Must-see attractions in Suwon

  • A woman walks along the walls of Hwaseong Fortress.

    Hwaseong

    Suwon

    The World Heritage–listed fortress wall that encloses the original town of Suwon is what brings most travellers to the city. Snaking up and down Paldal…

  • Korean Folk Village

    Suwon

    This 245-acre themed experience is designed to transport you back to the Joseon dynasty as you wander through picturesque grounds filled with thatched and…

  • Mr Toilet House

    Suwon

    A contender for Korea's wackiest museum, Mr Toilet House is the former residence of Suwon's mayor, the late Sim Jae-duck. Appropriately designed like a…

  • Nam June Paik Art Centre

    Suwon

    This gallery features the pioneering new-media work of internationally acclaimed avant-garde artist Nam June Paik (1932–2006). It's not far from Korean…

  • Hwaseong fortress in Suwon

    Hwaseong Haenggung

    Suwon

    Sitting at the base of Paldal-san (143m), King Jeongjo’s palace was built in the late 18th century as a residence for when he visited to worship at his…

  • Suwon Hwaseong Museum

    Suwon

    Head to this modern museum to find out how detailed court records from 1801 were vital to ensure authenticity in the 1970s reconstruction process of Suwon…

  • Gyeonggi Provincial Museum

    Suwon

    This well-curated museum features cultural relics from around the province. A stop here is worth tacking on if you're visiting the Nam June Paik Art…

  • IPark Museum of Art

    Suwon

    This contemporary-styled museum on the plaza in front of Hwaseong Haenggung hosts a variety of art-related exhibitions across its five galleries.

  • Alternative Art Space Noon

    Suwon

    This vibrant little gallery exhibits local artists in a converted '70s home within Haenggung-dong Mural Village.

  • Paldal-sa

    Suwon

    Consider popping in to this well-frequented, laid-back Buddhist temple lost amidst shops a short stroll south-east of Paldalmun, the iconic South Gate of…

  • Haenggung-dong Mural Village

    Suwon

    This low-rise '70s neighbourhood has been adorned with eye-catching murals, and makes for a relaxing stroll in conjunction with a visit to quirky gallery…

  • Ji-dong Mural Village

    Suwon

    There are more whimsical murals adorning the walls of houses here just outside the eastern wall of Suwon Hwaseong.