Taejongdae Resort Park
태종대유원지
About
A hilly coastal forest loop to Yeongdo Lighthouse, with cliffs, rock formations and sea views.
The lighthouse path is the reason to keep going: it threads through coastal forest to cliffs, rock formations and open sea views. Yeongdo Lighthouse, at the end of the route, dates to 1906. On the lower path, the sea appears between the trees; the shade makes parts of the walk cooler, while the stairs and hills keep it from being a flat stroll. Taejongdae is named, by tradition, for the Silla king Taejong Muyeol. Allow about 30–40 minutes to walk from the entrance to the lighthouse, and longer if you stop for views. You can take a shuttle from the entrance area instead of walking, though the internal shuttle and Danuri train are sometimes suspended. A sightseeing boat is another way to see the coast; its fare is reported at about ₩15,000, and the captain gives commentary, though it can be hard to hear from the stern. The grounds are listed as open daily from 05:00 to midnight. Parking is available, but don’t count on weekday parking being free. This suits walkers, families and couples who want a half-day outdoors, particularly for the coastal scenery, sunrise or autumn colour. There is no subway access, so take a bus or drive; some visitors find the walk from the entrance long. Reports from 2026 mention construction and closed facilities, so expect that access or amenities may vary. The viewing platform can feel more like a balcony than a dramatic lookout, and the train has drawn complaints about air-conditioning and exhaust fumes. If you prefer, skip the train and take the lighthouse path at your own pace.
Local tips
- Wear shoes suited to stairs and hills — the walk from the entrance to the lighthouse takes about 30–40 minutes.
- Check whether the shuttle or Danuri train is running before relying on it.
- Take a bus or drive — there is no subway access, and parking is available.
- Sit away from the stern on the sightseeing boat if you want a better chance of hearing the commentary.
- Allow extra time if you plan to stop for views or explore during construction.
Details
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 05:00–00:00
- Monday
- 05:00–00:00
- Tuesday
- 05:00–00:00
- Wednesday
- 05:00–00:00
- Thursday
- 05:00–00:00
- Friday
- 05:00–00:00
- Saturday
- 05:00–00:00