Castle Map

South Korea

Castles near Suwon

23 castles, fortresses, palaces and ruins within 100 km of the city centre: every one on the interactive map, with photos, distances and directions.

The closest is Hwaseong Fortress, 1 km south of the city centre; the most famous is Gyeongbokgung (#61 of 9,040 worldwide) 33 km north. The oldest dated site in the circle is Bukhansanseong, founded 132.

The 100 km circle reaches into 2 countries: South Korea (21), North Korea (2).

Within 25 km of Suwon

Day trips: 25–60 km

+ 3 more in this range: every one is on the interactive map.

Farther afield: 60–100 km

Distances are straight-line from the city centre. City coordinates and population: Wikidata Q20714.

Frequently asked questions

How many castles are near Suwon?

The Castle Map atlas maps 23 landmarks (14 fortresses · 6 palaces & châteaux · 3 ruins) within 100 km of the centre of Suwon, measured straight-line: a curated selection of well-documented landmarks, not a count of every fortification ever built.

What is the closest castle to Suwon?

Hwaseong Fortress, a fortress 1 km south of the city centre.

What is the most famous castle near Suwon?

Gyeongbokgung, ranked #61 of 9,040 worldwide in the atlas's fame ranking: 33 km north from Suwon.

What is the oldest castle near Suwon?

The oldest dated landmark in the circle is Bukhansanseong, founded 132: 40 km north. Earlier structures may have existed; this is the oldest with a documented founding year.

Nearby city guides: Ansan (17 km) · Seoul (31 km) · Pyeongtaek (33 km) · Icheon (38 km). See also medieval castles · all rankings · castles by country.