For foreign visitors, the Yeosu Night Sea course is also a great way to experience the scenery of Korea’s southern coast. Yeosu is pretty in the daytime too, but night is where the real game begins. Catch the sunset → night view in one go on the marine cable car that crosses over the sea, then wrap it up with seafood and drinks at the Romantic Pocha Street under Geobukseon Bridge… and you’ll instantly understand why “Yeosu Night Sea” became a song. In today’s post, I’ll organize everything at once—timetable, fares, parking, and transportation tips—so even first-timers to Yeosu (especially car-free travelers/foreign residents) can follow along exactly.
Course at a Glance (Recommended Timetable)
Key point: Dolsan (start) → Jasan (arrive) → 15-min walk → Romantic Pocha
This is the cleanest route for the night view.
| Time | Schedule | Getting Around / Tips |
|---|---|---|
| 16:30~17:30 | Arrive at Dolsan Park (Dolsan Station) | Lines grow around sunset; leave extra time for parking and tickets |
| 17:30~18:10 | Ride the Yeosu Marine Cable Car | Recommended for sunset timing (about 13 minutes one-way) (Visit Korea) |
| 18:10~18:30 | Viewpoint at Jasan Park (Jasan Station) | Take photos and enjoy the breeze |
| 18:30~18:50 | Move to Romantic Pocha Street | About a 15-minute walk from the Jasan boarding area (Triple Guide) |
| 19:00~21:00 | Dinner & drinks at Romantic Pocha Street | To avoid waiting, 18:00-ish or after 21:00 is easier |
| 21:00~ | Walk: Hamel Lighthouse / Maritime Park → return to 숙소 | Perfect as a night-view stroll route |
1) Yeosu Marine Cable Car: “Timing” is Half the Night View
The Yeosu Marine Cable Car is Yeosu’s night-view course, operating on a 1.5km section connecting Dolsan (island) and Jasan (mainland). (Yeosu City)
If you ride during the sunset-to-night-view window, you get to watch the sky’s color change right over the sea.
Operating Hours (Check This First)
- Standard hours: 09:30 ~ 21:30 (subject to change depending on conditions) (Yeosu Cable Car)
- Operations may change depending on wind/weather on the day. Before you go, checking the “operation status” notice is recommended. (Yeosu Cable Car)
Fare Table (As of 2026, Official Info)
| Category | Round trip | One way |
|---|---|---|
| Standard cabin (8 pax shared) Adult | 17,000 KRW | 14,000 KRW |
| Standard cabin (8 pax shared) Child | 12,000 KRW | 9,000 KRW |
| Crystal cabin (6 pax shared) Adult | 24,000 KRW | 19,000 KRW |
| Crystal cabin (6 pax shared) Child | 19,000 KRW | 14,000 KRW |
These are based on the official fares. (Yeosu Cable Car)
Station Locations (Dolsan/Jasan: Where Should You Board?)
- Dolsan Station: 3600-1 Dolsan-ro, Dolsan-eup, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do (Yeosu Cable Car)
- Jasan Station: 116 Odongdo-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do (across from Sono Calm Hotel) (Yeosu Cable Car)
For today’s course (cable car → Romantic Pocha), the easiest flow is boarding at Dolsan and crossing over to Jasan.
On the Jasan side, it connects well to Romantic Pocha and the Maritime Park (walkable). (Triple Guide)
Parking (1 Hour Free, Then 200 KRW per 10 Minutes)
- Both Dolsan Station and Jasan Station give 1 hour free + then 200 KRW per 10 minutes guidance (Yeosu Cable Car)
During Yeosu night-view hours, parking fills quickly, so arriving around sunset is recommended.
Before Boarding: “Surprisingly Often Missed” Notes
The cable car feels like the kind of mood where you’d want to bring snacks—but drinks and food are not allowed inside the cabin. (Finish them before boarding.) (Yeosu Cable Car)
One more:
- Pets may ride if placed in a fully enclosed carrier/bag (do not take them out inside the cable car) (Yeosu Cable Car)
- Crystal cabins, due to the tempered-glass floor structure, may have restrictions on bringing in wheelchairs/strollers/suitcases/trekking poles, etc. (If you have such gear, a standard cabin is safer.) (Yeosu Cable Car)
2) Romantic Pocha Street: The Most “Yeosu” Way to Eat the Yeosu Night Sea
If the cable car warmed you up for the night sea, now it’s time to finish at Romantic Pocha. Yes—it’s that place under Geobukseon Bridge where red tent covers and lights line up all the way down.
Location
- 102 Hamel-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do (under Geobukseon Bridge) (Visit Korea)
Hours (Varies by Season)
- Winter season (Nov–Feb): 17:00 ~ 24:00
- Summer season (Mar–Oct): 18:00 ~ 01:00 (Visit Korea)
One more checkpoint:
- Typically, it’s posted as closed on the first Wednesday of every month, and there may be exceptions depending on periods/holiday schedules. (Visit Korea)
- Yeosu City notices have included guidance about changes/reopenings in operating periods, so if your travel date is uncertain, checking the notices is the safest option. (Yeosu City)
Tips to Reduce Waiting and Grab a Seat
- The easiest way: enter during opening hours (around 17:00–18:00)
- Or avoid peak time (19:00–21:00) and go after 21:00 like a second round
- If your goal is a “sea-view seat,” check the seating direction first before you go in (each pocha has a slightly different view)
What Should You Eat to Look Like You “Really Came to Yeosu”?
At Romantic Pocha, the correct answer is basically seafood + alcohol. Even a Korea Tourism Organization travel article guide Romantic Pocha as a 대표 course of the Yeosu night sea, mentioning various seafood and samhap-style menus. (Visit Korea)
My recommended “first-visit for 2 or 3 people” combo is this:
- Stone octopus / seafood samhap (1 main) + seafood ramyeon or a soup/stew (1 broth dish)
- If you’re hungrier, add fried rice (1 finish)
Prices vary a lot depending on the pocha and what you order, but based on traveler reviews:
- Seafood ramyeon around 12,000–15,000 KRW cases (Useful info)
- Stone octopus samhap around 45,000 KRW cases (Busan restaurant expert_Foodly PD)
- Samhap set around 50,000 KRW cases (travel-map2658)
—that’s about what it looks like. (The on-site menu board is final.)
Do They Take Cards?
A Korea Tourism Organization travel article highlights as a benefit that they’re equipped with cleanliness, friendliness, and card payment. (Visit Korea)
However, payment methods can vary by pocha/extra items/situations, so bringing a little cash as well makes the trip much easier.
3) Photo Spot Recommendations: Your “I Came to Yeosu” Proof Ends Here
The cable car + Romantic Pocha course photographs incredibly well. If you lock in just a few key points, your results will look like a “travel pro.”
- Inside the cable car: from the start of sunset to the moment the sun goes down
- The best timing is when the sky shifts from blue → orange → purple.
- Dolsan Park side: bridge + city lights
- Before/after riding, take a shot at the Observation Deck.
- Jasan Station
- The view opens wide toward downtown Yeosu, so the night view is beautiful.
- From the entrance of Romantic Pocha Street to under Geobukseon Bridge
- The red tent covers and lighting themselves create that “Yeosu night sea vibe.” (Triple Guide)
- The walking path near Hamel Lighthouse
- Great for a post-meal walk, and the night view comes out clean in photos.
4) Budget Guide (For 2 People, Realistic Version)
| Item | Budget (approx.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cable car (standard round trip) | 34,000 KRW | For 2 people, official fares (Yeosu Cable Car) |
| Romantic Pocha (food + drinks) | 60,000~120,000 KRW | Wide range depending on menu/alcohol/add-ons |
| Transport (taxi/bus) | 10,000~40,000 KRW | Depends on how you move around |
| Parking (car) | 0~a few thousand KRW | Charged after 1 hour free (Yeosu Cable Car) |
5) Transportation Tips for Car-Free Travelers/Foreigners (Read Just This and You Won’t Get Lost)
Arriving in Yeosu by KTX (Yeosu-Expo Station 기준)
- Jasan Station (Odongdo side): From Yeosu-Expo Station, guidance says to take Bus No. 2 → get off at Odongdo Entrance (Kric)
- Dolsan Station (Dolsan Park side): From Yeosu-Expo Station, it guidance using Bus No. 2 → transfer mid-way (111/115/999, etc.). (Kric)
In Yeosu, movement集中 around night-view hours, so
mixing in taxis to save travel time can be quite efficient.
City Tour (Sightseeing Bus) Is Also Worth Considering
Yeosu Tourism’s double-decker bus (city tour) route includes a stop called “Cable Car Parking Tower.” (Yeosu City)
If you want to bundle daytime sightseeing + an evening cable car ride, it’s a good option.
One-Line Orders Especially Useful for Foreigners (On-Site, Practical)
- “Dolmuneo samhap hana juseyo” (One stone octopus samhap, please.)
- “Haemul ramyeon chugayo” (Add seafood ramyeon, please.)
- “Kadeu dwaeyo?” (Do you take cards?)
- “Byu joheun jari isseoyo?(Can we sit with a view?)”
(If you order alcohol, some places may check ID, so bringing your passport/ARC is the safe move.)
6) Plan B for Rainy or Windy Days
The sea in Yeosu can get windy. Since cable car operations can change depending on weather conditions (checking day-of operation status recommended) (Yeosu Cable Car)
having just one Plan B ready will put your mind at ease.
- Plan B: (indoors) aquarium/cafe → (if the rain stops) Maritime Park walk → Romantic Pocha
- Many pochas operate even in the rain, but always keep in mind that changes are possible in severe weather. (Visit Korea)
FAQ (Yeosu Night Sea Course
Q1. What time is best for the Yeosu Marine Cable Car night view?
The most satisfying time is around sunset as it transitions into the night view. The cable car is 안내 as running about 13 minutes one-way, which makes it easy to time. (Visit Korea)
Q2. Are the Yeosu Marine Cable Car operating hours the same every day?
The standard operating hours are listed as 09:30–21:30, but they may change depending on 상황. Checking the day-of “operation status” is recommended. (Visit Korea)
Q3. Can I eat snacks or drink coffee inside the cable car?
No. It is 안내 that drinks and food are not allowed inside the cabin. Please finish them before boarding. (Yeosu Cable Car)
Q4. What’s the difference between the crystal cabin and the standard cabin?
The crystal cabin has a transparent (tempered glass) floor for more thrill and costs more. However, due to the floor structure, there is 안내 of restrictions on bringing in wheelchairs, strollers, suitcases, etc., so choose based on your situation. (Yeosu Cable Car)
Q5. What are the operating hours for Romantic Pocha Street?
It’s guide as winter season (11–2 months) 17:00–24:00, summer season (3–10 months) 18:00–01:00. (Visit Korea)
Q6. Where is Romantic Pocha Street located?
It is guide as 102 Hamel-ro, Yeosu-si (under Geobukseon Bridge). (Visit Korea)
Q7. Can I walk from the cable car to Romantic Pocha Street?
Yes. Based on a travel app, it’s guide as about a 15-minute walk from the Jasan (Odongdo side) boarding area. (Triple Guide)
Q8. Is parking expensive?
Both the Dolsan and Jasan sides are guide as 1 hour free, then 200 KRW per 10 minutes. (Yeosu Cable Car)
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