Jung-Gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Ulsan Hyanggyo is a public local educational institution from the Joseon Era (1392-1897). The structure includes Daeseongjeon (Confucian shrine), Myeongryundang (lecture hall), Dongmu and Seomu (east and west Shrines), Dongjae and Seojae (east and west dormitories), Cheongwonru (two story front gate) and an inner gate. Furthermore, an adjacent walled compound has a caretake'rs house and additional dormitory rooms.
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The Ulsan Hyanggyo is a public local educational institution from the Joseon Era (1392-1897). The structure includes Daeseongjeon (Confucian shrine), Myeongryundang (lecture hall), Dongmu and Seomu (east and west Shrines), Dongjae and Seojae (east and west dormitories), Cheongwonru (two story front gate) and an inner gate. Furthermore, an adjacent walled compound has a caretake'rs house and additional dormitory rooms.
Photo by Steve46814 (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)
The Ulsan Hyanggyo is a public local educational institution from the Joseon Era (1392-1897). The structure includes a Confucian shrine, sage shrines, gates, lecture hall, and dormitories. Cheongwonru is the front gate to the hyanggyo. The gate roof is hipped and gabled with double eaves above an open second level that was used as a study area by the Confucian scholars at the school.
Photo by Steve46814 (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)
The Ulsan Hyanggyo is a public local educational institution from the Joseon Era (1392-1897). Structures include a Confucian shrine, sage shrines, gates, lecture hall, and dormitories. The Confucian shrine hall, Daeseongjeon, is dedicated to Confucius (552-479 B.C.). Daeseongjeon has a gabled roof with a wing-like bracket style.
Photo by Steve46814 (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)
The Ulsan Hyanggyo is a public local educational institution from the Joseon Era (1392-1897). The structure includes a Confucian shrine, sage shrines, gates, lecture hall, and dormitories. Cheongwonru is the front gate to the hyanggyo. The gate roof is hipped and gabled with double eaves above an open second level that was used as a study area by the Confucian scholars at the school.
Photo by Steve46814 (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)

Popular places to visit

Walk to the very end of Ilsan via bridges and rocks.

Daewangam Park

Explore the great outdoors at Daewangam Park, a lovely green space in Ulsan. Wander the pebble beaches and forests while you're in the area.

Daewangam Park
Panorama of Bay of Cape Ganjeolgot with Cliffs, Lighthouse and Monuments. Easternmost Point of Peninsula in Ulsan, South Korea. Asia

ganjeolgot

Enjoy a stop at ganjeolgot, an entertaining place to visit in Ulsan. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

ganjeolgot
울산 문수축구경기장 항공 촬영 전경 Aerial View of Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium in South Korea

Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium

Catch an event at Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium during your trip to Ulsan. Wander the pebble beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium
Closeup of colorful surfboards placed on the Jinha beach in South Korea on a bright summer day

Jinha Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Jinha Beach during your trip to Ulsan? Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Jinha Beach
Ilsan Beach, Ulsan South Korea

Ilsan Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ilsan Beach during your trip to Ulsan?

Ilsan Beach
A fisherman was catching his time on the beach. And I watched him and took this calm picture.

Jujeon Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Jujeon Beach during your trip to Ulsan?

Jujeon Beach

Activities

Amethyst Cavern Park

Ulsan Full Day Private Car Tour from Busan with a Certified Guide

AU$651
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Ulsan Full Day Private Car Tour from Busan with a Certified Guide
Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan

Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan

AU$93
per adult
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Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan
Private Guided World Heritage Gyeongju Taxi Tour

Private World Heritage Gyeongju Taxi Tour

AU$157
per traveller
Private World Heritage Gyeongju Taxi Tour
Private Day tour Gyeongju Unesco culture area in Gyeongju city

Private Day tour Gyeongju Unesco culture area in Gyeongju city

AU$116
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Private Day tour Gyeongju Unesco culture area in Gyeongju city
Hidden Buddhist Temples Tour from Busan Private Day Trip

Hidden Buddhist Temples Tour from Busan Private Day Trip

AU$139
per adult
Hidden Buddhist Temples Tour from Busan Private Day Trip
Gyeongju Highlights & Private Tour with a Licensed guide

Gyeongju Highlights & Private Tour with a Licensed guide

AU$565
per traveller
Gyeongju Highlights & Private Tour with a Licensed guide
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Our pick of the best Jung-Gu Hotel Deals

Hotel Daoom

Hotel Daoom

3.5 out of 5
538, Beonyeong-ro Ulsan
The price is AU$64 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
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9 Mar - 10 Mar
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Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ulsan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ulsan Takgoo Gyosil and Dongchun ...
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Hotel Daoom
Hotel Riverside

Hotel Riverside

3.5 out of 5
20, Jeolmeumui-geori, Jung-gu Ulsan Ulsan
The price is AU$54 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
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8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ulsan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gangnam Sports Town and Star Bowlingjang ...
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Reviewed on 27 Mar 2025

Hotel Riverside
Lahan Select Gyeongju

Lahan Select Gyeongju

4.5 out of 5
338, Bomun-ro Gyeongju North Gyeongsang
The price is AU$159 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
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2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gyeongju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
Love this place

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Lahan Select Gyeongju
Ulsan City Hotel

Ulsan City Hotel

3 out of 5
246, Samsan-ro, Nam-gu Ulsan
The price is AU$56 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$56
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ulsan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Geunlo Bokji Hoegwannae Bowlingjang ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
good services

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Ulsan City Hotel
Commodore Hotel Gyeongju

Commodore Hotel Gyeongju

3.5 out of 5
422, Bomun-ro Gyeongju North Gyeongsang
The price is AU$111 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$111
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gyeongju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Get breakfast! Great location and exceptional service.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Commodore Hotel Gyeongju
LOTTE CITY HOTEL ULSAN

LOTTE CITY HOTEL ULSAN

4 out of 5
204, Samsan-ro Namg-gu Ulsan Ulsan
The price is AU$63 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$63
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ulsan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Seonggwang Bowling Center and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Convenient location

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

LOTTE CITY HOTEL ULSAN
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Other neighbourhoods around Jung-Gu

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Buk-gu

While visiting Buk-gu, you might make a stop by sights like Jujeon Beach and Gangdong Beach.

Buk-gu
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Samsan-dong

While you're in Samsan-dong, take in top sights like Geunlo Bokji Hoegwannae Bowlingjang and jump on the metro at Taehwagang Metro Station to see more of the city.

Samsan-dong
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Hyomun

While Hyomun may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Dongchun Gymnasium and Jangsaengpo Whale Museum.

Hyomun
Ulsan Whale Museum

Nam-Gu

4/5(1 area review)

Get to know Nam-Gu and its many features like its mountain views and riverfront. You might want to explore sights like Jangsaengpo Whale Museum and Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium, and you can jump on the metro at Gaeunpo Metro Station or Taehwagang Metro Station to get around the city.

Nam-Gu
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Gosa

Though Gosa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jangsaengpo Whale Museum and Ilsan Beach.

Gosa
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Gulhwa

Gulhwa is well liked for its entertainment venues. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ulsan area, you might plan a trip to Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium or Ulsan Grand Park.

Gulhwa

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