Deokgu Spaworld
Deokgu Spaworld: This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) looks moderate (daily crowd index 60); the quietest day in the next 30 days is Wed, Oct 28; weekday average 38, weekend average 78; the quietest day of the week is Friday.
Deokgu Hot Springs is recognized by the Ministry of Government Administration and Home Affairs as “Gyeongsangbuk-do’s No. 1 National Hot Spring" and is Korea's only hot spring with natural geyser. It is located in a 1.32ha-wide space in Deokgu, nestled in the beautiful scenery of Eungbongsan Mountain north of Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, east of Taebaeksan Mountain. The water here is lightly alkaline at a temperature of 42.4℃, one of the most well-regarded in Korea. It is especially effective for lifestyle diseases such as neuralgia, arthritis, muscle pain, skin disorders, and diabetes. Deokgu Hot Springs is also known for its beautiful view of the naturally flowing hot springs, unique rock formations, and crystal-clear waters from the valley.
- Type
- Wellness
- Area
- Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
- Address
- 924, Deokguoncheon-ro, Buk-myeon, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
- Opening hours
- [Hot Springs] 06:00-22:00
[Spa World] High-season: Weekdays 10:00–19:00, Weekends 10:00-20:00
Low-season: Weekdays 10:00–19:00, Weekends & holidays 10:00-20:00
* High-season: mid-December-March 1, mid-July-August, Chuseok holidays - Closed
- Open all year round
- Parking
- Available (2,000 spaces)
- Parking nearby
- 1 lot within 500 m · about 2,200 spaces
- Phone
- • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-54-782-0677 - Popularity
- One of the most visited spots in the area
Deokgu Spaworld: least crowded days in the next 30 days
This is the daily crowd index forecast by the Korea Tourism Organization from mobile-network data. 100 = this place's busiest period, so 50 means about half as busy as its peak. It covers the whole day — even busy days can be quiet early in the morning or in the evening.
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/2822 | 2922 | 3022 | 3160 | |||
| 11/188 | 247 | 349 | 445 | 549 | 640 | 773 |
| 881 | 946 | 1043 | 1139 | 1239 | 1337 | 1476 |
| 1585 | 1641 | 1739 | 1838 | 1940 | 2032 | 2176 |
| 2285 | 2337 | 2434 | 2531 |
Quiet (under 55) Moderate Busy (80+) Closed · red dates are Sundays and public holidays
| Quieter weekends & holidays | Sat, Oct 31 60 · Sat, Nov 7 73 · Sat, Nov 14 76 |
|---|---|
| Quietest days | Wed, Oct 28 22 · Thu, Oct 29 22 · Fri, Oct 30 22 |
| Busiest days | Sun, Nov 1 88 · Sun, Nov 15 85 · Sun, Nov 22 85 |
| Weekday / weekend average | Weekdays 38 · weekends 78 |
| Average by day of week | Mon 43 · Tue 41 · Wed 35 · Thu 38 · Fri 33 · Sat 71 · Sun 85 (bold = quietest day) |
Festivals & events nearby
- Jukbyeonhang Susanmulchukje 죽변항 수산물축제 Fri, Nov 6 – Sun, Nov 8 · 13 km
FAQ
- Is there parking at Deokgu Spaworld?
- Yes (Available (2,000 spaces)). On weekends and holidays the car park fills up early, so arrive in the morning.
- What are the opening hours of Deokgu Spaworld?
- [Hot Springs] 06:00-22:00 [Spa World] High-season: Weekdays 10:00–19:00, Weekends 10:00-20:00 Low-season: Weekdays 10:00–19:00, Weekends & holidays 10:00-20:00 * High-season: mid-December-March 1, mid-July-August, Chuseok holidays. Hours can change by season or for events, so check before you go. Times are Korea time (KST).
- Which day is Deokgu Spaworld least crowded?
- Based on the Korea Tourism Organization forecast for the next 30 days, Friday is the quietest day of the week (average 33) and Sunday the busiest (average 85). The single quietest day is Wed, Oct 28.
- What time should I visit Deokgu Spaworld to avoid the crowds?
- Tourist spots are usually busiest between 11:00 and 14:00. Arriving right after opening (06:00) or late in the afternoon is much calmer. The Noonchi app shows a score for every departure time from your location.
- Will Deokgu Spaworld be crowded this weekend?
- This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) is forecast to be moderate (daily crowd index 60; 100 = busiest period). Even on busy days, early morning and late afternoon are calmer.
Nearby attractions
- Deokgugyegok (Gyeongbuk Donghaean Gukgajijilgongwon) 덕구계곡 (경북 동해안 국가지질공원) 0.2 km · Mountain
- Gusugokjayeonhyuyangrim 구수곡자연휴양림 2.0 km · Nature park
- Eungbongsan(Uljin) 응봉산(울진) 4.5 km · Mountain