Amusement parks #8 in Wonju

Culture Center of Pig

3.9 · 629 reviews
Rustic, educational, and family-oriented
South Korea, Gangwon-do, Wonju-si, Jijeong-myeon, Songjeong-ro, 130 KR 돼지문화원 Culture Center of Pig
Interesting facts
1

The facility functions as a working livestock education center rather than just a traditional amusement park.

2

It is one of the few places in South Korea where the entire process from pig farming to food production can be observed in one location.

3

The center offers workshops specifically focused on professional-grade sausage making.

4

It serves as a live exhibition space for the cultural history of the pig in Korean folklore and daily life.

Overview

The Culture Center of Pig in Wonju is an educational theme park and agricultural tourism complex dedicated to pig farming and pork-related culture. It features interactive exhibits on pig biology, history, and the evolution of livestock farming in Korea. Visitors can participate in hands-on programs such as making handmade sausages or pig-shaped cookies. The center includes a small petting zoo area where guests can interact with piglets and other farm animals. A specialized onsite restaurant serves locally-sourced pork dishes directly from the farm-to-table supply chain. The site is designed to function as an educational space for children to learn about agriculture and animal welfare. The facility integrates a café, outdoor recreational spaces, and indoor craft workshops. It is located in a rural setting within the Jijeong-myeon district of Wonju.

Photo spot

The central outdoor courtyard, which often features pig-themed statues and farm-style installations.

Insider tips

Participate in the hands-on sausage-making workshop to get the most out of the educational experience.

Plan your visit around meal times to sample the onsite restaurant's specialized pork dishes.

Bring comfortable walking shoes as the site features both indoor workshop areas and outdoor farm grounds.

What to avoid

Do not treat the livestock area as a standard petting zoo without following staff instructions regarding animal safety and hygiene.

Good to know

Generally closed on Mondays for facility maintenance.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
2-3 hours
Best time to visit
Spring and Autumn are best for enjoying the outdoor sections and walking around the farm area comfortably.
Address
South Korea, Gangwon-do, Wonju-si, Jijeong-myeon, Songjeong-ro, 130 KR 돼지문화원 Culture Center of Pig
37.390, 127.867
Get directions
Details
Key ActivitiesSausage making workshops, pig-shaped cookie baking, and farm animal observation
Dining HighlightFarm-to-table pork specialty restaurant

Frequently asked

Plan for about 2-3 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Spring and Autumn are best for enjoying the outdoor sections and walking around the farm area comfortably..

The central outdoor courtyard, which often features pig-themed statues and farm-style installations.

Close by you'll find Ganhyeon Tourist Area (Sogeumsan Grand Valley), 소금산 출렁다리, Museum SAN.