Tour

Haeinsa Temple Janggyeongpanjeon Hall [UNESCO World Heritage]

Haeinsa Temple was built in 802 AD and is regarded as one of Korea’s three major Buddhist…

Jinju・Jirisan (Sancheong・Hamyang)
Geoje Shipyard of Samsung Heavy Industries
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Geoje Shipyard of Samsung Heavy Industries

Since its construction in 1977, the Geoje Shipyard of Samsung Heavy Industries has develo…

Tongyeong・Geoje
Gohyeon Bus Terminal

Gohyeon Bus Terminal

Tongyeong・Geoje

First time in Gyeongsangnam-do: 3 days

By rental car or bus — cherry blossoms and the southern sea.

  1. Changwon cherry blossoms and Jinju Fortress
    Day 1

    Changwon cherry blossoms and Jinju Fortress

    In spring, walk under the cherry trees at Gyeonghwa Station, then move on to Jinju in the afternoon to see Chokseongnu by the river.

    Changwon・Jinhae・GimhaeJinju・Jirisan (Sancheong・Hamyang)

  2. The Tongyeong sea and Boriam in Namhae
    Day 2

    The Tongyeong sea and Boriam in Namhae

    Ride the cable car in Tongyeong for a view over the sea, then cross to Namhae and visit Boriam, high above the water.

    Tongyeong・GeojeNamhae・Hadong・Sacheon

  3. Tongdosa and Masan Fish Market
    Day 3

    Tongdosa and Masan Fish Market

    Spend a quiet morning at Tongdosa in Yangsan, then enjoy seafood at Masan Fish Market in Changwon in the afternoon.

    Yangsan・Miryang・ChangnyeongChangwon・Jinhae・Gimhae

Gyeongsangnam-do sightseeing starts with harbour-town flavours

In the harbour town of Tongyeong, try the local chungmu gimbap. Fresh fish fills the stalls of Masan Fish Market in Changwon.

In spring, visit Changwon, known for the Jinhae cherry blossoms, and the cherry-lined roads of Namhae.

What to wear in Gyeongsangnam-do in November

A season of clear, crisp days — a light jacket comes in handy.

  1. 28°〜Short sleeves, breathable fabrics
  2. 23〜27°Short sleeves + a light layer
  3. 20〜22°Long-sleeve shirt, cardigan
  4. 17〜19°Light knit, sweatshirt
  5. 12〜16°Jacket and layers
  6. 9〜11°Trench, light coat
  7. 5〜8°Coat with warm base layers
  8. 〜4°Down jacket, scarf, gloves

The highlighted box is the guide for Gyeongsangnam-do right now (13°).

Gyeongsangnam-do trips by purpose

Eat, pamper, shop, stay.

Gyeongsangnam-do foodGyeongsangnam-do foodChungmu gimbap and seafoodGyeongsangnam-do shoppingGyeongsangnam-do shoppingHarbour fish marketsGyeongsangnam-do sightseeingGyeongsangnam-do sightseeingWorld Heritage temples and fortressesShows & ticketsShows & ticketsCherry blossoms and festivalsGyeongsangnam-do hotelsGyeongsangnam-do hotelsStay in a harbour town

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