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A night-time heritage event in Mokpo’s modern history district, October 30 to November 1, 2026. Subtitled “Modern Times: The Story of Mokpo’s Port Opening, 129,” it tells how Mokpo became the Korean Empire’s first self-opened port city in 1897. Explore heritage buildings such as the Modern History Museum (Buildings 1 and 2), the former Simsang Elementary School, Gyeongdong Cathedral and the Mokpo garrison site at night, with tours, hands-on activities and traditional performances.
Mokpo Heritage Night Tour (목포 국가유산야행)
Fri, Oct 30 – Sun, Nov 1
3 days
Mokpo Modern History and Culture Area
전남광주통합특별시 목포시 번화로 18 (중앙동2가)
18:00–22:00
Free
Contact 061-270-8321
About
A night-time heritage event in Mokpo’s modern history district, October 30 to November 1, 2026. Subtitled “Modern Times: The Story of Mokpo’s Port Opening, 129,” it tells how Mokpo became the Korean Empire’s first self-opened port city in 1897. Explore heritage buildings such as the Modern History Museum (Buildings 1 and 2), the former Simsang Elementary School, Gyeongdong Cathedral and the Mokpo garrison site at night, with tours, hands-on activities and traditional performances.
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Guides
Festivals in Gwangju·Jeonnam in October 2026›Night palace and heritage events›Source: Korea Tourism Organization (Korean listing, translated by us)
Data as of 10.17. Dates and prices can change, so check the official site before you go.