- First published
- Oct 14, 2026
Gossaumnori Theme Park, Gwangju
In Chilsuk-dong, Gwangju, this theme park introduces Gossaum, a local Korean folk contest involving large rope structures. Facilities include a training center, video experience space, folk-play areas and an outdoor performance venue.
- Address
- 2 Gossaum-ro, Nam-gu, Gwangju (Chilsuk-dong; 광주 고싸움놀이테마파크)
- Nearby transit
- The nearest rail station and travel duration were not confirmed; use the Korean venue name and 2 Gossaum-ro in a map service.
- Hours
- KTO accessible-tourism guide: outdoor park open all day; 3D screening and VR areas 09:00–18:00. Indoor activities close Mondays (or the next business day if Monday is a holiday), January 1 and Seollal/Chuseok day. Outdoor park free; VR is charged separately. Confirm before visiting.
Korea Tourism Organization guidance distinguishes the outdoor park, open throughout the day, from 3D/VR facilities listed as 09:00–18:00 with Monday and specified holiday closures. Park entry is free, while VR costs extra. City tour-guide hours (10:30–16:30) are a separate service.
Why go
Learn how a communal folk contest is kept alive, and explore the educational and audiovisual spaces that introduce the tradition.
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.