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Jinju-si

Welcome to Jinju-si, a charming city in Gyeongsangnam-do, where history meets vibrant culture! Stroll along the lovely Namgang River, savoring delicious local dishes like Jinju bibimbap. Don’t miss the stunning Jinju Fortress and the annual Lantern Festival, lighting up the nights with magic. Perfect for explorers and foodies alike, Jinju is a delightful gem waiting to be discovered!

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Outdoor4.6/5

금호지생태공원

Nestled in Jinju, 금호지생태공원 offers serene walking trails alongside stunning lakeside views, making it a perfect escape for nature lovers and photographers alike. Don't miss the vibrant seasonal blooms that bring the park to life!

Landmark4.5/5

Jinjuseong Fortress

Jinjuseong Fortress, overlooking the Namgang River, is renowned for its stunning views and rich history, making it a must-visit site that commemorates the Imjin War and offers a glimpse into Korea's storied past.

Landmark4.5/5

Chokseongnu Pavilion

Outdoor5/5

Namgang River Walk

The Namgang River Walk offers stunning riverside views and vibrant cherry blossoms in spring, making it a perfect spot for leisurely strolls and a taste of Jinju’s natural beauty and cultural charm.

Cafe$$3.9/5

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf in Jinju offers a cozy ambiance with a diverse selection of premium coffees and teas, making it an iconic spot for locals and visitors seeking quality brews and a delightful atmosphere.

Cafe$$$4.2/5

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Stays

Stay$4/5

Golden Business Hotel

<h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> Golden Business Hotel in Jinju offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and city or river views. Each room includes a work desk, soundproofing, and free WiFi. <h2>Convenient Facilities</h2> Guests enjoy free WiFi, private check-in and check-out, a lift, 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, electric vehicle charging, and a business area. Additional amenities include bathrobes, tea and coffee makers, and free toiletries. <h2>Exceptional Service</h2> Highly rated for bathroom comfort, room cleanliness, and attentive staff, the hotel provides excellent service support in English, Japanese, and Korean. <h2>Prime Location</h2> Located 12 km from Sacheon Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Jinju City Hall and Jinju National Museum.

Stay$$3.7/5

New Raon Stay Hotel

<h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> New Raon Stay in Jinju offers 3-star comfort with air-conditioning, balconies, private bathrooms, and city views. Each room includes a refrigerator, TV, and free WiFi. <h2>Dining Experience</h2> The modern restaurant serves American, Korean, and local cuisines for lunch. Vegetarian options are available, ensuring diverse dining experiences. <h2>Facilities and Services</h2> Guests enjoy a terrace, heated pool, and free on-site parking. Additional amenities include a lift, 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, and free WiFi. <h2>Location and Access</h2> Sacheon Airport is 12 km away, providing convenient travel options.

Stay4.3/5

Brown Dot Hotel Jinju Chungmugong

Stay3.9/5

Jinju Dong Bang Hotel

Nestled in the heart of Jinju-si, the Jinju Dong Bang Hotel offers stunning views of the Namgang River and easy access to Jinju Fortress, making it a perfect blend of comfort and cultural exploration.

Stay3.9/5

Jinju Cozy

Stay3.8/5

Jinju Hotel Today

Nestled in Jinju, Gyeongsangnam-do, Jinju Hotel offers modern comforts and stunning views of the Namgang River, making it an ideal retreat for travelers seeking a blend of relaxation and local charm.

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Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival train & Bus tour from Busan

You will enjoy Korea's largest lantern festival with a professional guide for every corner. You will have many amazing photos with the wonderful night view in the background, with professional lighting prepared by your guide. Each group will be provided with one light so that you can take great photos while touring the festival. Since Jinju is accessible by train from Busan, you won’t have to worry about traffic congestion. Don't stress over the bathroom. When returning home, we plan to stop at Busan Seobu Sasang Terminal(Line2), Seomyeon Station(Line1 and Line2), and finally Busan Station(Line1) for your convenience.

$135.00

5/5

16 h

Suncheon one day tour from Seoul, Busan or Suncheon

*Explore all of Suncheon's major tourist attractions during the day. *You can take a leisurely tour of tourist attractions without being pressed for time. *You will have authentic local food for lunch.

$350.00

5/5

12 h

Jinju Lantern Festival Hadong and Sacheon Day Tour From Busan

Diverse Daily Routes: Discover different natural landscapes depending on your travel date—choose between the rolling green tea waves of Hadong Jeonggeum Tea Field or the scenic sea views from Sacheon Ocean Cable Car. Pickups: Haeundae Station Exit 5 (11:00) | Busan Station Exit 1 (11:40) Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun: Hadong & Jinju Tour 14:00 - 15:00: Hadong Jeonggeum Tea Field Exploration 15:30 - 16:30: Choi Champan-daek (K-Drama Filming Location) 17:40 - 18:40: Dinner at a Local Restaurant 19:00 - 21:00: Jinju Namgang Yudeung (Lantern) Festival Drop-offs: Busan Station (21:00-22:30) | Haeundae Station (23:00) Tue, Thu: Sacheon & Jinju Tour 14:00 - 15:00: Sacheon Ocean Cable Car & Gaksan Observatory 15:30 - 16:30: Cheongneol Park (Windmill Hill view) 17:40 - 18:40: Dinner at a Local Restaurant 19:00 - 21:00: Jinju Namgang Yudeung (Lantern) Festival Drop-offs: Busan Station (21:00-22:30) | Haeundae Station (23:00)

$13.80

4.7/5

120 h

5-Day Korea Golden route by K-shuttle Tour from Seoul Including Busan, Yeosu

See the standout sights of South Korea on an action-packed 5-day tour! With a guide, travel counterclockwise around the country from Seoul, stopping at must-see cities like Yeosu and Busan to visit monuments, plantations, markets, preserved folk villages and more. Hear tales of bygone dynasties at historical sites such as Gongsanseong Fortress, discover the countryside at Mt Seorak National Park and learn about the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympic Games. Four-star hotel accommodation is included.

$999.00

4.4/5

72 h

3-Day Korea Western course by K-shuttle Tour from Seoul to Busan

On this 3-day tour, you will explore some of the major cities in western Korea to see much of the country's culture and tradition. Departing from Seoul, you will visit a UNESCO World Heritage site in Gongju and other notable attractions such as the Hanok Village in Jeonju, a green tea plantation in Boseong, and Jinjuseong Fortress in Jinju. Your tour ends in Busan, the second largest city in Korea.

$749.00

4/5

Jinju Namgang Lantern Festival and Pink Muhly Tour from Busan

Pink Muhly Fields by Day, Thousands of Lanterns by Night! — What You'll Experience — • Hapcheon Sinsoyang Sports Park — A Sea of Pink Muhly Grass Spiral pathways wind through fields of cotton-candy pink muhly grass, creating one of Korea's dreamiest autumn landscapes. The perfect golden-hour photo stop before the evening's main event. • Jinju Namgang Lantern Festival — A 400 Year Old Tradition Lit Up What began as a wartime tactic, floating lanterns to block enemy crossings during the Imjin War, has become one of Korea's most beautiful autumn festivals. Thousands of glowing lanterns drift along the Namgang River as fireworks, cultural performances and parades fill the night with color. — Why Choose This Tour — ✔ Beyond Maple Leaves — pink muhly fields & floating lanterns, a different side of Korean autumn. ✔ 400-Year-Old Tradition — watch floating lanterns rooted in Imjin War history, lit up after dark ✔ 3 Busan Pickup Points — hassle free from Haeundae, Seomyeon & Busan Station

$59.33

192 h

[8-days] Conquering the Korean Peninsula & Jirisan National Park Hiking

● This tour aims to better understand and feel Korea by properly combining 'general tour' and 'hiking tour' ● This Tour was planned for tourist who has visited Korea for the first time or has come few times, but want to know more about Korea ● "As Korea's only inbound hiking travel agency" Our journey starts with Korea travel specialist and mountain expert who has full of knowledge about Korean History, Politics, Religions and Nature ● Tour start from Seoul, which is the capital of South-Korea and the most visited by foreign tourists, and we are heading to the southeast. Then, stop by the millennium city called Gyeongju city and move to Busan city which is the second largest and biggest port city of Korea with full of joy and variety sea food. and We will hike to Jirisan Mountain which is first and biggest National Park in Korea. and We will return to Seoul after visiting Jeonju city that has full of taste and tradition. ※ Tour Itinerary is subject to change by customers request

$3,380.00

8 h

Sancheong Healling and Wellness Tour

Sancheong Wellness Tour – A Journey of Calm, Culture, and Healing Jeongchiam Hermitage Perched on a dramatic cliff, this peaceful hermitage offers breathtaking mountain views and a perfect setting for quiet reflection and meditation. Namsa Yedam Village A 500-year-old traditional village known for its beautiful stone-wall paths, elegant hanok houses, and slow, calming atmosphere—ideal for mindful walking. Mureunggyo Bridge A stunning suspension bridge surrounded by forested valleys. Enjoy a relaxing nature walk and the refreshing energy of untouched landscapes. Donguibogam Village Experience Korea’s traditional healing culture: enjoy a warm herbal foot bath, and even dress in a Daejanggeum costume for memorable photos. Why wellness travelers love this tour? Calming nature, peaceful temples, healing traditions, and immersive cultural experiences—all in one perfect day. Thank you so much. Ready?

$750.00

8 h

Jinju·Sancheong K-Heritage and Korean Medicine Wellness Tour

This is a wellness day tour of Jinju and Sancheong in Gyeongsangnam-do, featuring Jinjuseong Fortress, Chokseoknu Pavilion, and the Namgang River. 1. A wellness tour of Jinju and Sancheong in Gyeongsangnam-do, featuring Jinjuseong Fortress, Chokseoknu Pavilion, and the Namgang River. 2. Explore the history and scenery of Jinjuseong Fortress, Chokseoknu Pavilion, and the Namgang River on foot with a professional guide. 3. Enjoy a local culinary experience with a lunch featuring Sancheong medicinal cuisine and traditional tea. 4. Choose between a traditional Korean medicine foot bath and either a herbal sachet-making experience or heat therapy. 5. Visit Namsa Yedamchon Village, a K-drama filming location, with time to take photos and explore the village.

$113.47

8 h

Discovering the Hometown, Success Stories of Korean Entrepreneurs

A one-day tour visiting the birthplaces of the founders of Samsung, LG, GS, and Hyosung in the Jinju and Haman areas of Gyeongsangnam-do. Explore the exhibition on the growth and development of Korea's major corporations at the Jinju K-Entrepreneurship Center. Visit Seungsan Village in Jisu-myeon, the birthplace of the founders of LG, GS, and Hyosung. Hear stories of challenge and success at the birthplaces of Lee Byungchul and Cho Hongje. Visit the Ancient Tombs in Marisan Mountain, Haman, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

$77.64

7 h

Jinju Old Town Walking Tour with Fortress, Market, River Cruise

A walking tour through Jinju's historic city center, where you can experience the city's history, markets, traditional tea, yudeung (lanterns), and Namgang River all in one day. Explore Jinjuseong Fortress, Chokseoknu Pavilion, and the Jinju National Museum with a professional guide. Enjoy local food at Jinju Jungang Market, which has continued since 1884. Take a relaxing tea time to taste traditional Korean tea and dasik (traditional Korean sweets). Enjoy a special view of Jinjuseong Fortress from the Kim Si-min-ho cruise boat on the Namgang River.