How to Enjoy the 2026 Yeosu World Island Exhibition 100 Times More, as Suggested by Yeosu

Input: 2026-09-01 13:33:41

Updated: 2026-09-01 13:33:41

With the '2026 Yeosu World Island Expo,' the world's first island-themed event, scheduled to be held in Yeosu from the 5th to November 4th, Yeosu City is drawing attention by presenting 'How to Enjoy the Island Expo 100 Times More.

' The photo shows the main venue of the Island Expo. Provided by Yeosu City 【Financial News Yeosu = Reporter Hwang Tae-jong】 With the '2026 Yeosu World Island Expo,' the world's first island-themed event, scheduled to be held in Yeosu from the 5th to November 4th, Yeosu City is drawing attention by presenting 'How to Enjoy the Island Expo 100 Times More.

3 billion won. In particular, while previous expos were limited to one-time viewing centered on indoor exhibition halls, this Island Expo fundamentally differs in that it is an 'experience and travel-type expo' where visitors actually visit islands to walk around and stay.

Furthermore, the main venue has been prepared in the Jinmo area of Dolsan to showcase cutting-edge exhibition content that allows visitors to see the past, present, and future of islands at a glance. Afterward, visitors can take a boat to a real island to experience the islands' unique culture and pristine environment.

It is evaluated that the substance of the viewing route has been enhanced, such as by designing it to allow visitors to experience nature with all five senses. The appearance of the 'Theme Island,' the landmark of the main venue.

First, the 'Theme Island,' the landmark of the main venue, is a massive 3D media facade structure measuring 40m in width and length and 20m in height. Upon entering, large tree sculptures and immersive video combine to offer a fantastic experience, making visitors feel as if they are passing through the ocean floor and plunging from the birth of the island into the future.

At the 'Future Island,' visitors can directly witness innovations in future island transportation, such as actual Urban Air Mobility (UAM) aircraft and hydrogen ships, while at the 'Treasure Island,' a space for children and families, they can enjoy mission completion, trick art, and augmented reality (AR) exploration. Additionally, at the 3,000-seat 'Outdoor Performance Hall' set against the backdrop of the sea, international island culture performances from 16 countries are continuously being held As the event opens, visitors can taste a variety of dishes made with domestic and international island specialties and unique recipes at 'Restaurant & Market Island'.

Following this, visitors can experience island life and healing at the sub-venues on Gaedo and Geumodo. First, on Gae-do (Experience & Healing), you can explore the Island Fishing Village Culture Center, Romantic Island Cinema, and Witch Tree Park, and enjoy marine leisure, camping, graffiti, and traditional games against the backdrop of the breathtaking scenery of Cheongseokpo.

View of Geumodo's 'Biryeong-gil' On Geumodo (Ecology & Trekking), after enjoying the 'Biryeong-gil Trekking' that follows sheer sea cliffs, you can take a perfect rest with foot baths utilizing the local specialty, *Bangpung*, and snack experiences. In particular, on eight islands including Geumodo and Geomundo, the 'Island Healing Table,' a stay-type program combining accommodation with the 'Island 1 Night 3 Meals'—which features meals carefully prepared using local seasonal ingredients and seafood—is in operation.

This allows you to stay overnight at designated accommodations and enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner made with seasonal local ingredients. Yeosu City Panoramic View The exceptional transportation and accommodation refund benefits provided by Yeosu City to alleviate the financial burden on visitors to the Island Expo and revitalize the entire local commercial district are also worth noting.

First, Yeosu City will return half of the travel expenses (up to 100,000 won) in Yeosu Love Gift Certificates to visitors from other regions who stay on the islands.

In addition, it offers a 50% discount on passenger and ferry fares, operates a 'Half-Price Yacht Tour' (5,000 to 10,000 won in gift certificate refunds) between Gukdong Port/Expo Port and the main venue, and an 'Island Yacht Tour' (up to 50,000 won in gift certificate refunds) connecting islands.

Furthermore, it operates 17 city bus routes toward Dolsan and 15 shuttle bus routes (up to 100 buses) connecting major hubs (Yeosu Expo Station, Intercity Bus Terminal, Airport, etc.

) with the main venue for free.

In addition, 155 accommodations have been carefully selected and designated for visitors staying overnight, and parking fees at nearby public parking lots are discounted by 50%.

In particular, to attract visitors staying overnight, 1-day (day course) & A packed 2-night, 3-day (full course) itinerary has also been unveiled.

The one-day course is designed to include a visit to the main event venue in the Jinmo area in the morning, admiring the Musulmok coastline and riding the Yeosu Marine Cable Car in the afternoon, enjoying Yeosu's representative cuisine at the Romantic Pocha in the Old Downtown in the evening, and strolling along the Yeosu Night Sea.

The 2-night, 3-day full course proceeds as follows: Day 1 (Thorough exploration of the main event venue, arrival at Gae Island via Baekya Port in the afternoon, marine leisure program experience and overnight stay at Seomseom Camping Site) ➔ Day 2 (Exploration of Geumodo's 'Biryeonggil' trail, 'Island Healing Table' and 'Island 1 Night, 3 Meals') ➔ Day 3 (Departure from Yeocheon Port, sightseeing at Hyangilam Temple and Odongdo Island, followed by return).

Yeosu Mayor Seo Young-hak stated, "A stage of unforgettable emotion gifted by the islands and the sea, '2026 "We are doing our best to prepare for the Yeosu World Island Expo," he said, adding, "I hope you visit the Island Expo site and create the best memories this autumn.

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· This article has been translated by GripLabs Mingo AI.

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