Gunpo is a city in Gyeonggi Province, south of Seoul and near Anyang and Ansan. It is surrounded by Surisan and several smaller mountains and green spaces.
The origin of the name Gunpo (軍浦) is unclear, as no native Korean term related to the Sino-Korean word has been passed down. The earliest known record appears on an old map published in 1699 during King Sukjong’s reign, where Gunpocheon (軍浦川) is marked. The same name also appears in Kim Jeong-ho’s 1861 Daedongyeojido. During the Joseon era, the local market was called Gunpojang (軍浦場), indicating that the name “Gunpo” had already been in use before 1699. Although various theories exist, the most widely accepted view is that the name combines meanings related to military presence, waterways, and port activity.
Sanbon New Town, the first planned city built within Gunpo, derives its name from the idea of a “village beneath a mountain.” In King Jeongjo’s time, documents referred to the area as Sanjeori (山底里), which later became Sanbon-ri (山本里). The “mountain” here refers to Surisan, the prominent peak that overlooks the city.
Historically, the name “Gunpo” originally referred to an area that included what is now Hogye 3-dong in Dongan-gu, Anyang, which is still called “Old Gunpo” by some residents. The territory of today’s Gunpo City, however, was part of Nam-myeon, Gwacheon County during the Joseon period and was incorporated into Siheung County in 1914. During the Korean War, the Battle of Surisan took place here in January 1951, where U.S. and Turkish forces drove back North Korean and Chinese troops. The battle is even referenced in a North Korean military song.
Gunpo was upgraded to a town (eup) in 1979 and, with the dissolution of Siheung County, became a city in 1989. In 1994, several villages from Banwol-myeon (now Dae-ya-dong) were added, forming the city’s current administrative boundaries.
Following the development of Sanbon New Town, Gunpo’s population rose sharply. Today, however, growth has largely leveled off—aside from the area near Daeyami Station, most of the city has already been fully developed, keeping the population steady at around 270,000.
Gunpo is located on Subway Line 1 and Subway Line 4:
Seoul Station (서울역). It will take 1 hour to Gunpo via Seoul Station. (updated Nov 2022)
Oido Station (오이도역). It will take 44 minutes to Gunpo via Oido Station. (updated Nov 2022)
Sinchang Station (신창(순천향대)역). It will take 2 hours to Gunpo via Sinchang Station. (updated Nov 2022)
Gunpo is served by seven subway stations. Geumjeong Station is served by Lines 1 and 4; Gunpo and Dangjeong stations are on Line 1; and Sanbon, Surisan, Daeyami, and Banwol stations are on Line 4.
37.37228126.943421Geumjeong Station (금정역), 750 Gunpo-ro (served by Seoul Metropolitan Subway Lines 1 and 4). An interchange station between Seoul Metropolitan Subway Lines 1 and 4. For Sanbon, transfer to Line 4 towards Oido and get off at the next stop. (updated Dec 2022)
37.3581126.93312Sanbon Station (산본역), 504 Beonyeong-ro (on Seoul Metropolitan Subway Line 4), ☏ +82 31-391-7788. A Line 4 station serving Sanbon. Passengers arriving on Line 1 can transfer at Geumjeong to a Line 4 train towards Oido; Sanbon is the next stop. (updated Dec 2022)
37.469126.43357Incheon International Airport (인천국제공항). Airport buses 4200 and 4200-1 connect Incheon International Airport with the Gunpo–Sanbon airport-bus stop (군포·산본). Check the current timetable for your chosen route before travelling. (updated Nov 2022)
37.5654126.80128Gimpo Airport (김포국제공항). Airport bus 4300-2 connects Gimpo Airport with Bugok Public Bus Garage (부곡버스공영차고지) in Gunpo. Check the current timetable and boarding location before travelling. (updated Nov 2022)
Gangnam. approximately 1-2 hours (6501, 3101, 3030, 541, 542). (updated Nov 2022)
37.33132126.927519Gunpo Intercity Bus Stop (군포시외버스정류소), 179-46 Beonyeong-ro, ☏ +82 31-462-5377. Intercity buses connect Gunpo with Jangpyeong and Gangneung. This small stop has a ticket office and a waiting room. Check the current timetable before travelling. (updated Oct 2026)
Visitors also can travel around Gunpo city by using taxi, the fare starts from ₩3,800. You can book a taxi by making request through Kakao T application.
37.354394126.8968571Surisa Temple, 329 Sokdal-dong. Surisa Temple was founded in the southwest region of Mount Surisan during the reign of King Jinheun (539-575 AD) of the Silla Dynasty. The temple is part of the Yongjusa Temple, which is the regional headquarters for the Jogyejong branch of Buddhism. The founder of the temple is unknown. The Buddhist monk Unsadaesa named the temple, which means 'one will see the Buddha in person and become a Buddha himself in the future'. The temple burned down during the Japanese Invasion of Korea in 1592 and during the Korean War, then was rebuilt by Chungwoon in 1955. On October 25, 1988, it was designated the 86th Traditional Temple. (updated Oct 2022)
37.37364126.913632Taeeulbong Peak (태을봉). Taeeulbong Peak is a place where the forest is still very well preserved. Here you can find public facilities for exercising and relaxing, as well as hiking trails. (updated Oct 2022)
37.3415126.90113Dang Forest of Deokgogae. Located in Daeyami, this grove contains mature oak and beech trees, many of which are 100–200 years old. It received the grand prize in the 3rd National Beautiful Forest Contest. (updated Oct 2022)
37.3338126.90694Galchi Reservoir. Galchi Reservoir is located near 75 Sokdal-dong in Jeongjandeul in the northern part of Daeam. This reservoir was completed in 1984 and can accommodate 8.6 ha of water to a depth of 8 m. On weekends or holidays, many people spend time in this reservoir fishing. (updated Oct 2022)
37.37296126.94265Cherry Blossom Path of Gunpo. A cherry-tree-lined walking route near Geumjeong Station. In spring, the blooming trees form a continuous canopy along parts of the path, making this one of Gunpo's seasonal walking routes. (updated Oct 2022)
Royal Azalea Hill37.3554126.924946Royal Azalea Hill. Planted with 90,000 azaleas and 27,000 wild grasses, the azalea hills are in full bloom from late April to early May every year. (updated Nov 2022)
37.3523126.91877Chomak-gol Eco-Park (초막골생태공원), Sanbon-dong. An eco friendly forest path in the middle of city which people and mature blend and communicate together. There are also public restrooms and a café inside the park. Also, note that there is no trash bin. (updated Dec 2022)
37.32397126.889358Banwol Lake Park (반월호수공원), 92 Hosu-ro. 24 hours. A lakeside park around Banwol Lake, known for its quiet scenery and sunset views. It has a walking path around the lake and is a popular place for walking and relaxing. (updated Sep 2026)
Royal Azaleas Festival, 1152-10, Sanbon-dong. The Royal Azalea Festival, which is held at the time of the royal azalea blooms, consists of various events. The events include concerts, exhibitions, experience events, love letter writing and sketch contests which serve to provide many opportunities to enjoy the beauty of Royal Azalea Hills. (updated Nov 2022)
Gunpo Allae Happiness Festival (군포올래 행복축제): 16–24 October 2026. An annual festival featuring cultural performances, a citizens' day celebration, a reading festival, a lifelong learning festival, a living culture festival, a craft culture festival, and a temple concert. (date needs updating)
37.35569126.91651Gunpo Reading Festival (군포독서대전), 79 Surisan-ro (About a 15-minute walk from Surisan Station (Line 4)), ☏ +82 31-390-8863. 11:00-17:00. A book and reading festival with author events, book markets, performances, reading activities, and programs for visitors of different ages. The 2026 main event is held on 24 October. Free. (updated Oct 2026)
37.35895126.931872Lotte Cinema Sanbon FITIN, 485 Beonyeong-ro. It is the largest theater in Sanbon-dong. (updated Nov 2022)
37.358924126.9332243CGV Sanbon, 505 Beon yeong-ro, Sanbon-dong. It was built where the former Lotte Cinema used to be, and is relatively small in size. (updated Nov 2022)
37.371755126.9453714Megabox Geumjeong Ak Plaza, 143 LS-ro. (updated Sep 2023)
37.3545126.93625Gunpo Urban Corporation Citizen Sports Plaza, 871 Geumjeong-dong. A very good place for you who love sports. (updated Dec 2022)
37.33852126.933036Gunpo Urban Corporation National Sports Center (군포도시공사 국민체육센터), 1226 Bugok-dong, Gunpo-si, Gyeonggi-do, ☏ +82 031-390-7711. 6:00 - 22:00. It has a variety of facilities such as a swimming pool, soccer field, track and field, table tennis, badminton, climbing gym, and a fitness center, and it was built relatively recently, so it is clean. (updated Sep 2026)
37.346991126.9526941Hansei University (한세대학교), 30 Hanse-ro, ☏ +82 31-450-5051. One of the Evangelical Christian Universities in Gunpo city. (updated Sep 2023)
37.358892126.9314781Johnson's GogiGuksu (존슨s 고기국수), 1140, Sanbon-dong. This restaurant specializes in meat noodles. ₩9,000. (updated Nov 2022)
37.359152126.9329562Binghwa Mandu (빙화만두집), 1128-1, Sanbon-dong. This restaurant specializes in dumplings. less than ₩10,000. (updated Nov 2022)
37.355461126.9472563Gunpo Sikdang (군포식당), 748-22, Dang-dong. This restaurant specializes in Korean meat. ₩10,000-20,000. (updated Nov 2022)
37.359721126.9324814Ogsang Sikdang (옥상식당), 1130-2, Sanbon-dong, ☏ +82 031-396-5435. This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisines. It will move to another location on September 20, 2026. ₩10,000-20,000. (updated Sep 2026)
37.359693126.9312815HongkongBanjeom (홍콩반점), 16-25 Sanbon-ro 323beon-gil, Sanbon-dong. This restaurant specializes in Chinese cuisines. ₩5,000-20,000. (updated Sep 2023)
37.359991126.933236Masitta Tongyeong (마시따통영), 1126 Sanbon-dong. This restaurant specializes in sashimi. less than ₩30,000 (updated Sep 2025)
37.3581126.93317Lahongbang Malatang (라홍방 마라탕), 1142-5 Sanbon-dong. This restaurant specializes in Malatang. less than ₩ 15,000 (updated Sep 2025)
37.348128126.9554168silver (은빛), 974-3 Dangjeong, ☏ +82 507-1468-2098. 11:30 - 22:00. 0507-1468-2098 A variety of menus such as hot pot rice set, cockle dishes, and whole duck soup with shingled hedgehog and medicinal herbs are provided, and satisfaction is high. (updated Dec 2025)
37.371241126.9341719Opus (오퍼스), 1135-1 Sanbon, ☏ +82 70-8211-3398. 11:30 - 22:00. Opus is a pasta restaurant located a 3-minute walk from Exit 3 of Sanbon Station, and truffle cream pasta and Korean beef shredded steak are popular. (updated Dec 2025)
37.359154126.93096310Sushi no yuki (스시 노유키), 1139-3 Sanbon, ☏ +82 70-5056-2990. 11:30 - 22:00. Sushinoyuki is a rotational sushi restaurant located on the second floor near exit 3 of Sanbon Station. Around ₩2,000 per slice. (updated Dec 2025)
37.34811126.9549511Damso Sosagol Sundae Yukgaejang (Gunpo Dangjeong Branch) (담소소사골순대육개장 군포당정점), 6, Gosan-ro 151beon-gil, Gyeonggi-do (853m from Exit 1 of Dangjeong Station), ☏ +82 31-427-1821. 10:00 – 02:00 (next day). A casual Korean restaurant serving sundae-guk (Korean blood sausage soup), yukgaejang (spicy beef soup), and other Korean soup dishes. ₩9,800. (updated Sep 2026)
37.3599126.932412Mentzuru (멘츠루), 1130-3 Sanbon-dong, ☏ +82 031-396-3396. 11:00-21:15. A famous restaurant serving Japanese ramen. There are branches in various regions, but this is the main office. (updated Oct 2026)
37.36126.9351Cafe Untie (카페 언타이), 202 Misung Bldg, ☏ +82 31-396-8686. A stylish dessert café known for its wide-cookie selections, specialty coffee brews and relaxed interior at Sanbon Rodeo Street. (updated Oct 2025)
37.359126.93552Cafe Papio (카페 파피오), 497 Beonyeong-ro. A large and modern café near Sanbon Station offering “Cream Brûlée Schneider” and other dessert-rich menus, dog-friendly space, great for friends or a relaxed afternoon. (updated Oct 2025)
37.3555126.9443Cafe The Tree (카페더숲), 9 Yongho2-ro. A calm neighbourhood café full of green plants and wood-tone interiors; ideal for cozy chats or reading time, with signature desserts and lattes. (updated Oct 2025)
37.3612126.93684Cafe PAAM, 26-6 Beonyeong-ro. A bright café with large windows and a relaxed atmosphere in the heart of Sanbon. Known for its expansive dessert menu and warm, inviting space—great for a casual date or a peaceful afternoon coffee. ₩6,000~₩7,000. (updated Oct 2025)
37.357636126.9473795How Tasty (하우테이스티), 731-8 Dang, ☏ +82 10-2483-9823. Mon-Fri: 7:30 - 22:00 Sat: 8:00 - 22:00 / Sun: 10:00 - 18:00. HowTasty is a cafe with a comfortable atmosphere and a variety of menus in Dang-dong, Gunpo. Its signature drinks, Howlatte and Howmocaratte, feature a soft taste, and for handmade desserts, Bachike and Chewy Whinnang Ball are popular. (updated Dec 2025)
37.361287126.9369326Cozy Mansion (코지 맨션), 719 Geumjeong. 11:00 - 19:00. Cozy Mansion is a cozy Sanbon Station cafe that provides a comfortable space with a combination of wood-toned interiors and emotional props. Handmade desserts such as brown cheese caramel latte, chodang corn cream coffee, and various scones and financiers are popular. (updated Dec 2025)
37.360358126.9300327Dongyang Tea House Sanbon Store (동양찻집), 1123-3 Sanbon, ☏ +82 31-399-3737. 11:00 - 21:00. It is a tea house sold by oriental tea and delicious snacks. (updated Dec 2025)
37.337992126.9342838Joseph Paris (조셉 파리), 1217, Bugok, ☏ +82 31-394-0908. 11:00 - 18:00. Joseph Paris is a bakery cafe that specializes in French bread, offering a wide variety of baguettes, ciabatas, croissants, and more. (updated Dec 2025)
37.35944126.931569cafejaejae (카페재재), Sanbon-ro 323 (sanbon station), ☏ +82 010-6864-5929. 12:00-21:00. Sells a variety of beverages. especially serves delicious 'egg tarts' ₩4,500. (updated Sep 2026)
37.35882126.9312410cafe cony (카페 코니), 1140-3 Sanbon-dong, ☏ +82 0507-1381-8181. Wed-Sun 12:00 - 22:00. A quiet café with various guests' paintings hanging on the walls ₩3,500 ~ ₩6,000. (updated Sep 2026)
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