Gongju Travel Guide

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The temple on Gyeryongsan National Park #trovember #southkorea #solo #solotravel #nature #specialforces #naturephotography #canon70d #outdoors #hiking #heritage
The temple on Gyeryongsan National Park #trovember #southkorea #solo #solotravel #nature #specialforces #naturephotography #canon70d #outdoors #hiking #heritage
This is a beautiful Buddhist temple and active monastery for Buddhist nuns situated in Korea's beautiful national park Gyeryongsan National Park. If you find yourself near Daejeon, South Korea, this park is a must and an easy bus ride away from the city!
Beautiful Buddhist temple in the mountains that also serves as a monastery for Buddhist nuns. It was a great place for meditation outside of the city! Highly worth the trip, great hiking on the surrounding mountains!!! #patterns
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Where to stay in Gongju

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Banjuk-dong

The mountain views and parks are just a few features travellers like about Banjuk-dong. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Gongsanseong Fortress and Gongju National Museum are a few top places to visit.

Banjuk-dong
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Pulchang-gol

Pulchang-gol might not have many top sights, but Daejeon World Cup Stadium and Donghaksa are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pulchang-gol
Mitasuya Ryokan Hotel by Anook Gongju

Mitasuya Ryokan Hotel by Anook Gongju

2 out of 5
97 Imgeumbong-gil, Banpo-myeon Gongju South Chungcheong
The price is ₹4,485 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
₹4,485
₹4,934 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gongju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Donghaksa and Gyeryongsan National Park are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (6 reviews)
직원분들 친절합니다. 신상호텔이어서 그런지 깨끗하고 침구류 너무 폭닥폭닥 좋았어요. 만족하고 추천합니다

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Mitasuya Ryokan Hotel by Anook Gongju
Number 25 Gongju Shingwan

Number 25 Gongju Shingwan

3 out of 5
6-33, Jeonmak 1-gil Gongju South Chungcheong
The price is ₹3,293 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹3,293
₹3,622 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gongju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Gongsanseong Fortress and Gongju National Museum are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (128 reviews)
스타일러 있는 호텔 처음봐요.. 시설도 위치도 최고였습니다 저녁에는 길건너 공산성의 야간 뷰가 한눈에 보여요

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

Number 25 Gongju Shingwan
Hotel INK

Hotel INK

3 out of 5
10-10, Jeonmak 2-gil Gongju South Chungcheong
The price is ₹4,962 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
₹4,962
₹5,502 total
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gongju. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gongsanseong Fortress and Gongju National Museum ...
7.8/10 Good! (243 reviews)
Clean room with helpful staff. Breakfast is mainly Lorean style

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

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Jangseung Park Pension

Jangseung Park Pension

2.5 out of 5
1231, Yugumagoksa-ro, Sagok-myeon Gongju South Chungcheong
Stay at this condo in Gongju. Enjoy free parking, satellite TV channels and climate control. Popular attraction Magoksa is located nearby.
Jangseung Park Pension
Jangseung Park Caravan

Jangseung Park Caravan

2 out of 5
1231, Yugumagoksa-ro, Sagok-myeon Gongju South Chungcheong
Stay at this campsite in Gongju. Enjoy free parking, a garden and satellite TV channels. Popular attraction Magoksa is located nearby.
Jangseung Park Caravan
Good Morning Residence Hotel HUE

Good Morning Residence Hotel HUE

3 out of 5
21, Dunsan-ro 73beon-gil, Seo-gu Daejeon Daejeon
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Daejeon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Daejeon Culture and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (709 reviews)
Staff was kind

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Good Morning Residence Hotel HUE
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Popular places to visit

This is a beautiful Buddhist temple and active monastery for Buddhist nuns situated in Korea's beautiful national park Gyeryongsan National Park. If you find yourself near Daejeon, South Korea, this park is a must and an easy bus ride away from the city!

Donghaksa

You can find out about the history of Gongju when you stop by Donghaksa. Discover the area's festivals and spas.

Donghaksa
Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress's main gate, Geumseoru Gate.

Chungcheongnamdo Yeoksa Munhwa Yeonguwon

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Chungcheongnamdo Yeoksa Munhwa Yeonguwon during your travels in Gongju. Discover the area's festivals and temples.

Chungcheongnamdo Yeoksa Munhwa Yeonguwon

Gyeryongsan National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Gyeryongsan National Park, a lovely green space in Gongju. Discover the area's hot springs and spas.

Gyeryongsan National Park

Gongsanseong Fortress

Learn about the local history of Gongju with a stop at Gongsanseong Fortress. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its temples.

Gongsanseong Fortress

Gongju National Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Gongju National Museum in Gongju. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its festivals.

Gongju National Museum

King Muryeong's Tomb

You can learn about the history of Gongju with a stop at King Muryeong's Tomb. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the temples while you're in the area.

King Muryeong's Tomb