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.
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). 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
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
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
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
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

Things to do

Ulsan Chartered Day Tour from Busan

Ulsan Chartered Day Tour from Busan

P23,642
per traveler
Ulsan Chartered Day Tour from Busan
Bridge out to small rocky island of Daewangam park in Ulsan

Private Ulsan City Tour

P13,532
per traveler
Private Ulsan City Tour
Amethyst Cavern Park

Ulsan Full Day Private Car Tour from Busan with a Certified Guide

P26,597
per traveler
Ulsan Full Day Private Car Tour from Busan with a Certified Guide
Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan

Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan

P3,783
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan
Private Day tour Gyeongju Unesco culture area in Gyeongju city

Private Day tour Gyeongju Unesco culture area in Gyeongju city

P4,728
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Private Day tour Gyeongju Unesco culture area in Gyeongju city
Private Guided World Heritage Gyeongju Taxi Tour

Private World Heritage Gyeongju Taxi Tour

P6,463
per traveler
Private World Heritage Gyeongju Taxi Tour
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Top hotels in Jung-Gu

Hotel Daoom

Hotel Daoom

3.5 out of 5
538, Beonyeong-ro Ulsan
The price is P2,368 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
P2,368
P2,604 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (219 reviews)
This is ok

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025

Hotel Daoom
Hotel Riverside

Hotel Riverside

3.5 out of 5
20, Jeolmeumui-geori, Jung-gu Ulsan Ulsan
The price is P2,111 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P2,111
P2,322 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ulsan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gangnam Sports Town and Star ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (661 reviews)
Everything is good.

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2025

Hotel Riverside
Lahan Select Gyeongju

Lahan Select Gyeongju

4.5 out of 5
338, Bomun-ro Gyeongju North Gyeongsang
The price is P5,901 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
P5,901
P6,491 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
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! (1,011 reviews)
Love this place

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

Lahan Select Gyeongju
Hilton Gyeongju

Hilton Gyeongju

4.5 out of 5
484-7, Bomun-ro Gyeongju North Gyeongsang
The price is P6,884 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
P6,884
P8,329 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Beautiful property in a great location. Great, spacious rooms.

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

Hilton Gyeongju
LOTTE CITY HOTEL ULSAN

LOTTE CITY HOTEL ULSAN

4 out of 5
204, Samsan-ro Namg-gu Ulsan Ulsan
The price is P2,422 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
P2,422
P2,664 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ulsan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Seonggwang Bowling Center ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Convenient location

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

LOTTE CITY HOTEL ULSAN
Ulsan City Hotel

Ulsan City Hotel

3 out of 5
246, Samsan-ro, Nam-gu Ulsan
The price is P2,183 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P2,183
P2,402 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ulsan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Geunlo Bokji Hoegwannae Bowlingjang ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
good services

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Ulsan City Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Jung-Gu

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Buk-gu

If you're spending some time in Buk-gu, Hyundai Motors Ulsan Factory and Jujeon 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 Hyundai Motors Ulsan Factory, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hyomun
Ulsan Whale Museum

Nam-Gu

Nam-Gu is well-liked for its mountain views and riverfront. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Jangsaengpo Whale Museum and Taehwa River Grand Park 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 Hyundai Motors Ulsan Factory 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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