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Skyline Luge (Photo courtesy of Korea Tourism Organization)

Skyline Luge (Photo courtesy of Korea Tourism Organization) ()

1. Tongyeong Cable Car

Hop on the Tongyeong Cable Car at the foot of Mt. Mireuksan for a quick nine-minute ride to the top for a panoramic view of the Hallyeo Haesang National Marine Park. In addition, the peak has a skywalk, observatory and photo zones for some great pics. If you have tickets of Dpirang, Skyline Luge, and Adventure Tower, a discount is available.

Address: 205 Balgae-ro, Tongyeong-si

Hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (May vary depending on the weather)

Tickets: Adults 17,000 won / Children 13,000 won (Round trip)

2. Skyline Luge

Enjoy a thrilling adventure in a luge cart! visitors can explore four different courses covering 3.8 kms (2.3 miles). Due to its convenient location below Mt. Mireuksan, the luge is often considered as one destination along with the Tongyeong Cable Car.

Take the Skyride, a lift which will shuttle you to the luge departure point. Only individuals taller than 110 centimeters can ride the cart alone, and children between 85-110 centimeters can ride with a guardian who is over 150 centimeters tall.

Address: 178 Balgae-ro, Tongyeong-si, Naver Map

Hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Tickets: 33,000 won for 4 trips / 36,000 won for 5 trips (Discount is available through Naver or with a cable car ticket)

3. Adventure Tower

This 15-meter-tall tower offers adventure sports experiences, including climbing and obstacle courses. There are a total of 96 courses divided into beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels which guarantee fun times for visitors. Suit up with safety equipment and explore the tower, shaking bridge and jumps. Do note that the facility has weight restrictions and does not allow visitors below 25 kilos and above 100 kilos on the attractions.

Address: 172-12 Balgae-ro, Tongyeong-si, Naver Map Hours: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Closed second and fourth Monday) Tickets: Adults 19,000 won / Teens 17,000 won / Children 12,000 won

4. Tongyeong Ferry Tour (daytime)

The ferry tour allows you to explore the battlefields of the Imjin War, Jeseungdang Shrine and Hansando Island. Also, you can choose a tour course for Jangsado Island Maritime Park, renowned for camellia flowers that blossom between January and February. All prices are for round trips. Booking through Naver offers a discount and don’t forget to bring your ID card!

Address: 2nd floor, 269-38 Donam-ro, Tongyeong-si, Naver Map

Hansando Island: The ferry leaves every hour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m (2-hour trip)

Jangsado Island: 10 a.m. / 1 p.m. (3.5-hour trip)

Tickets: Adults 14,000-21,000 won / Children 8,000-14,000 won

Phone: 1688-9301

5. Chungmugong Ferry Tour (nighttime)

Don’t miss the chance to discover why Tongyeong is called the “Naples of Korea.” The artistic beauty of Tongyeong Bridge and the rainbow-colored coastal night views never fail to impress visitors during the night ferry tour. On the weekends, visitors can enjoy fireworks on the cruise as well.

Passengers must arrive 20 minutes in advance with their ID card.

Address: The same place as Tongyeong Ferry Tour, but the ticket booth is located on the 1st floor.

Hours: 5:20 p.m. (Mon-Sat), 7 p.m. (Fri-Sun)

Duration: 1 hour

Tickets: 25,500 - 30,000 won (Booking through Naver offers 10-20 percent discount)

Phone: 1688-3883

Website (Only Korean)

(Note: Schedules may vary based on weather, so it is recommended to check the website before visiting)

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