Things To Do in Gangneung

This beach is located just a kilometer from Gyeongpodae and is essentially a sandbar formed between Gyeongpo Lake and the ocean. It has fine white sand and is surrounded by pine forests and wild roses. Most come to see the nearby historical sites, but the beach is also well known for…

This pavilion is famous for the spectacular view of the full moon on the 15th day of the first lunar month. Inside it is writing by scholar Yul-Gok when he was only 10 years old. There is also a poem written by the 15th Goryeo king, Suk-Jong. There are 12 other pavilions in the area,…

Located in the middle of the city's tourist area, the name means "clear as a mirror." Gyeongpoho was created when the mouth of a nearby bay was naturally closed off by sediment brought in by the sea. It used to be much larger, but the continual increase in deposits of sand and…

On over 24 hectares (60 acres) of land overlooking the ocean, this art park has a variety of gardens, galleries, viewing areas, and even study rooms where kids can have hands-on experience creating their own masterpieces.

A tiny fishing village is located on this beach, named during the Joseon Dynasty because it is by the ocean directly east of the Hanyang's Gwanghwamun. At this beach, known for its great sunrises, you can get a nice view by hiking up Goseongsan. Across from the train station, there…

The northernmost beach in Gangneung, its shallow waters make it ideal for families with small children. Located near Jumunjin Harbor, you can hop on over for a fresh seafood lunch. There are shower and changing rooms available.

Gangneung city and Samsung Electronics built this park in 1999 in celebration of the new millennium. It houses the world's largest hourglass (which is actually circular in shape -- it takes an entire year for all the sand to fall). Fun fact: The Korean word for "hourglass" translates…

This is the former home of nobleman Lee Naebeon, and 10 generations of his descendents have since lived here. Built over 300 years ago, it is remarkably well preserved and reachable by boat from Gyeongpo Lake. Some additions have been made since its original construction, including…

In 1996, a North Korean submarine was stranded on the rocks at this spot. The 26-member crew got out of the submarine and tried to return to the north, leading to a deadly manhunt that lasted over a month. All but one crew member was killed and there were 17 South Korean casualties.…