Gyeonggi-do
Places to visit in Suwon-si
A fortress wall surrounds the old city center. Explore Suwon Hwaseong Fortress and Hwaseong Haenggung Palace, then continue your walk through Haenggung-dong's small shops and alleys.
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26 placesSuwon Hwaseong Fortress
A Joseon-era fortress with walls and several gates surrounding the city. Walk inside and outside the walls to see Suwon's old city center and its views.
View on mapHaenggung-dong Neighborhood
A neighborhood of old lanes, cafes, and small shops around Hwaseong Haenggung Palace. It is easy to combine a palace visit with a walk through the lanes.
View on mapGwanggyo Lake Park
This large lake park connects Woncheon Lake and Sindae Lake. Walk along the waterside paths and lawns.
View on mapSuwon Convention Center
This exhibition venue in Gwanggyo New Town hosts trade fairs, meetings, and other events.
View on mapSuwon Gwanggyo Museum
This public museum is run by Suwon City. Explore its permanent exhibitions and children's hands-on area.
View on mapSuwon Museum
This local museum presents Suwon's history and culture through its exhibitions.
View on mapGwanggyosan Mountain
A popular mountain north of Suwon, it has gentle forest paths and ridges close to the city.
View on mapGwanggyo Maru Trail
This walking trail in Gwanggyo is a quiet place to enjoy seasonal cherry blossoms and natural scenery.
View on mapSuwon Hwaseong Museum
This museum presents the history of Suwon Hwaseong and its construction.
View on mapSuwon Museum of Art
Run by Suwon City, this museum features visual art exhibitions.
View on mapNammun Market
At the traditional markets around Paldalmun Gate, browse ingredients, side dishes, household goods, and food.
View on mapNammun Craft Street
Studios and hands-on spaces cluster around Nammun, where you can see craftwork and try different activities.
View on mapHyowon Park
This urban park brings together plazas, walking paths, and a walkway lined with Jeju dol hareubang statues.
View on mapWolhwawon Garden
This garden in Hyowon Park is designed in the style of Guangdong Province, China. Stroll through its distinctive garden scenery.
View on mapNa Hye-seok Street
Food and entertainment venues cluster on this street in Ingye-dong, Paldal-gu. Stop for a meal and explore the surrounding area as you walk through the city.
View on mapFormer Gyeonggi Provincial Office Cherry Blossom Trail
This walking trail follows the front of the former Gyeonggi Provincial Office and is known for its spring cherry blossoms.
View on mapSuwon Messe
This exhibition venue near Suwon Station hosts trade fairs and corporate events.
View on mapManseok Park
Walk around the reservoir and explore the area around Suwon's Second Outdoor Concert Hall.
View on mapHaewoojae Museum
This exhibition hall traces changes in toilet culture and hygiene. Its toilet-shaped building also catches the eye.
View on mapStarfield Suwon
This shopping complex offers shopping and dining as well as cultural facilities, including a cinema and Starfield Library.
View on mapChilbosan Mountain
This low mountain in western Suwon has gentle hiking trails through the forest and views of the surrounding city from near the summit.
View on mapSeoho Park
Built around Suwon Chukmanje, this lakeside park offers a chance to walk by the water and see cherry blossoms in spring.
View on mapNational Agricultural Museum of Korea
This national museum explores agriculture and rural life through exhibitions, educational programs, and hands-on spaces.
View on mapSuwon World Cup Stadium
This football stadium is home to Suwon Samsung Bluewings. Its spacious grounds and large roof structure make a striking impression.
View on mapSamsung Innovation Museum
Explore the history of the electronics industry and the development of technology, with exhibitions on semiconductors, displays, and mobile devices.
View on mapYeongheung Arboretum
Located in Yeongtong-gu, Suwon, this arboretum offers paths past a variety of plants and gardens that change with the seasons.
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Scenes of the area
- A walk along Suwon's fortress walls.
- Lakes and a museum in Gwanggyo.
- Forest trails on Gwanggyosan Mountain.
- Streets inside and outside the Hwaseong Fortress walls.
- Gardens and dining streets in Ingye-dong.
- Flower-lined paths and exhibition spaces around Suwon Station.
- Parks and cultural spaces in northern Suwon.
- Lakes and foothills in western Suwon.
- A stadium and forest garden in southeastern Suwon.