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삽교호함상공원

3.9 · 1,010 reviews
Nostalgic and educational military maritime experience.
삽교호함상공원, 197-3 Unjeong-ri, Sinpyeong-myeon, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea
Interesting facts
1

The park features the LST-671, a vessel that served in the Korean Navy for over 50 years before being converted into a museum.

2

The exhibition includes realistic wax figures depicting the daily operations and tasks of naval officers and crew members on board.

3

Visitors can walk through the original command bridge, engine rooms, and living quarters of the docked warships.

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The park is built on reclaimed land that connects the coastal areas of Dangjin, emphasizing the region's historical role in naval defense.

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The site houses decommissioned military aircraft, including an F-4 Phantom fighter jet and an H-19 helicopter, arranged in an outdoor display area.

Overview

Sapgyoho Battleship Park is a specialized theme park located in Dangjin, South Korea, centered around decommissioned naval vessels. The primary attraction is the retired Landing Ship Tank (LST) and a Chamsuri-class patrol craft that visitors can board and explore. The park features an indoor exhibition space detailing naval history and military life. It is situated along the Sapgyoho embankment, serving as a maritime education hub. The site integrates decommissioned military hardware with coastal scenery, providing a direct view of the Sapgyoho seawall and the surrounding harbor area.

Photo spot

The deck of the Landing Ship Tank looking out toward the Sapgyoho Bridge and the open sea.

Insider tips

Wear comfortable, flat-soled shoes as the warships have steep, narrow stairways and uneven metal floors.

Combine your visit with a walk along the adjacent Sapgyoho seawall to see the local fishing boats.

Bring a light jacket, as the coastal breeze on the deck can be significantly cooler than inland temperatures.

What to avoid

Avoid visiting during heavy rainfall, as the outdoor deck areas become slippery and portions of the vessel tours may be restricted.

Good to know

Closed on Mondays for maintenance; if a public holiday falls on a Monday, it will be closed the following day.

Etiquette

Avoid touching sensitive military instruments or displays; remain cautious on stairs due to the original steep naval design.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
1.5-2 hours
Best time to visit
Late afternoon on a weekday to avoid crowds and capture the sunset over the harbor.
Address
삽교호함상공원, 197-3 Unjeong-ri, Sinpyeong-myeon, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea
Website
36.890, 126.826
Get directions
Details
Key exhibitsDecommissioned LST-671 Landing Ship Tank and F-4 Phantom fighter jet
Shade & rest areasIndoor air-conditioned gallery and shaded lower-deck ship sections

Frequently asked

Plan for about 1.5-2 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Late afternoon on a weekday to avoid crowds and capture the sunset over the harbor..

The deck of the Landing Ship Tank looking out toward the Sapgyoho Bridge and the open sea.

Close by you'll find 삽교호 관광지, 천주교 솔뫼성지, 신정호국민관광지.

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