- Geoje is home to two of the world's largest shipyards, operated by Hanwha Ocean and Samsung Heavy Industries.
- The city is connected to the mainland via the Busan-Geoje Fixed Link, which includes one of the world's deepest immersed-tube tunnels.
- During the Korean War, Geoje Island housed the largest prisoner-of-war camp in the country, which held over 170,000 prisoners.
- The island's climate is significantly milder than the Korean mainland, allowing for the cultivation of southern flora and tropical fruits.
About Geoje-si
Geoje-si is the second-largest island in South Korea, serving as a pivotal hub for the nation's shipbuilding industry. The landscape is defined by rugged coastal terrain, exemplified by the dramatic vistas at Windy Hill and the layered rock formations of Sinseondae Cliff. Visitors can explore the region's historical significance through sites like the Historic Park of Geoje POW Camp, which documents the Korean War era. The city's geography is further protected and highlighted by its integration into the Hallyeo Marine National Park Geoje, offering extensive maritime scenery.
Highlights of Geoje-si
The places our editors single out — and why they're worth your time.
Places of interest
Features a landmark windmill overlooking the East Sea and rocky coastal cliffs.
Museums
Preserves remnants and exhibits detailing the life of prisoners during the Korean War.
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Offers a panoramic observation point over unique, terraced rock formations meeting the ocean.
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Showcases cultural artifacts and local maritime history in a thematic setting.
Parks
Encompasses a vast protected marine area ideal for observing diverse coastal topography.
Top things to do in Geoje-si
The 75 highest-rated places in Geoje-si, ranked by travellers.
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Windy Hill is a grassy headland extending into the South Sea, characterized by its iconic wooden Dutch-style windmill. I...
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Oedo Botania is a marine botanical garden located on Oedo island, a part of the Hallyeohaesang National Park. The island...
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The Historic Park of Geoje POW Camp preserves the site of the largest prisoner-of-war camp during the Korean War, which...
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Geoje Maengjongjuk Theme Park features a vast forest of Maengjong bamboo, a species characterized by its thick stalks an...
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Sinseondae Cliff is a coastal rock formation in Geoje, South Korea, characterized by layered, multi-colored sedimentary...
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The Geoje Shipbuilding Marine Cultural Center is a specialized facility documenting the history and technical evolution...
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Chilcheonryang Seabattle Memorial Park commemorates the Battle of Chilcheonryang, the only naval defeat suffered by Admi...
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Jisimdo dock serves as the primary arrival and departure point for Jisimdo, an island situated off the coast of Geoje-si...
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The Yeocha-Hongpo Coastal Scenic Lookout offers a panoramic vantage point over the southern coastline of Geoje Island, s...
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Gujora District is a coastal section of Hallyeohaesang National Park located on the eastern side of Geoje Island. It cen...
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Dokbongsan Wellbeing Park is a multi-functional recreational space situated in the Sangdong-dong district of Geoje. The...
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Haegumgang Theme Museum in Geoje preserves Korean daily life and popular culture from the 1950s to the 1970s. The facili...
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Aju Public Stadium is a multi-purpose outdoor sports facility located in the residential and industrial hub of Aju-dong,...
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Yangjiam Sculpture Park is a coastal public park located in Neungpo-dong, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea, posit...
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Daegumsan is a 437.5-meter mountain located in Yeoncho-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea. It is nationally...
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Plan your visit to Geoje-si
Late spring (April-May) and autumn (September-October) offer pleasant temperatures for coastal trekking and outdoor sightseeing.
2-3 days to explore both the mountainous inland parks and the coastal scenic viewpoints.
A rental car is the most practical method to traverse the island, though a local bus network connects the primary urban centers.
Gohyeon-dong serves as the central hub with the most amenities, while Okpo-dong is preferred by expatriates and those seeking proximity to major shipyards.
Mid-range; accommodation and dining costs are generally lower than in Seoul or Busan, though transport requires planning.
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Aventuro lists 75 curated attractions in and around Geoje-si, ranked by traveller ratings.
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