Museums and galleries in Suwon

Museums and galleries in Suwon

1. Drink

   Docent Coffee House

   도슨트커피하우스

   Docent Coffee House is a gallery cafe in Haenggung-dong, which is rare in the area. Inside the cafe, numerous artworks are displayed.

   Closed · opens 11:30 am

2. See

   Donglaejeongssi Yagsabul

   동래정씨 약사불

   Seokbul moved from Suwon-dong, Suwon-si to Suwon Museum in 2008. The women of Dongraejeong family used to make an offering on the first day of the month and on the full day. It is composed of three main statues, the left statue of the main zone and the bodhisattva figurine of the left and right side. A circular headlight was represented on the back of the head of the main zone. Overall, there are colored traces around the body of the Buddha, and the expression of a smile with a big neck is a factor that makes a good impression. In view of the bland omission of clothes, the simple shape of softening pedestals consisting of angryong and abdominal cramps, and the detailed carving techniques, the timing of production is estimated after the middle of the Goryeo period.

3. See

   Gyeonggi Arts Center

   경기아트센터

   Gyeonggi Culture Hall is a comprehensive cultural and artistic venue located in Ingye-dong, Paldal-gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi Province. The building is equipped with an anti-aircraft performance hall, a small performance hall, a war market, a convention center, and an outdoor concert hall. The anti-aircraft performance can feature various types of indoor performances, including concerts, operas, ballet and musicals. The exhibition hall will feature exhibitions of paintings, photographs, calligraphy, sculptures and crafts. Various planned performances will be held at the outdoor concert hall.

   Mon-Fri 09:00 - 18:00

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   Gyeonggi Provincial Library

   경기도서관

   The largest public library in South Korea, opened in October 2025. This modern 5-story cultural complex features over 340,000 books, interactive media art zones, exhibition spaces, relaxation lounges, and family-friendly play areas.

   Mon–Fri 10:00–21:00, Sat–Sun 10:00–18:00 (closed 2nd & 4th Mon of the month)·Free entry (First 2 hours of parking free)

5. See

   Haengung-dong Mural Village

   행궁동 벽화마을

   In 2013, the city of Suwon restored the old residential area by painting murals as part of a project to create an ecological city. It is a fun place to find more vivid and rich murals through the participation of artists and to leave unique photos. Guides are available free of charge from an alley commentator on a team of 5 to 15. It takes about an hour to take the course of Hwaseong Haenggung Palace - Sinpungcho Wall Rock Gallery - Hwaryeongjeon - Naheseok Sangga Site Alley - Eco-traffic Village - Mural Alley - Ssamji Park - Suwon Traditional Culture Center - Janganmun - Hwaseomun - Hwaseong Haenggung Palace.

   everyday 24 hours·free

6. See

   Haewoojae Museum

   해우재 박물관

   It is a museum where you can learn about Korea's history through poop. From the past to the present, we can see the culture of Korean bowel movements. You can also learn about not only Korea but also the culture of bowel movements in the world.

   Summer: 10:00–18:00; winter: 10:00–17:00 (closed Mondays, January 1, New Year's Day holiday and Chuseok holiday)·Free

7. Do

   Hwaseong-eocha

   화성어차

   Based on the motif of the car used by King Sunjong and the kiln of the Joseon Dynasty, the newly-developed Hwaseong fish car is a tourist train in Suwon City that circulates Yeonmudae, Hwah Hongmun, Hwaseomun, Paldalsan, Hwaseong Haenggung, Paldalmun, and Suwon Hwaseong Museum. Tour available in English, Chinese and Japanese.

   Daily 10:00-17:00 (30 minutes interval)·Adult ₩4,000, youth or soldiers ₩2500, child ₩1500

8. See

   Manseok Park

   만석공원

   It covers 355,800 m². The park was constructed in 1998 and is centered on a reservoir called Manseokgeo. Manseokgeo is a reservoir built by people who moved in nearby areas while building Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon in 1795. The reservoir was built and 10,000 more rice were produced, so it was called a full seat. But now it is called the Japanese Imperial Reservoir or Gyopjeongbangjuk. The name gyo-gujeong was called because the pavilion was located in the south of the reservoir. But now, there is a movie theater built in 1996. In addition to the pavilion, there are also water fountains, 33 vines, 54 lighthouses and 146 pavilions as rest facilities. Sports facilities include a multi-purpose playground, a tennis court, a gated ballpark and a soccer field, and a convenience facility for two parking lots and restrooms. There is also a Suwon Museum of Art in the park, so you can relax and enjoy artwork. It is a 20-minute walk from Hwaseo Station on Gyeongsu Line and is located nearby Suwon World Cup Stadium, Suwon Fortress Wall, and Korea Folk Village.

   Open 24 hours·free

9. See

   Samsung Innovation Museum

   삼성이노베이션뮤지엄

   This is the museum where people can see the history of the electronics industry at a glance, and people can also experience how innovations in electronics and technology have changed our lives and what innovations Samsung Electronics is pursuing in them.

   Sat 10:00-17:00, Mon-Fri 13:00-14:00, closed on Sun·Free

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    Suwon Gwanggyo Museum

    수원광교박물관

    This museum exhibits artifacts that were unearthed at the time by creating new city, and explains the history of modern Korean history and culture of political, social and cultural history, including the Ship of Admiral Yi and Dokdo and Japan.

    09:00-18:00 (the ticket office closes at 17:00), closed on Mon·Adults (19-64) ₩2000, youths and soldiers ₩1000, Adults (Suwon citizen)₩1500, youths and soldiers (Suwon citizen) ₩750, children and the elderly free

11. Do

    Suwon Hwaseong Bicycle Taxi

    수원화성 자전거택시

    Eco-friendly bike taxis for exploring the alleys of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress. 2 people can ride on each bike taxi in Suwon, and you can enjoy one of the three exploratory courses for 60 minutes. In case of rain or snow, the operation is suspended for safety. Hwaseong Fortress, Suwon Hwaseong Museum (Changryongdaero 21), Suwon Traditional Culture Center (Jangan-dong, Paldalong-dong), Na Hye-seok's birthplace (Na Hye-seok, Haenggung-dong), and Gongbang Street (Paldal-gu, Namdaemun Market). Due to internal circumstances, this will suspend operations for the time being.

    Daily 10:10-17:00·₩14,000 for one

12. Do

    Suwon World Cup stadium

    수원 월드컵 경기장

    It is a soccer stadium built with for the 2002 FIFA World Cup (Co-hosted by Korea and Japan), and is now the home stadium for K League 1 Suwon Samsung Bluewings and FC Suwon. Big Bird was nicknamed the home team's nickname for the wing of Suwon and the large wing-shaped roof covering the east and west bleachers. There is also a supplementary stadium for the public, and reservations must be made by phone or internet. There are also attractions to see inside, such as a football museum. If you like football, you can visit here and feel the nostalgia of football.

13. See

    Suwon Museum of Art

    수원시립미술관

    The museum is holding various exhibition.

    the summer season 10:00-19:00, the winter season 10:00-18:00, closed on Mon

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Suwon (CC BY-SA 4.0).