Plizio Visual Lab
Hwaseong
ℹ️Practical info — Hwaseong
▾
🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Hwaseong is geographically vast; use KakaoMap or Naver Map for accurate public transport routing, as Google Maps lacks transit details.
- Get a T-money card from any convenience store for seamless travel on buses and the subway.
- Check the tide tables before visiting Jebudo Island, as the road connecting it to the mainland is submerged during high tide.
- The royal tombs (Yungneung and Geolleung) are closed on Mondays, so plan your itinerary accordingly.
🍽 Food
Enjoy fresh seafood and grilled clams at the specialized restaurants along the Jebudo coast.
The region is known for excellent marinated beef ribs; find great spots in the Dongtan district.
Traditional mixed rice with vegetables and meat, widely available in local Korean eateries.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Open on dates ending in 4 and 9, offering a great selection of fresh local produce and street food.
Head to the modern Dongtan area for trendy Korean fashion and cosmetics.
Take a serene walk through the pine forests surrounding these UNESCO-listed royal tombs.
Walk along the wooden boardwalk by the sea for relaxing ocean views.
Water temperature…
Hwaseong is a rapidly growing major city in South Korea's Gyeonggi Province, located south of Seoul and Suwon. Over the past few decades, the city has transformed from a rural region into a significant industrial and technological hub. Hwaseong is home to key production facilities for global corporations, most notably Samsung Electronics' semiconductor plants and Kia Motors' automotive factories. A significant landmark in the region is the Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which while technically located in neighboring Suwon, is historically intertwined with the city's identity. The city is also known for its extensive land reclamation projects along the west coast, creating space for new residential districts and industrial parks. Geographically, Hwaseong borders the Yellow Sea, providing the city with strategic importance for logistics and trade. Despite rapid modernization, Hwaseong preserves cultural treasures like the Yongju Temple, established in the 18th century by King Jeongjo.
- Location: South Korea
- Top sights: Gocho-bong · Nurim Art Hall
- Nearby: Gwangmyeong (19 km)
- Population: ~640.890 (2026)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Sep, Oct.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -2 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 16 | 21 | 24 | 25 | 21 | 15 | 8 | 1 |
| Rain mm | 22 | 32 | 39 | 77 | 84 | 125 | 344 | 253 | 134 | 51 | 46 | 26 |
Geography
Facts
- Hwaseong hosts the largest semiconductor plant of Samsung Electronics.
- The city is located in Gyeonggi Province, south of the capital Seoul.
- It is a primary site for Kia Motors' automotive manufacturing.
- Yongju Temple was established in 1790 to honor Prince Sado.
- The city features one of the largest land reclamation projects in Korea.
- Hwaseong is bordered to the west by the Yellow Sea.
Explore nearby
Notable places around
Route planner — Car & Motorhome
Where do you start? We build the route here, with stops and country notes along the way.
© OpenStreetMap contributors · OpenRouteService
Sights in the town Hwaseong (2)
Frequently asked questions
What is Hwaseong best known for?
How do you get from Seoul to Hwaseong?
What is the best time to visit?
Are there local specialties?
Is Hwaseong family-friendly?
Hwaseong: where is it located?
Hwaseong: what is there to see?
Hwaseong: when is the best time to visit?
Hwaseong: why is it worth visiting?
Nearby cities
History & landmarks
More places
