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Olive Young - Gangneung Gyodong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 강릉교동)

16.2Km    2024-04-19

115, Gyodonggwangjang-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

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REVERTY (리버티)

REVERTY (리버티)

16.3Km    2025-11-05

48-54 Hajodae 2-gil, Hyeonbuk-myeon, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do

This is the skateboard park where singer Lee Hyori showed off her presence in the music video of the project group SSAK3, which was formed on the entertainment program "Hang Out With Yoo" with Rain and Yoo Jaesuk. The sensuous graffiti on the exterior walls catches the eye. A cool park for boarders and an interior full of casual board products exudes a unique free-spirited atmosphere. Even visitors who don't board can enjoy a drink and the skater vibe.

Jiho Hanbang Samgyetang (지호한방삼계탕)

Jiho Hanbang Samgyetang (지호한방삼계탕)

16.4Km    2024-03-15

83-9 Jeongwon-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-10-7642-2446

Jiho Hanbang Samgyetang restaurant specializes in samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup), one of the most popular healthy foods in Korea. Their signature dish, Geongang hangbang samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup with medicinal herb), is a richly flavored soup that includes a variety of herbs, tender chicken, and sweet rice. The restaurant also offers ginseng wine and herbal tea with each order.

The Stand on Hajo Bay (더 스탠드 온 하조베이)

The Stand on Hajo Bay (더 스탠드 온 하조베이)

16.5Km    2024-02-16

79 Hajodaehaean-gil, Hyeonbuk-myeon, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do

Located at Yangyang's Hajodae Beach, also known as the “Surfer Beach,” this rooftop restaurant offers stunning ocean views. Facing the sea, guests can enjoy the seascape as if admiring a work of art. The outdoor area is designed to allow visitors to fully immerse themselves in nature, taking in the soothing sounds of the waves and the expansive sea views. The restaurant's signature dish is the haesanmul jjamppong pasta (spicy seafood pasta). The menu also includes a variety of a la carte items and set menus, catering to diverse tastes.

Chuncheon Hureswi Dakgalbi (춘천후레쉬닭갈비)

Chuncheon Hureswi Dakgalbi (춘천후레쉬닭갈비)

16.7Km    2025-08-01

5, Hapyeong-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-653-0540

A place that sells Dakgalbi (Spicy Stir-fried Chicken), or spicy chicken fried in a large pan, which is loved by Koreans. This restaurant's signature menu is spicy stir-fried chicken. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.

Olive Young - Gangneung Ponam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 강릉포남)

Olive Young - Gangneung Ponam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 강릉포남)

16.7Km    2024-04-22

37, Hapyeong-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

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Gangneunghyanggyo Local Confucian School (강릉향교)

Gangneunghyanggyo Local Confucian School (강릉향교)

16.8Km    2025-02-04

29 Myeongnyun-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Hyanggyo (local Confucian school) is an educational institution from the Joseon era. It housed memorial tablets for esteemed Confucian scholars, such as Confucius and Mencius, and hosted commemorative services. Gangneunghyanggyo consists of traditional hanok buildings, including Daeseongjeon Shrine, used for rites; Myeongryundang Lecture Hall, a space for education; and the East (Dongjae) and West (Seojae) Dormitories, where students resided. Today, Seokjeon (rite to honor Confucius and Confucian scholars) is held every spring and fall.

Yangyang Surfyy Beach (서피비치, 서핑(양양))

Yangyang Surfyy Beach (서피비치, 서핑(양양))

16.8Km    2025-10-24

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.

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.