Gyeongju Arts Center (경주예술의전당)

Gyeongju Arts Center (경주예술의전당)

– Homepage
www.garts.kr

Gyeongju Arts Center opened its doors to the public on November 6, 2010. Major facilities include a grand performance hall, small performance hall, exhibition chamber, outdoor performance stage, conference room, seminar room, and a toy library where a wide range of educational and participatory programs are held.

– Address : 1 Alcheonbuk-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

※ Presentation Information
– Capacity
Grand performance hall: 1,055 seats
Small performance hall: 331 seats
Outdoor stage: 800 seats

– Information and Guides
+82-1588-4925

– Parking
Available

– Parking Fee
Free

– Day Off
N/A (Open all year round)

– Usage Fee
Varies by performance

– Operating Hours
09:00-22:00

– Scale
Site 27,925 ㎡ / Plaza 3,670 ㎡ / Buildings 21,232 ㎡ (B2-5F)

– Tour Duration
Varies by performance

– Collections Status
Performances, exhibitions, festivals

– Reservation for Foreigners
Official website and phone reservation available

– Foreign Language Intepretation Services
Performance etiquette information available in English

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Hwangseong Park (황성공원)

View detailed guide on Korea Trip Guide →

– Homepage
www.gyeongju.go.kr

Situated near the Gyeongju Municipal Library and Gyeongju Arena, Hwangseong Park is notable for its dense forest populated with stunning pine trees and centuries-old trees. During summer, it becomes a haven for blooming Lilyturfs, while in autumn, ancient trees such as zelkova and oak showcase vibrant colors, enhancing the natural beauty of the area. Within the park, visitors can find the Statue of General Kim Yusin, a Korean archery range, and a Ssireum (Korean traditional wrestling) ring. Nearby attractions include Gyeongjueupseong Walled Town, Cheonmachong Tomb, Daereungwon Ancient Tombs, and Hwangnidan Street.

⊙ Myeongdong Kalguksu (명동칼국수)

Myeongdong Kalguksu is a noodle restaurant specializing in kalguksu (noodle soup), located near Gyeongju Hwangseong Park. It offers kalguksu, haemul kalguksu (noodle soup with seafood), mandu jeongol (mandu hot pot), and more, prepared with chewy noodles and rich anchovy broth. After your meal, you can explore nearby attractions such as Gyeongju Civic Stadium, Arts Center, and Bitnuri Garden, as this area is rich in the cultural and historical heritage of the Silla dynasty.

⊙ Olive Young – Gyeongju Yonggang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 경주용강점)

– Homepage
www.oliveyoung.co.kr

⊙ Homeplus Mega Food Market – Gyeongju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 메가푸드마켓 경주점)

– Homepage
homeplus.co.kr

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⊙ Gyeongju Jungang Market (경주 중앙시장)

– Homepage
www.gjcentermarket.com

– Tel
+82-54-743-3696

Opened in 1983, Gyeongju Jungang Market is the main marketplace for Gyeongju locals. Nearly 700 stores selling clothing, oils, rice cakes, vegetables, general goods, and meat operate with some 2,000 vendors. The market is open nearly every day, with the busiest days being those ending in a 2 or 7. The night market, open from Thursday to Sunday, is especially popular among both tourists and locals.