Gangwon
What you need to know before you go
Top destinations in Gangwon
Where will you go next?Gangneung
Gangneung, located between the Taebaek Mountains and the East Sea, offers a remarkably laidback atmosphere. It offers one-of-a-kind opportunities to surf, hit the slopes at the Yongpyeong Ski Resort, tour Joseon-era buildings, and catch some shamanistic...Sokcho
Sokcho is one of South Korea’s most northerly cities and has fascinating historical links with North Korea. The DMZ is just an hour to the north, which you can visit on arranged tours. You’ll get an insight into this heavily...Goseong
Goseong is a beautiful county in South Korea with lots of great activities, from interesting museums and rock formations to national parks. You can enjoy a hot springs experience and take the kids to vibrant waterparks. Make sure to spend...Yangyang
Yangyang is a county in Gangwon Province famed for its pine mushrooms, salmon, Five Day Market and spectacular sunrise views. In this city, you can experience vast stretches of white sand and dark blue waters on beaches like Hajodae Beach...
What to see & do in Gangwon
Featured stories & fun stuff10 Best Things to Do in Gangneung
Gangneung is a coastal city with the scent of pine and coffee permeating throughout. The dazzling East Sea and lush pine forests are Gangneung’s gifts of nature. It has a diverse cultural heritage and has recently become known as a...9 Best Places Locals Love to Go in Sokcho
Sokcho is much loved by travel enthusiasts for its natural wonders such as Seoraksan Mountain, the East Sea, and luxurious...5 Best Things to Do for Couples in Sokcho
Seorak Waterpia, located on the top of a mountain, offers the unique experience of bathing in the mountains. You can...10 Best Free Things to Do in Sokcho
It is enough to enjoy the beauty of nature in Sokcho, where you can take in the mountains and the...10 Best Things to Do for Couples in Gangneung
Our guide to the best things to do for couples in Gangneung includes many places that have been featured in...6 Things to Do in Gangneung on a Small Budget
Gangneung has plenty of free and cheap attractions to explore during your vacation. This city is a place where you...8 Best Family Things to Do in Gangneung
There are plenty of family things to do in Gangneung, at least partially because the South Korean city is a...9 Best Family Things to Do in Sokcho
In Sokcho, where the water is clear and the scenery is beautiful, there are many beaches where the whole family...5 Best Road Trips Near Gangneung
Gangneung is a fun coastal city with plenty to do, but you can also enjoy several road trips to the...
Where & what to eat in Gangwon
8 Great Restaurants in Gangneung
Gangneung is a popular coastal destination in South Korea with many great places for you to enjoy fresh seafood dishes. The ports and piers offer a wide range of seafood so fresh you can even enjoy it raw. Many restaurants...8 Places Where Locals Love to Eat in Sokcho
Sokcho, as a port city, has many great seafood restaurants with enticing menu selections. Made with the freshest seafood from...5 Places Where Locals Love to Eat in Gangneung
The places locals love to eat in Gangneung are especially those serving coffee. The region is famous for its coffee...
Where to shop & what to buy in Gangwon
5 Best Places to Go Shopping in Sokcho
Shopping in Sokcho includes selecting your favorite seafood. Reasonably priced raw and dried fish are readily available at Daepo Port, Dongmyeong Port, and Jangsa Port near the city. Sokcho's iconic traditional market, Sokcho Tourist Fish Market (formerly Jungang Market) offers...Best Places to Shopping in Gangneung
Shopping in Gangneung is mostly concentrated on its traditional marketplaces, where you can experience the local culture and shop for...5 Best Places to Go Shopping in Goseong
The best places to go shopping in Goseong are laidback venues with a local vibe. This rural county on South...
Where to go & what to do at night in Gangwon
5 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Sokcho
Yeonggeumjeong is a beautiful, bright pavilion which lights up the dark sea at night. It is named for the sound you can hear as the waves crash into the rocks below, which is said to sound like a ‘geomungo’, a...10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Yangyang
The best things to do after dinner in Yangyang include drinking craft beers in traditional bars, admiring the sunset from...6 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Goseong
The best things to do after dinner in Goseong include leisurely sunset beach strolls, soaking up ocean views from elevated...
Useful information
Gangneung Travel Essentials
Our Gangneung Travel Essentials lays out the essential information you need to help you plan your trip to one of the most popular destinations in South Korea. No matter how frequently you travel, some questions will always need answers: What’s the weather like? How can I get from Yangyang International Airport to my hotel? What currency and type of plug...
