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2026-12-14
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Cheongju is a key city in central Korea, known for its thriving bio and advanced industries centered around Osong and Ochang, as well as its rich natural environment.
We invite you to experience not only exciting squash matches, but also the unique charm and diverse culture of Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do, where cutting-edge industry and culture coexist.
A mountain fortress that traces the skyline above central Cheongju, with views across the city and the Geum River.
Popular for sunset walks and a layered walk through Cheongju's old city walls.
Central-region Korea's principal museum, introducing the region's history, metalwork, and Korean cultural heritage.
The exhibited Baekje-era gilt-bronze artefacts in particular underline the artistic lineage of our host region.
Cheongju's flagship traditional market — a sensory, working market packed with produce, local snacks, and household goods.
A great place to try regional specialties such as Yukgeori tteokgalbi and fried snacks.
A hillside village transformed into a colourful neighbourhood of murals, cafés, and scenic viewpoints. The observatory offers panoramic views over downtown Cheongju.
Suamgol has also been featured in several Korean dramas and is one of the city’s most popular spots for photography.
A former tobacco manufacturing complex reimagined as a cultural centre: cafes, design shops, exhibitions and the Korean Craft Museum on the upper floors.
The fifth-floor open library and the performing hall host regular cultural programmes.
A companion of the Culture Factory: an old tobacco-leaf storage building reborn as a cafe and cultural space, retaining the brick warehouse frame and chimney.
A natural counterpart to the Culture Factory for combined visits.
Cheongnamdae is the former presidential villa nestled in the forests south of the city — a tranquil retreat with landscaped grounds reflecting the natural beauty of the Chungcheong region. Chungbuk Provincial Government Office Gram Book Garden pairs outdoor reading nooks with curated Korean literature — a quiet half-hour pause in the heart of the civic quarter.
APPROX. 20 MIN FROM ENFORD BY CAR · FREE ADMISSION
Jeongbuk-dong Earthen Fortress is a historic earthen fortification in Cheongju, known for its broad open fields, low earthworks, and peaceful rural scenery. The site offers a glimpse into the region’s ancient defensive history while also providing a quiet place to walk and enjoy the landscape. Its wide horizon and seasonal views make it especially popular for photography and sunset visits.
APPROX. 20–25 MIN FROM CENTRAL CHEONGJU BY CAR · FREE ADMISSION
Midongsan Arboretum is a peaceful forest retreat in Cheongju, featuring a wide variety of native plants, themed gardens, and scenic walking trails. Surrounded by lush woodland and gentle mountain scenery, it is an ideal place to enjoy fresh air, seasonal landscapes, and a slower side of the city away from the urban centre.
APPROX. 30–40 MIN FROM CENTRAL CHEONGJU BY CAR · FREE ADMISSION
A convenient way to cover the city's spread of cultural and natural sites in a single outing is the Cheongju City Tour.
Application is available through the LOC desk at the stadium, and on the Korea Tourism Organization website — bookings can be made on the day.
