Gangwon

South Korea

A pagoda-style building with a multi-tiered stone pagoda in front.
A traditional Korean palace with blue-tiled roofs, surrounded by a manicured garden and mountains in the background.
A mountainous landscape with a prominent rock formation and a red metal staircase.
A rocky landscape with large boulders, a red staircase, and a bridge leading to a higher elevation.
Traditional Korean architecture with a mountainous backdrop.

Popular cities in Gangwon

Pyeongchang
Known for Skiing, Mountains and Snowboarding

Reasons to visit

  • Yongpyong Ski Resort
  • Alpensia Ski Resort
  • Daegwallyeong Sheep Farm
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Gangneung
Known for Sunrises, Coffee and Festivals

Reasons to visit

  • Jeongdongjin Beach
  • Anmok Beach
  • Gyeongpodae
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Sokcho
Known for Mountains, Natural parks and Hiking

Reasons to visit

  • Sokcho Beach
  • Seorak Waterpia
  • Daepo Port
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Chuncheon
Known for Biking, Islands and Hiking

Reasons to visit

  • Nami Island
  • Chuncheon Myeongdong Street
  • Soyang Dam
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Yangyang
Known for Mountains, Sea and Natural parks

Reasons to visit

  • Naksan Beach
  • Naksansa
  • Hajodae Beach
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Goseong
Known for Forests, Beer and Aquariums

Reasons to visit

  • Ayajin Beach
  • Goseong Unification Observatory
  • Songjiho Beach
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Stay near popular Gangwon attractions

A wooden boardwalk with people walking along it, overlooking a sandy beach and turquoise waters.

Jeongdongjin Beach

8.6/10 (300 reviews)
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Jeongdongjin Beach, a popular beach in Gangneung. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's festivals.
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