Notable · heritage site · Yeosu-si, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City

Turtle Ship

Turtle Ship is a heritage site in Yeosu-si, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City. (거북선)

October to February

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Best seasonOctober to February
BusiestWeekends and long holidays
CrowdModerate

Visiting Turtle Ship

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

  • Opening hours change with the season; check the last entry time.
  • Wear shoes with grip for steps and uneven stone.

Best time

October to February; carry water in summer. Busiest weekends and long holidays. Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

Places to visit near Turtle Ship

All places near Yeosu →

How to reach Turtle Ship

Nearest towns with a guide: Yeosu (12 km) · Nammyeon (14 km) · Hwayang (18 km). Coordinates 34.74458, 127.76481. Road distances are estimates.

Frequently asked

What is the best time to visit Turtle Ship?

October to February; carry water in summer. Moderate; weekends busier.

What are the places to visit near Turtle Ship?

Nearby: Dolsan Park (park, 3 km), Janggun Island (river spot, 4 km), Yeosu (fort, 4 km), Yi Sun-sin Park (park, 10 km), Godongsan (viewpoint, 10 km), Ungcheon Beach Park (beach, 11 km).

Is Turtle Ship worth visiting?

Turtle Ship is listed as a notable heritage site in Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City on Spotwander.

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