What To Do In Yeosu - Korea’s Beautiful Southern Port City, Yeosu, South Korea

Yeosu is one of those cities in South Korea that have a very unique vibe that you can’t really get anywhere else. This southern port city is the perfect summer getaway destination because there is a lot to do there. From pretty nice beaches and a stunning cable car to historic sites and delicious seafood joints, Yeosu has something for everyone.

Most Koreans associate Yeosu with the historic Imjin war against Japan that lasted for 7 years. The war ends with national hero Yi Sun-Shin winning with only 13 Korean battleships over a fleet of 333 Japanese ships. During the time of the war, Admiral Yi’s headquarters were located in Yeosu.

While the admiral’s footsteps are very well worth following in Yeosu, there’s a lot more to this port city than meets the eye. In fact, dare I say it’s actually got quite a romantic charm.

Due to its beautiful location on the southern coast, Yeosu is boasting more and more luxurious resorts and pool villas, perfect for a “tropical” getaway and city-break.

At the same time, the natural scenery of the area is especially beautiful and allows for many hikes along the coast or into the plentiful mountains all around.

There are direct KTX trains from both Seoul Station and Yongsan Station to Yeosu’s Yeocheon Station. This ride takes approx. 3.5 hours and costs 46,600 KRW one way. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).