Chungju Hwarokdonggul Cave (충주 활옥동굴)

Developed in 1922 during the Japanese Forced Occupation, this is the only talc mine in Korea and is the largest in the East, with a recorded length of 57km, an unofficial length of 87km, and an underground vertical x_height of 711m. A 2.5km-long stretch of the cave has been developed into a tourist site, filled with light sculptures, performance venues, and health therapy zones. LED, neon, and a variety of natural lights create a mysterious atmosphere, and since the temperature stays between 11 and 15 degrees year-round, it's even more popular in summer. There is also a kayaking experience that allows visitors to see inside the cave by kayaking in a lake created by mineral water.
Note that the temperature inside the cave averages between 11 and 15 degrees Celsius, which is warm in the winter but cold in the summer, so you'll want to bring a long-sleeved jacket.

Experience Guide

Kayak experience (Cave + Boat Package)  

Opening Hours

TUE - SUN 09:00-18:00 (last entrance 17:00)  

Holiday

MON  

Parking

Y  

Inquiries

0507-1447-0517  

Admission Fees

Adult KRW 10,000
Elementary Schoolers - High Schoolers KRW 9,000, Children KRW 8,000
(Cave + Boat Package Adult KRW 15,000, Elementary Schoolers - High Schoolers KRW 14,000, Children KRW 13,000)