Ulsan
What you need to know before you go
The Ulsan Metropolitan City is among the largest metropolitan areas in South Korea and offers vibrant culture with many opportunities for education and adventure, from parks to museums and beyond. At Taehwang National Garden, you can walk through striking woodlands filled with bamboo groves. At Daewangam Park, you will experience fantastic natural rock formations. To take a proper walk back in history, check out the collection of 200 ancient rock carvings at the Petroglyphs of Bangudae Terrace. Spectacular silvergrass scenery awaits as you ascend the mountain peak at Sinbulsan. The Taehwa River is lined with scenic waterfront parks for a serene stroll in the city.
The Jangsaengpo Whale Museum is a child-friendly museum with artefacts and exhibits involving the history of the whaling industry. Ulsan Museum has local and natural history exhibits to learn about the regional culture. For a day of fun and adventure, Tongdo Fantasia amusement park provides a roller coaster, thrilling rides, games, food and even a water park for a whole day of excitement.
What to see & do in Ulsan
Featured stories & fun stuffThings to do in Ulsan are plentiful, and you'll discover a vibrant city teeming with museums, art galleries, shopping, dining, history and adventures for families, couples and individual travellers alike. This city is among the largest in the nation, so entertainment options abound. At the Ganjeolgot Cape, visitors capture photographs of iconic sunrises. The Taehwagang National Garden offers the opportunity to walk through bamboo groves and lush, verdant woodlands. The... Read more
9 Best Things to Do in Ulsan
Although it is known as an industrial city, Ulsan has just as many things to enjoy as other cities do. It is natural for a city that has grown with a sizeable population to need leisure and relaxation. Visit an...10 Best Natural Wonders in Ulsan
A city that holds a branch of the Taebaek Mountains and neighbours the blue East Sea, Ulsan has many special natural landscapes. Climb up to the highest peak of Yeongnam Alps to realise how beautiful a view of mountain after...10 Best Free Things to Do in Ulsan
In Ulsan, the third largest port city of Korea, there are many things to enjoy for free of charge, such as sea bathing and tanning in the East Sea, taking a cool photograph with a beautiful lighthouse in the backdrop...10 Best Family Things to Do in Ulsan
Ulsan provides many attractions and activities that cater to family tourists, especially those with children. With your kids who love running around wherever they are, you have limited choices for your family outings. Let your children who rarely have a...
Where & what to eat in Ulsan
Ulsan’s food and dining scene showcases a world of culinary delights that makes it a foodie’s dream, with local delicacies, elegant sit-down eateries and takeaway street food. Some delicious and popular local delicacies include sliced raw fish, snow crab, whale meat, bonggeye bulgogi made with native beef and raw flounder served in a cold sweet and sour broth. These delicacies can be had at many eateries across the city... Read more
8 Great Restaurants in Ulsan
Great restaurants in Ulsan are as exciting and dynamic as the city itself. There’s premium international fare, delicate and sophisticated Japanese cuisine, and traditional Korean dishes that have been staples in the local life for centuries. The city is most...10 Best Local Restaurants in Ulsan
Having proactively adapted to the rapidly changing society and culture, Ulsan has countless restaurants where people can taste not just Korean food but also international dishes. For this reason, Ulsan is a city that hasn't lost the appeal of traditional...
Where to shop & what to buy in Ulsan
10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Ulsan
The city centre and marketplaces in Ulsan, a city that has grown together with the history of industrialisation, is filled with things to see, eat and shop for. Streets that continue to maintain their status as the centre of the city even after many years are widely loved by both youngsters and those in their 30s and 40s to serve...
Where to go & what to do at night in Ulsan
10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Ulsan
The best things to do after dinner in Ulsan range from taking in dusk views from lighthouses to strolling vibrant walking streets. You can also browse night markets and hit some of the cosiest cafés in the South Korean industrial district. It’s a vibrant nightlife scene that will keep you and even your family entertained. Ulsan is known for having...
Useful information
Ulsan Travel Essentials
Our Ulsan Travel Essentials guide offers valuable information about all the essentials you need for a successful holiday to South Korea's industrial powerhouse. In this guide, you'll find information about the local climate, emergency phone numbers, electricity and outlet style, currency and more. We even give details on how to get to your hotel and travel around Ulsan after you...