Gangwon Travel Guide

South Korea

Gangneung featuring general coastal views, rocky coastline and views
Gyeongpodae featuring wildflowers and signage
Haslla Art World which includes outdoor art
Gyeongpo Beach showing general coastal views and rugged coastline
Gyeongpo Beach showing jet skiing, general coastal views and surf

Popular cities in Gangwon

Pyeongchang as well as a family
Pyeongchang
Known for Skiing, Mountains and Snowboarding
Get away to upscale Pyeongchang! Enjoy the skiing, hockey and zoo.

Reasons to visit

  • Yongpyong Ski Resort
  • Alpensia Ski Resort
  • Daegwallyeong Sheep Farm
Gangneung Seongyojang House featuring heritage elements and wild flowers
Gangneung
Known for Sunrises, Coffee and Festivals
Come to secluded Gangneung and enjoy its festivals, culture and zoo.

Reasons to visit

  • Jeongdongjin Beach
  • Anmok Beach
  • Gyeongpo Beach
Sokcho showing skyline, boating and a bay or harbour
Sokcho
Known for Mountains, Natural parks and Hiking
Come to quaint Sokcho and enjoy its hiking, mountain views and temples.

Reasons to visit

  • Sokcho Beach
  • Seorak Waterpia
  • Daepo Port
Sutasa Gongjaksan Ecological Forest: A Wooden Walkway over a Lotus Pond in Hongcheon, South Korea
Hongcheon
Known for Skiing, Coffee and Mountains
Escape to Hongcheon! Enjoy its skiing, mountain views and entertainment.

Reasons to visit

  • Daemyung Vivaldi Park Ski World
  • Alpaca World
  • Sutasa Temple
The sunset view of the sea in Sol Island, Goseong, South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea
Goseong
Known for Forests, Beer and Aquariums
Trip time! Discover the forests, beer and beaches in Goseong.

Reasons to visit

  • Ayajin Beach
  • Goseong Unification Observatory
  • Hwajinpo Beach
Naksansa Korean Buddhist temple complex in the Jogye order in Gangwon Province South Korea
Yangyang
Known for Mountains, Sea and Natural parks
Come to Yangyang and enjoy its mountain views, temples and beer.

Reasons to visit

  • Naksan Beach
  • Naksansa
  • Hajodae Beach

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