Gyeongnam, Busan & Ulsan Drive

Tongyeong Dongpirang & Hansando City Drive

Explore the 'Naples of the East' from mural village alleys to Admiral Yi's Hansando victory site.

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Course Overview

Tongyeong, called the "Naples of the East," is a beautiful port city. This drive connects Dongpirang Mural Village's colorful alleys, Ganggu-an coastal park, Tongyeong Central Market, and the Hansando ferry terminal.

Hansando is where Admiral Yi Sun-sin won the great victory using his crane wing formation. A 30-minute ferry ride reaches Hansando, making it easy to combine driving with an island trip.

Section Highlights

Section 1: Dongpirang Mural Village to Ganggu-an (approx. 4 km)

Walk Dongpirang's mural alleys and enjoy the port scenery at Ganggu-an Coastal Park.

Section 2: Ganggu-an to Central Market (approx. 4 km)

Sample honey bread, Chungmu gimbap, and seafood stew at the market.

Section 3: Central Market to Hansando Ferry Terminal (approx. 4 km)

Drive to the Hansando ferry terminal to prepare for departure.

Driving Tips

  • Dongpirang Mural Village is best explored on foot after parking (steep hills)
  • The original honey bread shop in Central Market is famous
  • Hansando ferry round trip about 12,000 KRW, 30 minutes one way
  • Chungmu gimbap takes its name from Tongyeong's old name "Chungmu"

Course Info

Distance

--km

Duration

30 min

Difficulty

Easy

Region

Gyeongnam Tongyeong

Best Season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May)🏖️ Summer (Jun–Aug)🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov)

Nearby Attractions3 attractions

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Dongpirang Mural VillageViewpoint

Colorful mural alley village with Tongyeong Port views

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Tongyeong Central MarketRestaurant

Center of Tongyeong food culture with honey bread and Chungmu gimbap

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Hansando Ferry TerminalViewpoint

Ferry departure point to Hansando, site of the great Hansandaecheop battle

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