Flying Suwon (플라잉 수원)

Flying Suwon is a unique moored helium ballon facility to view the entire Hwaseong Fortress from up to 150 m in the air. You can enjoy Hwaseong Fortress, which has new charms every season, right up against the sky. Create wonderful and special memories with your family, friends, or loved ones. The helium balloon can accommodate up to 30 people and is accompanied by a well-trained pilot to ensure passenger safety. In addition, its safety was proven by passing the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regulations, receiving a safety certification from the French Department of Public Health, etc. Boarding time is approximately 10 minutes, including ascending, viewing, and descending.

– Address : 255-4 Ji-dong, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

※ Presentation Information
– Capacity
30 people

– Information and Guides
+82-31-247-1300

– Operating Hours
Weekdays: 13:00–22:00
Weekends and public holidays: 11:00–22:00
※ Operating hours vary depending on the season and weather conditions, so confirmation is required on the day of the visit.

– Rental Fees
Adult: KRW 20,000

Middle and high school students: KRW 18,000

Elementary school students: KRW 17,000

25 months – Kindergarten: KRW 14,000

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Changnyongmun Gate (창룡문)

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– Homepage
www.swcf.or.kr

Changnyeongmun Gate, the eastern gate of Hwaseong Fortress, is similar in shape and size to Hwaseomun Gate to the east. Something to take note of is the nameplate carved into the wall left of the gate. While the names on the polished granite at the other three main gates have become obscure over time, the nameplate at Changnyeongmun Gate is still clearly visable.

⊙ Hwaseong Fortress Tourist Trolley (화성어차)

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– Homepage
www.swcf.or.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)

– Tel
+82-31-228-4686

With a design inspired by the royal vehicle used by King Gojong and palanquins of the Joseon dynasty, Hwaseong Fortress Tourist Trolley provides visitors with a comfortable tour around the main attractions of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress. It is divided into a sightseeing course that starts at Hwaseong Temporary Palace and visits the main gates, and a circular course that starts at Yeonmudae Post and visits the main military facilities. Reservations are required on the website. All seats are equipped with an earphone jack offering an audio guide of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress in English, Chinese and Japanese.

⊙ Yeonmudae (Dongjangdae) (연무대 (동장대))

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– Homepage
www.swcf.or.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)

– Tel
+82-31-228-4686

Yeonmudae located inside Suwon’s Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Situated on a relatively high hill between Changnyongmun (the east gate of the fortress) and Hwahongmun (a north floodgate), Yeonmudae is an excellent military observation post with sweeping views of the inside of the fortress. After the fortress was completed in 1796, Yeonmudae was used as a training ground for troops for over two centuries, where they learned fighting skills involving swords, spears and arrows.

At Yeonmudae, visitors can learn archery while wearing traditional military attire; the fortress also offers a wide array of performances for visitors to appreciate traditional Korean culture. Yeomudae is included in the Suwon City Tour course.

⊙ Suwon Jidong Mural Village (수원 지동벽화마을)

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– Homepage
https://www.suwon.go.kr

A friendly alley with Kuk Yeonsoo’s house
Jidong Mural Village is a neighborhood with many winding alleys where Kuk Yeonsoo lived. Murals with seven themes are painted on the 6km-long road, so just walking along the pictures is as fun as a treasure hunt. As you walk, you will see a familiar green gate next to Jidong Supermarket, which is the house of Kuk Yeonsoo in the drama. As rainbow murals often appeared on the opposite side in the drama, there are many fans who take proof shots here.

⊙ Hwacheong Galbi (화청갈비)

This restaurant offers galbi jeongsik, a set meal featuring Suwon wanggalbi at a reasonable price. Available only at lunchtime, the set includes grilled galbi, steamed rice, and a variety of side dishes, making for a satisfying and filling meal. Located near Hwaseong Fortress and the vibrant Haenggung-dong area (also known as Haengnidan Street), it’s an ideal spot to enjoy a meal after exploring Suwon’s famous sights.

⊙ Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion (방화수류정(동북각루))

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– Homepage
www.suwon.go.kr

– Tel
+82-31-228-4672

Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion, officially called Dongbukgangnu Pavilion, was built in 1794 during the construction of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress. It sits atop a hill east of Hwahongmun Gate and offers beautiful views of the surrounding scenery. For this reason, the pavilion received the nickname Banghwasuryujeong, meaning a pavilion where one can “find flowers and stroll among willow trees.” The pavilion was once damaged due to flooding and reconstructed in 1848, followed by continuous recovery and preservation efforts. In 2011, the pavilion was designated as Treasure No. 1709. Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion is evaluated as one of the most original architectures in Hwaseong for its unique composition and roof design that offer a different look depending on the viewer’s angle. Known to be the spot where King Jeongjo would stop by to rest on his way to Hwaseong Fortress, the pavilion offers a bird’s-eye-view of Yeonmudae Post to the east and Janganmun Gate to the west with Paldalsan Mountain in the background.

⊙ Suwon Hwaseong Museum (수원화성박물관)

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– Homepage
hsmuseum.suwon.go.kr

– Tel
+82-31-228-4242

Suwon Hwaseong Museum presents the history and culture of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, an important Korean cultural asset and UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. Visitors to the museum can learn about the formation of the fortress and the city of Suwon itself through detailed, systematically designed exhititions. The museum houses an extensive collection of items that showcase the construction and development of the fortress, as well as gatherings and events that took place within the fortress.

⊙ Hwahongmun Gate (화홍문(華虹門))

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– Homepage
www.suwon.go.kr

Hwahongmun Gate refers to the northern gate of Hwaseong Fortress among the two main gates installed to control the flow of Suwoncheon Stream that cuts through the fortress. Hwahongmun Gate consists of seven arched watergates in varying sizes. The watergate at the center is larger than the others to control the water flow effectively.

◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm – TV series “Lovely Runner”
Hwahongmun Gate is known for its beautiful nighttime view, with warm illuminations casting a glow over the gates and walkways. The bridge in front of Hwahongmun, where Sun-jae confessed his feelings to Sol, has become a popular photo spot for fans looking to capture a piece of the romance.

⊙ Suwon Hwaseong Museum Themed Exhibition Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion (수원화성박물관 테마전 방화수류정)

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– Homepage
smuseum.suwon.go.kr/a>

– Tel
+82-31-228-4209

Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion stands looking over the Hwahongmun Gate and Yongyeon Pond and is a place where the aspirations of King Jeongjo live on. Suwon Hwaseong Fortress has a total of four pavilions, and Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion is located on the northwestern side of the fortress. The fortresses were built to act as a watchtower for keeping an eye on outside invasion, with Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion being located at the most strategic point. Although it was built as a military watchtower, it was designed to also act as a pavilion, and Banghwasuryujeong Pavilion was recognized as a National Treasure in 2011 for outstanding techniques and aesthetics that represent the Joseon dynasty in the 18th century.

Flying Suwon (플라잉 수원)