Jung-Gu

Ulsan

The Ulsan Hyanggyo is a public local educational institution from the Joseon Era (1392-1897). The structure includes Daeseongjeon (Confucian shrine), Myeongryundang (lecture hall), Dongmu and Seomu (east and west Shrines), Dongjae and Seojae (east and west dormitories), Cheongwonru (two story front gate) and an inner gate. Furthermore, an adjacent walled compound has a caretake'rs house and additional dormitory rooms.
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The Ulsan Hyanggyo is a public local educational institution from the Joseon Era (1392-1897). The structure includes Daeseongjeon (Confucian shrine), Myeongryundang (lecture hall), Dongmu and Seomu (east and west Shrines), Dongjae and Seojae (east and west dormitories), Cheongwonru (two story front gate) and an inner gate. Furthermore, an adjacent walled compound has a caretake'rs house and additional dormitory rooms.
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The Ulsan Hyanggyo is a public local educational institution from the Joseon Era (1392-1897). The structure includes a Confucian shrine, sage shrines, gates, lecture hall, and dormitories. Cheongwonru is the front gate to the hyanggyo. The gate roof is hipped and gabled with double eaves above an open second level that was used as a study area by the Confucian scholars at the school.
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The Ulsan Hyanggyo is a public local educational institution from the Joseon Era (1392-1897). Structures include a Confucian shrine, sage shrines, gates, lecture hall, and dormitories. The Confucian shrine hall, Daeseongjeon, is dedicated to Confucius (552-479 B.C.). Daeseongjeon has a gabled roof with a wing-like bracket style.
Photo by Steve46814 (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)
The Ulsan Hyanggyo is a public local educational institution from the Joseon Era (1392-1897). The structure includes a Confucian shrine, sage shrines, gates, lecture hall, and dormitories. Cheongwonru is the front gate to the hyanggyo. The gate roof is hipped and gabled with double eaves above an open second level that was used as a study area by the Confucian scholars at the school.
Photo by Steve46814 (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)

Popular places to visit

Walk to the very end of Ilsan via bridges and rocks.

Daewangam Park

Explore the great outdoors at Daewangam Park, a lovely green space in Ulsan. Wander the pebble beaches and forest while you're in the area.

Daewangam Park
Panorama of Bay of Cape Ganjeolgot with Cliffs, Lighthouse and Monuments. Easternmost Point of Peninsula in Ulsan, South Korea. Asia

ganjeolgot

Enjoy a stop at ganjeolgot, an entertaining place to visit in Ulsan. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

ganjeolgot
Closeup of colorful surfboards placed on the Jinha beach in South Korea on a bright summer day

Jinha Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Jinha Beach during your trip to Ulsan? Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Jinha Beach
울산 문수축구경기장 항공 촬영 전경 Aerial View of Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium in South Korea

Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium

Catch an event at Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium during your trip to Ulsan. Wander the pebble beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium
Ilsan Beach, Ulsan South Korea

Ilsan Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ilsan Beach during your trip to Ulsan?

Ilsan Beach
A fisherman was catching his time on the beach. And I watched him and took this calm picture.

Jujeon Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Jujeon Beach during your trip to Ulsan?

Jujeon Beach

Jung-Gu Hotel Deals

Hotel Daoom

Hotel Daoom

3.5 out of 5
538, Beonyeong-ro Ulsan
The price is ₩54,545 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
₩54,545
₩60,000 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ulsan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ulsan Takgoo Gyosil and Dongchun ...
Hotel Daoom
Lahan Select Gyeongju

Lahan Select Gyeongju

4.5 out of 5
338, Bomun-ro Gyeongju North Gyeongsang
Fully refundable
The price is ₩147,272 per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
₩147,272
₩161,999 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Gyeongju. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Great breakfast, variety of different food. Clean room with beautiful lake view. Definitely go back.

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Lahan Select Gyeongju
Hilton Gyeongju

Hilton Gyeongju

4.5 out of 5
484-7, Bomun-ro Gyeongju North Gyeongsang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩170,500 per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
₩170,500
₩206,305 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Gyeongju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Bomun Lake and Donggung Palace and Wolji ...
Hilton Gyeongju
LOTTE CITY HOTEL ULSAN

LOTTE CITY HOTEL ULSAN

4 out of 5
204, Samsan-ro Namg-gu Ulsan Ulsan
The price is ₩60,450 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
₩60,450
₩66,495 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ulsan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Ulsan Culture & Arts ...
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Shilla Stay Ulsan

Shilla Stay Ulsan

4 out of 5
200, Samsan-ro, Nam-gu Ulsan Ulsan
The price is ₩70,080 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
₩70,080
₩77,088 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ulsan. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Seonggwang Bowling Center and Joongang ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,017 reviews)
Good facility and food.

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

Shilla Stay Ulsan
Elafonisi Hotel

Elafonisi Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1594, Donghaean-ro, Gampo-eup Gyeongju North Gyeongsang
The price is ₩65,454 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
₩65,454
₩71,999 total
Mar 10 - Mar 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gyeongju. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bonggil Daewangam Beach and Gameunsa Temple Site ...
Elafonisi Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Jung-Gu

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Buk-gu

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Buk-gu, Jujeon Beach and Gangdong Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Buk-gu
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Samsan-dong

While you're in Samsan-dong, take in top sights like Geunlo Bokji Hoegwannae Bowlingjang and jump on the metro at Taehwagang Metro Station to see more of the city.

Samsan-dong
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Hyomun

When in Hyomun, you can plan a visit to Dongchun Gymnasium and Jangsaengpo Whale Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hyomun
Ulsan Whale Museum

Nam-Gu

4/5(16 area reviews)

Nam-Gu is well-liked for its mountain views and riverfront. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Jangsaengpo Whale Museum and Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Gaeunpo Metro Station or Taehwagang Metro Station to get around.

Nam-Gu
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Gosa

Gosa might not have many top sights, but Jangsaengpo Whale Museum and Ilsan Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Gosa
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Gulhwa

Gulhwa is well-liked for its entertainment venues. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ulsan area, you might plan a trip to Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium or Taehwa River Grand Park.

Gulhwa

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