Yangyang Surfyy Beach (서피비치, 서핑(양양)) - Area information - Korea travel information

Yangyang Surfyy Beach (서피비치, 서핑(양양))

Yangyang Surfyy Beach (서피비치, 서핑(양양))

16.8Km    2025-12-16

119 Hajodaehaean-gil, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-1522-2729

Surfyy Beach is a 1 kilometer-long beach designated for surfing, just north of Hajodae Beach in Yangyang. It's the first of its kind in Korea and has the most trainers and approximately 1,000 surfboards while also operating Surf School. Training is available for all different levels from beginners to advanced, and for those only looking to surf, boards and wetsuits are available for rent. Surf yoga, longboard, snorkeling and other programs are also available. The beach has various zones including a bean bag zone, hammock zone, chilling zone, and sunbed zone for visitors to enjoy. There are also a pub & lounge, camping facilities and more for visitors' convenience.

◎ Travel Information to Discover Hallyu’s Charm - Netflix Series "Lovestruck in the City (2020)"
The scene where Park Jae-won (Ji Chang-wook) and Lee Eun-o (Kim Ji-won) meet for the first time in the Netflix series "Lovestruck in the City" was filmed at Surfyy Beach. Here, the blue sea and free-spirited atmosphere come together to showcase Yangyang’s romantic image as a surfer’s paradise. Surfyy Beach is a special spot where you can relive the heart-fluttering moments from the series firsthand.

Gangneung International Art Festival (제3회 강릉국제아트페스티벌 (GIAF25) <에시자, 오시자>)

16.9Km    2025-03-18

176 Yongji-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-31-8039-1411

The Gangneung International Art Festival draws attention to long-standing stories from the past and present that pave their way to the future. The festival highlights the ancient stories of Gangneung Danoje Festival, a UNESCO Intangible Heritage of Humanity, along with folk tales and rituals from different cultures that resonate with the history of communities and individual lives while exploring the narrative styles that transcend time.

Gangneung Eomjine Kkomakjip (강릉엄지네꼬막집)

Gangneung Eomjine Kkomakjip (강릉엄지네꼬막집)

16.9Km    2024-02-28

25-2 Gyeonggang-ro 2255beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-642-0178

Eomjine kkomakjip is renowned for its cockle salad bibimbap. The dish is served with a plentiful portion of fresh cockles, and the rice mixed with savory seasoning is excellent. Trying out the oijingeo sundae (squid sundae) is a recommendation; the dish, celebrated as Gangneung specialty, is steamed squid stuffed with vegetables and minced meat. The restaurant is an 8-minute walk from Gangneung Station.     

Gangneung Museum of Art (강릉시립미술관)

17.0Km    2023-07-27

46 , Hwabusan-ro 40beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Gangneung Museum of Art was opened in September 2006 and re-opened as a museum managed by the city of Gangneung in April 2014. Gangneung Museum of Art has nearly 530,000 m2 of exhibition space across two floors, and the building also has a view of Gangneung’s city center as well. The museum hosts exhibitions that allow everyone to communicate through artworks, not just artists, and is trying to expand cultural education in the city by providing various experience programs. In addition to special exhibitions by famous Korean and international artists, there are also frequent exhibitions based on the local colors of Gangwon-do and the people of Gangneung, offering an opportunity to get a deeper understanding of Gangneung.

Uniqlo - Gangneung Ponam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 강릉포남)

Uniqlo - Gangneung Ponam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 강릉포남)

17.1Km    2024-04-18

2288, Gyeonggang-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

-

E-Mart - Gangneung Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 강릉)

E-Mart - Gangneung Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 강릉)

17.1Km    2024-04-22

2398-10, Gyeonggang-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

-

The Beauty Hotel / 더뷰티호텔

The Beauty Hotel / 더뷰티호텔

17.2Km    2025-03-31

19 , Okcheon-ro 62beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-647-3385, +82-10-4752-2095

The Beauty Hotel, just 5-minutes’ walk from Gangneung Station in Gangwon-do, offers a range of rooms to suit different customers. A breakfast of cereal, yogurt, bread, eggs, and coffee is provided. Gangneung tourist information and a bicycle/electric scooter rental service are both available at the front desk. The hotel’s central location makes it a good base for exploring Gangneung; Jungang Market is reachable on foot.

Songjeonghaebyeon Beach (송정해변(송정해수욕장))

17.2Km    2023-11-22

20-3 , Songjeong-gil 30beonan-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-640-5422

The beach is located in Songjeong-dong with white sand, a length of 700 meters, and an area of ​​25,000㎡. The surrounding area is famous for its pine forests. It is said that when Choi Mun-han, the wife of King Chungsuk of Goryeo, came to Gangneung from Songdo, he brought 8 pine trees and planted them here. There is also the world's largest Charmsori Gramophone and Audio Museum, making it a great place to enjoy the summer and music. Visitors can also stay in the surrounding area, and accommodation facilities such as inns and hotels, are available in the Gyeongpo or downtown area.

LG Best Shop - Gyodong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (엘지베스트샵주식회사(교동점))

17.3Km    2024-04-16

10, Hasla-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

-

Gangneung ING Guest House [Korea Quality] / 강릉ing게스트하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

Gangneung ING Guest House [Korea Quality] / 강릉ing게스트하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

17.4Km    2024-06-26

19, Yongjigak-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-10-5919-0050

Located in Gangneung City, Gangneung Ing Guest House makes cleanliness its top priority and strives to offer the most comfortable stay by frequent washing of the bedding. It has two types of rooms, Dormitory Rooms for 4 persons and Ondol Rooms for 2 persons, each of which is equipped with a bathroom for guests’ convenience. The communal space situated on the first floor is ideal for reading and relaxation. The guesthouse is just 7 minutes’ walk from Gangneung Station and 10 minutes’ walk from Gangneung Jungang Market. Surrounding tourist attractions include Gyeongpodae Beach, Jeongdongjin, Seongyojang House of Gangneung, and Gangneung Olympic Park (2km from the guest house).