Yeosu for First-Time Visitors: Easy Transport, Must-See Spots, Map & Budget Tips
Yeosu Travel Guide 2025 — Scenic Coasts, Night Views & Easy Seafood
A clean, first-timer friendly guide to Yeosu: how to get there, where to stay, what to eat, the must-see spots, and a smooth 2-day plan. Map links included.
🚅 How to Get to Yeosu
| Mode | From Seoul | Typical Cost | Why choose it |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTX (to Yeosu-Expo Station) | ~3h–3h20m | ₩50,000–70,000 | Fast, comfortable; drops you by the waterfront/expo area |
| Express Bus | ~4h–5h | ₩25,000–40,000 | Budget option, many departures |
| From Busan | ~2.5h–3.5h by bus/train (via Suncheon) | Varies | Good add-on to a South Coast itinerary |
Getting around: city buses and taxis work, but a rental car saves time for Hyangiram and sunset spots.
🏨 Where to Stay in Yeosu
Expo / Waterfront Area
Close to the KTX station, aquarium, parks, and restaurants—great for first-timers.
- Best for: convenience & families
- Typical price: budget to mid
Dolsan / Night-View Zone
Near Dolsan Park and the bridge; famous for romantic night scenery and the cable car.
- Best for: couples & photographers
- Typical price: mid to high (sea views)
🍣 What to Eat in Yeosu
- Fresh Sashimi & Seafood — harborside markets & restaurants
- Grilled Seafood & Stew — mackerel, cuttlefish, octopus
- Gat-kimchi & Local Banchan — unique coastal flavors
- Pocha Street (Night Food Tents) — late-night snacks by the sea
Tip: Check the daily price for sashimi and seasonal fish. Go early on weekends.
📍 Top Attractions in Yeosu
Yeosu Maritime Cable Car
Iconic sea-crossing cable car linking the mainland and Dolsan. Sunset rides are popular.
Odongdo Island (Camellias)
Easy coastal walks, lighthouse views, and seasonal camellia blossoms.
Hyangiram Hermitage
Clifftop temple with sweeping sea views; sunrise and sunset are spectacular.
Dolsan Park & Bridge Night View
Classic Yeosu night scenery with colorful bridge lights and city panoramas.
Aqua Planet Yeosu
Large aquarium near the expo area—great for families and rainy days.
Yi Sun-sin Square
Central square honoring Admiral Yi; cafés, waterfront walks, and photo spots.
Jinnamgwan Hall
Historic wooden military hall; a peaceful stop near the old town area.
Yeosu Expo Ocean Park
Open seaside parklands and event spaces built around the 2012 Expo site.
🗓️ Polished 2-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Waterfront & City
- Arrive → Lunch by the waterfront (seafood)
- Odongdo Island walk & lighthouse
- Yi Sun-sin Square cafés
- Evening: Dolsan Park night view & Cable Car
Day 2 — Temples & Coast
- Morning: Hyangiram Hermitage
- Lunch with sea views
- Afternoon: Expo Ocean Park or Aquarium
- Dinner: Pocha Street (night food tents)
🗺️ Map & Directions
❓ FAQ
Where’s the best night view?
Dolsan Park and the bridge lights are classic. The maritime cable car at dusk is also popular.
Is English signage available?
Yes in most tourist zones. Save Korean names of places to show taxi drivers if needed.
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