Jeonju World Cup Stadium Stadium

Address: Jeonju World Cup Stadium, Jeonju, North Jeolla Province, South Korea

Admission: Varies by event (ticketed); stadium tours not regularly scheduled

Jeonju World Cup Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Jeonju, North Jeolla Province, built as one of the venues for the 2002 FIFA World Cup. It opened in 2001 and seats roughly 42,000 spectators.

The stadium’s main draws are professional football matches and large sporting events; it is the home ground for Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors and hosted several 2002 World Cup fixtures. Facilities include a full-size pitch, spectator stands on all sides, and supporter amenities suitable for national and club matches.

Constructed for the 2002 FIFA World Cup, the stadium has been used continuously since opening for domestic league games and regional events. It was designed to meet FIFA requirements for World Cup venues of the early 2000s.

The stadium is located within Jeonju city in North Jeolla Province, accessible from the city centre and regional road networks.

• Capacity and opening: Seating capacity is approximately 42,000, and the stadium opened in 2001.
• Events and home team: Hosted matches during the 2002 FIFA World Cup and serves as the regular home ground for the K League club Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors.

Jeonju World Cup Stadium is in Jeonju city (North Jeolla Province). From other cities take intercity trains or buses to Jeonju Station or Jeonju Bus Terminal; from Jeonju Station a short taxi ride or city bus will take you to the stadium (typically a 10-20 minute drive depending on traffic).

Within Jeonju local buses and taxis provide direct access to the stadium on match days; parking and drop-off are possible by car at the stadium complex.

• Check the stadium's match and event calendar in advance and arrive 45-60 minutes before kick-off to clear security and soak in pre-match atmosphere.
• Use public transport to reach the stadium and avoid the main vehicle exits for 20-30 minutes after full-time to escape the biggest post-match bottlenecks.
• Combine a visit with nearby Jeonju Hanok Village by taxi or local bus-many visitors focus only on match day and miss this close cultural highlight.