Yeongildae Beach: crowding, parking and nearby course
| Data date | 2026-11-04 / 2026-11-04 14:04 KST |
|---|---|
| Quietest | Tue 11/10 (20) |
| Parking | Easy |
| Hours | Always open |
Crowding forecast for Yeongildae Beach
Over the next 14 days the quietest day is Tue 11/10 (20) and the busiest is Sat 11/14 (90). Weekday average 37, weekend average 87 (100 = peak season).
| Date | Avg | Level | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 11/4 | 32 | Quiet | - |
| Thu 11/5 | 49 | Quiet | - |
| Fri 11/6 | 55 | Normal | - |
| Sat 11/7 | 86 | Busy | - |
| Sun 11/8 | 89 | Busy | - |
| Mon 11/9 | 33 | Quiet | - |
| Tue 11/10 | 20 | Quiet | - |
Quieter nearby on Sat 11/7-Sun 11/8
6 spots in Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do are forecast quieter than Yeongildae Beach on Sat 11/7-Sun 11/8. Quietest: Gonnyunsan Mountain Paragliding Site (Sat 36, Sun 40); Yeongildae Beach: Sat 86, Sun 89.
| # | Attraction | Sat | Sun | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gonnyunsan Mountain Paragliding Site | 36 Quiet | 40 Quiet | Tight |
| 2 | Chilpo Beach | 61 Normal | 59 Normal | Easy |
| 3 | Hwanho Park | 82 Busy | 78 Normal | Easy |
| 4 | Jukdo Market | 90 Busy | 76 Normal | Easy |
| 5 | Pohang Museum of Steel Art | 97 Busy | 74 Normal | Easy |
| 6 | Wolpo Beach | 87 Busy | 84 Busy | Easy |
Parking at Yeongildae Beach
8 car parks within 500 m with about 482 spaces in total. Nearest: 북부해수욕장 공영주차장 (194 m); 8 are public.
| Car park | Distance | Spaces | Public |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bukbuhaesuyokjang Gongyeongjuchajang | 194m | 12 | Yes |
| Hanggudong Gongyeongjuchajang | 229m | 353 | Yes |
| Jungangdong Nosang4 | 276m | 25 | Yes |
Cheap parking near Yeongildae Beach
Of 3 car parks with fee data, 3 are free and 0 cost 3,000 KRW/hour or less (scaled). Cheapest: Bukbuhaesuyokjang Gongyeongjuchajang (0), 194 m away.
| Car park | Distance | Spaces | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bukbuhaesuyokjang Gongyeongjuchajang | 194m | 12 | 0 |
| Hanggudong Gongyeongjuchajang | 229m | 353 | 0 |
| Jungangdong Nosang4 | 276m | 25 | 0 |
Drive course from Yeongildae Beach
A 4-stop course from Yeongildae Beach is 33.7 km in straight-line distance. Next stop: Jukdo Market (2.2 km); the course ends at Wolpo Beach.
| Stop | Attraction | From prev. | Sat | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yeongildae Beach | - | 86 Busy | Easy |
| 2 | Jukdo Market | 2.2km | 90 Busy | Easy |
| 3 | Bogyeongsa Temple | 24.3km | 90 Busy | Tight |
| 4 | Wolpo Beach | 7.2km | 87 Busy | Easy |
Attractions near Yeongildae Beach
4 attractions lie within 5 km of Yeongildae Beach. Closest: Pohang Museum of Steel Art (1.7 km); quietest on weekends: Hwanho Park (80).
| Attraction | Distance | Sat | Sun | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pohang Museum of Steel Art | 1.7km | 97 Busy | 74 Normal | Easy |
| Hwanho Park | 1.9km | 82 Busy | 78 Normal | Easy |
| Jukdo Market | 2.2km | 90 Busy | 76 Normal | Easy |
| Pohang Marine Skywalk | 3.8km | - | - | Tight |
Quieter alternatives in Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
6 spots in Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do average lower crowding than Yeongildae Beach over 14 days. The quietest is Gonnyunsan Mountain Paragliding Site (average 29) versus 52 for Yeongildae Beach.
| # | Attraction | Avg | Level | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gonnyunsan Mountain Paragliding Site | 29 | Quiet | Tight |
| 2 | Chilpo Beach | 36 | Quiet | Easy |
| 3 | Pohang Museum of Steel Art | 42 | Quiet | Easy |
| 4 | Wolpo Beach | 44 | Quiet | Easy |
| 5 | Bogyeongsa Temple | 49 | Quiet | Tight |
Highway traffic forecast to Yeongildae Beach
Korea Expressway Corporation forecasts about 5,550,000 vehicles nationwide at 15:00 on 2026-11-04. Nearest forecast route: Seoul-Ulsan (58 km away), 250 min out and 250 min back.
| Route | From Seoul | To Seoul | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ulsan | 250 min | 250 min | 58km |
| Daegu | 210 min | 210 min | 73km |
| Busan | 270 min | 270 min | 101km |
| Daejeon | 99 min | 114 min | 182km |
| Gangneung | 160 min | 164 min | 194km |
| Yangyang | 110 min | 110 min | 234km |
| Gwangju | 200 min | 200 min | 249km |
| Mokpo | 221 min | 237 min | 304km |
Yeongildae Beach in month 11
Among 14 forecast days in month 11, the quietest day is Tue 11/10 (20). 9 days are Quiet (under 55) and 4 are Busy (80+).
| Date | Avg | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Tue 11/10 | 20 | Quiet |
| Tue 11/17 | 24 | Quiet |
| Wed 11/4 | 32 | Quiet |
| Mon 11/9 | 33 | Quiet |
| Wed 11/11 | 33 | Quiet |
| Mon 11/16 | 37 | Quiet |
Yeongildae Beach: opening hours and admission
Opening hours of Yeongildae Beach: Always open (Korea time). Admission is not listed in the data we collected; check the official channel before you visit.
| Hours | Always open |
|---|---|
| Closed | No data — check the official channel before you visit. |
| Admission | No data — check the official channel before you visit. |
Details by attraction
| Type | NA02 |
|---|---|
| Hours | Always open |
| Admission | No data — check the official channel before you visit. |
| Parking | Easy |
| Spaces | 482 |
| Popularity | 0.76 |
Before you go
- Check traffic and car park hours before leaving.
- Confirm closures on the official site.
- Under 55 is Quiet, 80+ is Busy.
- If parking is tight, use public car parks or transit.
FAQ
When is Yeongildae Beach least crowded?
Over the next 14 days the quietest day is Tue 11/10 (20) and the busiest is Sat 11/14 (90).
What is the data date?
Crowding forecasts were received on 2026-11-04; the traffic forecast is as of 2026-11-04 14:04 KST. These are estimates from past data, not live.
Where does the parking data come from?
Korea's national parking-lot open data and Korea Tourism Organization data, counting car parks within 500 m. Fees and hours may change.
What does the crowding number mean?
It is relative to that spot's own peak season (100). Under 55 is Quiet, under 80 Normal, 80 or more Busy.
Related pages
Sources and data date
- Data date: 2026-11-04 / 2026-11-04 14:04 KST
- Korea Tourism Organization, Korea Expressway Corporation, Korea public data portal, TMAP Mobility.