Surawon (수라원)

– Homepage
https://blog.naver.com/tnfkdnjs6250

– Tel
0507-1435-6250

Surawon is a hanu (Korean beef) and bulgogi restaurant located at the estuary where the Geumgang River meets the Yellow Sea, allowing visitors to have a great view of the sea, the river, tidal flats, and the city of Gunsan beyond the river. The menu includes seoksoe bulgogi (grilled bulgogi), dwaeji galbi jjim (braised pork galbi), so galbi jjim (braised beef galbi), and hanu gui (grilled Korean beef). The nearby Geumgang Estuary Embankment is famous for the view of thousands of migratory birds dancing above the water, while the city of Gunsan across the Dongbaekdaegyo Bridge is known for its modern architecture and historical sites.

– Address : 641-9, Jangsan-ro, Janghang-eup, Seocheon-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

※ Presentation Information
– Main Dish
Surawon jeongsik (Surawon set menu), seoksoe bulgogi (grilled bulgogi), Dwaeji galbi jjim (Braised pork galbi), So galbi jjim (Braised beef galbi)

– Information and Guides
+82-41-956-6250

– Menu
Yukhoe (Beef tartare), Kkotdeungsim (Ribeye), Samgyeopsal (Grilled pork belly)

– Opening Hours
11:00-21:00 (Break 14:30-16:30)

– Parking
Available

– Day Off
Mondays (if Monday is a holiday, the following day), Seollal (Lunar New Year’s Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day) holidays

– Restrooms
Available

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Jinpo Maritime Theme Park (진포해양테마공원)

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– Homepage
www.gunsan.go.kr/tour (Korean only)

– Tel
+82-63-454-7873

The Jinpo Maritime Theme Park opened in 2008 to commemorate Jinpodaecheop, the sweeping victory of Jinpo in the naval combat against the Japanese forces led by General Choi Mu-seon in 1380. Constructed with a scenic backdrop of the local port and the vast sea, the park houses 16 retired military crafts of 13 models. On display at the park are vintage tanks, historical artillery, combat planes, and warships including the Wibongham Ship, a vessel that was used in combat during the Vietnam War. Visitors can also explore the interior of decommissioned warships. The exhibition hall inside the Wibongham Ship showcases weapons used during the Jinpodaecheop War, artillery made by General Choi Mu-seon, and the typical life inside the warship.

⊙ Gunsan Port (군산항)

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Gunsan Port, established in 1899, is the port of Gunsan. During the Japanese colonial period, Gunsan prospered as a trading port. Modern buildings from that era still remain around Gunsan Port, creating a nostalgic atmosphere often referred to as a “time-travel village.” Nearby attractions include the Gunsan Modern History Museum and the Sinheung-dong Japanese-style House Street.

⊙ Gunsan Modern History Museum (군산근대역사박물관)

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– Homepage
museum.gunsan.go.kr

The Gunsan Modern History Museum covers the history of Gunsan’s transformative role as an international trading port. The museum exhibits past images of Gunsan, showing the city’s rise and importance as a West Sea maritime distribution port.

⊙ Gunsan Modern History Street (군산 근대화 거리)

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Gunsan was historically an important trading port. Because of that, it often served as the landing point of new culture in Korea. One such example is the modern culture during the Japanese colonial period, which traces of that time can still be found today. At Gunsan Modern History Street, you will find Gunsan Modern History Museum, Old Gunsan Customs Office, Gunsan Modern Art Museum, Gunsan Modern Architecture Hall, and the former Joseon Bank building standing in a row. If you want to see Gunsan’s past and present, a visit to the museum is recommended. The area between Leesungdang and this area is the old city center of Gunsan, home to shops and cafes that build upon Gunsan’s uniquely retro aesthetics.

⊙ Binhaewon (빈해원)

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Binhaewon is a Chinese restaurant located in the Jjambbong Street in Gunsan. Established in 1952 by ethnic Chinese settlers who arrived in Gunsan after the Korean War, it stands as the oldest Chinese restaurant in the area. Preserving the life, culture, and architectural style of the ethnic Chinese community, it was designated as a cultural heritage site in 2018. The signature dish is jjamppong (spicy seafood noodle soup), a spicy seafood noodle soup known for its hearty broth and chewy noodles.

⊙ H MOTEL [Korea Quality] / H(에이치)모텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

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– Tel
+82-63-442-8941

H Motel stands on Modern Culture Street in Gunsan, Jeollabuk-do. Local attractions within walking distance include the Modern Art and History Museums, the Japanese-style houses in Sinheung-dong, and Jinpo Maritime Theme Park. Guests can choose either ondol rooms or bedrooms, with facilities such as mini-fridge, air purifier, internet, and a hair dryer all provided. Bedguards for small children can be hired. Baked eggs, toast, jam, and cookies are provided free of charge for breakfast, and there is a free snack bar equipped with a noodle cooker, coffee machine, and toaster. There is a public PC and a multifunction printer in the lobby.

⊙ Gunsan Daejeon Hoetjib (군산대전횟집)

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Gunsan Daejeon Hoetjib is a popular local recommendation known for its fresh sliced raw fish and upscale side dishes. Located just a 10-minute drive from Gunsan Port, customers can enjoy their meal while admiring the view of Dongbaekdaegyo Bridge and the inner harbor of Gunsan. The signature menu item is the modeum hoe (assorted sliced raw fish) featuring a variety of fish such as flatfish, rockfish, sea bass, and sea bream, along with steamed lobster.

⊙ Deoksugung Haemul Kalguksu (덕수궁해물칼국수)

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– Tel
041-956-7066

Located near the Geumgang Estuary Embankment, Deoksugung Haemul Kalguksu serves haemul kalguksku (noodle soup with seafood) full of clams and vegetables. Kalguksu (noodle soup) is made by rolling out a thin flour dough, slicing it into thin strips, and then boiling them in a soup. There’s a variety of kalguksu (noodle soup) dishes on offer, along with wangmandu (jumbo mandu). The broth is clean, thanks to shrimp and fresh vegetables. Don’t miss yeolmu kimchi (young summer radish kimchi), which is served as a side dish in the restaurant and goes perfectly with kalguksu (noodle soup).

Surawon (수라원)