Suwon Hwaseong Fortress [UNESCO World Heritage]

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Suwon was one of four main regional government centers during the Joseon dynasty. Hwaseong Fortress, built to protect the city, was designated as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site on December 12, 1997 for its historical value. The fortress offers various performances daily as well as the Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival every fall. The walls stretch for 5.7 kilometers, with Paldalsan Mountain at the center. The fortress, constructed from 1794 to 1796, was built as a display of King Jeongjo’s filial piety towards his father and to build a new pioneer city with its own economic power.

 

(16273)320, Suseong-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

+82-31-290-3600
www.swcf.or.kr

 

Utilization information

Information : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-31-290-3600

Experience Guide : Suwon Hwaseong Stamp Tour, Hwaseong Fortress Tourist Trolley, Gukgung (Traditional Korean Archery), Hanok Technology Exhibition Hall, Animation Video - Tour of Hwaseong Fortress with Hwaseong the Mascot, Bell of Hyowon – Bell Ringing Experience, Flying Suwon

Parking Facility : Available

Closed : N/A (Open all year round)

Operating Hours : 09:00-18:00

Admission Fees

Individuals - Adults 1,000 won / Teenagers 700 won / Children 500 won
Groups - Adults 700 won / Teenager 500 won / Children 300 won

Restrooms

Available

Parking Fees

Small & Mid-sized vehicles 2,000 won for the first 3 hours / 10,000 won for one day
Large vehicles 4,000 won for the first 3 hours / 15,000 won for one day

* 200 won for every additional 10 minutes

Interpretation Services Offered

Korean Culture & Tourism Guide: English & Japanese
* Advance reservation required