Hot Springs & Mineral Springs in Korea — Complete Oncheon Guide (2026)
Korea's hot spring culture (온천, oncheon) goes back centuries — natural mineral waters heated deep underground, now developed into resorts and public baths across the country. From ancient healing springs in the mountains to modern spa complexes, this is every natural hot spring and mineral spring you can visit in Korea.
34 natural springs (4 designated tourist zones, 7 mineral springs) | Data: Korea Tourism Organization | Updated: March 2026
♨️ Oncheon Etiquette for Foreigners: Most Korean hot springs require full nudity in gender-separated bathing areas. Shower thoroughly before entering the pool. Tattoos may be restricted at some facilities — call ahead to check. Bring your own towel or rent one (₩1,000–3,000).
🧖 Best seasons: Autumn (Oct–Nov) and Winter (Dec–Feb) are peak hot spring seasons — nothing beats soaking in natural hot water while snow falls around you. Many hot spring towns offer package deals combining accommodation + unlimited bathing.
💧 Mineral Springs (약수): Unlike hot springs, mineral springs are cold natural springs known for health benefits. Locals visit to drink the water directly — bring a bottle. Free to access.
Typical Entry Fees
| ♨️ Hot Spring Bath House | ₩8,000–20,000 (~$6–15) adults | Usually includes locker, towel rental extra |
| ♨️ Hot Spring Resort/Spa | ₩15,000–50,000 (~$11–37) | Premium facilities with multiple pools, saunas |
| ♨️ Foot Bath (족욕) | Free — public outdoor foot baths in hot spring towns |
| 💧 Mineral Spring (약수) | Free — natural outdoor springs, bring your own bottle to drink |
| 🏘️ Tourist Zone (관광특구) | Free to explore the area — individual bath houses charge separately |
1. Asan-si Hot Springs Special Tourist Zone (아산시 온천 관광특구) ♨️ Hot SpringTourist Zone
📍 1459 Oncheon-daero, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
📞 +82-41-540-2689
2. Baegam Hot Springs Special Tourist Zone (백암온천 관광특구) ♨️ Hot SpringTourist Zone
📍 Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
📞 +82-54-789-5480
3. Bangadari Mineral Spring (방아다리약수터) ♨️ Mineral Spring
📍 1011-26, Bangadari-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
📞 +82-33-336-3145
4. Bangdong Mineral Spring (방동약수) ♨️ Mineral Spring
📍 89-59, Bangdongyaksu-ro, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do
📞 +82-33-460-2170
5. Bugok Hot Springs Special Tourist Zone (부곡온천 관광특구) ♨️ Hot SpringTourist Zone
📍 77 Oncheonjungang-ro, Bugok-myeon, Changnyeong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
6. Cheoksan Hot Springs Zone (척산온천지구) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 288 Gwangwang-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
📞 +82-33-639-2901
7. Chojeongyaksu Mineral Spring (초정약수) ♨️ Mineral Spring
📍 Chojeong-ri, Cheongwon-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
📞 +82-43-201-2042
8. Dalgi Mineral Spring [National Geopark] (달기약수탕 (청송 국가지질공원)) ♨️ Mineral SpringNational Geopark
![Dalgi Mineral Spring [National Geopark] (달기약수탕 (청송 국가지질공원))](https://tong.visitkorea.or.kr/cms/resource/16/2703516_image2_1.jpg)
📍 16, Yaksu-gil, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
📞 +82-54-870-6111
9. Deokgu Spaworld (덕구온천스파월드) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 924, Deokguoncheon-ro, Buk-myeon, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
📞 +82-54-782-0677
10. Deungeok Hot Springs (등억온천단지) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 197, Alpeuseuoncheon-ro, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
📞 +82-52-277-0101
11. Dodong Mineral Spring Park (도동약수공원) ♨️ Mineral Spring
📍 Dodong-ri, Ulleung-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
📞 +82-54-790-6454
12. Gang-dong Sea Water Spa (강동해수온천) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 1418 Donghaean-ro, Buk-gu, Ulsan
13. Goransa Temple (고란약수) ♨️ Mineral Spring
📍 1-25, Buso-ro, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
📞 +82-41-830-2623
14. Hanwha Resort Sanjeonghosu Annecy Hot Spring (한화리조트 산정호수 안시 온천사우나) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 402 Sanjeonghosu-ro, Yeongbuk-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
15. Ildong Jaeil Yuhwang Oncheon (일동제일유황온천) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 1210 Hwadong-ro, Ildong-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
16. Mungyeong Spa (문경종합온천) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 24, Oncheon 2-gil, Mungyeong-eup, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
📞 +82-54-571-2002
17. Myeoncheoneupseong Walled Town, Dangjin (당진면천읍성) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 14 Mongsan-gil, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do
18. Onyang Hot Springs (온양온천지구) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 1459 Oncheon-daero, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
📞 +82-41-540-1234
19. Oreve Hot Spring & Spa (오레브핫스프링앤스파) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 152 Taepyeong-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
20. Puksuwon Spaplex (북수원온천) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 2139 Seobu-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
21. Seolbong Oncheon Land (이천설봉온천랜드) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 67-16 Aeryeonjeong-ro, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
22. Sono Belle Cheongsong Solsaem Hot Spring (소노벨 청송 솔샘온천) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 494-1 Juwangsan-ro, Juwangsan-myeon, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
23. Suanbo Hot Springs Special Tourist Zone (수안보온천 관광특구) ♨️ Hot SpringTourist Zone
📍 12 Jujeongsan-ro, Suanbo-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
📞 +82-43-846-3605
24. Yeoju Spa (여주온천) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 864 Gangmun-ro, Gangcheon-myeon, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
25. Yeonsan Spa Park (연산온천파크) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 516 Bogyeong-ro, Songna-myeon, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
26. Yuseongoncheon Hot Springs (유성온천지구) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 Oncheon-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
📞 +82-42-611-2076
27. Damyang Resort Spa (담양리조트 온천) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 202, Geumseongsanseong-gil, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
📞 +82-61-380-5111
28. Hwaseong Salt Spring (화성식염온천) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 56-1, Hwanggol-gil, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
📞 +82-31-351-9700
29. Jeju Sanbangsan Carbonate Hot Springs (제주 산방산탄산온천) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 192, Sagyebuk-ro 41beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
📞 +82-64-792-8300
30. Osaek Mineral Spring (오색약수터) ♨️ Mineral Spring
📍 Osaek-ri, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
📞 +82-33-672-2883
31. Suanbo Hot Springs Foot Bath Path (수안보온천 족욕길) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 35 Jujeongsan-ro, Suanbo-myeon, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
32. Taejongdae Spa (태종대온천찜질방) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 808 , Taejong-ro, Yeongdo-gu, Busan
33. Weolmoon Hot Spring (월문온천 휴양지) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 5 Beodeul-ro 1597beon-gil, Paltan-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
34. Yulam Hot Springs (율암온천) ♨️ Hot Spring
📍 434-14 Oncheon-ro, Paltan-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
Data from Korea Tourism Organization. This guide includes only verified natural hot springs and mineral springs — not hotel spas or commercial facilities. Hours and policies may change. Last updated: March 2026.
