Gyeongpo Provincial Park (경포도립공원)

7.1Km 17152 2021-08-18

San 284-1, Sacheon-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-640-4537

Gyeongpo Provincial Park was officially opened on June 26, 1982. It houses many cultural assets and memorial sites centered around Gyeongpodae Pavilion, Gyeongpoho Lake, and Gyeongpo Beach. One of the eight scenic spots in Gwandong (old name of Gangwon-do), Gyeongpodae is famous for viewing the moon, as well as fishing at Gyeongpoho Lake. However, fishing is now prohibited due to the lake being designated as a natural protection area.

Gyeongpo Beach is thought to be the best beach on the East Coast. The crystal waters of Gyeongpo Beach, elegant Gyeongpoho Lake, Gyeongpodae Pavilion, Banghae Pavilion, Hohae Pavilion, Gyeongho Pavilion, and Gyeongyangsa Temple make Gyeongpo Provincial Park a great vacation attraction year round. Known as one of the most scenic locations in Gangwon-do, visitors can enjoy cherry blossoms in the spring, swimming in the summer, and deep-sea fishing and walking on the beach in the winter.

Namaehang Port (남애항)

8.5Km 32841 2022-12-28

138 , Maebawi-gil, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-670-2398

The largest port in Yangyang area is also one of the Eight Sights of Yangyang, and along with Simgokhang Port of Gangneung and Chogokhang Port of Samcheok, said to be the three most beautiful ports in Gangwon-do. Indeed, its reputation can be seen in the picturesque view of the white and red lighthouse, breakwater, and the fishing boats docked at the port. Another point of interest at Namaehang Port is the Namaehang Skywalk Observatory. Located at the entrance to the breakwater, this observation point offers a breathtaking view of the Namaehang Port area and the East Sea. The island, where the skywalk is located, was called Yangyado Island during the Joseon period, and the site of this observation point used to have a beacon during the Joseon period. Namae Fishing Village Experience, a village that is fed by the Namaehang Port, offers fishing boat trips for visitors, along with hand fishing, rock crab catching, and stuffed squid making. Some of Namaehang Port’s major catches include squid, plaice, and flatfish. A line of restaurants specializing in raw fish slices allows visitors to enjoy the fresh catch right away.

Sageunjinhaebyeon Beach (사근진해변(사근진해수욕장))

9.4Km 38976 2024-04-30

16 Haean-ro 604beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-640-4925

Sageunjinhaebyeon Beach is a white sandy beach connected to Gyeongpohaebyeon Beach in Anhyeon-dong, Gangneung. The beach area is lined with small, private accommodations, and the beach is complete with changing rooms, drinking fountains, and parasol rentals. The beach is backed by a pine tree forest.

Gangneung Gyeongpo Mulhoe (강릉경포물회)

9.5Km 43 2021-03-23

609, Haean-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-655-0800

Located on the beach, it is a good place to visit after playing in the water. This seafood restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. The most famous menu is cold raw fish soup.

Geumgangsan Hoetjip (금강산횟집)

9.5Km 42 2021-03-25

7, Haean-ro, 604beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-644-2299

It is a place where only live fish are used. The best menu at this restaurant is live octopus. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.

Namae Beach (Namae 1, 3-ri) (남애해변(남애1, 3리))

9.9Km 41748 2021-07-16

Gwangjin-ri, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-670-2518

In addition to the beautiful Maeho Lagoon at its side, Namae-ri is home to three beaches. The northernmost Namae Beach is the largest among the three, with a sandy shore that is 2 kilometers long and 100 meters wide. The beach has great quality sand and shallow waters, with an average depth of only 1 to 2 meters. Also, a field of reeds is beautifully stretched out on both sides of the stream flowing from Maeho Lagoon. Near Maeho Lagoon is the breeding ground for egrets and grey herons in Pomae-ri, designated as Natural Monument No. 229.

The other two beaches in Namae-ri consist of Namae 1(il)-ri Beach, a charming small beach in the furthest south, and Namae 3(sam)-ri Beach, located near Naemae Port.

Saimdang Hansik Buffet (사임당한식뷔페)

10.1Km 91 2021-03-26

535, Saimdang-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-645-7645

It is a place where you can enjoy various Korean side dishes. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. The most famous menu is squid and pork belly bulgogi.

Y&G[Korea Quality] / 와이앤지(Y&G)[한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

10.2Km 530 2020-12-10

41, Gyeongpo-ro 475 beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-10-3077-3104

Located between Gangneung’s Gyeongpo Beach and Gyeongpoho Lake, Y&G offers both business hotel and pension rooms. Its wide rooms, outdoor barbeque area, board-game room, pool table, ping-pong table, and karaoke make it an ideal vacation site for groups or families. Y&G opens a free outdoor seawater pool in the summer, which enjoys much appreciation from families with young children. Both the hotel and pension rooms offer various room types, ranging from studio-type double occupancy rooms to four-person rooms with separate living rooms. The rooms are decorated with white, minimalist decor and equipped with a TV, refrigerator, dressing table, electric kettle, toiletries, and hairdryer. Sofas and tables can be found in every room for additional comfort. Some four-person pension rooms and four-person hotel rooms boast additional features in the form of roof windows with a view of the blue sky at daytime and the stars at night. Pension rooms are also equipped with a kitchen sink, induction stove, and cooking utensils. Moreover, other on-site facilities include a self-service convenience store and a laundromat. Breakfast is served as a buffet and reserved only for guests staying for more than 7 days or groups of more than 30 people.

Choeilsun Jjamppongsundubu (최일순짬뽕순두부)

10.4Km 65 2021-03-23

517, Haean-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-644-2662

It is a restaurant with 40 years of tradition. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. The representative menu is spicy seafood and soft bean curd stew.

Gyeongpo Chodang Sundubu Sikdang(경포초당순두부식당)

10.4Km 89 2021-04-19

517, Haean-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-644-3799

This is a place where you can enjoy soft tofu dishes. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. The representative menu is soft bean curd.

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